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First Roster Update Available Now for Next-Gen NBA 2K14
The Xbox One and PS4 versions of NBA 2K14 suffered through a stretch in which they utilized a roster that was nearly two months old. That has finally come to an end as the first roster update has arrived for the new systems. A new update has also been released for 360 and PS3. Changes include injuries being reflected for players such as Derrick Rose and Rajon Rondo (plus Kobe Bryant who wasn't injured in the base roster), Chris Paul moving up a point to 94 overall, Kevin Garnett going up ...
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How Have The Next-Gen Sports Games Lived Up To Your Expectations?
The arrival of the new generation of systems has been accompanied by a strong lineup of sports games. While Madden NFL 25 and FIFA 14 have attempted to transfer over complete feature sets while enhancing gameplay and atmosphere, NBA 2K14 went the route of revamping its franchise and career modes while impressing even more with its visuals. (more…)...
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Cast Announced for Upcoming Warcraft Movie
Universal Pictures has announced the cast for the upcoming fantasy film Warcraft. The movie is based on the hugely successful massively-multiplayer roleplaying PC game. The cast will feature Ben Foster, Travis Fimmel, Paula Patton, Toby Kebbell, Rob Kazinsky and Dominic Cooper. Production on the film will begin in January. The story will center on the first conflicts between the Orcs and humans. Warcraft is being directed by Duncan Jones (Source Code, Moon) with a script written by ...
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Trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The first trailer has arrived for The Amazing Spider-Man 2. The film returns Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker, Emma Stone as Gwen Stacy, and director Marc Webb. New villains are played by Jamie Foxx (Electro) and Paul Giamatti (The Rhino). The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is slated to release on May 2, 2014. It’s great to be Spider-Man (Andrew Garfield). For Peter Parker, there’s no feeling quite like swinging between skyscrapers, embracing being the hero, and spending time with Gwe...
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Gal Gadot Cast as Wonder Woman in Batman vs Superman
Earlier rumored to be included in the sequel to Man of Steel, which does not have an official title but is currently being referred to as Batman vs Superman, it is now confirmed that Wonder Woman will make an appearance. Gal Gadot (Fast & Furious 4/5/6) has been cast in the role. Director Zack Snyder with the announcement: "Wonder Woman is arguably one of the most powerful female characters of all time and a fan favorite in the DC Universe. Not only is Gal an amazing actress, but she al...
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Madden NFL 25 CoachGlass Still Not Functioning and Causes Game to Freeze
One of the new features being introduced in Madden NFL 25 - exclusive to the Xbox One this year - is the Microsoft SmartGlass functionality known as CoachGlass. It was marketed as such a big deal that EA Sports even held an event with games and tech media to show it off. As mentioned in the earlier article on differences between the One and PS4 versions of the game however the feature was broken at release and now nearly two weeks later it still remains so and should be completely avoided...
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Severe Issues Continue to Plague Next-Gen NBA 2K14 Even After First Patch
The instances of NBA 2K14 crashing on PS4 and Xbox One reported originally last week have continued, and seemingly even amplified, following the patch that released yesterday. While consumers have experienced crashes when playing games and in a variety of modes where the majority seem to be occurring are within MyCareer mode. For many the mode - which is often cited by 2K Sports as being the most played and arguably represents the biggest selling point of the product - flat out does not w...
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Xbox One Release Special Press Row Hangout Now in Podcast Form
The recent Press Row Hangout discussing first day experiences with the system, along with a segment from this week's show reflecting on the console's release after the passing of over a week, have been combined and made available as a podcast! In addition to all the thoughts on the Xbox One are impressions on how the sports games differ vs the PS4. Check out the podcast through iTunes, on Android with the Stitcher app, or in the streaming player below. As always leave any feedback o...
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