Release Date 01/09/2011
Preorder links:
amazon:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0058BJ0KM/ref=oss_product
£39.91 - Free Delivery
zavvi:
http://www.zavvi.com/games/platforms/xbox-360/madden-nfl-12/10480734.html
€48.95 - Free Delivery
sendit:
http://www.sendit.com/games/platforms/xbox-360/madden-nfl-12/10480734.html
£37.89 + £2.98 Delivery
Play:
http://www.play.com/Games/Xbox360/4-/20694335/Madden-NFL-12/Product.html?searchtype=allproducts&searchsource=0&searchstring=madden+12&urlrefer=search
€49.99 - Free Delivery
Amazon seems best bet from those, I've pre ordered with them, anyone seen a better price than this, let me know and I'll update the list...
Unlikely to arrive before the weekend but you never know,
Last year I remember looking for it in xtra vision and gamestop all over Dublin without success so ordering online this year.
RULES:
Rules:
Game Organisation:
Schedule the game through messaging on Xbox or through Boards or on the LM site.
If your opponent is not responding to messages by the 4th day of the gameweek, message the Commissioner and he can boot the person from the franchise. But, you must have evidence of where you asked for their availability either on boards or the LM gameweek thread.
It is inevitable that guys will drop out during the season. If you have to drop out then take the “Leave Franchise” option so your opponents can play CPU and not be unable to play a game because you are not around.
If you are away on holidays you can leave (so human opponents can play CPU) and then rejoin when you come back. Just post up on Boards and on the LM site so that no one takes your team when you are away.
Headsets:
Headsets are recommended during games. I understand that some don't like to talk during games and instead would prefer to focus on what you are doing. You may have children/wives alseep and you dont want to wake them, however you should still have the headset on so that you can hear your opponent should he need to tell you something.... he has to pause the game, has to go to the bathroom, important phone call, controller battery is dying, etc. Again, Im not saying you have to talk for the entire game but keep the channels of communication OPEN. If you're playing late at night or otherwise need to be quiet during a game, please inform your opponent prior to kickoff.
If you are going for it on 4th down, moving into no huddle offence, onside kick etc, you must notify your opponent by message if you do not have a headset.
Game Settings:
Regular Season:
•Quarter Length: 7 Mins
•Accelerated Clock: 20 secs
•Skill Level: All-Pro
Playoffs:
•Quarter Length: 10 Mins
•Accelerated Clock: 20 secs
•Skill Level: All-Pro
Setting Up A Game:
All you have to do is go to the franchise on Xbox Live, then when both are on line and press the start button to invite your opponent to a game. You see on the owners list who is online / offline.
Connection problems:
Sometimes there are problems with two people connecting. The first thing to check is that both of your NATs are open (in the Xbox connection settings, if you are not sure what this is then ask). Assuming they are open and you still have problems restart your router. If problems persist please post on Boards for some help.
Restarts:
If you have to restart a game you must post in the restart thread on LM along with the reason for your restart. Games must be restarted no more than two times after this number of restarts, the game will be simmed when the week is advanced.
If a person is persistently restarting games, this will be dealt with seriously and banning from the league is possible.
General Play:
We are striving to be a sim league, that is to try to play as teams do in the NFL. Therefore, play calling should reflect that in your games. If you wouldn't see it in the NFL, you probably shouldnt be seeing it in these league games.
Playbooks:
No limitations.
Audibles/hotroutes/playmaker options:
No limitations.
Adjusting depth charts in the game:
No limitations.
4th Downs:
No going for it on 4th down unless the situation calls for it, some specific examples are;
1) Go for it anytime inside the 10
2) Go for it anytime in Q4 when behind OR inside opposition 40
3) Go for it anytime when 4th and 1 inside opposition 40
4) Go for it only 1 more time in a given game outside of the rules above
These arent the only situations but the main ones. We expect plays to be ones you see in the NFL every week.
Finally, if you are not going to take a field goal or punt on 4th down then you must tell your opponent you are going for it before you choose your formation. No fake punts/field goals !
Onside kicks:
Onside kicks can only be used in the 4th quarter if you are losing.
No huddle offence:
The same should be said about the hurry up offense. This should be reserved for late in the game when you're down OR at the end of the half.
Sportsmanship:
Use the Golden Rule. Treat others how you wish to be treated. Don't run up the score to pad your stats. If you have someone down and beaten, late in the game, have some class and run the clock out without rubbing salt in their wounds. Generally speaking, up by more than two scores with 2 minutes remaining should dictate you running the ball.
QB running:
As far as running with the quarterback….we are not going to say you cant run with the QB. No one is going to complain when your guys are covered or when you're about to be sacked. It is acceptable to use designed QB run plays. But, you shouldnt be heading for the sidelines right away, or dropping back 20 yards after the snap on most passing plays.
Moving DEs:
Manually moving the DEs outside the O-line is discouraged. Moving them towards the inside or moving the tackles is fine. Defensive shifts that are done using the left button are fine.
Glitches/Exploits:
There are a few glitches in the game. I'm not going to list them, but if you are exploiting these on a regular basis, and are aware of them, then you may be booted. Although its nice to win, its not at any cost. Remember, we have experienced and rookie players. Rookies may well glitch by accident, do not complain about it but point out why was wrong and what they should do to avoid it in future.
Joining the franchise:
The franchise name is boards. Simply search for this franchise using your xbox live account on your Xbox only. Once you have found it you will have to enter the password. Simply pm me the password and I will pm you back asap. You must also join the franchise on the LM site. The invite link is here:
http://myleaguemanager.net/apps/acce...7&lname=Boards
New franchise members must also thank this post and send the link to their thanks to me in a pm before they are given the password.
Game Weeks
People will have a week to play games. If all human games are played, the week will be advanced and people will be notified on boards and again will have a week to play their next game.
