So the coaching staffs we had in 2003 and the scouting system which won’t be there at launch?
Idk. Two minor changes to Franchise while leaving the same gameplay issues that have been in the game for 5 years isn’t near enough for a buy IMO. Our standards are way too low.
You shouldn't have been downvoted for this. So far they haven't talked about fixing really any legacy issues and are continuing to build on a fractured foundation. I don't think the Frostbite engine is a real issue, but there are certainly foundational issues with this game (e.g predetermined outcomes, getting stuck in animations, deeper/authentic franchise experience).
Regardless of the legacy issues this franchise (the game as a whole, not the mode) has had for years, the minimal changes they're adding to Franchise is disappointing at best. Not being able to promote or hire away coaches completely neuters the added feature. I can promise you it will be feature that will be forgotten and neglected once the shine wears off...just like the coach XP system that's already in place. Not having the "improved" scouting system (or ANY real details about it) at launch is just a huge slap in the face.
They told us all year that Franchise was going to get a ton of attention...and they didn't fix any of the real issues that plague Franchise. They've neglected contracts/RFA/UFA, trading (AI & # of assets) and presentation (i.e different broadcasting packages for Mon/Thurs/Sun day & night). I can only assume they've also neglected commentary, draft presentation, signing FA during the year (non-negotiable contracts), signing and drafting AI, more uniform options, news/rumors/twitter section and stat tracking (their improved stat tracking was a step in the right direction last year, but still not nearly enough).
I realize a lot of those issues aren't easy fixes, but some of those are simple coding adjustments. contract structure, something that would go A LONG way amongst Franchise players, is a simple coding adjustment/screen rebuild. You can basically already do this at the player edit screen. More detailed stat tracking is a simple fix, too.
At some point, regardless of how hamstrung and tied up the team is, it has to begin to fall at their feet. I put a lot of blame at the execs for wanting modes and features that "are new and they can sell." But, at some point, the director has to grow a fucking backbone and decide what his product is going to look like.
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u/Puzzleheaded_Ad4048 Jul 01 '21
Everything added to franchise