Madden 18 Update Adds Xbox One X Support, Tunes Gameplay & More

A new Madden 18 update has rolled out. Its main focus is on preparing the game for Xbox One X 4K compatibility, however there are a bunch of other fixes included, too. 

Below is a list of available “enhancements” for Madden 18 Xbox One X:

  • Upgraded Resolution from 1080p to 4K Ultra HD:  Providing players with the highest fidelity visuals in Madden NFL experience ever, delivering hyper-realistic gameplay to your fingertips
  • Gameplay Runs at a Consistent 60 frames per second (fps):  Delivers seamless transitions and improved gameplay performance between each down
  • Character Level of Detail:  Vibrant, detailed athlete visuals bringing your favorite NFL stars to life!

Full list of patch notes for Madden 18 below:

Top Updates

  • Pass Accuracy tuning
  • Addressed MUT squads improper XP awards
  • Tuning to balance Coach Adjustments
  • Replaced the “Bluff Blitz” hot route with “Hard Flat” for Inside linebackers
  • Addressed issues around users losing control for a short time during the camera flip on turnovers

Full Change List

  • Franchise
    • Updated NFL records for Offline (already available in Cloud)
    • Addressed issue displaying certain menus in 4K
    • Addressed issue around Injured Players not showing up as being on the IR when starting a franchise via Play Now Live
    • Made stability improvements
    • Gameplay
      • Tuned to increase pass accuracy when throwing in a clean pocket with feet set in Competitive Game Style
      • Tuned to decrease pass accuracy when throwing across the QB’s body at drastic angles and making back-foot throws
      • Tuned to decrease defensive penalty for using the Pass Commit adjustment vs. running plays in all Game Styles
      • Added logic for Conservative Ball Carrier Coaching Adjustment – now there’s a very low chance for defender fakeouts when this adjustment is active
      • Tuned to increase frequency of holding penalties when the Aggressive Blocking Coaching Adjustment is active
      • Tuned to increase frequency of offsides penalties when the Aggressive Pass Rush Coaching Adjustment is active
      • Addressed issues resulting in catches being knocked out by minimal defensive contact
      • Addressed issues around users losing control for a short time during the camera flip on turnovers
      • Addressed online grieving exploits around spamming the Fake Snap mechanic to stop the clock and defenders intentionally Encroaching to keep the clock running
      • Addressed issue resulting in incorrect field position after a touchback occurs on a missed field goal
      • Addressed issue where kick return player would get stuck in a strafe assignment after colliding with a teammate
      • Tuned to ensure plays populate in the Run/Pass Counter filter of the Play Call menu
      • Added Skills Trainer Gauntlet stability improvements
      • Added a controller-rumble prompt in MUT Squads to notify user-controlled receivers when the ball is snapped
      • Tuned to address inability to move outside linebacker when showing blitz in the Dollar formation
  • MUT Squads
    • Addressed issues around incorrect XP awards
  • Visual
    • Addressed rare issue around Field Goal net enlarging after missing a field goal

Are you looking forward to giving Madden 18 a go in 4k Ultra HD? Let us know below.

In other update news, Gran Turismo Sport update 1.05 has landed and features ABS tuning and more, a Star Trek Online patch resolves crash issues and more, and this Ark update will help players sleep better at night.

Source: EA Sports (Official)

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