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Details on the third post-release patch for Madden NFL 19
Madden NFL 19 has now been out for nearly two months and today the third substantial patch for the game went live on all platforms. The first update for Madden NFL 19 was based on beta feedback and included a major change to the Hit Stick while the second one had numerous improvements for Franchise Mode and a number of gameplay adjustments. This third post-release patch is heavy on various gameplay and visual improvements. Among them are new equipment options, new player and team celebrat...
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The Line Drive for September 30
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Reviewing the two great options for soccer fans with FIFA 19 and PES 2019. ♦A look at how Metacritic scores have trended for annual sports games this gen. ♦Forza Horizon 4 has opened with spectacular reviews standing at 92 on Metacritic. ♦The lawsuit against 2K Sports/Take Two over tattoos in NBA 2K is still alive. ♦Develo...
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Press Row Podcast: From the sidelines to the big leagues – NBA 2K19 and Madden NFL 19
It’s a special episode of the Press Row Podcast this week, featuring interviews with two influential and important people with similar tales of moving from the sports gaming community to the sports gaming development world. Joining Rich Grisham first is Markus Frieske, who describes how he scouts for great creator talent, the reasons behind what he does, and how he moved from a contributor in the community to a highly influential creative supporter at EA. Next is our great frien...
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Details on a new patch for NBA 2K19
An update has arrived for NBA 2K19 acting as the first patch of considerable substance post-release. Included are primarily fixes within a variety of modes rather than additions or improvements. All fixes will apply without having to restart any current saves. (more…)...
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Madden NFL 19 roster update details following week three of the season
The roster update for Madden NFL 19 featuring ratings changes based on regular season performance through three weeks has gone live to download all systems. For the first time players near the top of the scale are seeing significant movement. Khalil Mack is up to 98 and Earl Thomas to 97, while Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady have both dropped. Other notables on the move this week include Harrison Smith (-1 to 96), Calais Campbell (+1 to 94), Michael Thomas (+1 to 93), A.J. Bouye (-1 to 93), ...
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Recent Reviews: FIFA 19, PES 2019, NBA 2K19, NBA Live 19
The contraction of the sports video game genre within the last 10+ years has reduced the sports with competition down to only a few, and one of those has barely just hung on and isn't at all competitive. With that in mind, in soccer and basketball there are multiple options to consider spending money on, but consumers may already have pre-conceived notions of which they should choose while others may be up into the air as to a decision. Battling on the pitch is FIFA 19 and Pro Evolution S...
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NBA Playgrounds sequel getting closed beta
Over four months have passed since NBA Playgrounds 2 was set to release but now its eventual arrival is quickly nearing. Details on the specific improvements and changes for the sequel to last year's game have been few but the release date was recently announced for October 16 along with some roster news and a higher price. An opportunity to play the game is actually now only a few days away however. A closed beta for NBA 2K Playgrounds 2 is set to begin on Friday and run through the week...
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The Line Drive for September 23
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Madden NFL 19 had its best August launch month in sales numbers since 2010. ♦Means little though since Madden 11 (2010) was when they last released in early Aug. ♦The retail Dynasty Edition of Mutant Football League will release in time for Halloween. ♦Opening up giveaway for FIFA 19 on PS4 through pastapadre Twitter on...
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