Archive for the ‘Original Padre Content’ Category
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Press Row Podcast: Microtransaction Mania
2K Sports is facing criticism from all sides over the aggressive implementation of Virtual Currency within NBA 2K18. VC is nothing new to the popular basketball franchise however, so why has this become such a story now that mainstream gaming media, Youtube personalities, and consumers are all making their voices heard on the matter? We discuss the circumstances specific to the NBA 2K series that has allowed the situation to blow up, and the necessary pursuit of digital revenue for publisher...
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The Line Drive for September 24
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Latest podcast discussed which is the game to get between NBA 2K18 & NBA Live 18. ♦This week's Press Row Podcast on NBA 2K18/NBA Live 18 is also now on Youtube. ♦Two options to play FIFA 18 early available through EA Access trial and free demo. ♦EA Access subscribers get free exclusive kits for use in FIFA 18 Ultimate Team. ...
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Press Row Podcast: Roundball Review Roundtable
NBA 2K18 and NBA Live 18 came upon their respective releases having traveled dramatically different paths to get there. NBA 2K has grown into the second biggest sports game in the world and is guaranteed to be a smash hit now annually. NBA Live is simply trying to recapture some credibility after eight years defined more by its cancellations than even its sub-par editions. In this episode of the Press Row Podcast both games are examined closely, with areas such as accessibility, gameplay,...
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The Line Drive for September 17
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Check out the Nike "Statement" unis for all 30 teams as seen in NBA 2K18. ♦2K has created a support page dedicated to missing MyPlayers with NBA 2K18. ♦2K is planning to patch the disappointing CAP system in NBA 2K18 this fall. ♦Reviews published for NBA Live 18 and NHL 18 on Sporting News last week. ♦NBA 2K18 (early in th...
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NBA 2K18 Giveaway
With the avalanche of sports games now upon us here is the first opportunity to win a copy of one of the year's most anticipated games. Retweet the tweet below be a follower of the @pastapadre account on Twitter to be eligible to win a copy of NBA 2K18! The winner drawn at random late Wednesday night will get to select platform of choice between PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Giving away a copy of #NBA2K18 - RT/Follow to be entered for a chance at it! Winner will be drawn a...
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The Line Drive for September 10
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦EA Sports is in the process of revealing the top 100 rated players for FIFA 18. ♦Best Buy is giving a $10 bonus towards FIFA 18 when trading in FIFA 17. ♦Reviews coming soon for NBA Live 18 and NHL 18, followed by NBA 2K18 and PES 2018. ♦First NBA 2K18 giveaway will open Monday on Twitter winner drawn Wed night. ♦The...
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Press Row Podcast: Trial Period
With limited-time trials available to play for NBA Live 18, NHL 18, and NBA 2K18, this episode of the Press Row Podcast covers first impressions of the three games which all have drastically different circumstances surrounding their release. Live desperately needs to recapture some credibility, NHL is stable but looking to generate new sales to casual consumers, and 2K18 is guaranteed to be a smash hit but is getting fans started early on their careers. Check out the podcast through iTune...
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The Line Drive for September 3
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦Breaking down the top rated players ranked by position for NBA 2K18. ♦Latest Press Row Podcast w/Madden Longshot interview now also on Youtube. ♦You can still sign up to receive free MUT legends through Twitch Prime. ♦Details on what's new with the latest patch of the demo for NBA Live 18. ♦What to know about Ultimate Team...
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