Press Row Hangout: Episode 17
A panel of four featuring myself, Rich Grisham (GamesRadar), Owen Good (Kotaku), and Mike Suszek (Joystiq) discuss the latest in sports gaming and GTAV in this week's Press Row Hangout. Topics touched on include FIFA 14, PES 2014, NBA 2K14, NBA Live 14, and Andrew Wilson being named EA's CEO.
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Giveaway: NBA 2K14
The semi-regular site giveaways continue with an opportunity to win NBA 2K14 on 360 or PS3! This post has been temporarily "stickied" to the top for those who missed it when it was originally published. Winner to be drawn tonight.
There are several ways to qualify and each one counts for entries so the more you complete the more chances to win. The giveaway is open now and will run through September 26 when the winner will be randomly selected and contacted for delivery details. ...
The Line Drive for September 15
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings.
♦The significant deal on Madden NFL 25 is back but w/ pricier accompanying item.
♦The Ultimate Team web app for FIFA 14 went live today.
♦Tutorial video shows off how to do the new player celebrations in FIFA 14.
♦EA Sports released the 20 strongest players and best free kick takers in FIFA 14.
♦FIFA Soccer Blog released th...
Press Row Podcast: Episode 43
In this edition of the Press Row Podcast the panel discusses the battle between FIFA and PES, the poor sales numbers for Madden NFL 25 and possible struggles that may foretell for NBA 2K14, more thoughts on NHL 14, and a number of listener questions are handled.
Check out the podcast through iTunes, on Android with the Stitcher app, or in the streaming player below. As always leave any feedback on the show or topics to discuss for future podcasts and hangouts in the comm...
Former Creative Director Talks About His Time Leading The Madden NFL Series and Feelings On The Current Product
A recent special Press Row Podcast featured Rich Grisham interviewing two intriguing guests - Gus Ramsey of ESPN and former Madden NFL creative director (10-12) Ian Cummings. For anyone with interest in the inner-workings of Madden development the segment with Ian, which begins at the 49 minute mark, makes for an especially enlightening listen. (more…)...
The Line Drive for September 8
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings.
♦Look for FIFA 14 and NBA 2K14 giveaways to begin within the next two weeks.
♦Next-gen Madden NFL 25 will be able to import draft classes from NCAA Football 14.
♦EA Sports released a full guide to Hockey Ultimate Team for NHL 14.
♦EA Sports released facial renders for Kyrie Irving from NBA Live 14.
♦The Xbox 360 achievement...
Press Row Hangout: Episode 16
The latest Press Row Hangout tackles a number of topics including impressions of NHL 14, the very disappointing sales numbers for Madden NFL 25, release dates now being official for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the NFL on Xbox One features, EA going free-to-play with mobile games, and much more! As always leave any thoughts on the show or suggestions for future podcasts and hangouts in the comments!
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What the NFL Deal With Microsoft Will Mean for the 360 and Xbox One
One of the selling points made at the original Xbox One reveal was the massive (around $400 million over five years) deal struck between Microsoft and the NFL. Little was discussed outside of Surface tablets being used on the sidelines of games, advertising elsewhere in stadiums, and Fantasy Football integration to be available on the One and 360. Today further details were revealed on what to expect going forward. (more…)...