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Latest Deals for MLB 13: The Show
MLB: The Show has generally been one of the most difficult sports series to find a significant deal on even deep into the summer months. That hasn’t been the case this year however as it has dipped at multiple points to $30 or even below it. Today brings the best deal so far with Amazon offering the PS3 version for just $20. Best Buy also has the PS3 version online with in-store pickup for $20 and the PlayStation Vita version for just $10!
It’s unclear how long the sales will be active (it may only be today) so if you have any interest in picking up MLB 13 this year there won’t be a better opportunity considering the value mid-season while coming at such a low price.
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Goal Scoring Balance in NHL 14
Following the recent details on how goaltending has been improved for NHL 14, EA Sports has now provided info on the alterations to AI player positioning in the offensive zone that will affect goal scoring balance. Continue on for a number of specific areas and scenarios that have been worked on for this year’s game. Read more
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More Details on Chemistry in Madden NFL 25 Ultimate Team Mode
One of the primary new features announced for Ultimate Team in Madden NFL 25 is the return of team chemistry. Four offensive and defensive styles will be available to choose from and players will fit better into specific ones they are suited for rather than if they are inserted on a team that has a different style in mind. Hitting chemistry goals will even unlock team bonuses. Today EA Sports posted additional info on how chemistry will play a part in the team building and card collecting mode. Read more
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OOTP 14 Half Off for All-Star Break
To celebrate the MLB All-Star festivities Out of the Park Baseball 14 has gone on sale through Wednesday. The highly regarded PC/Mac management sim that released in mid-April can now be had for $20. That is half off the original $40 price and a steal considering the potential value to anyone interested in a game of this nature.
OOTP 14 offers updated rosters, a new player origin and development engine, a re-coded scouting system, improved AI, and new real-time simulation features.
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The Line Drive for July 14
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings.
♦NBA 2K14 Euroleague won’t be in Association or MyCareer confirmed through OS Q&A.
♦The demo for Madden NFL 25 may be coming Tuesday, August 13.
•New Madden NFL 25 highlight video features receivers on new teams.
♦EA Sports released a beginner’s guide to Ultimate Team in NCAA Football 14.
♦Under The Code with an article on some deeper problems with NCAA 14 Ultimate Team.
♦Kotaku points out that many who worked on NCAA 14 make up the high school rosters.
♦Some Ohio State players are refusing to buy NCAA 14 because of the cover.
♦The complete list of achievements for NHL 14 is out.
♦Operation Sports wonders why there has yet to be news on a 2nd Tiger Woods 14 patch.
♦NCAA reiterated they would not retaliate against current player entering likeness lawsuit.
♦A fraud claim against EA regarding the Madden series has been dismissed.
♦Sony released a video mentioning 20 things you might not know about the PS4.News and content that may have been missed from the last week around the site.
♦DVD/Blu-ray Releases This Week. Headlined by 42 and Evil Dead.
♦Orange is the New Black Available Now. Netflix streaming all 13 episodes.
♦First trailer for Oldboy. Spike Lee’s remake of the 2003 South Korean film.
♦First trailer for Out of the Furnace. Stars Christian Bale and Zoe Saldana.
♦Teaser Trailer for How to Train Your Dragon 2. Due out June 2014. -
Press Row Hangout: Episode 13
On the docket for this week’s Press Row Hangout are thoughts on the critical reception to NCAA Football 14, the inclusion of an NHL 94 mode in NHL 14, and which next-gen game we’re looking forward to most. The show also opens with a spoiler-free discussion on our experiences with The Last of Us. As always feel free to leave any questions or suggestions for future hangouts or podcasts in the comments!
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Post-Release Deals on NCAA Football 14
With NCAA Football 14 having released earlier this week those who did not pick it up already have a couple options to consider if still interested in doing so. The Toys “R” Us promo continues through Saturday (today) with the in-store offer being a $25 gift card with purchase to put towards another item or items at a later date.
If that isn’t an option then it’s definitely worth noting that Amazon already has a lower price on NCAA 14. The Xbox 360 version is going for $49.50 (this offering has been back and forth with full price multiple times now so it will depend when you look at the listing) while the PS3 is at $54.51. Not bad for the week of release!
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Your Thoughts on NHL 94 Anniversary Mode in NHL 14
The 20th anniversary of one of the most revered sports games in history is being recognized with a place in NHL 14. The announcement of NHL 94 Anniversary mode though has brought about mixed reaction.
NHL 94 was last featured in NHL 06 and in that case it was the actual original gameplay. In NHL 14 the mode is essentially just layering the old-school presentation over current-day gameplay. The removal of rules and the ’94 control scheme were already options that could have been selected. That the mode will be offline only is another big hit to its appeal. Still the nostalgia factor is strong and even just the blue ice, stars under players, organ music, and including some of the legends involved in ’94 may be enough to make it worthwhile.
Is the NHL 94 Anniversary mode a letdown or worthy of the hype? Leave your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below!
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