EA MMA Demo breakdown

[Liquidrob]

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[Liquidrob]

Looks like the Demo is out tomorrow

 

[SHOGUN]

Tomorrow is going to be a bitch since PS3 doesn't get the demo until that evening.

 

[Steel Mamba]

As the game gets closer, let's not forget what EA really thinks of MMA

“I went to EA Sports,” he said. “Know what EA Sports said? 'It's not a sport. This isn't a sport. We would never get involved in something like this.' We come out with a video game and now they want to come out with a video game? (Expletive) you.”

- Dana

 

[Liquidrob]

As the game gets closer, let's not forget what EA really thinks of MMA

“I went to EA Sports,” he said. “Know what EA Sports said? 'It's not a sport. This isn't a sport. We would never get involved in something like this.' We come out with a video game and now they want to come out with a video game? (Expletive) you.”

- Dana

Stop the propaganda

First off, Dana is a pathological liar, secondly those were different people in charge back than in EA

They have already offered more to the MMA fan than THQ in 2 games

 

[Steel Mamba]

Stop the propaganda

First off, Dana is a pathological liar, secondly those were different people in charge back than in EA

They have already offered more to the MMA fan than THQ in 2 games

What? Outside of exaggerating things to promote fights, what has Dana flat out lied about? & What has EA offered to MMA? They're obviously just in it for the money, 3 years ago they didn't even consider MMA a sport and now all of a sudden they're passionate MMA guys? please.

 

[CrimsonGhost56]

mamba is right. EA just trying to make some money. but i do hope its a solid game. so far seems good but if it doesnt has the gameplay its all for nothing.

 

[Steel Mamba]

I had a chance to get a couple fights in earlier this morning. The stats and judging are majorly bugged in the demo, but should be something they can fix before the final press. They had me recorded as landing 60/60 knee strikes when I only threw 3.

The scoring in my one fight was a complete head scratcher with a 10-7 round being awarded by one of the judges, which should never be unless you're deducted points and the fight was close anyway. In the end I was given the victory despite losing on the judges scorecards.

The gameplay and fight mechanics seem awesome though. This game is definitely not a button masher, timing, setups, and fighting to your strengths are most important. I can already see where having a good gameplan is going to be key to winning in this game. Striking is 10x better than THQ's, I'm not sure if I like the the whole choke out thing and finding the "sweet spot" yet tho. But, overall I'm pretty impressed, it's a solid game. Can't wait to get back on it this eve and figure out the buttons.

 

[SHOGUN]

As the game gets closer, let's not forget what EA really thinks of MMA

“I went to EA Sports,” he said. “Know what EA Sports said? 'It's not a sport. This isn't a sport. We would never get involved in something like this.' We come out with a video game and now they want to come out with a video game? (Expletive) you.”

- Dana

I will never believe anything Dana says at face value. He always acts like an asshole or a jilted lover when someone doesn't cave in to him.

They're in it for the money? Who gives a shit. I'm just glad that EA aren't making a UFC game because then I wouldn't have the opportunity to play with some of my favorite fighters and my favorite rules like I'm able to in this one.

 

[EmpireWF]

I'm waiting till reviews come out and see how well the game is before I think about buying it b/c Ive barely played Undisputed much since it dropped.

 

[Liquidrob]

1. About the takedown spamming - Shields and Lashley have the highest takedown attempt AI in the game. By far. Maybe not a good idea featuring them in the demo, but that's why the constant takedowns. He also said they will tune it.

2. Ground controls. A lot of people don't know how to posture and sweep properly.

Full guard Top - Down and Y makes you posture up, down and Y again makes you stand over them to rain down blows, A is a small transition(Full Guard to Half Guard) Up+A is Major Transition(Full guard to Side Control)

Full guard Bottom - Press A to go for a sweep X for a sub and Y to stand up, the Rubber guard is in the game but just none of the fighters have it I think.

Remember and look at your fighters special moves.

The ground game is great, remember this is only a demo guys.

Finally, the game is built upon certain realism. For instance, you can't walk up to a wrestler and just brawl Chris Leben style like Undisputed, because he will take you down. Pick your shots, time knees, etc.

