Archive for the ‘Basketball’ Category
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Additional DLC Options for NBA 2K13 Include Spanish Commentary
With the release of NBA 2K13 today content was added for the game on the Xbox 360 and PS3 and there are a couple of new arrivals that previously had not been discussed. It was already known that "VC" (the unit of currency for building MyPlayers and MyTeams) could be purchased. However there are additional options available to choose from now as well. The most interesting of the bunch is a Spanish broadcast team featuring Antoni Daimiel and Sixto Miguel Serrano from Canal+ along with Jo...
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A Look at Online Association Commissioner Options in NBA 2K13
Though Association has faded into the background as 2K Sports pushes advancements with other modes it was going to be absolutely necessary to at least make Online Association, introduced in 2K12 but in a practically unusable state, functional at a minimum for 2K13. Improvements include the ability to reset game results, adjust sliders, sim games with a team predetermined as a winner, and pause the league's advancement clock. Continue on to check out a video of a user flipping through Onli...
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Variety of NBA 2K13 Gameplay Videos
Though 2K Sports was much more aggressive in releasing information on NBA 2K13 than they have been with the series in the past one area that wasn't as active was the display of unedited gameplay footage. With 2K13 out in the wild a large number of videos have started to surface. Continue on for a sampling of standard games as well as the Dream Team, MyPlayer Blacktop mode online, All-Star Weekend content, and more! (more…)...
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NBA 2K13 Releasing from Position of Strength
NBA 2K13 is hoping to deliver on high-profile flashy new features along with core gameplay improvements when it releases tomorrow. Some areas (like online play and Association mode) took a backseat to MyCareer, MyTeam (Ultimate Team clone), and Jay-Z inspired presentation touches. Though there may be some frustrated with those decisions it is undeniable that what 2K is doing with the series has resonated with the masses. Whether that will be enough to continue to grow the series in sales wil...
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NBA 2K13 Association Mode Details
For the second straight year Association mode in NBA 2K has taken a back seat to other initiatives. With NBA 2K13 the focus has shifted to developing MyTeam mode while continuing to build on MyCareer (previously known as MyPlayer). The reasoning for lack of advancement back with 2K12 related to incorporating Online Association so a number of additions couldn't be implemented at the same time...unfortunately OA was tragically flawed making that trade-off a bust. This year however it appears p...
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Complete List of the Signature Skills Held by Players in NBA 2K13
One of the new features for NBA 2K13 is "Signature Skills" - similar to what Madden first incorporated with "Player Traits" - which are designed to differentiate players beyond just their base ratings. Check out all the details on the 31 Signature Skills here. With 2K13 out in the wild rosters have shown up including looks at what Signature Skills each player possesses. Credit for putting the list together goes to user "mymannemcee" over at OS. There are 11 players that have the max of 5 ...
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NBA Live 13 Officially Cancelled
It's been a tumultuous summer for the return of the NBA Live series which, early on, actually looked somewhat promising. Things began to crumble though with a sham of a promotion for a community event, a horrible showing at E3, EA Sports going into hiding despite rumblings of trouble and various rumors, and leaked footage that showed the game in a poor light. The game was recently "delayed" though cancellation looked to be the most likely outcome. The final nail in the coffin was likel...
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First Microtransactions Listed for NBA 2K13
When 2K Sports crafted MyTeam mode, which is essentially an Ultimate Team clone, there was no question the motivations behind doing so. The company has been slow to implement sustained digital revenue streams and previous attempts at DLC (Draft Combine, Legends Showcase) were poorly planned and ultimately unsuccessful ventures. They're hoping that changes this year with features integrated in such a manner that the motivation and consumer interest will be there to support them with additiona...
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