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NBA 2K16 patch expected later this month; will address broken Pro-Am
With one of the game's major modes not really working the first patch for NBA 2K16 is eagerly awaited.  Finally today 2K Sports commented on the subject after being mute on it since the game came out, stating that a patch is currently in the internal testing stage with expectation it will reach first parties for certification soon. Essentially then a reasonable expectation is two weeks from this point before it will go live on PS4 and Xbox One. That's a long time to wait as Pro-Am w...
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Nearly two weeks have passed and Pro-Am in NBA 2K16 still isn’t working as it should
2K Sports promoted the Pro-Am as a big feature addition for NBA 2K16. As a replacement for the Jordan Rec Center, the feature would allow up to five people to play as a team online against a team of others, with leaderboards and no more "Got Next" waiting around. The team branding would even allow for custom uniforms and arena. Unfortunately we're now on the 13th day since 2K16 released and the Pro-Am still isn't working properly. Games more often than not never start up, with the lobb...
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Xbox One bundles include free NBA 2K16 through October 10
Retailers including Amazon, Gamestop, Best Buy, and Target are running a promotion this week where a free copy of NBA 2K16 is being thrown in with many of the previously available Xbox One bundles. The promotion runs through Saturday. Over at Amazon those Xbox One options include the 1TB Madden NFL 16 Bundle and FIFA 16 Bundle for $399 or the 500GB Gears of War Ultimate Edition Bundle and The LEGO Movie Bundle for $349. NBA 2K16 is added to what's already offered in those pack...
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First patch for FIFA 16 available now on PS4 and PC; soon for Xbox One
The first patch to address community feedback and various issues for FIFA 16 is out now on PlayStation 4 and PC with its arrival on Xbox One expected in the near future. The changes with the update influence on gameplay, Career mode, and Ultimate Team. (more…)...
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Final regular season roster update for MLB 15: The Show
The MLB postseason is ready to begin and today the last roster update from the regular season arrived for MLB 15: The Show. There are several players who will be playing in the postseason that have been affected, including a huge bump for National League Cy Young contender Jake Arrieta after his incredible performance over the second half of the year. Among the players rising significantly in the update are Josh Donaldson (+1 to 96), Jake Arrieta (+4 to 94), Jose Altuve (+1 to 93...
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The Line Drive for October 4
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Check out the latest content created for Sporting News and Hit The Pass:    •O'Bannon ruling complicates potential return of college video games    •NBA 2K16 review: A legend in the making    •NBA Live 16 review: All-in with new online modes    •Discussing the Spike Lee sto...
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Press Row Podcast: NBA 2K16 Review Roundtable
The Press Row Podcast episode for this week has become one of the most anticipated every year now - the full panel discussion on the latest entry in the NBA 2K series. Wide-ranging discussion on NBA 2K16 includes the mixed reaction towards the Spike Lee story mode, improvements to gameplay, changes to controls, arena and uniform creation options, what isn't working still, and some of the most interesting moments with the game thus far. Check out the podcast through iTunes for iOS...
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NBA 2K16 shattering franchise sales records
2K Sports announced today that NBA 2K16 has set a new franchise record with four million copies "sold-in" after just one week of release. That means 2K has shipped four million - a stunning number - but it will take some time before retailers have "sold through" them. Digital sales of 2K16 have doubled compared to 2K15 and the number of online games that have been played have tripled year-over-year. Both are clear indications of the strength of the game's launch. Not only was antici...
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