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Incredibly Early Madden 25 Tips

Sure Madden 25 is still months away, but there are certain things that hold true in every Madden NFL video game and this year will be no different. We’ve put together a list of our top Madden 25 tips without having played the game. Feel free to add in your own tips, strategies, and thoughts in the comments section.

Become Comfortable With 1 or 2 Teams

While it is completely true that playing with a top rated team like the 49ers will give you a huge advantage, do not underestimate the impact of familiarity with a team. Pick 1 or 2 teams and stick with them. Once you become comfortable with a quarterback you can make playing with Blaine Gabbert feel like playing with Peyton Manning. After 50-100 games you will learn exactly what throws you can and can’t make, exactly how hard to press down the button when you throw, and which way to lead pass. The same concept applies on defense. Once you are comfortable with usering a certain player, you know exactly how much ground you can cover and how to bait a quarterback into throwing an interception.

Establish The Running Game

This isn’t to say that you need to grind out 3 yards gains the entire game. It simply means that you need to mix in some running plays now and then or your will get demolished in Madden 25. This is a tip that gets overlooked by so many people. If you aren’t running the ball at least once every 5 or 6 plays, you become predictable and much easier to defend. Slip a running play into your scheme every now and then to keep your opponent honest.

Don’t Turn The Ball Over

This is a tip that is based just as much in general football strategy as it is in video game strategy. In a shortened game like Madden 25 with only 5 or 6 minute quarters, turning the ball over a few times equates to an automatic loss in most situations. If you can keep possession of the ball and either score points or punt to get better field position, you will help yourself more than you’d think.

These tips may seem obvious to experienced Madden gamers, but so few people actually practice these consistently. It may be worth practicing doing these things at the end of the Madden 13 season to get you ready for this year’s Madden 25 game. EA Sports is set to release Madden 25 on August 27th, 2013. We will have plenty more tips leading up to that point and beyond.

EA Sports Announces New FIFA 14 Features

The first real FIFA 14 news trickled out today with EA Sports announcing a few additions and improvements to their wildly popular video game. There were 5 major points highlighted. Those include real ball physics, teammate intelligence, a global scouting network, pure shot, and protect the ball. We have more details about each below.

Real Ball Physics

Strike the ball with more force and finesse. Realistic ball physics now determines the trajectories of balls in game, enabling players to strike the ball with force from distance, drill low rising shots with accuracy, and blast dipping or swerving shots, just like real footballers.

Teammate Intelligence

Better decision-making delivers tighter, smarter marking and improved run tracking. Defenders recognize opportunities to provide support and win back possession. Attacking players have new ways to outsmart their opponents and break down tighter, more intelligent defenses by creating space for themselves, running along the backline and checking their pace.

Global Scouting Network

Experience the world of professional scouting as you search for talent around the world. Develop and refine your own scouting network. Evaluate footballers to uncover the attributes of players who could bolster your squad during the transfer windows. A new hub delivers easy navigation, fewer interruptions and live scouting reports.

Pure Shot

Protect The Ball

Fend-off and block defenders from the ball while dribbling at any speed. Protect the ball from opponents to control play through midfield and dictate the tempo of the match. Plus, out-muscle opponents for position before receiving the ball, then turn defenders to carve out opportunities.

What new FIFA 14 addition are you most excited about? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

FIFA 14 Reveal Scheduled For Tomorrow

After a long wait without any significant news regarding FIFA 14, EA Sports has announced via Twitter that FIFA 14 will be officially announced tomorrow, April 17th. This comes as no surprise since last week a report came out that we should expect the first FIFA 14 information very soon.

This comes only 2 days after EA Sports released news on their hockey game, NHL 14.

EA Sports also released a teaser image featuring Messi to get fans hyped about this years football (soccer) video game. That image can be seen above.

FIFA 13 made some huge strides last year. If it is improved on, 14 could easily be the best FIFA video game ever. Check back again tomorrow for complete news, features, and maybe even a trailer video of FIFA 14.

Full NHL 14 Features List

Earlier today, we uncovered the release date for NHL 14. However, we have been blessed with even more information regarding the popular NHL video game. We now have an extensive list of NHL 14 features along with a gameplay trailer. All the information you will need is below.

NHL^® Collision Physics – Developed from the same core technology that powers EA SPORTS FIFA’s critically-acclaimed Player Impact Engine, NHL^® Collision Physics introduces bigger, more thrilling hits, and truer-to-life collisions. A new left-stick control scheme makes delivering a game-changing hit simpler and more rewarding than ever.
Enforcer Engine – There is a code in hockey, when it’s broken you have to respond. A first for the NHL franchise, Fight Night technology delivers a new 3rd person experience, physics-based punch targeting and player size differentiation to every fight, creating the most authentic and electrifying experience yet.
One-Touch Dekes – Experience what it feels like to be a superstar through a new, more responsive deking system controlled only with the left stick and one-button. From beginner to advanced gamers, the system allows for quicker reactive dekes and intuitive combination dekes, creating more moves than ever before.
True Performance Skating – Built on the breakthrough innovation that introduced physics-based skating and over 1,000 new skating animations to the EA SPORTS NHL franchise. The second year of the True Performance Skating features improved acceleration, explosive first-strides, quicker pivots and enhanced lateral skating, resulting in greater player responsiveness and unprecedented control.
Live the Life – The new incarnation of the Be a Pro Career Mode, now you can truly Live the Life of an NHL player. On or off the ice, every decision you make shapes your legacy as an athlete. Interact with teammates outside of the rink. Take part in media interviews. Each choice you make will affect your relationship with fans, teammates and management, influencing your skills and progression.
EA SPORTS NHL Online Seasons – NHL 14 adds the best-in-class promotion and relegation system in the sports category to the Hockey Ultimate Team & EA SPORTS Hockey League modes. Win games and advance to the next division to face tougher competition, fall short and see your team bumped down. Teams will be able to track their progress across multiple seasons.

First NHL 14 Gameplay Trailer

NHL 14 Release Date Announced

EA Sports has unveiled the release date for their upcoming hockey video game, NHL 14. The game will be available starting on September 10th, 2013 in North America while gamers in Europe will have to wait 3 days until September 13th.

Confirmed consoles for NHL 14 include the XBOX 360 and the PlayStation 3. We don’t yet have any information regarding NHL 14 and next generation consoles like the PS4 or XBOX 720.

There are a few notable additions to this year’s game including Collision Physics, NHL Online Seasons, and the new Career mode titled “Live The Life.” The full features list as well as the initial NHL 14 gameplay trailer can be found here.

EA Sports summed up their vision for NHL 14 with these few words, “Big hits, real fights and unbelievable speed and skill.” If they can stay true to those concepts, we will be in for one hell of a game.

First NHL 14 Screenshot Revealed

EA Sports has released the first NHL 14 screenshot while teasing a big reveal on April 15th. The screenshot, seen above, doesn’t look all that remarkable but we should learn what the game has in store for us this week.

NHL 14 is still scheduled to be released in mid-September, but the official release date (and maybe even the cover art) will be announced on April 15th.

Check back on VG Strategy this Monday for the big news on NHL 14.