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...
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. (more…)...
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. (more…)...
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. (more…)...
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 ...
Save Migration To Future Titles Being Introduced With MLB 14: The Show
What has long been a fantasy feature for sports gamers - the ability to continue progress in modes from one year's release to the next - will finally come to fruition beginning with MLB 14: The Show on the PS4. In progress Franchise, Road to the Show, and Seasons will all be able to roll over from year-to-year in the future. (more…)...
Two More Uniform Packs Out Now for NCAA Football 14
EA Sports today released the fifth and sixth uniform packs for NCAA Football 14 after a gap of six weeks with nothing. Each DLC pack costs $1 and unlike earlier ones these contain all jerseys and helmets rather than mostly being limited to gloves.
Pack five includes Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas A&M, and Western Kentucky. Pack six is comprised of Oregon, Texas, Texas Tech, and Louisiana-Monroe.
This is likely to act as the last support NCAA 14 receive...
Madden NFL 25 Week Nine Upcoming Roster Update Discussion
Two major injuries occurred in week nine of the NFL season with Geno Atkins placed on IR and Aaron Rodgers facing an extended period of time sidelined. Meanwhile Justin Blackmon was suspended for the year while Jonathan Martin will hopefully be able to return to the Dolphins at some point in the future now that Richie Incognito is gone.
Names likely heading up in the next Madden roster release include Nick Foles, Tom Brady, Case Keenum, Jason Campbell, Gio Bernard, Eddie Lacy, Mike James,...