Open world setting for MyPlayer characters coming with NBA 2K18
2K Sports today revealed the new open world structure for NBA 2K18 in which MyPlayers will reside. In a sense it's reminiscent of Take Two's (parent company of 2K Sports) own GTA Online, as the neighborhood connects NBA 2K modes that previously were isolated on their own - MyCareer, The Park, and 2K Pro-Am along with actual storefronts for player customization.
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Kobe Bryant and Kevin Garnett are special guest commentators in NBA 2K18
Last year in NBA 2K17 the pool of contributing voices during and around the games expanded to 11. The booth consisted of Kevin Harlan and a group of rotating analysts that included Chris Webber, Steve Smith, Doris Burke, Brent Barry, Greg Anthony, and Clark Kellogg. Sideline reporting was handled by David Aldridge and the Inside the NBA crew Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal, and Kenny Smith held down the studio show.
For NBA 2K18 two more former players will be found in the booth, as...
All-time teams trailer for NBA 2K18
Besides the 17 new classic teams that have now been fully revealed, NBA 2K18 will also be introducing all-time teams populated by the best players from the history of the current 30 franchises. While it appears the likes of Charles Barkley and Reggie Miller will be missing from their respective teams, a majority of the most notable players for every franchise should be expected. A new trailer today showcases the addition of the all-time teams for NBA 2K18.
The full rosters have also now b...
Franchise Mode details for NHL 18
Expansion to professional leagues is a rare event and EA Sports is capitalizing on it with the upcoming NHL 18. The Expansion Draft makes its debut and Franchise Mode will feature three different ways to play depending on structure and challenge desired. (more…)...
Improvements to visuals for NBA 2K18
Early screenshots have demonstrated various visual improvements but now 2K Sports is going into greater detail on the graphical work that has been done for NBA 2K18. Areas of focus range from player scanning to character creation/customization and the new Nike uniforms. 2K18 will also run at 4K/60fps on PS4 Pro and Xbox One X. (more…)...
WNBA to debut in NBA Live 18
Back in April it was discovered that the WNBA would be included in some form within NBA Live 18. That was confirmed today as EA Sports released the first information on the upcoming game since showing off "The One" career mode at EA Play in mid-June. (more…)...
The new features revealed for Ultimate Team mode in FIFA 18
EA Sports today rolled out details on what to expect from the incredibly popular Ultimate Team mode for the upcoming FIFA 18. Included are 16 legends from the past that receive three different card versions based on specific moments in their respective careers, single-player matches against teams created by various personalities, and daily and weekly objectives. (more…)...
A look at dribbling and team styles for FIFA 18
The first promotional push for FIFA 18 was largely centered on year two of The Journey. Now EA Sports is starting to get into the meat of gameplay details with two trailers that spotlight increased player personality, overhauled dribbling, and more authentic team styles. (more…)...