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 | Title : Sega Sports NCAA College Football 2K3
Author : Sega of America, Inc.
Release Date : 20020809
Binding : CD-ROM
Regular Price : $49.99
Amazon.com Price : $14.25
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Editorial Reviews :
If you're looking for a football game with smooth flow and realistic action, Sega Sports' NCAA College Football 2K3 will certainly fit the bill. The action here is evenly paced and straightforward--no flashy 10-foot leaps, no stiff arms that knock the defender into the rotunda--and the talent level is definitely collegiate.
A working knowledge of college playbooks can be very helpful as the sets here are often highly complex. The producers have added a slew of subtle but significant features to simulate the game's nuances as well: a quarterback's accuracy greatly improves when his feet are set; you can totally hide your play-calling by holding down the X button and scrolling through decoy plays; you can anticipate using a spin move on offense by hitting the O button before contact; and you can use the analog sticks (as opposed to the directional buttons) to run with the ball (and in maximum passing mode, you can add zip or a lob touch while also adjusting throws in the air).
The graphics--including players, stadiums, the ESPN-style presentation, and game intro--are all top-notch. With 117 Division I-A teams at your disposal, devoted players can play full seasons (complete with rankings and bowl selections) or, in legacy mode, multiple seasons, going so far as recruiting high schoolers and running spring drills. The major drawback here is the no-name announcing team, a flat-out terrible crew offering an endless stream of stupid jokes and poor analysis. But you'll have the sound off and the stereo spinning anyway. --Marc Greilsamer
Buyer Reviews :
A lot of people are saying they like the EA version of college football better. I am left wondering what it is they like about having absolutely ZERO control of what happens on defense and having the AI ALWAYS complete it's pass on third-and-thirty, QB rolling out one way, backwards, turning and hurling (without looking) and completing a pass to a man 30 yards away who is triple-covered. That repetetive scenario has cost me quite a few controllers as I smash them into little pieces every time that happens.
This game at least lets you PLAY defense. Choose a linebacker, blitz around the OT, and score a sack with far more likelihood than with EA. EA: can you ever GET sack when controlling a defender? Maybe once a season?
EA's offense is better, graphics are better, but gameplay is much better here with 2k3.
People critical of the Dynasty mode ('Legacy mode' here) are right to be critical. The 'legacy' mode is average, but you can't change schools: you are stuck with the one you chose to start with. This is disappointing.
Recruiting is pretty cool, though not of the same depth as EA. Still, if you WIN, you stand a better chance of securing good recruits. Players you go after will be swayed by your good W/L record. I'd really like to see Sega go into depth here, as I think recruiting is one of the best parts of sim sports games.
Would like to see more of a 'box score'-type post-game stats presentation.
Also, would like to be able to call more running plays. The choices are fairly limited, and no chance to hand off the ball to a handful of different players throughout any one game.
One final complaint: My team up by plenty with a minute or so left on the game clock. The opposition is on the 3-yard line, heading in to score, and, on fourth down, PUNTS! Doesn't go for a field goal or touchdown, but PUNTS!! What the heck is THAT?? Ha! That has GOT to be ironed out by 2k4.
I know I've pointed out the flaws here and given it a 4-star rating, but I think the game is a better game than EA. 989 Sports doesn't even factor into the equation. I'm like everybody who isn't just posting to be 'loyal' (which really means 'stubbornly stupid') I would like to see the best of what BOTH EA and Sega have rolled into one game. Until that happens, I'll stick with Sega, for it's far better gameplay. Great graphics are nice (EA) but if the gameplay is overly (and unnecessarily) frustrating, it's just not fun to play. Gameplay alone gives this one the nod over its competitors. They just had better improve certain aspects of this version for next year's 2K4.
(by A gamer)
Features/Technical Specs :
* ESPN-style presentation
* Players have the proportions and physiques of college-aged athletes
* All 117 Division I-A teams and selected Division I-AA teams
* Save senior players and draft them into NFL 2K3
* 1-2 players
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