UFC Undisputed 3 Video Previews UFC 140 Main Event
THQ has released a new video for UFC Undisputed 3 that features the upcoming light heavyweight championship fight between Lyoto Machida and Jon Jones. The video includes the pre-fight discussion on the fighters and gameplay highlights based on the results of 25 CPU vs CPU bouts. Continue on to check it out and leave any thoughts in the comments! (more...)...
Details on the NFL Blitz Store
Many of the previous developer blogs for EA Sports' NFL Blitz have referenced both Blitz "bucks" and the store in which they can be redeemed. Today brings a look at the "Blitz Store" in which that in-game currency is used in purchasing items to customize teams, gain power-ups and cheat codes, acquire players in Elite League mode, and more.
Once you have a few fistfuls of Blitz Bucks you can let the shopping spree commence, and the Blitz Store is your one stop shop for anything and everythin...
EA Sports Nabs Lionel Messi to Become Face of FIFA
A multi-year agreement has been reached between EA Sports and FC Barcelona/Argentina superstar Lionel Messi to represent the FIFA division for the company. Beginning with FIFA Street in March, on which he is featured as the cover athlete, Messi will be heavily utilized in all facets of marketing for the FIFA products.
The multi-faceted partnership will see Messi become an EA SPORTS Ambassador. He will become the cornerstone of marketing and advertising campaigns, featured on packaging, and ...
NFL Blitz Elite League Online Mode Detailed
Recently EA Sports broke down the 'Blitz Battles' and co-op 'Blitz Teams' online modes for NFL Blitz. Now comes details on 'Elite League' which appears to have been inspired by the 'Ultimate Team' mode found in sim titles such as Madden and FIFA. Thankfully in this case the card packs aren't being sold for real money but instead they are purchased using the 'Blitz Bucks' that are earned by playing online games. That should provide more value to Blitz and better competitive balance in the mod...
Teaser Trailer for FIFA Street
EA Sports has released a new trailer for FIFA Street that blends real-world video with game footage in an effort to show the style of action being replicated. They are taking a somewhat more grounded approach than the series has gone for in the past. FIFA Street will for the first time utilize the engine from the traditional FIFA series and introduce a number of new dribbling and skill moves - some of which will be seen in the trailer. FIFA Street is expected to release in March as a traditi...
New Trailer, Soundtrack Insight, and Real-World Character Announced for SSX
EA Sports has been pushing promotion of SSX heavily bringing about some new information and materials to check out. Two videos and the announcement of the first ever real-world snowboarder to be featured in the series came just this week. Travis Rice, who also starred in the recent documentary filmĀ The Art of Flight, will be a playable character in the game - making for a pretty ideal partnership.
There are also the two new videos for SSX - one of which is a traditional flashy trailer an...
First Videos of NBA 2K12 Legends Showcase DLC in Action
Even with the lockout costing a season of support for the product 2K Sports will be rolling out downlaodable content for NBA 2K12 soon. The DLC pack is currently expected to arrive late this month or in December and will sell for $10. It features cel-shaded "blacktop" modes and HORSE in a Times Square setting along with the introduction of a number of new legends who will only be available for use within them. Gamespot recently unveiled the first gameplay videos which show off 1-on-1, 2-on-2...
Co-Op Features for NFL Blitz Detailed
Last week EA Sports rolled out info on the 'Blitz Battles' online mode for the upcoming digital-download release of NFL Blitz. Today comes the follow-up to that with a look at the co-op modes including the online-based 'Blitz Teams' which includes the ability to create and customize the squads within the competitive environment.
There are two options for ways to play. Online a co-owner can be selected through the friend's list while guest co-owners can be anyone that comes along for the r...
New UFC Undisputed 3 Gameplay Videos Feature UFC on Fox Preview and Pride Mode
With the first ever UFC on Fox broadcast taking place later tonight THQ recently rolled out some new gameplay videos for UFC Undisputed 3 to take advantage of the excitement. One is a main event preview featuring Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez vs Junior Dos Santos while the second fight takes a look at Pride mode with Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua vs Dan Henderson. Continue on to check them out and leave any thoughts in the comments!Ā (more...)...
Online Battles Detailed for NFL Blitz
EA Sports has posted a blog and accompanying video going over the "Blitz Battles" online mode for the upcoming reboot of NFL Blitz. Featuring head-to-head matches of either 1v1 or 2v2 (on the same console or co-op) the mode includes local, regional, and national leaderboards termed "Battle Boards".
One unique element here taking it beyond just simple rankings are that points are assigned based on a number of statistical categories rather than just winning or losing. There are also "tiers"...