The long long wait is finally over. EA Sports has released its much anticipated College Football 25 video game for those who bought the deluxe edition. I decided not to spend the extra money on the deluxe edition but had a chance to play for 10 hours using the EA Play trial. As someone who played NCAA Football 14 religiously up until the new game came out my expectation were extremely high. They were just about as close to being matched as possible.
I could go on for hours about the realistic gameplay and atmospheres across the game but that’s not what y’all are here for. So, lets get into what its like playing with Syracuse. First off, the Dome looks awesome. The roof is a little darker than it should be during night game. But if that is the biggest issue then EA pretty much nailed it. The atmosphere is electric in the Dome and they even got the energy right on third down playing Hells Bells. The feeling you get the first time you enter a game and you see the players walking out is unmatched. Also, they did update the student section and band to where they will be this season and it looks very good.
To the actual game play itself there are a few things I noticed after playing just a couple games. The defense, and pass defense is probably the teams biggest strength. Justin Barron is the highest rated player on the defensive side and his presence is felt throughout the entire game. The rest of the experienced secondary led by Alijah Clark, Jayden Bellamy, and Duce Cheasnut really help you out. Fadil Diggs is a monster when you user him while rushing the passer.
Offensively, it is still very weird seeing Kyle McCord in an SU uniform. The rest of the offense is interesting to play with. LeQuint Allen is obviously a stud and running the ball will really help you have success. Oronde Gadsden is one of the highest rated tight ends in the game and that becomes obvious when you throw him the ball. TE1 seems to bring in every pass then makes plays in the open field. Zeed Haynes might be the biggest offensive surprise though. With 96 speed, if you get him the ball in space then a big play is on its way.
Overall, the game is super fun and addicting. I’m counting down the hours till the release of the standard edition when I can get back on the sticks.
