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  • PS4 Pro support for PES 2017 pushed back but content update goes out next week
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    Posted November 16th, 2016 at 5:30 pm 3 Comments »
    While NBA 2K17 and FIFA 17 supported the new PS4 Pro and its capability to enhance the visuals and framerates of games at launch, Konami had announced plans to follow later this month with an update for Pro Evolution Soccer 2017. The company has since announced a delay for that particular patch and a target now of mid-December. The update for November was to include other additions and that will still be releasing as scheduled. Expected to go out next week on PS4 and XB1, the patch wil...
  • Details on the second patch for FIFA 17
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    Posted November 16th, 2016 at 10:15 am No Comments »
    A second patch has just gone out for FIFA 17 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. While the first update to the game delivered a number of gameplay and presentation improvements, this one isn't as substantial, though it does attempt to fix some minor issues and adds in several new languages for the story mode.   (more…)...
  • Madden NFL 17 has its commentary update from regular season week 10
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    Posted November 15th, 2016 at 2:45 pm 3 Comments »
    The 13th commentary update for Madden NFL 17 has gone out with the broadcast team of Brandon Gaudin and Charles Davis reflecting on the events that took place and storylines that emerged from week 10 of the season. Madden will be receiving these real-world commentary updates regularly throughout the year which apply to Play Now and Online games. The duo is also recording additional audio for modes like Franchise and Ultimate Team. Another commentary update is out in Madden NFL 17. Here'...
  • Start Today feature proving a worthwhile addition to MyLeague in NBA 2K17
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    Posted November 14th, 2016 at 4:15 pm 22 Comments »
    As the season progresses the usefullness of the new 'Start Today' feature introduced for MyLeague in NBA 2K17 will continue to grow. The option allows for users to begin their season with up-to-date standings and statistics. Now two weeks into the season teams have anywhere from 8 to 11 games played, and some gamers may wish to jump on the bandwagon of those with hot starts or look to turn things around for those that have disappointed thus far. In examining the accuracy of the feature it...
  • Madden NFL 17 Pre-Black Friday Deal
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    Posted November 14th, 2016 at 6:30 am 8 Comments »
    Madden NFL 17 is currently available for $30 through Amazon Prime for both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. With Black Friday nearing (Nov 25) it's a great opportunity to secure it for about the same price it'll be found then without having to worry about crowds or supply running out online. [Update] Supply of both versions at that price have now been run through. Madden, NBA 2K17, FIFA 17 and others will be $27-30 on Black Friday....
  • The Line Drive for November 13
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    Posted November 13th, 2016 at 2:15 pm 10 Comments »
    The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦The biggest movers in player ratings through midseason in Madden NFL 17. ♦Details on the new Most Beard promotion in Madden NFL 17 Ultimate Team. ♦Muthead breaks down the other new content of the week in Madden Ultimate Team. ♦Video from Zan looks at the WR Swerve exploit which was discussed in latest podcast. ♦2K Sports u...
  • Press Row Podcast: eSports Growing Pains
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    Posted November 12th, 2016 at 1:45 pm 1 Comment »
    While it’s uphill battle for sports games in the world of eSports the likes of EA Sports and 2K Sports are dedicated to carving out a place for their franchises in the lucrative competitive arena. The games are battling the actual real-life sporting broadcasts for interest from viewers, while also struggling to prove a compelling watch when they often fail to look like the sports they are supposed to represent due to the way they are being played. Madden NFL 17‘s first compet...
  • World Series Champion Cubs celebrated with new Diamond Dynasty content
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    Posted November 11th, 2016 at 12:00 pm 2 Comments »
    The season may be over but support for Diamond Dynasty mode in MLB The Show 16 continues. Today a new Chicago Cubs Champions Pack and missions tied to a trio of new flashback cards were added. Obtaining the three new flashbacks and completing statistical tasks will unlock Prime Matt Garza. Andrew Cashner (Rookie Flashback) needs to accrue 10 strikeouts, Marlon Byrd (Prime Flashback) must get 5 hits, and Darwin Barney (Prime Flashback) requires 10 fielding assists. Currently on...