Dev Diary: Everything You See On Sunday

[Justo]

so Ian for the PS3 version are we going to be able to take a screenshot in-game from the home menu like in The Show or do we have to use EA Sports World?

[AJay]

The last line in the video said it all Ian. In fact you said it yourself so I'm counting on your word.

"This is the year."

[MRN]

One thing I am reminded of is that the weather is kind of screwy in 09.

For example:

It sometimes snows in florida, Before the game, it will be sunny outside the stadium, during the game, it will be snowing in the stadium.

Will this be fixed?

One other thing, what will the system for weather during online games be, will it be live weather, or random?

[killgod]

Sorry if it's been covered, but I've not come across the answer yet.

Progressive lighting in or out?

[Tailback U]

Yeah I don't know if this has been discussed as well but are alternate/retro uniforms allowed online?

And what about venue changes?

[T.Dot]

Sorry if it's been covered, but I've not come across the answer yet.

Progressive lighting in or out?

Pretty sure they said it's in.

[Nukleopatra]

Fair enough. I think with the most final round of gameplay tuning, the days of every game being high scoring and too many pick-sixes are a thing of the past. Our recent Super Bowl game had no interceptions and a very respectable final score (even with me returning a kickoff late in the game).

But things can change...I'm not here to sell you guys the game, I'm here to gather feedback and see how we can improve the game, especially from those that have in essence given up on Madden (which I think you would apply). I'll be looking forward to your thoughts on the demo (you'll try it out right?).


RE: T.Dot - I didn't do much for 09 - I worked on it a bit until about October/November time range I think, and then was pulled onto another project. 10 is my first year as lead designer, and the entire design team is new from 09. Donny Moore and Josh Looman were the guys behind Head Coach...they're both on Madden now.

Sounds promising.

If you have a link to that vid, I'd appreciate it.

[Derrville]

They cut me off, in actuality I said "This is the year of another roster update".

:laugh:

[Rayman]

Yeah I don't know if this has been discussed as well but are alternate/retro uniforms allowed online?

And what about venue changes?

I'm 99% positive this is a go.

[Fox1994]

^But we need to know from Ian...

Anywho, Ian, you're a funny guy. You seem more humorous around these parts than at OS. (Though that's probably due in part to the fact that OS has a darker atmosphere promoted by their gray background and the fact that everyone there is so downtrodden... vicious cycle)

Just one question - I know that with the Ravens' 3-4 D they have the 3-point linebacker. In the "Multiple D" playbook with 4-3 and 3-4, is that set going to be in there?

Thanks for your time. Peace.

[staylor0wnzu]

sounds awesome

[Maynard]

i watched just video today and it sounds like Ian and his team are trying to do all the right things. I know at OS when he asked for ideas on improving 10 that this was something i and many other specifically asked for in the presentation.

and if ncaa is any indication at the quality of improvements that EA is trying to do with these football games then i think madden could be a buy this year for me.

of course then i think back on this video and i remember david ortiz

[Matt10]

This is awesome. This is what has sold me on the game. Even though the commentary sucks butt, that's okay, I'll deal with it.

Well done, Ian - you guys are heading in the right direction and maybe, just maybe, we'll start a "Little Things Thread" similar to the one in the 2k5 forums on OS.

[MmmmBeeeeer]

Add me.

I always enjoy playing against people who use the same plays over and over again, and lose connection 2 minutes before they're about to lose.

GT - Barbarandroid.

I see you haven't become any less annoying since moving from MM...


Anyways, great video. These presentation additions will really add to the overall experience, and they look to be very well done.

[MmmmBeeeeer]

Also, chalk me up as another person that thinks the PS3 screenshot feature should be added into the game. It is great for those of us that are in leagues and do franchises because of the high quality.