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NCAA Football 09 will unveil the all-new Break Away Animation Engine which allows gamers to break in and out of moves giving the user more direct control as well as instant influence and responsiveness on the field.
Offensive lines will also create bigger holes and create cutback lanes for running backs to utilize.
A new feature being brought back is crowd playing a factor in the game, stadiums will be louder and much more dynamic; allowing user customizable music and reactions to specific actions (breakaways and such).
The field and sidelines will be more realistic than previous games like having much more backup players on the sidelines, cheerleaders, and field degrading during the game. Mascots will also be user influenced after a touchdown.
New college player models, including more than 50 alternate uniforms
New online features are also being implemented; including online dynasties and file sharing (includes roster sharing).
New college specific tackling engine
A refined and improved recruiting system
New post-game presentation and play-by-play
Offline cooperative play with up to four players
The ability to return missed field goals
Bluffed play art to prevent people from looking at your playcalls when sitting next to you
