Prayers Answered! 2K Games Returns to Football
07-17-07, 02:52 PM
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As I've said before, I was never the biggest fan of 2k5, but I'm willing to give this a chance because I was never a fan of the 2k basketball series either until they completely re-did it with 2k6 and now I love it. So I'm interested in knowing how it compares, gameplay wise, to 2k5.
07-17-07, 02:56 PM
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Gameplay is very, very similar to 2k5. I hadn't played 2k5 in years but it all came back within a few seconds playing 2k8.
The only big differences in gameplay that I've seen so far is the hit stick (RS) can also be used for making tackles. There is also a new kicking system which is pretty difficult but I'm sure I'll get used to it.
The only big differences in gameplay that I've seen so far is the hit stick (RS) can also be used for making tackles. There is also a new kicking system which is pretty difficult but I'm sure I'll get used to it.
07-18-07, 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by redcat
I read about how much they had to pay some of the big names, and how little they had to pay some of the others who were just excited to be in the game. I just can't see myself paying $60 to play with the Las Vegas Dragons or the Houston Cheetahs (or whatever fake teams they create) in stadiums that don't exist. As many have said, it'll be interesting to see how this one does, especially coming out at the same time as NCAA '08 (as mentioned above.)
I suppose if this is a hit, they'll come out with future editions with new players, tweaked gameplay, maybe a franchise mode. But at least you'll never have out-of-date rosters.
07-18-07, 03:45 AM
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Some thoughts:
-Uniform customization is much deeper than I thought. I spent a whole long time tweaking my uniform and they have lots of cool options.
-I've run into a few A.I. problems (Defenders not going after quarterback when in backfield; defenders not tackling near the goal line) but these have been few and far between.
-There's a real sports ticker running during the games. I guess it uses Live to get info. Pretty neat since at first I thought they weren't real until I saw "Culpepper released by Dolphins."
-Its odd that there's almost no main menu screen. Team creation is initiated immediatley and then you're at the setup of a quick game. Only by pressing B do you bring up a menu of game mode options.
-Uniform customization is much deeper than I thought. I spent a whole long time tweaking my uniform and they have lots of cool options.
-I've run into a few A.I. problems (Defenders not going after quarterback when in backfield; defenders not tackling near the goal line) but these have been few and far between.
-There's a real sports ticker running during the games. I guess it uses Live to get info. Pretty neat since at first I thought they weren't real until I saw "Culpepper released by Dolphins."
-Its odd that there's almost no main menu screen. Team creation is initiated immediatley and then you're at the setup of a quick game. Only by pressing B do you bring up a menu of game mode options.
07-18-07, 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by RyoHazuki
-Its odd that there's almost no main menu screen. Team creation is initiated immediatley and then you're at the setup of a quick game. Only by pressing B do you bring up a menu of game mode options.
07-18-07, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by RyoHazuki
Some thoughts:
-I've run into a few A.I. problems (Defenders not going after quarterback when in backfield; defenders not tackling near the goal line) but these have been few and far between.
-I've run into a few A.I. problems (Defenders not going after quarterback when in backfield; defenders not tackling near the goal line) but these have been few and far between.
Originally Posted by RyoHazuki
-There's a real sports ticker running during the games. I guess it uses Live to get info. Pretty neat since at first I thought they weren't real until I saw "Culpepper released by Dolphins."
Did you try and see if the line glitch was corrected? I'm hoping they took the time to tweak the numerous cheats that were in 2k5 so those scummy online players can't use them.
07-18-07, 01:10 PM
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loved 2k5, cant stand 2k8....feels too much like an xblive arcade game I should have spent 800points on, not 60 bucks. Bland everything, terrible menus/navigation, nothing except make a team and play. Good animation and tough gameplay though. Still better than madden, but thats not saying much. 2k5 reigns as the #1 of all time still 
07-18-07, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by discostu1337
loved 2k5, cant stand 2k8....feels too much like an xblive arcade game I should have spent 800points on, not 60 bucks. Bland everything, terrible menus/navigation, nothing except make a team and play. Good animation and tough gameplay though. Still better than madden, but thats not saying much. 2k5 reigns as the #1 of all time still
Just think... the game of football itself is better than Madden's gameplay, and they make a game every year.
07-18-07, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by lotsofdvds
The $60 hurt... but I know if we support it it'll get better each year.
Just think... the game of football itself is better than Madden's gameplay, and they make a game every year.
Just think... the game of football itself is better than Madden's gameplay, and they make a game every year.
