Playstation NCAA13 Football Online Dynasty

[Andy in Sactown]

Thanks for uploading a highlight film! You guys should check it out at NCAA Football 13 Online Dynasty - Manage & Customize Online | EA SPORTS HILARIOUS!

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Thanks for uploading a highlight film! You guys should check it out at NCAA Football 13 Online Dynasty - Manage & Customize Online | EA SPORTS HILARIOUS!

Yeah, that's why I posted it as a wide shot so everyone could see. I restarted the game 3 times and on every snap the defense lined up like that. THEN when I would kick off they would literally stand over the ball and it would be a 5 yd penalty then rekick, etc. Messed up to say the least.

 

[GreenSox04]

My offensive lineman are moving in slow motion and glitchy.. And don't block anyone in the current game I'm in. Gonna restart this and if it continues ill take my chances and sim against Wyoming.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

You've got issues in your game too? Very strange. I hope there isn't something wrong.

 

[Da Rattlensnakes]

Could be the file being corrupted. Maybe we should think again about restarting with all these things going wrong.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Could be the file being corrupted. Maybe we should think again about restarting with all these things going wrong.

Crap! Maybe right though.

 

[IrishLion]

Just realized how badly I am being f*cked by this scheduling bullsh*t. I have no good early games to schedule as OV's to get an early bump on a recruit, and no home games weeks 4, 5 or 6 to schedule early visits for guys close to committing.

Had to wait to schedule most of my guys till week 7, and now I'm probably losing the #1 RB to ND and an ATH to Georgia because I had to wait so long.

 

[IrishLion]

Woops, just checked our advance and yup, I did lose both of those recruits. Mother Fvcker.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Dynasty Advanced and Happy Super Bowl Sunday everyone!

As a side note, I'm not happy with the sliders we've been using. And if it is deemed clear the dynasty is corrupt (I'm not totally sold on that, plenty of things to go wrong with an EA product) then I want better sliders for a restart.

I've been playing with some slider sets and if some of you Offensive Juggernauts can give it a try and post your comments/results that would be awesome.

Here's the slider set I've been working on:

Skill: Heisman
Quarter: 5 minutes
Game Speed: Slow
Minimum Speed Threshold: 40

Skill: (USER / CPU)
QB Accuracy: 25 / 30
Pass Blocking: 35/45
WR Catching: 40/40
RB Ability: 50/60
Run Blocking: 50/60
Pass Coverage: 55/65
Pass Rush: 50/55
Interceptions: 35/35
Rush Defense: 35/45
Tackling: 40/40
FG Power: 40/50
FG Accuracy: 40/50
Punt Power: 40/45
Punt Accuracy: 45/50
Kickoff Power: 45/45

Penalties:
Offsides: 70
False Start: 65
Holding: 50
Facemask: 45
Offensive Pass Interference: 100
Defensive Pass Interference: 100
KR/PR Interference: 100
Clipping: 40
Intentional Grounding: 100
Roughing the Passer: 40
Roughing the Kicker: 65

 

[Catholics_Rule]

I started playing my game vs FSU and had to restart twice. Game play was VERY slow. I'll play it later in the evening, hopefully it'll be better then.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Dynasty Advanced and Happy Super Bowl Sunday everyone!

As a side note, I'm not happy with the sliders we've been using. And if it is deemed clear the dynasty is corrupt (I'm not totally sold on that, plenty of things to go wrong with an EA product) then I want better sliders for a restart.

I've been playing with some slider sets and if some of you Offensive Juggernauts can give it a try and post your comments/results that would be awesome.

