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Forza Horizon 3 features and first trailer
Out of today's Microsoft E3 press briefing came the official announcement of Forza Horizon 3, the first trailer and in-game footage, and that was followed by a full features list. Forza Horizon 3 is due out for Xbox One and Windows 10 PCs on September 27. With "Xbox Play Anywhere" buying the game on either provides access to it on both platforms. Amazon Prime members can pre-order the game for 20% off. There will be three editions for the game at tiers of $60, $80, and $100. The Ultima...
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Details on improvements made to gameplay in FIFA 17 and new trailer
Much has been made about FIFA 17 moving to the Frostbite engine but what improvements will actually be experienced on the pitch related to gameplay? EA Sports has detailed some of them now including an overhaul to physical play, rewriting of set pieces, an active intelligence system, and new attacking techniques. The big new story mode was announced yesterday - and the latest Press Row Podcast episode features an interview with FIFA 17's creative director and one of the producers ab...
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FIFA 17 will have a cinematic story mode
EA Sports today announced a brand new cinematic-style story experience for FIFA 17. Given that EA began hiring for positions that included a "Narrative Designer" back in 2015 the news doesn't come as a surprise but is very significant as it represents the first time in eight years that the company will be introducing a substantial new way to play in the FIFA series. The mode will be known as "The Journey" and involves starting as a 17-year-old in London who will choose a club in the En...
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Details on June’s big Rocket League update
With everything from new modes that incorporate other sports like basketball and hockey to frequently released additional maps and cosmetic DLC, Rocket League's post-release support has been unprecedented for a sports game. On June 20 yet another major free update is scheduled to release for the game. (more…)...
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E3 2016 Preview
The biggest event of the year for the gaming industry which always delivers new insight into the upcoming crop of sports games is almost here. E3 takes place next week with the big press conferences that precede the event happening on Sunday and Monday. Here’s the lineup for when everything is taking place, what to expect, and where to watch. (more…)...
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Full features list for NHL 17
Back in April EA Sports revealed a few of the major features for NHL 17 such as franchise relocation, the World Cup of Hockey tournament, and uniform/arena creation. Now the publisher has unveiled the entire list of features for the upcoming game including the introduction of Draft Champions and various improvements to gameplay. (more…)...
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First news on FIFA 17 and teaser trailer
EA Play and E3 are right around the corner, with the big EA press briefing taking place on Sunday, but the company has pushed out the first news on FIFA 17 in advance of the event. The game will feature the Frostbite Engine, which has been used to power the Battlefield series and others like Need for Speed, Rory McIlroy PGA Tour, and Star Wars Battlefront. (more…)...
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Review of Dangerous Golf
With fewer sports games than ever before there's an opening for independent developers to have success with creative unlicensed takes on different sports. Dangerous Golf is the latest to enter that space and it comes from the creators of the Burnout series, and borrows the concept behind its popular Crash Mode. Replacing cars with golf balls and hitting into destructive environments sounds like a recipe for success but unfortunately the fun wears off quickly. Whether it's frustratin...
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