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Black Friday 2010 Deals
I've gone ahead and put together listings of Black Friday sales that relate to sports games. Some of the deals don't seem all that great at first glance, but considering that many of the titles in question incorporate the "Online Pass" it can end up being a savings over buying used and tacking on the $10 online functionality charge. Those looking for many specific or a wide variety of sports games will find Best Buy and Walmart the places to go. NCAA Football 11, NHL 11, FIFA 11, and EA Spo...
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Remaining October Sales Results
Having already detailed the doubling in sales that the NBA 2K series received with 2K11 and the drop-off that Madden 11 is now experiencing that leaves a handful of other titles and their sales to still discuss. It is largely disappointing news even when considering some of the following games didn't have huge expectations to begin with. (more…)...
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The 2010 VGA Nominations
The nominees for the 2010 Spike Video Game Awards were recently announced. Though the VGAs are not really taken all that seriously by gamers they are the awards that get the most publicity due to the show airing on cable channel Spike along with heavy promotion and upcoming game trailer reveals. This year's takes place on Saturday December 11th at 8ET/5PT and the voting can be done from the official website. In past years the VGAs have really whiffed on sports titles, nominating the usual s...
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Kinect Sports Impressions
While my overall thoughts on the Kinect system have been surprisingly positive, when it comes to software there have been some very good games that take advantage of the technology and some disappointing ones. Kinect Sports quickly became my favorite game and over the last two weeks that feeling has not worn off. There are a couple very fun and addictive sports included along with a deep set of features including online play and Facebook tie-in "leagues". (more…)...
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Fight Night Champion Trailer
Yesterday it was discovered that Fight Night Champion will be the first M rated title from EA Sports along with some news on features. They have since revealed the first trailer which includes actual game footage but as expected no glimpses of gameplay. It is intended primarily to introduce the story element of Fight Night Champion. The trailer also reveals a release date of March 1st however that could end up changing as it is a curious decision to say the least to push it out on the same ...
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Fight Night Champion: First M Rated Title Ever from EA Sports
Fight Night Champion will be the first ever "Rated M" title developed by EA Sports. That explicit nature and brutality will be represented not just through bloody fights but also with what is being described as mature content found in the "lifestyle and culture of boxing". This news could be encouraging or worrisome depending on how it's looked at. The game will also include improved punch controls and one-punch knockouts, physics-based gameplay, and expanded online play modes. Continue on ...
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FIFA 11 Patch Details
A comprehensive patch for FIFA 11 is nearing release, with the PS3 slated to receive it on Friday November 12th while the Xbox 360 will be getting it on Wednesday November 17th. This patch largely takes into consideration community feedback and addresses some issues the game has been facing since it launched in late September. Continue on for a look at what has been worked on for this patch as it applies to various areas of the game. As always leave your thoughts in the comments! (more&hel...
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Madden to Launch with Nintendo 3DS
Madden NFL will be one of the launch titles for the new Nintendo 3DS. Madden on the 3DS will borrow some features from the different versions of Madden already available. It takes from the HD versions GameFlow play calling, offers some of what the Wii version provided with "Call Your Shots" and 5-on-5 mode, and uses a slo-mo feature in certain moments similar to the mobile version. The Nintendo 3DS is expected to release in March 2011. Madden NFL Football will offer a comprehensive handheld...
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