Here's the slider set I've been working on:

Skill: Heisman
Quarter: 5 minutes
Game Speed: Slow
Minimum Speed Threshold: 40

Skill: (USER / CPU)
QB Accuracy: 25 / 30
Pass Blocking: 35/45
WR Catching: 40/40
RB Ability: 50/60
Run Blocking: 50/60
Pass Coverage: 55/65
Pass Rush: 50/55
Interceptions: 35/35
Rush Defense: 35/45
Tackling: 40/40
FG Power: 40/50
FG Accuracy: 40/50
Punt Power: 40/45
Punt Accuracy: 45/50
Kickoff Power: 45/45

Penalties:
Offsides: 70
False Start: 65
Holding: 50
Facemask: 45
Offensive Pass Interference: 100
Defensive Pass Interference: 100
KR/PR Interference: 100
Clipping: 40
Intentional Grounding: 100
Roughing the Passer: 40
Roughing the Kicker: 65

I'b be especially interested in Alamo or Domer's (passing attack) opinions as well as Lion's (rushing attack). Of course, any feedback is most welcomed. Gimme teh feedbacks!

 

[IrishLion]

I'm gonna get my game in later tonight, and then give the new sliders a go on my offline dynasty (unless they're already in effect in our dynasty). I'll let you know late tonight or early tomorrow how the rushing attack responds to the new settings.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Sorry, but I won't get the game in tonight. I'm having some problems with the game slowing down really bad. Very frustrating. Gonna try and reboot my wifi and router. Try tomorrow.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Sorry, but I won't get the game in tonight. I'm having some problems with the game slowing down really bad. Very frustrating. Gonna try and reboot my wifi and router. Try tomorrow.

I've wondered many a time when people have errors in game that they want to blame the dynasty file as being corrupt, when a lot of those errors are client/server interaction / networking related (or just plain errors in the game).

I don't know if Dre1919 used the web interface to do the scheduling, but it's really unreliable. I perform all commish duties in game to prevent the myriad of errors the web interface can introduce.

Make sure to the following ports are not blocked in your firewall(s)/router(s):

TCP: 80, 443, 9980-9989, 42124
UDP: 3659, 6000, 9570

And reboot your networking gear if it's been up for months... routers that support QoS (quality of service) configurations are also helpful. Especially if your sharing the network with people who like to 'eff with your games by torrenting/streaming/fapping to pron.

 

[BeauBenken]

Who is Nebraska? They're still user controlled, no?

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Who is Nebraska? They're still user controlled, no?

Dre1919 was Nebraska, but he bowed out.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

I rebooted my system before I left for work this morning. I played my game and zero problems, which is great. I think the issue with the ECU game was PS3 related. Regardless, I'm set to go!

For 5 weeks straight Boston College played a ranked opponent. Tough win but we got it done against FSU.

 

[IrishLion]

My QB isn't going to put up the numbers of some of you pass-happy guys, but he is certainly going to compete in the "total TDs" department. Damn 11-game schedule.

 

[IrishLion]

Oh and my buddy finally joined in as Miami. If he starts slacking, I told him I'd slap him into place once, but then have him booted if it happens again. I will not allow him to embarass me in front of you fine people!

 

[Catholics_Rule]

My QB isn't going to put up the numbers of some of you pass-happy guys, but he is certainly going to compete in the "total TDs" department. Damn 11-game schedule.

I've have a similar view. When I run Boston College I have to play a very specific offense. I don't have 4 or 5 star players. I knew i wouldnt be able to score big points vs FSU, so i took as much time off of the clock that i could just to try and slow the pace of the game down. I know there are certain throws my QB can and cannot make. It's actuly been a fun challenge playing in this dynasty bc it's so challenging. Hopefully I can get continue to build my recruiting data base. I've looked at the points a lot of the other teams are scoring, WOW.

 

[IrishLion]

I've have a similar view. When I run Boston College I have to play a very specific offense. I don't have 4 or 5 star players. I knew i wouldnt be able to score big points vs FSU, so i took as much time off of the clock that i could just to try and slow the pace of the game down. I know there are certain throws my QB can and cannot make. It's actuly been a fun challenge playing in this dynasty bc it's so challenging. Hopefully I can get continue to build my recruiting data base. I've looked at the points a lot of the other teams are scoring, WOW.

