Yes, Madden 21 may be a bit short on the modes side, but its gameplay has been a nice step toward the next generation. With the new version 1.07 update, problems on the field have been shrunken down even more. This includes eliminating issues like defenders who magically warp across the field, along with sacked quarterbacks no longer able to throw the ball.
Off the field, transitions between menus have finally become more fluid, making for quicker load times. The Yard also sees a batch of improvements, with leaderboards being added so that players can compare and beat out the scores of their friends’.
All fixes and additions added from 1.07
Gameplay Updates:
Pass RushFix to an issue preventing defenders in contain from staying in contain when being blocked by a running back in the backfield. The rusher will keep their contain behavior when blocked by any blocker on the line or in the backfieldFix to an issue causing the initial pass-rush move of contain players to take them to the inside gap instead of their assigned outside gap.Addition of logic to support QB Contain vs. play-action passing playsFix to ‘On-Field Trainer’ issues related to pass rushAddition of logic so that defenders without the Strip Specialist Ability will no longer cause fumbles on QBs standing in the Pocket with Normal Sack animations on Competitive game-style only. Only defenders with the Strip Specialist ability will be able to force a fumble on a QB standing in the Pocket on Competitive.
Defensive CoverageFix to an issue when using motion in a Twins/Slot formation vs. Nickel/Dime/Dollar defenses, defenders inappropriately swap assignments, leaving the receiver uncoveredAddition of logic to Cover 4 Quarters to better handle plays like PA CrossersFix to an issue preventing defenders in press-alignment from backpedaling appropriatelyFix to an alignment issue when flipping Nickel 2-4-5 SS Reno ZoneTacklingFix to some tackling issues sometimes preventing tackle animations from triggering vs. Juke and Jurdle movesFix to an issue causing a receiver to warp up off the ground into a tackle during a possession catchFix to an issue causing the QB to not react after throwing an INT while being hit by a defenderFix to an issue allowing ball carriers to fake-out defenders behind them when using the Spin MoveThrow Out of SackAddition of new logic for when a defender is hitting a QB on his throwing arm the QB will no longer be able to throw the ball. The QB will be forced to tuck the ball or the ball will be fumbledIncrease to the fumble chance for QBs throwing out of a sack that are hit significantly before they have started their forward arm movement. The greater the Defender’s Tackle vs Quarterback’s Strength rating discrepancy is in favor of the defender, the higher the fumble chanceFix to a throw out of Sack animation where the ball was not getting released by the QuarterbackBlockingFix to an issue preventing the left tackle from blocking the correct defender when running HB Zone Weak plays against Nickel 3-3-5Fix to an issue with graphical distortion occasionally being displayed over blocker-resistance barsGeneral FixesTuning to RAC-catch win-chances to reduce frequency of low-rated coverage defenders getting catch-knockouts vs. higher-rated receiversFix to an issue where Hitting RT/R2 + A/X at the snap would sometimes result in the Quarterback instantly throwing to the A/X ReceiverTuning to give user control a little sooner after an interceptionFix to an issue causing Quarterbacks to use drastic turns on subtle movementsFix to the run-speed for ball carriers on Triple Option and Speed Option, allowing sprint speed earlierTuning some celebration animation issues to clean up some minor hitchingTuning to QB’s front elbow when inside the pocket to improve visual quality
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
Fix to an issue preventing defenders in contain from staying in contain when being blocked by a running back in the backfield. The rusher will keep their contain behavior when blocked by any blocker on the line or in the backfield
Fix to an issue when using motion in a Twins/Slot formation vs. Nickel/Dime/Dollar defenses, defenders inappropriately swap assignments, leaving the receiver uncoveredAddition of logic to Cover 4 Quarters to better handle plays like PA CrossersFix to an issue preventing defenders in press-alignment from backpedaling appropriatelyFix to an alignment issue when flipping Nickel 2-4-5 SS Reno Zone
Fix to some tackling issues sometimes preventing tackle animations from triggering vs. Juke and Jurdle movesFix to an issue causing a receiver to warp up off the ground into a tackle during a possession catchFix to an issue causing the QB to not react after throwing an INT while being hit by a defenderFix to an issue allowing ball carriers to fake-out defenders behind them when using the Spin Move
Addition of new logic for when a defender is hitting a QB on his throwing arm the QB will no longer be able to throw the ball. The QB will be forced to tuck the ball or the ball will be fumbledIncrease to the fumble chance for QBs throwing out of a sack that are hit significantly before they have started their forward arm movement. The greater the Defender’s Tackle vs Quarterback’s Strength rating discrepancy is in favor of the defender, the higher the fumble chanceFix to a throw out of Sack animation where the ball was not getting released by the Quarterback
Fix to an issue preventing the left tackle from blocking the correct defender when running HB Zone Weak plays against Nickel 3-3-5Fix to an issue with graphical distortion occasionally being displayed over blocker-resistance bars
Tuning to RAC-catch win-chances to reduce frequency of low-rated coverage defenders getting catch-knockouts vs. higher-rated receiversFix to an issue where Hitting RT/R2 + A/X at the snap would sometimes result in the Quarterback instantly throwing to the A/X ReceiverTuning to give user control a little sooner after an interceptionFix to an issue causing Quarterbacks to use drastic turns on subtle movementsFix to the run-speed for ball carriers on Triple Option and Speed Option, allowing sprint speed earlierTuning some celebration animation issues to clean up some minor hitchingTuning to QB’s front elbow when inside the pocket to improve visual quality
Improvements to the speed in the menus of Madden Ultimate Team and returning from game modesImprovements to the speed when interacting with your players and items including upgradesAddress an issue where items in the lineup screen would initially show as 50/50Numerous miscellaneous improvements to MUT Menu UIFix to an issue in MUT Squads where roles were not properly respected
Superstar KO Updates:
- Fix to an issue in Superstar KO where roles were not properly respected
Face of the Franchise Updates:
- General stability improvementsFix to an issue with users selecting “Let Fate Decide” option when getting draftedFix to an issue with the user’s difficulty setting reverting to Rookie after every game
The Yard Updates:
Addition of “Frienderboards” to The YardThese are leaderboards populated by your friends list that will display the Highest Score per eventAddition of a pop-up to remind those playing VS CPU events that they need a full group to playWhen a user is offensive captain, control will now default to the QB even if their CAP is in another position groupFix to an issue where location icons may not appearFix to an issue where full list of house rules may not appearFix to an issue where users may erroneously see “Finding Teammates” after leaving a sessionFix to an issue where Coach Cam always showed a CAP as being QB #12.Fix to the pass leading for the Slot receiver’s Drag Wheel Route in CrossfireFix to a minor camera issue where the view was blocked by objectsFix to an issue allowing an extra play after a fumble that went out of bounds on the last play of the gameFix to an ‘On-Field Trainer’ issue displaying “Flick” above the ball carrier after catching a passOnline stability improvementsGeneral menu and interface improvements
These are leaderboards populated by your friends list that will display the Highest Score per event
