Major update to NHL 17 improves gameplay, adds new uniforms and goal celebrations
EA Sports today released a significant patch for NHL 17 on both Xbox One and PS4 that not only looks to deliver improvements to gameplay and various modes, but also adds in new content in the form of uniforms, equipment, and goal celebrations. (more…)...
Details on the fourth patch for NBA 2K17
The fourth post-release patch for NBA 2K17 is now available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One as well as on PC. The earlier updates made to the game have addressed the ability to release roster updates, added PS4 Pro support, fixed the shot meter and various bugs, and tweaked gameplay and presentation. Despite that major issues have remained most notably related to CPU defensive AI and the game's online Pro-Am mode.
The new patch doesn't note any changes to the big defensive AI concerns...
PC management sims offer something new for sports gaming fans late in the year
While nearly all the console sports games for the year released prior to October three prominent team management games for PC have just hit the market. The latest edition in the long-running Football Manager franchise is joined by two games from the Draft Day Sports series (college football and pro basketball) created by Wolverine Studios. I'll be taking a look at the games in upcoming reviews but until then here's some info this year's editions. (more…)...
NBA 2KVR Experience releases November 22
The discovery of an NBA 2K game built for virtual reality was made on Saturday and this morning 2K Sports officially announced the 2KVR Experience. Made up of a series of mini-games 2KVR will release on Tuesday, November 22 for the PlayStation VR, HTC Vive, and Samsung Gear VR with Oculus Rift getting it at a later date. It will be sold for $15.
In the NBA 2KVR Experience, players will join NBA 2K17 cover athlete and All-Star Paul George, as they step onto the court at the Indiana Pacersââ...
The Line Drive for November 20
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings.
♦Sports video games face early eSports growing pains that may be tough to overcome.
♦New episode of the Press Row Podcast this week features Rich and guest Cicero Holmes.
♦The 2016 Guide to Black Friday and Holiday Gift Guide will be posted this week!
♦The next update for Rocket League will introduce a valuable custom tra...
NBA 2K experience coming to PSVR
Despite the launch of multiple virtual reality headsets - led by PlayStation VR, Vive, and Rift - sports games haven't played much of a role with them as of yet. There are currently no league-licensed titles for VR but it appears that's about to change. The trophy list for the "NBA 2KVR Experience" has leaked out revealing some of what to expect from the game which could release by the end of the year but has yet to even be announced by 2K Sports.
As would be expected for virtual reali...
First NBA 2K17 Park After Dark event to feature Snoop Dogg as live DJ
Announced prior to release of NBA 2K17, but not referred to since then by 2K Sports, the company today revealed details on the first 'Park After Dark' event. Transforming MyPark into something more akin to a club environment, the mode will bring in special guest DJs and open up new activities during specified limited-time windows during the months ahead.
The first Park After Dark will be headlined by Snoop Dogg who'll perform a live DJ set. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November ...
The Ultimate Feast promotion has opened in Madden NFL 17 Ultimate Team
The latest big promo to kickoff in MUT celebrates the games scheduled for Thanksgiving and one of the greats that played on the holiday in the past. 12 Solo Challenges have been added that reward nearly 17,000 Coins, 6 Thanksgiving Packs, and an 87 Overall Herman Moore. By collecting and turning in all the Elite cards in the program that Moore card can be upgraded to a 95 rated version. Ultimate Feast runs through the morning of November 29. (more…)...