Madden 23is the latest in a long line of sports sim games and by far the most realistic one to date. Those hoping to master the game are going to have to get to grips with all of the game’s mechanics, which means learning how to intercept the ball.
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When the opponent hasthe best quarterbacksin the entire NFL, interception is a must. Buthow does the interception work inMadden 23? With all the new changes to the gameplay, even veteranMaddenplayers might need a helping hand.
How to Intercept Passes in Madden 23
Interception is the act of stealing the ball in the air. To perform that inMadden 23, players should hold the LT button to strafe toward the ball and then press the Y button. To do the same on PlayStation, they’ll need to strafe with the L2 button and catch the ball with Triangle.
BeginnerMaddenplayerscan intercept without strafing. For that, they can simply hold the catch button (Y on Xbox, Triangle on PlayStation). This triggers an automatic interception with the closest Lurker to the ball. However, it’s not as accurate as the manual pick.
The key to successful interception inMadden 23is positioning. Players should ensure that the defender is aligned with the direction of the pass by following the reticle on the ground. They shouldn’t get too close to the reticle though, as doing so will alarm the opponent and take away the turnover chance.
What to Do When Interception Seems Unfeasible
Interception aside, there are two other pass breakup options inMadden 23: deflect and tackle. So, when a turnover looks impossible, players should instead go for deflection or tackling. Here’s how:
The Best Settings and Formations for Interception
For a higher interception chance, players can go to the Coach Adjustments and set Cornerback Matchups to “By Overall.” This reduces the possibility of missed passes through a stat-based matchup.
As for the formation, players will want to go with a lineup that covers the opponent’s quarterbacks and receivers. If the opponent has three QBs, they should choose a Nickel formation. If they have four or more receivers, players should instead pick the Dime or Dollar formation.
Also, when in the defensive line, players may want to think about adjustingthe linebackers and cornerbacksfor the interception by pressing left on the D-pad.
Madden NFL 23is available now for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
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