Madden NFL 24 introduces an upgrade to our passing system. New Jump and Dive passes for players like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen to improvise when they need to get a clear passing lane.
We added more no-look pass animations. On top of that, we’ve improved our pass animation system for better visuals and targeting. We’ve also done more work with our pass accuracy percentages to reflect real NFL accuracy rates.
We’ve modified the placement of slightly inaccurate passes so they aren’t so far out of range and have a chance to be catchable with dives or tough catches.
Dev Tip: While rare, the dive pass can lead to exciting moments for top tier stars like Patrick Mahomes.
Players can attempt a dive pass when rolling out to the sideline and throwing short passes with a defender closely trailing (we made this update based on Beta Feedback). Our team is able to tweak and tailor these throws to ensure they only happen in proper situations. Jump passes happen when standing in the pocket and throwing short with a defender in front of you.
Catching Improvements:
Madden NFL 24 introduces a revamped catching system with hundreds of new animations designed to significantly reduce the frequency of missed catches and improve on areas like maintaining speed and momentum when catching the ball.
This year, players will be able to hit a receiver in stride and maintain speed; more easily catch and get open across the middle; get the appropriate catch on a curl; or check down to a running back in the flats to get upfield faster.
Dive catches are back in full force so you can see players lay out for the ball when they can’t otherwise make the catch. Dev Tip: The best way to see dive catches in action is with Free Form passing and leading the receiver to the border or just outside of the ellipse.
Dev Tip: The best way to see dive catches in action is with Free Form passing and leading the receiver to the border or just outside of the ellipse.