The "I've got APF2K8" but Jason forgot about me
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Topic: The "I've got APF2K8" but Jason forgot about me
Posted By: Brent
Subject: The "I've got APF2K8" but Jason forgot about me
Date Posted: 07-13-2007 at 8:01pm
Since it is coming out a day before NCAA.  Unless they put out a demo that wows me, or gets terrific reviews, I am going to hold off on this one until the price drops. NCAA08 will more than keep me busy until Madden08 hits and even then NCAA08 will get the most playtime. I just can't see paying $59.99 for a game that does not have a franchise since most of my time is spent offline. The legends really do little for me and I guess I am a license whore. ------------- 
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 3:57am
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Oh I caved. Early impressions. Earl Campbell is a freaking beast in the game. I am still liking NCAA08 more but this could provide some enjoyable games online. You really do have to focus on the other teams Legends. The new kicking feature is a PITA (think extended version of shooting free throws in NBA/CH 2k). While it does play alot like 2K5 there are definite improvements. Passing game and the animations are top notch. The graphics look alot better on a HD set then in videos. Not having fun on defense as they have made the control really weird and I keep toying back and forth with the auto strafe. Sometimes it works well, other times it won't break out of the strafe when I need to run down someone. The other option forces me to use the friggin Right Trigger to strafe (it's L Trigger). I would retool NCAA/Madden08 but I think the R-Trigger is perfect for sprint. * I have to curse 2ksports for leaving out the ability to customize the controls. Guess I will just have to actually think when controlling my players.  -------------
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Posted By: JasonSGN
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 6:05am
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Which game looks better, NCAA or APF? Also, is the controller layout configurable in NCAA? ------------- http://profile.mygamercard.net/JasonSGN"> 
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Posted By: K_Mosley
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 11:09am
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You can't configure the controller in NCAA, at least that I can find. It bums me out - I'm having to re-learn some things.
Kevin
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 2:56pm
Regarding NCAA 08 Just go to controller configuration and most of the buttons can be remapped. I only had an issue with changing one, apparently on defense engaged you can't make anything "A." Both games look good, not great. Edge would go to NCAA08. It will be really hard justifying $60 on this game. I am shrinkwrapping it up and getting a full refund. Not that the game is bad mind you, it is just way too similar to 2K5 and far too many of 2K5 flaws are still there. I shook my head a few minutes ago when the "neverending no huddle offense" reared it's ugly head. Out of nowhere a team will start the no huddle and continue running it until they reach a dead ball situation, which is usually caused by half of your team being on the other side of the LOS. Just like it happened when I played 2K5. Also the control of the game still feels off and I hate tap tap tapping my "A" button to make Earl run fast. Defense is a chore to me and I doubt I could ever settle om playing it with/without strafe since neither feels right. Too many things to relearn and it really pisses me off in this day and age that they did not make the controls customizable. I feel like I am rewarding 2ksports with a $60 purchase on what is starting to look more like a half-assed effort. I play mostly offline and this game really leans itself to someone who plays the majority of their games online. Plus the rosters are out now for NCAA 2008. Here were some pictures taken at TXB which show how good APF 2k8 looks up close. The helmets and uniforms look better in 2K8.      -------------
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Posted By: JasonSGN
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 6:11pm
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Thanks for the info guys. I may have a very hard time adjusting to the new control scheme. ------------- http://profile.mygamercard.net/JasonSGN">
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Posted By: K_Mosley
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 7:43pm
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Re-mapping button by button? I haven't tried that. The bad part for me is that "A" is my sprint button from years past! That's the one I'd like to change!
I guess this old dog will have to learn new tricks, LOL...
Brent - I didn't think you could import rosters on the 360. Did MS lock that down? What's the work-around?
