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Microsoft Confirms Fears Over Used Game Handling and Online Requirement
With E3 only days away Microsoft decided to get the bad news out of the way before then by detailing their practices regarding second hand games, online requirement, and mandatory Kinect. Still confusing and certain to lead to frustration in the future the response from consumers and much of the press regarding the information has been nothing short of explosive as perceived rights are being infringed upon. Read more
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Press Row Podcast: Episode 27
The latest edition of the Press Row Podcast focuses almost entirely on E3 with discussion on memories from past events and expectations for the event next week. Keep in mind though this was recorded prior to Microsoft confirming policies regarding second hand games and online requirements – something I’ll be posting thoughts on later today.
Check it out through iTunes and now on Android with the Stitcher app or through the embedded player at Operation Sports. As always leave any feedback on the show or topics to discuss for future ones in the comments!
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NBA 2K14 Pre-Order Bonus Detailed
For NBA 2K14 once again 2K Sports is providing exclusive content for pre-ordering that won’t be specific to a single retailer. Last year it was the All-Star Weekend package and this time the incentive relates to cover athlete LeBron James.
The “King James” Bonus pack will be included in all pre-ordered copies whether it be at Amazon, Gamestop, or elsewhere and applies only to the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. The PC is again being left out and plans for the Xbox One and PS4 will come at a later date.
The bonus pack mentions a new “Path to Greatness” mode which could be an offshoot of MyCareer or something more in line with 2K11’s Jordan Challenge. Unfortunately confirmed through this is the return of Virtual Currency which was arguably the worst part of 2K13Â adversely infecting several modes and influencing how to play or spend to compete. Hopefully the system has been reworked based on complaints. The 10K VC included is $3 worth.
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Giveaway: NCAA Football 14
The semi-regular site giveaways are back with an opportunity to win a 360 or PS3 copy of NCAA Football 14! This is the first of two planned giveaways for the game before its release on July 9 and others will come down the line for Madden NFL 25, FIFA 14, and NBA 2K14. *This post has been bumped to allow for any last entries from those who may have missed it earlier.
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 June 17 when the winner will be randomly selected and contacted for delivery details. Good luck! Read more
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First Look at NCAA Football 14 Gameplay
With a ton of footage from NCAA Football 14 expected out of E3 next week EA Sports has released the first look at the game in action through directly-captured video. It is very limited – running just one minute and skipping post-play scenes – and features LSU at Texas A&M. Interestingly Johnny Manziel is not being used suggesting they took him out so they wouldn’t have the references made to him being in promotional material with the pending lawsuit looming or worst case scenario the rosters are going to be made a mess of intentionally. Read more
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LeBron James is Cover Athlete for NBA 2K14
2K Sports has announced that reigning MVP LeBron James will be the cover athlete for NBA 2K14. The news likely would have been pushed back had the Pacers knocked the Heat out of the playoffs but instead 2K can now celebrate nabbing the best player in the league – maybe necessary to avoid a promotional letdown after the exceptional representation they secured for the last three NBA 2K covers.
NBA 2K14 is confirmed for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC and then later coming to the Xbox One and PS4 when those new consoles launch. No word on whether it will release for Vita but it will not be coming to Wii U. 2K also stated there will be news coming out of E3 and given that the company will not be in attendance that lends credence to the idea the game will show up at the Sony press conference on Monday possibly with the first reveal of the next-gen version.
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PES 2014 Video From Konami Event
At their pre-E3 event earlier today Konami profiled some of the tech enhancements coming to Pro Evolution Soccer 2014. The five minute video includes discussion on the new engine and how the central features which were revealed earlier this week will come into play. Read more
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First FIFA 14 Gameplay Trailer
EA Sports today released the debut trailer for FIFA 14 on Xbox 360, PS3, and PC. The effort to do so comes in advance of a next-gen reveal expected Monday at the E3 press conference. So far highlighted for the game are features related to approach angles on shots, real ball physics, protecting possession of the ball, and improved teammate AI. Read more
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