X-factors and superstar abilities off

[dar3816]

Is anyone else playing offline franchise with x-factors and superstar abilities turned off??
I started a few days ago, no slider edits, and I have had great games and better gameplay to this point.

[mdgoalie37]

I’ve considered trying this, but I do like the change and challenge of playing a team with X-factors.
Case in point, I recently played the Bears and really felt the pressure of taking on that defense. Then I played the Chiefs and there porous defense and could pretty much do as I wanted. Do you get that experience playing a team like Chicago with the X-factors turned off?


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[dar3816]

I haven’t played a team as tough defensively as the bears... playing as the patriots and so far I’ve played the Steelers, dolphins, and jets..
Against the steelers I definitely felt Shazier’s presence throughout the game.
Ended up taking 2 sacks that game, both from him.. I managed to sack Ben 3 times
Even with the X factor off Gilmore was still lockdown in all 3 with 2 picks
Chung has 2 as well
McCourty has 1
I’ve thrown 2 picks with brady so far

[Vikes1]

I have nothing personal against the X Factor stuff but I'm getting very enjoyable games with them turned off. I just prefer to play that way in my franchise.

[dar3816]

I don’t mind the X factors for player vs player or arcade mode. They are good for those games with 5-6 minute quarters.
Playing franchise with 15 min quarters on sim mode I feel the game is better with them off.

[briz1046]

I tried them on , but certain abilities ( particularly enforcer ) seemed too overpowered when playing 15min quarters.

Turned them off and am getting nice results on all pro with sliders

[tyler28]

Quote: Originally Posted by dar3816

Is anyone else playing offline franchise with x-factors and superstar abilities turned off?? I started a few days ago, no slider edits, and I have had great games and better gameplay to this point.

Yes! Imo its a lot better gameplay especially on AM difficulty. They are way op on AM.



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[Detroit Tigers]

I like the idea in theory, the way it gives teams identity and forces your hand toward some honest game-planning, but yeah I turned them off and I don’t miss it it all.

And if we’re being honest about it, it’s a cheat/crutch at best (being told with bright flashy lights who to look out for) and a gimmick at worst - no reason a guy with 90 hit power and 94 block shed or whatever shouldn’t just be dangerous and impactful to begin with, without the flashy lights and “in the zone” stuff.


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