Thanks,
Kevin
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-19-2007 at 10:20pm
I thought that same way but I find that R-Trigger for sprint is the better choice. Just think of it like a racing game where "A" usually accelerates. Try getting used to it because it is real nice to put out a quick stiff arm with "A" which is much better then last year where "A" was juke. I stick with the right thumbstick for that. As for rosters just head over to OS or fkrosters.com and download FK's rosters. I am assuming you have the Datel transfer kit? If not you need to get one and a memory card. Unzip the file (on the 360 you have to) and you will have a (filename).z36 that will be loaded to your memory card. * Insert memory card to 360 and copy or move file to the hard drive. * Load up the game and load the roster file. * Save the file as a new file (rename the file to something different than the original). This will prevent any issues with Dashboard updates. * Delete the original file. Let me know when you have some free time so we can get a few Ohio State - Oklahoma games. -------------
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-20-2007 at 2:11am
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Online steps up to the next level... Edited rosters are allowed online (even ranked matches) The names not only show up on the team you are playing they also show up for the player that your opponent is using (this does not even happen with games against the CPU) The opponent does not have the names show up, unless they have them on their end. -------------
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Posted By: K_Mosley
Date Posted: 07-20-2007 at 8:27pm
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Good news on all fronts, Brent...
I don't have the data transfer kit or a memory card. I probably won't buy one just for rosters. After a couple of seasons, it really doesn't matter anyway, since I won't know anyone except my Buckeyes and Zips, which I'll enter myself.
We'll definitely have to hook up and play. You know I haven't even played a match on Live yet, LOL... Let me get some more time with the game so I can be a worthy opponent. So far, other than the demo, I've spent all my time in CL mode...
What nights and times work best for you? We will set something up very soon...
Thanks,
Kevin
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-20-2007 at 8:45pm
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Pretty much any night or weekend is good for me. I am heading up to the farm on Sunday and coming back Tuesday so anytime after that will work. Tried to return APF2K8 but they noticed the seal was removed and said I could get $25 store credit. I left with a grin on my face. Guess I will just have to learn to deal with my issues with the game. Plus I hear they only plan on making this bi-annually so you won't see a version next year. Hopefully they patch up some of the issues with the game. -------------
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Posted By: JasonSGN
Date Posted: 07-21-2007 at 7:40am
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Why did you return it and why did they give you store credit if it was open? ------------- http://profile.mygamercard.net/JasonSGN">
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Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-21-2007 at 2:40pm
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They did not give me anything for the game since I kept it. I was going to return it to EB because playing defense is a PITA plus all the stuff I mentioned earlier. Since it was opened they said I could get $25. I payed $59.99 for it just a day before so I laughed at the offer (especially since they would be reselling it for $54.99). Normally they will let me slip in a return on a game I have played for a day and dislike. New manager at the store thought otherwise. I personally like playing as linebacker or a safety on defense but unless they patch the game I am just going to have to play on the d-line. You just have to see it to believe how bad it really is. Or go to any forum and you will see a lot of people bitching about it. -------------
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Posted By: TedSGN
Date Posted: 07-21-2007 at 3:27pm
| Ebay it, BD |
Posted By: Brent
Date Posted: 07-21-2007 at 4:42pm
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I have never used Ebay or any of the online sellers. Always thought they were too much work and with my luck I would get scammed. Probably would not hurt to setup an ebay account just in case. The thing is the game has some real qualities to it. I thought the legends aspect would be pretty lame but in reality it creates a lot of strategy. While your teams are limited to two (gold tier) superstars the CPU has some teams with 4 or 5. Not only will that team be tougher to beat you have to plan your strategy around what the CPU brings to the game and where they put their stars. While the no franchise mode is a bummer you do get to try out different teams and combinations. Maybe next time I will try a star studded defense and focus most of my legends there and see if we can try out the defense wins championships mantra. Many gameplay aspects are better in APF2K8. Gang Tackles and tackling in general, line play (especially o-line blocking), QB animations and running the ball. Of course to me control is the biggest issue of them all and while it is fine on offense and controlling certain players on defense, this is where I really could use a patch. -------------
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Posted By: JasonSGN
Date Posted: 07-21-2007 at 5:07pm
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I thought I was the only person on the internet who never bought or sold anything on Ebay. You should used Amazon's Marketplace. ------------- http://profile.mygamercard.net/JasonSGN">
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Posted By: TedSGN
Date Posted: 07-22-2007 at 10:46am
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Amazon is a good choice too. We've sold books through them and have been happy. |