MLB 2K11 Dynamic Ratings Feature Explained
2K Sports has released the first substantive developer diary for MLB 2K11 which goes into detail on the Dynamic Ratings feature. The system dynamically updates player ratings based on real world performance in MLB Today, My Player, and Franchise modes. You can check out the full dev diary which was posted on Facebook here. Also in the gallery find the new set of 10 screenshots relating to the Dynamic Ratings feature. (more…)...
Fight Night Champion Demo Impressions
The Fight Night Champion demo released yesterday with a full month to go until the game hits store shelves. Reaction has been mixed though a segment of the community has been highly critical. Over the years the boxing community has proven to be extraordinarily passionate and outspoken regarding any gripes or perceived slights in games representing the sport. Some of the complaining at the forefront of FNC seems justified in this case as the gameplay, at least at first, seems to appeal more to ...
Trailer for MLB 11: The Show
Things have been relatively quiet on the info and media front for MLB 11: The Show as of late. SCEA hasn't released anything on the game since mid-December. Today though comes a new teaser trailer which again carries with it little actual value but will certainly start to build up the anticipation for release which is just five weeks away from tomorrow. Continue on to check out the trailer and leave your thoughts in the comments! (more…)...
Caddies Featured in Tiger Woods 12
For the first time in the history of EA Sports' Tiger Woods series caddies will play an actual role in the game. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters will provide players with a caddy by their side on every swing to give strategic advice on shot selection and reading greens. Recommended shots from the caddy will be provided to choose from or the user can decide to set up their own shot completely on their own and ignore the caddy's advice. Continue on to check out a new video on the feature an...
First Fight Night Champion Demo Videos
The Fight Night Champion demo is scheduled to release on Tuesday February 1st but it is already out for a few in the UK. That means videos of the demo, including head-to-head online bouts, are starting to arrive.
Early response seems to be positive in terms of movement and graphics. Concern though is higher now regarding stamina which has been promoted as a big area of improvement for the series but wasn't immediately evident in the videos. Given that the fights are just three rounds the lo...
Fight Night Champion Features Video
Much of the marketing focus thus far for Fight Night Champion has understandably been on its M-rated nature and "Champion" story mode. However now EA Sports has released a new video that presents a more well-rounded look at features found in other areas of the game.
Aspects such as damage effects, full-spectrum punch controls, a new blocking system, improved create boxer feature, and legacy mode are briefly discussed. Online play is also touched upon with glimpses of the "Gyms" and "Fight C...
The Latest on MLB 2K11
Here are some updates on MLB 2K11 since breaking the news on the feature list during the week. It'll be interesting to see whether the game, which has put a focus on improving defensive play in lieu of significant new features, will be able to draw any of the large number of consumers who've been turned away by previous efforts this generation. The $1 million contest is obviously meant to be that attraction as simply saying the game is cleaned up and potentially a solid effort won't be enough ...
3DS Trailers for Madden and PES
The event earlier this week to officially set the Nintendo 3DS for March 27th at $250 also nailed down a large group of release window titles. Unfortunately none were confirmed to arrive alongside the portable system just yet, but both Madden NFL Football and Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D are both likely to be there on day one. Continue on to check out the announcement trailers for both games! (more…)...