New Madden 11 Blog Talks GameFlow, More

EA Sports Designer John Taylor released a blog earlier today discussing EA’s latest approach to the GameFlow and Game Planning in this years Madden 11.

With news about the new game planning system being release a few days ago, John gives us a closer look on one of the more major changes brought to this years game.

“GameFlow happens while the game is running. With GameFlow, your coach calls the play, and radios it in to you via the headset (if you don’t have a headset it will come through the TV). There are also on-screen subtitles to reinforce the audio, and as you go to the line you’re shown the play art. You can make any adjustments you want with an audible or the Strategy Pad.”

“After each play you are presented with the option to use the GameFlow play (the one your coach picks for you) or you can bring up the full playbook and call any play you want. On 4th downs and other times when an important decision needs to be made a screen is shown that lets you make the choice. If it’s 4th down you can choose to kick it (field goal or punt depending on the yardage), fake the kick, go for it, or open the playbook. Just like the QB can influence the coach during important decisions, you’ll be able to do the same thing.”

As EA originally intended for this feature to improve game play, it might also be improving the games presentation as well by giving you a more authentic football experience. You will have 15 total play slots available per situation, and the situations are the same defined by a NFL coach’s play sheet. Check out the video below for GameFlow in action: