On 13th October 2022, EA released a patch update in the form of a massive new title update for Madden NFL 23. Since the game’s launch in August, EA has been quite expressive about its intention to fix the bugs and improve the various features of the latest Madden NFL installment.
This title update is the third major update rolled out by EA for Madden NFL 23, and it also happens to be the largest one.
The developers claim that it eliminates most bugs and substantially improves the game’s experience. However, they’ve also stated that it doesn’t fix a few issues and that they’ll launch more updates to handle them.
Apart from a few gameplay updates, the new Madden NFL 23 patch title update includes fixes for Franchise, Face of the Franchise, Madden Ultimate Team, and The Yard game modes. In addition, updates to enhance NFL authenticity, presentation, and user interface are also part of the new title update.
Here’s more about the new patch update for Madden NFL 23, along with its patch notes.
Patch Note #1 – Gameplay Updates
Below are the various improvements and fixes based on the various gameplay aspects of Madden NFL 23.
I. Blocking
- Fixed a bug where the interior pass rusher is left unblocked due to pass block targeting when the defense uses a pre-snap set-up in the 4-3 Even 61 formations.
- Fixed a bug where the edge rusher is left unblocked due to pass block targeting when the defense is pinched, and safety is brought down.
- An improvement in the block and release logic in the tight ends to prevent quick release in situations where a rusher exists to block the player.
- An improvement in the blocking animations to enhance engagement and impact blocking upon collision.
- Fixed a bug where an unblocked rusher bypasses block targeting when the defense is pinched, and linebackers sit in a gap in the Dollar 3-2 Spinner play.
- A modification in QB Contain logic assignment logic to prevent lined-up second-level defenders, stack linebackers, and defenders from being assigned QB Contain.
- Fixed a bug where a defensive end is left unblocked out of Nickel Over Blitz due to pass block targeting.
II. Catching
- Fixed a bug that causes several mid-air interaction animations to launch before the ball has even arrived, leading to the receiver missing the ball.
- An optimization in catching for Wide Receivers to allow them to acquire less tipped balls.
- Fixed a bug that prevents the Interception Gameplay Slider from promptly affecting the catch frequency of defenders.
- Fixed an animation bug that causes running backs to turn in the other direction to receive a catch from the backfield.
- Fixed an animation bug that doesn’t allow receivers to attempt a catch requiring a RAC catch on a smoke screen.
- Fixed an animation bug that causes the receiver to utilize an effort catch on a catchable pass.
- Fixed an animation bug that causes the receiver to, at times, utilize a possession catch when asking for a RAC catch.
- Fixed a bug that doesn’t allow defenders to execute a knockout in a few scenarios when the player asks for it.
III. Ball Carrier & Tackling
- Fixed a bug that, at times, causes ball carriers to bend in the wrong direction while carrying the ball in their left hand.
- Fixed a bug that sanctions ball carriers with zero stamina to continue engaging in Stand Up Tackles.
- An optimization in the Juke-Hurdle combo animations to ascertain the appropriate height and speed of the animations.
- An optimization to decrease the over-steer of defenders away from the ball carrier while using the Strip-Ball mechanic.
IV. Pre & Post Play
- Fixed a bug that, at times, causes the ball carrier to point in the incorrect direction while a few ongoing first-down celebrations.
- Fixed a bug that occasionally causes players to freeze post-play.
- Fixed a bug that causes players to unnecessarily change positions during pre-play in Online SSKO games while utilizing play-flipping or audibles.
- Fixed a bug that allows the attackers unlimited hot routes without the QB executing the appropriate animations when setting a receiver in motion.
- Fixed a bug that causes media reporters on the sidelines of the stadium to break through the walls in particular stadiums.
Patch Note #2 – Franchise Updates
The franchise updates included in the new Madden NFL 23 title update are mentioned below.
- Fixed a bug that affects a significant number of users by disconnecting them from Franchise and Face of the Franchise.
- Fixed a bug that causes CPU teams to instantly decline negotiations with a player if they lack the cap space to be eligible for the same.
- Fixed a bug that prevents CPU teams from targeting players while re-signing.
- Fixed a bug that prevents the intended fulfillment of a skill point on the Playmaker archetype by not enhancing the right stats.
- Fixed a bug that leads to an illogical selection of a player as the Top Threat.
- Fixed a bug that results in a player’s name and position being visible in the macro form in the goals hub after fulfilling a goal situation.
- Fixed a bug that incorrectly causes goals to appear completed after game flow.
- Fixed a bug that results in a mismatch between a player’s ability and their on-field performance.
- Fixed a bug that doubles the Rams’ NFC and Super Bowl Championships.
- Fixed a crash that follows when players load into Formation Subs in the absence of a head coach.
- Fixed a bug that sanctions players on IR to be bartered for trade offers.
- Fixed a bug that displays the incorrect name on the player’s jersey in a few Franchise situation scenes.
- Fixed a bug that turns all team gear during mid-game scenes to look like the Buccaneers’ gear post-team relocation, retirement, and control shift of the same team.
Patch Note #3 – Face of the Franchise Updates
Below are the Face of the Franchise enhancements and bug fixes included in the new Madden NFL 23 title update.
- Fixed a bug that disallows calves from transforming while utilizing the morph sliders in the player customization section.
- Fixed a bug that causes overlap between the Avatar Level and OVR rating UI containers.
- Addition of a pip indicator to the Upgrade Player menu item that appears only upon collection of upgrade points.
- Fixed a bug that interferes with Pro Bowl uniforms by not letting them spawn properly in the post-game locker room.
- Fixed a bug that, at times, prevents appropriate usage of passing and pass coverage ability perks.
- Numerous user interface improvements were made to the Side Activities screen, along with stability enhancements and fixes.
Patch Note #4 – Madden Ultimate Team & The Yard Updates
Following are the Madden Ultimate Team and The Yard patches included in the new Madden NFL 23 title update.
- Fixed a bug that causes the game to crash when players receive the Field Pass Reward.
- Improvement in the Field Pass XP total and level display
- Grouped Rewards Flow display
- Updated player images
- Fixed a bug that disconnects when players are within Field Pass and causes crashes within Sets.
- Fixed a bug that gives rise to soft lock in Squads
- Elimination of scaling issues all over the screen
- Addition of the Most Feared Vanity Capsule and Nike SC High Trainers
Patch Note #5 – NFL Authenticity Updates
Below is a list of all NFL Authenticity updates in the new Madden NFL 23 title update package.
- Face scan additions of the following players –
- Christian Barmore (DT) – Patriots
- Elijah Mitchell (RB) – 49ers
- Pat Freiermuth (TE) – Steelers
- Andrew Booth Jr. (CB) – Vikings
- Willie Gay (LB) – Chiefs
- Trent McDuffie (CB) – Chiefs
- List of uniform updates –
- Black Helmet added for Eagles Alternates
- Jets Black Helmet added for Jets Alternate
- Cowboys’ White Helmet added for Color Rush
- Fixes for helmets of Vicis Zero2 and Trench to enable appropriate positioning
- Addition of given cleats –
- Adidas Primeknit
- Adidas Freak Ultra 22
- Adidas Freak
- Adidas Adizero
- Nike Alpha Menace Elite 3
- Given stadium enhancements –
- Rebranding of Steelers stadium
- New field art at Browns stadium
- Improvement of field goal pad at Rams stadium
- Updation of tarps at Bears stadium
- Modification of edgewall and tarps at Bengals stadium
- Upgradation of edgewall at Giants stadium
Patch Note #6 – Presentation and UI Updates
Below are the presentation and user interface improvements included in the new Madden NFL 23 title update.
- Decrease in the number of blind spots in the Cinematic version of Player Lock Camera.
- Fixed a bug that causes players to disappear from hurdles when a timeout is called.
- Fixed a bug that led to a mismatch between the difficulty setting in Team Select Pre-Game and the difficulty in Game Options from the Pause Menu.
- Fixed a bug that doesn’t sanction Visual Feedback settings to load in Play Now.
- Fixed a bug that causes the Tug-o-War graphic to remain on screen throughout the game.
About Madden NFL 21
Madden NFL 21 is an American football video game based on the National Football League, developed by EA Tiburon and published by Electronic Arts. It is an installment of the long-running Madden NFL series. It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on August 28, 2020, and for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on December 4, 2020.
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