Larry Richart knows Madden NFL 25. The gameplay designer at Electronic Arts’ Tiburon studio has been working on the 25th Anniversary of the perennial bestseller for the past year. When it comes to picking a team, Richart goes for the Seattle Seahawks. He explains how to win the Super Bowl with the team in this exclusive strategy interview.
What is it about Seattle?
With the addition of Percy Harvin at wide receiver, they pretty much have everything. They’ve got a great running game with Marshawn Lynch and can mix in a little Read Option with Russell Wilson. Their defense is terrific as well, especially their secondary – which is key to slowing down the passing game in Madden NFL 25.
What advice would you give to someone playing as this team on the offensive side of the ball?
Spread the ball around and mix-up your play calling. The Seahawks have so many weapons with Marshawn Lynch, Percy Harvin, Sidney Rice, Golden Tate and Zach Miller it’s easy to keep the defense guessing by sharing the ball. Plus with Russell Wilson at QB, you have the ability to keep plays alive with his scrambling ability.
What’s the best way to take advantage of new offensive gameplay features with this team and its players?
With all the new ball carrier moves/mechanics that have been added to Madden NFL 25, the Seahawks are the perfect team to use. Marshawn Lynch can take full advantage of the new Force Impact system by unleashing devastating precision stiff-arms and trucks, while you can get the ball to Percy Harvin and use the new Acceleration Burst mechanic, as well as the new combo moves.
What are some strengths of this team on the defensive side of the ball?
The Seahawks are very balanced defensively, and have an excellent secondary. They have huge corners with Richard Sherman and Brandon Browner, and two of the best safeties in the NFL with Earl Thomas and Kam Chancellor. They also have Bobby Wagner at MLB who can fly around and make plays.
What’s the best way to take advantage of new defensive gameplay features with this team and its players?
It’s all about the Force Impact system and laying down the lumber with the Hit Stick. Bobby Wagner and Kam Chancellor both have high hit power ratings, and they’re each a threat to cause a fumble every time they hit somebody.
Madden NFL 25 debuts on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 August 27th.
Published: Aug 2, 2013 02:14 am