BigDave

I was having problems connecting to the server last night, but I'll try again tonight. I'm just using the 2-month subscription that came with the game.

DJ_Longfellow

Why should I have to use STEREO sound though? I want my full 6.1 surround sound in use....I hate having to go into the dashboard each time you want to play a different game....that's bullsh*t

MINE STILL HAS NOT SHIPPED YET EITHER....damn you EA

fujishig

So anybody get the xbox rosters done yet?

I'm a little concerned about playing online... I went to USC, but I'm thinking people won't want to play against USC online since (I think) they're the best rated team in the game. I guess I'm from Hawaii, so I can pick UH and get killed every game...

xmiyux

See i went to WVU and i like Notre Dame so i always play one of those two teams. I imagine when i get around to actually getting this new version people won't mind playing me when i'm WVU

Spiderbite

Mine came in this afternoon from ea.com so those of you who are waiting should have yours soon!

MrX

same here

DJ_Longfellow

Damn you all....did you get a shipping notice or did it just show up? (Anyone who ordered from EA.com)

dancinns

Mine should be sitting for me at home. I got my shipping notice yesterday from EA.com

DJ_Longfellow

NEVERMIND....I have a notice from UPS that they tried to deliver my package...although I HAVE TO BE HOME to sign for the package...they will NOT leave it at the door or anything....JUNK. I will not get this game now till after the weekend probably, since they tried to deliver at NOON.....grrrr

MrX

mine just showed up

dancinns

Anyone else having problems connecting to the EA servers?

Copenhagen

Servers were down a few hours ago, not sure about right now though.

Tarantino

I just got it yesterday, my impressions...

1. I'm not seeing any slowdown (XBox) - I think the gameplay has been made a little slower, it makes for a more realistic feel.
2. Passing is much harder.
3. The 'extreme hits' button really hasn't had too much of an effect for me so far, no fumbles, ect.
4. When you rumble the crowd, it kind of gives me a headache.

I like it so far, it's a fun game. I'm going to fire it up on Live in a second, my Gamertag is TarantinoIsGod

tavarua88

yup went to school at colorado but grew up in hawaii. its always the best to bring up UH to a nationally ranked program.

Tarantino

Okay, so I played my first online game last night. It's a little slower, but not too much.

I played against a cool guy from New Mexico, he was New Mexico and I was Purdue. Final score was me 28, he 14. It was a pretty evenly matched game and there were no problems at all.

My only reservation about playing online is what if I'm winning with a few seconds left and they quit? That'd be freaking lame.

BigDave

I thought your online stats showed DNFs. If someone has lots of DNFs, then don't play them.

lwhy?

My copy just shipped from DDD I ordered it during the so called "mistake sale". It only cost me 36.79. I can't wait for it to get here so I can start a dynasty with my beloved Vols.

The Dude

Supposedly, you can finish the game against the 'puter and it will count as a win for you and a loss for them, although you have to wait for the next time they log on for it to register.

raven56706

xbox LIVE FOR NCAA IS AWESOME...

much better then ps2 online experience...

fujishig

Ugh. Even Gamespot's reviews note the slowdown in the Xbox version. Apparently you have to either not have widescreen or hd enabled, turn off 5.1 sound, or play in a different view in order to not get the slowdown, which is not present in the PS2 version.

I know a bunch of you already have the Xbox version... how bad is it really? I'm planning on picking it up from Fry's today, and I'm still conflicted about which version to get. On one hand, the PS2 has no slowdown, and great rosters are available for download right now. On the other hand, I'd love to play on Xbox Live, and the hard drive should allow me to finally play multiple seasons. Ugh.

dancinns

For those that ordered from EA.com...

Did you get charged shipping? I didn't. I looked my packing slip and my checking account and it only showed a charge of about $37. So, I got free 2 day shipping.

Copenhagen: Want to try a game on Live tonight? I want to see how horrible it is to play with DirecWay.

raven56706

i have the xbox version.... its fine by me

JM

From what I understand (I don't have the game, but a friend does), the online games have a "Fairplay" option that makes all teams evenly rated such that it all comes down to the skill of the user. I believe you can turn this option off, but such games will not count towards your stats. This is the only fair way IMO.

DJ_Longfellow

I'm still waiting on mine The UPS guy will NOT leave it at the door if you are not home....totally sucks. I will have to go to the UPS office after the 3rd ATTEMPT....how lame.

gr8fuldave

Rosters are out at OS and they are usable online. Look for Gagnon39's roster file. They are excellent.