Definitely the right strategy. When we first started this dynasty, one of my first games was against Oklahoma. I quickly learned I didn't know how to throw the ball with these settings, or lock down the computers passing attack. So, I turned on "chew clock" and ran the ball every play. The entire game against Oklahoma, they only got the ball three times. They finished with -25 yards of offense, and I controlled like 95% of the clock. That's how I learned to love the power rushing game.

I'm transitioning to more of a spread offense now since my QB is a great athlete (my playbook has it all though, so I can still go to 'three yards and a cloud of dust' at any time). It's tough trying to put up the yardage numbers that some of the guys in this dyansty have/had (looking at you, Alamo). Need more speed on the outside to abuse the deep ball I guess. Only one legit speed threat at WR at the moment.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Definitely the right strategy. When we first started this dynasty, one of my first games was against Oklahoma. I quickly learned I didn't know how to throw the ball with these settings, or lock down the computers passing attack. So, I turned on "chew clock" and ran the ball every play. The entire game against Oklahoma, they only got the ball three times. They finished with -25 yards of offense, and I controlled like 95% of the clock. That's how I learned to love the power rushing game.

I'm transitioning to more of a spread offense now since my QB is a great athlete (my playbook has it all though, so I can still go to 'three yards and a cloud of dust' at any time). It's tough trying to put up the yardage numbers that some of the guys in this dyansty have/had (looking at you, Alamo). Need more speed on the outside to abuse the deep ball I guess. Only one legit speed threat at WR at the moment.

Very cool. Glad I'm not the only one. I use formation subs constantly and look for the right matchups. My starting RB is solid but I struggle to get outside mainly bc of my offensive line, so I try to work the ball north & south then if I can wear down the D I take a chance on the outside.

The other interesting thing is my QB isn't great but he is decent. Looking at QB rankings he's in the Top 10 for completion %, hes up there with any of the QB, but I know I can't throw for 500 yards and 7 TDs. My offense is ALL about balance.

 

[BeauBenken]

Dre1919 was Nebraska, but he bowed out.

So no user game. Boo.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

About to get real!

About to get real!

So no user game. Boo.

Yeah sorry, Beau.


In regards to the sliders and offensive strategy, I am seriously considering changing the sliders over to the new set at the end of the season. Sooner if they prove favorable to a few of you trying them out. I have made a couple small adjustments, but am pretty happy with them right now.

The net effect of these changes are:
- 5 minutes quarters provide quicker game play and deflate some statistics.
- Harder to pass the football (more pass defense), BUT
- Less interceptions (they're DB's for a reason, more batted down balls, interceptions must be cleaner, as opposed to magical).
- Linemen shouldn't shed their blocks quite as easily (both sides of the ball).
- Open field tackling is MUCH harder! Better defend the open spaces!

Using them against the computer I have recorded scores of:

AWAY / HOME:
ND 28 - USC 24 --> Won by 4
ALABAMA 14 - ND 24 --> Won by 7
ND 31 - FSU 28 --> Won by 3
LSU 28 - ND 31 --> Lost by 3
ND 21 - LSU 28 --> Lost by 7
ND 34 - LSU 24 --> Won by 10
PURDUE 0 - ND 54 --> Won by kicking-off
*I'd expect scores to go up slightly for higher ranked matches once players adjust to the slider set.


Since last posting: (change)
CPU Pass Blocking: 40 (-5)
Player & CPU Interceptions: 30 (-5)
False Start: 60 (-5)


Complete Sliders (for convenience) are as follows:

Skill: Heisman
Quarter: 5 minutes
Game Speed: Slow
Minimum Speed Threshold: 40

(USER / CPU)
QB Accuracy: 25 / 30
Pass Blocking: 35/40
WR Catching: 40/40
RB Ability: 50/60
Run Blocking: 50/60
Pass Coverage: 55/65
Pass Rush: 50/55
Interceptions: 30/30
Rush Defense: 35/45
Tackling: 40/40
FG Power: 40/50
FG Accuracy: 40/50
Punt Power: 40/45
Punt Accuracy: 45/50
Kickoff Power: 45/45

Penalties:
Offsides: 70
False Start: 60
Holding: 50
Facemask: 45
Offensive Pass Interference: 100
Defensive Pass Interference: 100
KR/PR Interference: 100
Clipping: 40
Intentional Grounding: 100
Roughing the Passer: 40
Roughing the Kicker: 65

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Yeah sorry, Beau.