Remember, it's a demo with a size restriction from an earlier build. It was just to give fans a taste. If you don't like using the right analog (I do) you can switch to classic controls. Head over to the official EA Sports MMA forums for controller layouts and video tutorials. Do not forget that this game features the best online experience any sports game has ever seen as well as many more fight rules, styles and options. IT'S A DEMO.

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"There will be some bugs in the demo that were not ironed out yet when branch it off. The gameplay team was off the demo a long time ago (my last changes went into the demo branch back in early July). It's a long process to get the demo ready to roll out and get through Microsoft and Sony for approval etc... So I would expect some glitches, I am quite sure these were ironed out in the main build though."

 

[CrimsonGhost56]

gotta wait a couple days until i can buy a xbl gold subscription to download. pretty lame how they dont offer demos to all members (i think its 2 weeks or so you have to wait if your not a gold member to download new demos).

 

[Justo]

demo still isn't out on PS3 :smh:

 

[Steel Mamba]

I will never believe anything Dana says at face value. He always acts like an asshole or a jilted lover when someone doesn't cave in to him.

They're in it for the money? Who gives a shit. I'm just glad that EA aren't making a UFC game because then I wouldn't have the opportunity to play with some of my favorite fighters and my favorite rules like I'm able to in this one.

We know once the contract is up with THQ, if Dana goes to EA they'll drop StrikeForce in the blink of an eye. But I feel you, they got a solid roster assembled and Imma enjoy it for as long as they're with them.

 

[SHOGUN]

Ugh. This game is frustratingly awesome depending on what control scheme you use.

It's a really beautiful game. Visuals, blood, etc. And even the foot sliding isn't problematic.

I don't like the real-time 5 minute rounds. It feels like an eternity, especially when you're in a dominant position just pounding away to an opponent that's barely trying to escape.

CPU goes for takedowns constantly, even with Overeem. CPU Lashley spams them like a mofo.

I can't get down with the striking with the TSC, but the setup for the ground game is amazing and simple. Classic has really good striking, but the ground game is maddening because the sticks are how you maneuver on the ground. You can easily put yourself in a shit position because you tried to advance instead of move.

I can already see some possible exploits online already.

This game has a lot of potential and is a good debut. Already better than UFC 2010, but great....ehh. I need to wait until the final release to be sure.

 

[SHOGUN]

So I've been playing 'Reem vs. 'Reem for the past hour and it's been really fun. I've learned to adjust to the TSC out of necessity, but it's difficult to defend yourself standing and being wary of the takedown.

Judging is flawed. I just earned a split decision with the judges scoring it 30 - 26, 29 - 27, 30 - 27 - all of them in my favor.

 

[EmpireWF]

Had more fun playing as Miller against Shields than either heavyweight.

Two fights so far.

First fight went to a decision and I thought I had the second round. Usually, (this is on the 2nd difficulty, not easy) if I can tag Shields a few times, he'll immediately get a takedown. He likes to use the clinch, too. He dominated the third round with strikes and takedowns. I had him several times in a triangle but could never close it (that find the zone shit is stupid). Weird they may only have 2 judges, didn't see a 3rd set of scores, it was 30-24 and 30-23 for Shields. Fucker.

Second fight, I did well defending the clinch in the first round. We swapped strikes. He nearly had me with an armbar but I got out of it. I ended up on top in the second round and pounded him out.

I've only played with TSC controls and it makes the ground game easier since you only have to press one button to stop a takedown, defend reversals, get up, submissions, etc.

Overall, not bad.

This game will live or die based on how much fun you have with the fresh roster. If the controls bug you, you're SOL.

 

[SHOGUN]

Tried to LNP with Shields and lost by decision. So if you're active off your back and your opponent isn't doing anything you still have a chance to win, which is nice. However, McCarthy did NOTHING. He just let me lay on him once I got to half guard or side control. The only time he really stepped in when there was a stalemate in full guard.

It's really difficult to get out of your opponents' clinch. The CPU seems to just feint and doesn't do anything when you block.

 

[KINGOFOOTBALL]

Lots of fun Hum v Hum.

Much better than UFC. Striking and Grappling guys seem to have more weight and struggle.

Problem is ..its EA.

This edition will be the only decent one the rest will take away 3 features and add 2.