
Addition of logic to support QB Contain vs. Fix to an issue causing the initial pass-rush move of contain players to take them to the inside gap instead of their assigned outside gap. The rusher will keep their contain behavior when blocked by any blocker on the line or in the backfield Fix to an issue preventing defenders in contain from staying in contain when being blocked by a running back in the backfield. Madden NFL 21 September Update Patch Notes Gameplay Updates: The only change in this patch is allowing X-Factor abilities to be tuned for players that start a franchise with an active roster. The first won't arrive with the upcoming patch, but EA says it will detail what improvements to expect from it prior to the NFL season starting. EA will attempt to address this by releasing three updates to the mode. Other changes include Cover 4 Quarters handling play action better, supporting QB Contain against play-action passes, and making it so that a quarterback won't be able to throw the ball if his arm gets hit.Īs noted in GameSpot's Madden NFL 21 review, the franchise mode lacks any noticeable improvements this year. This includes ensuring that only players with the strip specialist ability will cause fumbles with normal sacks on quarterbacks standing in the pocket in competitive play. An issue where roles didn't work properly in MUT Squads is also being addressed.Īdditionally, the update seeks to improve Madden 21's artificial intelligence in several areas. Players will be able to upgrade players quicker thanks to an improved user interface. Madden Ultimate Team is also seeing a number of tweaks that mostly improve the speed of navigating menus.
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