A major step forward, but also some set backs
posted by Sean101 (ALLENDALE, MI) Jul 25, 2010
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EA Sports NCAA 11 is a huge improvement for the series, and as always EA is always evolving the game play to stay on top of its game. The graphics, as expected, are crisp and clean and look quite realistic in the photo mode option. The unique entrances each team has adds a great sense of pride and realism to the game that had been needed for a while. The football players are more animated, and players act more as they would in real life, attempting to make that big hit however possible or avoiding it. I also enjoy seeing the team celebrate after every victory personally, not just the championship games.
However, there are several flaws. For us gamefly users, you have to purchase online abilities to partake in the Season Showdown, which I thought was a brilliant addition to NCAA 10. I also find it frustrating that players would seemingly run into each other, be it wide outs or a wide receiver running into a linebacker, and be stuck there for a split second; just enough time to allow the pass to fall incomplete. If you are playing in a zone, and the QB is just standing there, your DE will seemingly just stare at him and not go after the hit.
Commentators are nice, but can't seem to keep up with the pace of the game, and only use side line reporter Erin Andrews to report injuries. She could be used for interesting facts for each team, but maybe next year. And perhaps the most disappointing thing is that while playing on the grid iron, the fans in the stands are still cardboard cut outs.
Overall a much needed improvements towards making the virtual football world become real; however, still a long shot to go. 8.5 overall game play, but a 7 because you need to purchase the game or purchase the ability to participate in Season Showdown.
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