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The new legends in MLB The Show 16
MLB The Show 16 will have a total of 30 new legends in addition to the 30 that debuted in the series last year. Only 25 of the new ones are available at launch however, with the remaining players being held in secret until unspecified dates in the future. Here's a look at those 25 new legends, their ratings, age, and contract demands for Franchise purposes. Cards for the legends will also be available within Diamond Dynasty. (more…)...
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The Line Drive for March 27
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦MLB The Show 16 can still be ordered at a 20% discount by Amazon Prime members. ♦EA Sports UFC 2 on sale for Amazon Prime members now $42 standard and $52 Deluxe. ♦A look at the six classic stadiums that have returned with MLB The Show 16. ♦Make sure to subscribe to the Hit The Pass Youtube for the latest MLB The Show 16 vids. Ã...
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Both editions of EA Sports UFC 2 already available at a big discount
Though it hasn't even been out for two weeks multiple retailers have already held promotions in which they've dropped the price of EA Sports UFC 2 considerably. Last weekend Best Buy offered the standard edition of the game for $40. Amazon is now matching that same deal and also have the Deluxe Edition for $50. Both are exclusive to Amazon Prime members. These deals represent $20 off the regular price for both editions of the game and are available only for a limited time. Best Buy also n...
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MLB Manager 2016 out now for mobile devices
The mobile version of Out of the Park Baseball has arrived for this year just in time for the start of the season! MLB Manager 2016 is now available to download for both iOS through iTunes and Android from Google Play. The game has an upfront price of $5 rather than going with the free-to-play model, however historical seasons are offered for an additional cost. MLB Manager 2016 features rosters updated for the new season, the same simulation engine found in the Out of the Park Base...
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First day MLB The Show 16 videos
MLB The Show 16 is only a matter of days from release, and with a a copy of the game in-hand I've been live streaming, posting details and screenshots to Twitter, and putting out some gameplay and informational videos. Check out all of those videos so far below. Online servers will not be turned on until Monday so Diamond Dynasty and other online-connected features can not be accessed until then. Look for a full review of the game to post next Tuesday afternoon or early Wednesday. (more&...
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UEFA Euro 2016 content now available in Pro Evolution Soccer 2016
After four releases over a 12 year span with EA Sports, the latest UEFA Euro game comes courtesy of Konami who announced the acquisition of the license last year. Rather than a standalone game, or even paid downloadable content, UEFA Euro 2016 content has been added to Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 as a free update. Unfortunately only 15 of the nations involved in the tournament are officially licensed for the add-on. They are Albania, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Icelan...
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NBA 2K community upset after company fails to live up to promise made on social media
NBA 2K's social media accounts have always toyed with the emotions of the community, whether ignoring legitimate concerns about the products, taking shots at competitors, or pushing promotions that cost them nothing but force engagement ending with only a select few being rewarded. The latest controversy though relates to the a failure to live up to a promise and many are expressing frustration with the treatment they've received on social media. (more…)...
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Only one new rule for next season will affect Madden NFL 17
Last year the NFL instituted a new rule that moved the extra point kicks back to the 15 yard line. It should have made the most boring waste-of-time play in Madden something more interesting and strategic. Unfortunately it wasn't the case as kicking from that distance remained practically automatic in Madden NFL 16. Throughout the NFL season the impact of the change proved significant. Extra points were successful 94% of the time down from 99% the season prior. 71 were missed in the 20...
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