Joystiq has posted some hands-on impressions of Backbreaker. They seem to like the game but make a big deal (bigger than is probably necessary) of the fact that it doesn't have an NFL license.
It's not just the animation that makes Backbreaker look so sharp. The visual fidelity is impressive, unquestionably besting every other football game of this generation thus far. However, while the engine is able to render some spectacular lighting, and hi-poly character models, it has a very "clean" look, one that makes players look like plastic toys. While some may prefer a "gritty" look, I think the style gives Backbreaker a distinct aesthetic and looks even more impressive in motion. |