True, but it lacked the "fun" that a game really needs. It felt more like work playing this game, and I hate work
07-18-07, 02:05 PM
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"bland everything"?
You can pretty much make the uniforms any way you want. The stadiums are way cooler than in Madden.
I'll concede that the lack of options is kinda lame, but franchise is the only glaring omission. The rest aren't really that big of a deal.
You can pretty much make the uniforms any way you want. The stadiums are way cooler than in Madden.
I'll concede that the lack of options is kinda lame, but franchise is the only glaring omission. The rest aren't really that big of a deal.
07-18-07, 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by lotsofdvds
The $60 hurt... but I know if we support it it'll get better each year.
07-18-07, 02:44 PM
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The fact that most people think it's very similar to 2K5 is enough to put me back on the fence, and the lack of franchise mode is probably the final deal breaker for me, at least at the $60 price point.
07-18-07, 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by RyoHazuki
"bland everything"?
You can pretty much make the uniforms any way you want. The stadiums are way cooler than in Madden.
You can pretty much make the uniforms any way you want. The stadiums are way cooler than in Madden.
07-18-07, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by DVD Josh
Gotta tell you man, I don't think most gamers pick up a football game for the uniforms and stadiums.
One thing I've started to notice is how difficult the passing game is. It seems that about 80% of my passes beyond 5 yards are deflected. Kinda unfair when the opposing teams recievers catch pretty much anything thrown at them. Maximum passing is availible so I've been messing with that hoping to get a better control of my passes.
Another thing worth mentioning is the "Reel Maker" feature which allows you to edit your saved replays, add graphics, and upload them on Live. Unfortunatley, it costs 400 MS points. For the lack of game modes, you think they could have thrown that in for free.
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07-18-07, 05:46 PM
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Wow, that sucks. If you're trying to recruit the football fans fed up with EA Sports, it would be smart to stay far away from "microtransactions".
I think they made a HUGE mistake pricing this game as they did. Had they asked $40, they'd have a huge seller. As it is, I expect it to sell about as well as the last Blitz game. Dumb, dumb move.
I think they made a HUGE mistake pricing this game as they did. Had they asked $40, they'd have a huge seller. As it is, I expect it to sell about as well as the last Blitz game. Dumb, dumb move.
07-18-07, 05:50 PM
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I'm really torn...I'm intrigued about this game, but $60 isn't cheap. Bottom line for those who have bought the game and have played it a few times......Is it fun?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
07-18-07, 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by DJariya
I'm really torn...I'm intrigued about this game, but $60 isn't cheap. Bottom line for those who have bought the game and have played it a few times......Is it fun?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
However...
it is short on features no matter how you slice it. $60 is a bit steep for the game. If the extra features are really important to you, just wait for Madden or a price drop.
07-19-07, 07:19 AM
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The fact that most people think it's very similar to 2K5 is enough to put me back on the fence, and the lack of franchise mode is probably the final deal breaker for me, at least at the $60 price point.
One thing I loved in 2k5 was being able to put my own music in and tie it to certain events in the game --- can you still do this in 2k8?
07-19-07, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Rob V
100% agree with this comment. No franchise is inexcusable.
One thing I loved in 2k5 was being able to put my own music in and tie it to certain events in the game --- can you still do this in 2k8?
One thing I loved in 2k5 was being able to put my own music in and tie it to certain events in the game --- can you still do this in 2k8?
nope, as I said earlier, this game is super bare-bones. You can make pretty jersey's, but that is about it.
07-19-07, 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Rob V
One thing I loved in 2k5 was being able to put my own music in and tie it to certain events in the game --- can you still do this in 2k8?
07-19-07, 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by DJ_Longfellow
I'm sure they will have the ability to rename players and someone will have a NFL roster within days of release.
NOW, just give MVP Baseball back to EA
NOW, just give MVP Baseball back to EA
As long as you can rename the roster and the teams/colors I would be good. Especially if they have a good off season set up.
07-19-07, 06:22 PM
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Originally Posted by DJariya
I'm really torn...I'm intrigued about this game, but $60 isn't cheap. Bottom line for those who have bought the game and have played it a few times......Is it fun?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
Or should I just go with the NCAA 08 and then wait for Madden?
07-19-07, 08:15 PM
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Just guessing (and not trying to hate) but I think this game will be 39.99 in a month or two. Games that don't sell well (and I don't think this will @ 60.00) seem to go on sale very quickly at Target and Best Buy.