NCAA Football 13

Critic reviews

• GRGames Radar+

  Rich Grisham · Aug 14, 2012

  8.0

  Between the ability to finally execute some play-action passes, thread the needle with precision without having super-powered linebackers or otherworldly defensive backs constantly pick us off, and smarter quarterback dropbacks, NCAA Football 13 is easier and more accessible for your typical player than ever. While a few of the guys we played with online this weekend expressed displeasure with some perceived defensive inadequacies – particularly around zone coverage being easy to beat – none of these reduced our fun factor.

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• DDestructoid

  Steven Hansen · Jul 27, 2012

  5.5

  Despite some annoying issues, NCAA 13’s biggest problem is that the core mechanics are simply dulled by the franchise’s repeat performances. Despite the supposed injection of new animations, holdovers from years past take so much of the thrill out of the sport. It’s more of the same. More minor fixes and more problems, both persistent and new.

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• TEThe Escapist

  Steve Butts · Jul 26, 2012

  7.0

  There are other small improvements here, from pre-season scouting to on-the-fly play action aborts to defenders that line up according to skill rather than position, and the sum total of these improvements is considerable. The improved passing game is the real star here and the other small improvements help sell the overall experience. Heisman is an enjoyable addition, but creates balance problems.

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• PUPlayStation Universe

  Adam Dolge · Jul 15, 2012

  8.0

  It’s probably one of the better NCAA games in recent history, but not a huge upgrade over last year’s edition. Online is strong and there is little delay or lag during gameplay. If EA Tiburon can make some tweaks to Heisman Challenges, improve load times, and fix some of the basic presentation glitches, we could be in a for a real champion next year.

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• GRGame Revolution

  Devin Charles · Jul 12, 2012

  8.0

  Whatever helps soothes your football fix, I’m sure NCAA Football 13 has it. The franchise is still great for hardcore enthusiasts and can be shared with beginners. The whole show, plus the production value, is what makes this one a keeper. Not a bad summer title to pick up if you ask me.

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• GIGame Informer

  Matthew Kato · Jul 10, 2012

  8.8

  NCAA games are always different from year to year, but this year’s additions are noticeable improvements. NCAA 13 doesn’t take the kind of giant leap forward that will be noticed by the masses, but it’s an installment that will be built upon and which we will look back at as a key moment in the franchise’s larger history.

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