In regards to the sliders and offensive strategy, I am seriously considering changing the sliders over to the new set at the end of the season. Sooner if they prove favorable to a few of you trying them out. I have made a couple small adjustments, but am pretty happy with them right now.

The net effect of these changes are:
- 5 minutes quarters provide quicker game play and deflate some statistics.
- Harder to pass the football (more pass defense), BUT
- Less interceptions (they're DB's for a reason, more batted down balls, interceptions must be cleaner, as opposed to magical).
- Linemen shouldn't shed their blocks quite as easily (both sides of the ball).
- Open field tackling is MUCH harder! Better defend the open spaces!

Using them against the computer I have recorded scores of:

AWAY / HOME:
ND 28 - USC 24 --> Won by 4
ALABAMA 14 - ND 24 --> Won by 7
ND 31 - FSU 28 --> Won by 3
LSU 28 - ND 31 --> Lost by 3
ND 21 - LSU 28 --> Lost by 7
ND 34 - LSU 24 --> Won by 10
PURDUE 0 - ND 54 --> Won by kicking-off
*I'd expect scores to go up slightly for higher ranked matches once players adjust to the slider set.


Since last posting: (change)
CPU Pass Blocking: 40 (-5)
Player & CPU Interceptions: 30 (-5)
False Start: 60 (-5)


Complete Sliders (for convenience) are as follows:

Skill: Heisman
Quarter: 5 minutes
Game Speed: Slow
Minimum Speed Threshold: 40

(USER / CPU)
QB Accuracy: 25 / 30
Pass Blocking: 35/40
WR Catching: 40/40
RB Ability: 50/60
Run Blocking: 50/60
Pass Coverage: 55/65
Pass Rush: 50/55
Interceptions: 30/30
Rush Defense: 35/45
Tackling: 40/40
FG Power: 40/50
FG Accuracy: 40/50
Punt Power: 40/45
Punt Accuracy: 45/50
Kickoff Power: 45/45

Penalties:
Offsides: 70
False Start: 60
Holding: 50
Facemask: 45
Offensive Pass Interference: 100
Defensive Pass Interference: 100
KR/PR Interference: 100
Clipping: 40
Intentional Grounding: 100
Roughing the Passer: 40
Roughing the Kicker: 65

I haven't had a chance to play any games with the proposed sliders, i'm STILL getting the hang of it as it is!!!!!!!!! LOL! I'll give it a try soon.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

I haven't had a chance to play any games with the proposed sliders, i'm STILL getting the hang of it as it is!!!!!!!!! LOL! I'll give it a try soon.

The goal is realism. I can't fix the DB glitch, but we shouldn't be able to throw 75%-80% of the time and have 6000+ yards passing on the season. Changes meant to make it more realistic. Might by slightly harder than our present sliders, but not the giant jump in difficulty going from stock to our present set. Not much harder, just different.. hopefully better and more realistic.

Less sacks for me as well. Oh well, sacrifices, sacrifices.

 

[Catholics_Rule]

Totally understand and agree. Just getting used to everything us all.

 

[IrishLion]

I am an idiot. Carry on everyone.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Dynasty Advanced!

Sorry for the late advance, but I hadn't heard from Domer and was trying to give him a little extra time, then got a little busy myself.

Cheers!

 

[Catholics_Rule]

First loss of the season, OUCH! Loss a close one to PITT, 25-22. How many rain games am I gonna have!