Okay, so, I wanted to get fancy in Madden 24 and really get the hang of showboating. I’d seen some videos online, and it looked pretty cool, so I decided to give it a shot myself. Let me tell you, it wasn’t as easy as those guys made it look.
Getting Started
First things first, I loaded up the game and went straight into a practice match. I figured I should probably get the basics down before trying to showboat in an actual game and embarrass myself. I picked my favorite team, and off I went.
The Controls
The controls are pretty straightforward once you know them. You gotta hold down LT + RT + A on Xbox. If you are on PlayStation, it’s L2 + R2 + X. I spent a good chunk of time just running around, trying to get the hang of pressing these buttons together at the right time. My players were doing some weird stuff, I kept fumbling, or just running normally. It was a bit of a mess, to be honest.
Practice Makes Perfect
After a lot of trial and error, I finally started to get it. The trick, I realized, is to make sure you’re not too close to the defenders. You need some space to actually pull off the showboat without getting tackled. I practiced running into the end zone from different distances, trying to trigger the animation at the right moment. It took a while, but eventually, I got the timing down.
Different Showboats
I noticed that the showboating wasn’t always the same. Sometimes my player would do a little dance, other times they’d point to the sky or do some other cool move. It seemed random at first, but then I realized that the type of showboat depended on how far I was from the end zone when I started it. That was a neat little detail I hadn’t seen mentioned in the videos.
Taking It to the Game
Once I felt confident enough, I decided to try it out in a real game. My first attempt was a disaster. I got too excited, started showboating way too early, and got promptly tackled. It was pretty embarrassing, but I learned my lesson. The next time, I waited until I was closer to the end zone, held down the buttons, and bam! My player did a smooth showboat across the line. It felt awesome!
Final Thoughts
Showboating in Madden 24 is definitely fun, but it takes some practice. Don’t expect to nail it on your first try. Learn the controls, get the timing right, and make sure you have enough space to avoid getting tackled. It’s all about timing and practice. Once you get it down, it’s a great way to add some flair to your touchdowns. Just don’t get too cocky like I did, or you’ll end up face-down on the field. Trust me, I know from experience. I recorded a couple of my successful attempts and shared them on my social media. It’s pretty satisfying to see those showboats in action!
- Key Takeaways:
- Hold LT + RT + A (Xbox) or L2 + R2 + X (PlayStation)
- Make sure you have enough space.
- Practice the timing to avoid getting tackled.
- Enjoy the different types of showboats!
