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What, specifically, was wrong with it?I've got the new one; it's the first year I've played the PS3 version. I couldn't really get into it because the running game seemed so difficult (although I admittedly only played it maybe twice). I think I might put it up on eBay this week while I can still get a few bucks for it.
I found the sim side of the latest Madden to be the best representation of sim football video gaming so far.2k definitely beat Madden a few years ago, when Madden was still a "bombs away off your back foot" game. But Madden has definitely caught (and imho passed) 2k. All Pro 2k8 was great fun, but the entire running game was a joke, and the same pass plays worked over and over again. Madden doesn't seem to have too many fallback "always work" plays. Yes, some are there (the slant routs are overpowered), but it's a harder experience.I usually play 8 minute quarters, and Madden's end results (score, numbers, etc) look much more like a real game.The sim side needs to be much more accurate and playable.
You have to wait for your blocks. And don't pull the trigger (extra speed, whatever is it) until you are kind of in the clear. But the running game is definitely harder than it used to be.
With all due respect, I don't know anyone who still games on a PC, except for maybe WoW-type games.
Half back dive is your friend. That's the only running play you need.
Inside handoffs, draws and counters are mostly about what the opposing D is setup as. I get most of my rushing chunks from pitches and outside handoffs. If you have a favorable formation, you'll get 4+ yards on an inside run, but if the matchup is bad, you'll get stoned. Don't believe those who say "just wait for your blockers". It's mostly formation driven in my experience...
