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Madden NFL 13 Complete RB Ratings
EA Sports has followed up on releasing the top 10 overall rated running backs by rolling out the ratings for the entirety of the league today. Though they didn’t crack the top 10 Michael Turner, Darren McFadden, Marshawn Lynch, and Chris Johnson are right on the cusp of doing so. Rookies include Trent Richardson at 83 overall, Doug Martin at 76, and David Wilson at 74. Continue on for a look at all the default ratings for both halfbacks and fullbacks in Madden NFL 13 including thei...
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NBA 2K13 Changes Up Controls; First Gameplay Details, Screenshots, and Video
2K Sports today started to reveal details regarding gameplay improvements for NBA 2K13. Earlier discussion regarding long overdue changes to controls has held true as the right analog has now been turned into the control stick. Holding the left trigger will turn the right analog back into the shot stick for those who choose to shoot in that manner. The game also will have improved passing with crisper tosses and better accuracy to the player the user intended receive the ball - includi...
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Dwight Howard On Brink of Joining Lakers in Huge Four Team Deal
The Dwight Howard drama appears to finally be coming to an end as reports are that the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Denver Nuggets have agreed to a deal which the league will be reviewing Friday morning. The trade will land Howard in LA, Andre Iguodala in Denver, and Andrew Bynum and Jason Richardson in Philly. The Magic will receive Arron Afflalo, Al Harrington, Moe Harkless, and one future first round pick from each of the other three teams. Orlando also ge...
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NCAA Football 13 Tops July In Sales But Concerns Arise Due to Decline
For the previous two iterations of the NCAA Football series EA Sports was quick to come out and announce sales increases in their respective opening weeks. The silence this year was just one indication that NCAA Football 13 was struggling to keep up the pace and in fact was dealing with a significant drop in sales. (more…)...
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FIFA 13 Skill Games On Display in New Video
FIFA 13 introduces a new mode known as "Skill Games" and today EA Sports released a video spotlighting what are essentially mini-games intended to help improve abilities like shooting, passing, and dribbling while tracking scores and comparing to those turned in by friends. Learn or master the fundamental skills necessary to compete at FIFA 13 in a competitive and addictive new mode. Become a better player, faster, no matter what your skill level. Compete against yourself or friends in 32 m...
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Latest NHL 13 Videos Spotlight Defensive Gameplay and Presentation
EA Sports recently released two videos for NHL 13 which focus in on defensive gameplay and the overhaul to presentation. These looks at NHL 13 follow up the first extended gameplay video along with more details on GM Connected mode as well as Be a Pro and EASHL that have come in just the last couple weeks of promotion for the game. Improvements to the way defenses play go beyond just "Hockey IQ" and include the impact of body positioning, more effective poke checks, the ability for the...
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Giveaway: Madden NFL 13
The semi-regular site giveaways continue with a second of three planned opportunities to win Madden NFL 13 for either the Xbox 360 or PS3! Another giveaway for Madden will follow soon after the completion of this one. The post has been bumped as a reminder to get any entries in for those who haven't yet! For those who don’t win make sure to consider the deal at Amazon which includes a $15 promo credit towards a future purchase. Buying though the links (360 – PS3) helps...
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Your Thoughts on Jay-Z’s Extensive Involvement with NBA 2K13
Last week 2K Sports revealed that Jay-Z would be "executive producer" of NBA 2K13. What his role entails is selection of the soundtrack and influence on the general look of the game including elements such as menus and intro videos. Immediate response to the announcement was notably mixed. Had 2K not declared it to be the biggest news in their history beforehand it probably would have generated a better response from fans of the series. As far as marketing goes Jay-Z has incredible reach ...
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