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The Line Drive for November 4
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. •With Black Friday approaching no deals right now are worth pouncing on. •You can still get in on Halo 4 with bonus $10 Instant Video credit at Amazon. •The mobile version of NBA 2K13 (be warned of issues) is currently on sale for $5. •No response from EA Sports on when more uniforms will be added in NCAA Football 13. •Blog...
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DVD/Blu-ray for Week of November 6
The Amazing Spider-Man The Amazing Spider-Man is the story of Peter Parker, an outcast high schooler who was abandoned by his parents as a boy, leaving him to be raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Like most teenagers, Peter is trying to figure out who he is and how he got to be the person he is today. Peter is also finding his way with his first high school crush, Gwen Stacy, and together, they struggle with love, commitment, and secrets. As Peter discovers a mysterious briefcase that be...
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Review: Flight
In his first return to live-action since Cast Away in 2000 director Robert Zemeckis tackles a dramatic circumstance of a pilot (played by Denzel Washington) who crash lands a plane and then is put under the spotlight for his state of mind during the incident in Flight. It's a film that has some great performances, an incredibly vivid and tense crash sequence, but is plagued by some heavy-handedness when it comes to the faults of the pilot in question. There is an interesting dilemma as a ...
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Trailer for Despicable Me 2
The first theatrical trailer has arrived for Despicable Me 2. The sequel to the hit 2010 film returns the voice of Steve Carell and is slated to release on July 3, 2013. Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment’s worldwide blockbuster, Despicable Me, delighted audiences around the globe in 2010, grossing more than $540 million and becoming the 10th-biggest animated motion picture in U.S. history. In Summer 2013, get ready for more minion madness in Despicable Me 2. Chris Mel...
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Another Patch for FIFA 13 Coming Soon
On the heels of an extensive patch for FIFA 13 that released less than two weeks ago EA Sports has announced yet another update is expected to roll out soon. The patch has already released for the PC and is currently in the testing phase for the 360 and PS3. Continue on for a look at what will be addressed in the upcoming patch. (more…)...
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NBA 2K13 Adds Daily Pick’em for VC
The system of currency known as VC throughout NBA 2K13 is widely perceived to be the worst aspect of the game this year as it afflicts every mode and alters the way an individual might typically choose to play. There is no getting around that though so it's worth looking at the ways to supplement VC earnings and so far they have included the Facebook and mobile extensions that tie into MyCareer and MyTeam. Now with the start of the season comes an additional way to earn some extra VC. ...
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Another Roster Update for NBA 2K13; Issues Remain Including Lots of Missing Players
Another roster update released earlier today for NBA 2K13 which has led to even more consumer frustration and disappointment considering how severely lacking they have been. This update moved Eddy Curry from free agency to the Mavericks, fixed a few jersey numbers, and that is about all that was done. There are still nearly 30 players that remain inexcusably absent. In addition to the missing players there are many others that are sitting in free agency and should be on teams, players on ...
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Madden NFL 13 Roster Update #10 Details
The roster update following week eight of the season for Madden NFL 13 is scheduled to be out by Saturday morning for both the Xbox 360 and PS3. The update lands Carl Nicks, Jon Beason, Nate Burleson, Ras-I Dowling, and Chris Cook on the IR and also includes some new contracts. The trade of Mike Thomas to the Lions has been completed and Leonard Hankerson has been saddled with the "Drops Open Passes" trait. Tom Brady is back up to the pinnacle of 99 overall while DeMarcus Ware has dropped...
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