Archive for the ‘Original Padre Content’ Category
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The Line Drive for April 15
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. •Current deals: MLB 12: The Show for $50, SSX for $30, MLB 2K12 for under $40. •TGT notes EA may update uniforms in NCAA Football 13 during the season. •Baseball Superstars 2012 has released on Android and iOS with updated rosters. •EA Sports is working on throwback iPhone cases. •The latest UFC Undisputed 3 survey ...
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Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol Giveaway
The semi-regular site giveaways continue with this week a Blu-ray/DVD Combo copy of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, which I found to be one of the best action films in recent years, going to the winner. There are several ways to qualify and each one counts for an entry – so the more you complete the more chances to win. The giveaway is open now and will run through Sunday morning when the winner will be randomly selected and contacted for shipping details. Good luck! (...
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The Line Drive for April 8
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. •Current deals: SSX at $30, Tiger 13 at $50 or $60 for CE, FIFA Street PS3 for $40. •EA Sports has released a trailer for the UEFA EURO 2012 DLC. •95 Perfect Games were pitched on the first two days of the MLB 2K12 contest. •THQ has put out another survey for UFC Undisputed 3 this time for combat feedback. •If interested ...
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New Nike NFL Uniforms Unveiled
This morning Nike rolled out the new NFL uniforms along with showcasing their on-field accessories and other merchandise. Most teams received no apparent alterations to their uniform designs - instead the changes come with the materials and of course the presence of the Nike 'swoosh'. The Seahawks however revealed a radical redesign which is like nothing else in the league. Check out a full gallery of Seahawks images and profiles of all the NFL teams. Anticipation now turns to seeing t...
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The Line Drive for April 1
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. •Though not unexpected a Vita version of Madden NFL 13 is confirmed. •The EA Sports Bar at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas has opened. •Tiger Woods 13 is being offered free with the purchase of an Xbox 360. •Sale at Best Buy has SSX for just $30. Amazon now offering the same (360 - PS3). •The iOS version of NBA 2K12 has rec...
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First 2012 NFL Mock Draft
This first NFL Mock Draft is primarily based on team need and their draft tendencies while taking into account current player perceptions and some personal evaluations. It'll be refined in future mocks and later in April will expand to two rounds. (more…)...
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EA Sports Has Already Botched the Handling of NBA Live’s Return
Having become the underdog after years of eroding the fan base with sub-par releases and the aborted attempt at a reboot EA Sports is attempting a comeback with NBA Live 13. It will be an uphill battle to reestablish credibility and grow sales - one that really can't afford blunders along the way. Despite that they've already made one warranting serious criticism. (more…)...
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Pastapadre Turns Five!
Today marks the fifth anniversary of Pastapadre launching! It's been a fascinating journey that began with very little in the way of expectations but has constantly surprised with the site's rapid and continued growth and increased influence. What started as a side-project while contributing at the now defunct SportsGamer quickly became a passion. Being able to operate independently of restraints and outside pressure have been the key - allowing for proper analysis that takes into conside...
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