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Press Row Podcast: Episode 55
In the latest edition of the Press Row Podcast the panel discusses updated thoughts on next-gen Madden NFL 25, hands-on impressions of NBA Live 14, MLB 14: The Show news and Xbox One going without baseball for at least next year, WWE 2K14 reviews, and PS4 purchase plans.
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 comments and make sure to check out the next live Press Row Hangout which will be on the evening of the PS4 launch!
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NBA 2K14 Description of Online Mode The Park and PS4 Exclusive Content Detailed
NBA 2K14 for the PlayStation 4 is reaching stores this week and retailers have the go ahead to sell copies immediately. That means additional details on the game thanks to the back of the box feature descriptions. That we’re getting actual news on the game from the back of the box a week before the new console releases is fairly mind-boggling but is indicative of just how down to the wire information will be arriving on all the sports titles for launch. Read more
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Next-Gen Madden NFL 25 Living Worlds Trailer
Of all the areas the new Ignite Engine was supposed to be of benefit to Madden NFL 25 on Xbox One and PS4, the one that has demonstrated the least in the way of dividends in all the footage to date is “Living Worlds”.
Elements that were said to be improved but have not appeared to be so include the same sparsely populated and static sidelines with generic players, completely disconnected cut scene celebrations, crowds that have numerous replicated fans in each small area and lack diversity, and differentiation in each stadium experience or the pressures of playing on the road.
A new trailer released today discusses atmosphere, emotion, the crowds, and sidelines. It’s very brief and basic though and still, outside of the single video that EA probably didn’t want out, the company hasn’t allowed or released uncut gameplay footage for consumers to judge on their own with just a week left until the PS4 arrives. Read more
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Next-Gen FIFA 14 Video Focuses on Improved Animations and Aerial Battles
Despite getting the most hands-on exposure of the next-gen sports games prior to release – given its appearances at conventions (which has also brought gameplay videos) and Microsoft’s Xbox One road tour – EA Sports has yet to go deep into the features that separate FIFA 14 from its current-gen versions. The recent trailer further outlined them but offered little substance.
With just over a week to go until the PS4 arrives the company has released the first of four planned producer videos that will highlight the advancements coming to the series. Read more
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Third FIFA 14 Patch Out This Week
While post-release patch support has seemed to take a back seat with the other two current-gen sports games that will be out on PS4 and Xbox One next week, a third patch for FIFA 14 will go live on the Xbox 360 and PS3 within the next few days.
The latest update seems targeted at addressing annoyances such as laggy subbing in Career mode, random crashes, and clashing kits. Read more
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Next-Gen NBA 2K14 Eco-Motion Trailer
Following up for the first time since the feature reveals from a few weeks ago, 2K Sports today released a new trailer for NBA 2K14 that focuses on the “Eco-Motion” game engine that was built for the two next-gen systems. Improvements to the foot-planting were most evident in the only gameplay footage seen so far but Eco-Motion is said to also greatly enhance the atmosphere, crowd, and the emotion from players. Read more
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NBA Live 14 Connected Experiences Detailed
EA Sports today released more news on NBA Live 14 this time going into the various connected experiences being introduced in the game. Going beyond the roster updates that will be made within an hour after every game ends there will also be daily art updates to how players look and their shoes, while the ESPN presentation includes Jalen Rose as studio host who will even provide fresh analysis for the game throughout the season. Read more
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Best Sports Game of the Generation Tournament: Quarterfinal Round
The Best Sports Game of the Generation Tournament has reached the Elite Eight! The closest contest in the Sweet 16 was Madden NFL 13 drawing 51% of the vote over NCAA Football 09 while NBA 2K11 also got a fight from 2K12. Over 26K votes were cast in the previous round.
The pairings in the final eight feature FIFA 12 vs 2010 FIFA World Cup, NBA 2K11 taking on NCAA Football 14, Madden NFL 13 going up against NBA 2K13, and MLB 13: The Show challenging College Hoops 2K8. Continue on to cast your support and leave any thoughts in the comments on results and which games should move on! Read more
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