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‘Classic’ Franchise takes backseat to Face of the Franchise in Madden NFL 21
Last week when EA Sports let it be known that a developer blog would be releasing for Face of the Franchise along with Franchise Mode being referred to as 'Classic Franchise' it was obvious the outlook on the latter was bleak. That justified pessimism was confirmed today as FOTF has received the bulk of the attention in Madden NFL 21 with Franchise barely getting what could even be considered a patch-caliber update. EA renamed Madden NFL 21's Franchise to "Classic Franchise"...
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A look at the new features for Super Mega Baseball 3
The third entry in the highly-regarded Super Mega Baseball franchise is nearing release and today brings a new developer video that goes over the top features that will debut in game. Those features include a deep dive into the new Franchise Mode, an import tool for rosters from SMB2, a number of upgrades to modes that are carrying over and additional customization options. Originally slated for release this month it's possible complications from COVID-19 will cause a delay however if th...
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The Line Drive for March 22
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦The fall sports games especially NBA 2K21 will quite possibly end up delayed. ♦First roster update for MLB The Show 20 fixes options and adds a top prospect. ♦Details on first post-release patch making some fixes for MLB The Show 20. ♦Details on second post-release patch with gameplay changes for MLB The Show 20. ♦Details on a minor server update ...
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Custom Leagues in MLB The Show 20
This week of promotion for MLB The Show 20 centered on the new (Online) Custom Leagues mode. While it appears to be intended as a substitute for Online Franchise it isn't remotely a feature-for-feature replacement and there are still unanswered questions - even after multiple teases a blog and a full stream - that will heavily impact how widely adapted and ultimately how successful it may become. Its simplicity could prove to be a draw for some but the lack of depth and possible exclusion of...
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New features revealed for Out of the Park Baseball 21
OOTP Developments today officially announced Out of the Park Baseball 21 by detailing the new features to expect in the 21st year of the esteemed sim management franchise. Those include a ballpark creator, completely new scouting system, and better guidance on what to do next with your organization. The game is due out March 20 but pre-orders get started with the beta on March 17 and receive 10% discount off the price. (more…)...
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The Line Drive for February 9
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. ♦NBA 2K20 has added the Kobe Bryant jersey patch to the Lakers uniforms. ♦This year's All-Star Game rosters and court have been updated in NBA 2K20. ♦Roster update for NBA 2K20 has made all the moves from the trade deadline. ♦Madden NFL 20 had its final roster update released following the Super Bowl. ♦Madden's simulation engine got it right this y...
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Madden NFL 20 patch juggles Superstar players and adds new abilities
Just two weeks after a major patch to enhance Franchise Mode and EA Sports has delivered another - this time with a focus on Superstar players and their abilities as well as a number of adjustments to gameplay. Several players have entered the Superstar tier replacing those who have slipped from their previous position and eight new unique abilities have been introduced. It wouldn't be a sports video game patch if issues weren't immediately identified after deployment. One of them was dem...
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Madden NFL 20 patch delivers Franchise Mode upgrades and more
With two months now having passed since release Madden NFL 20 has now received its third major patch. Earlier updates to the game have added an entirely new mode in Superstar KO and new offensive line abilities along with various fixes and improvements. This latest patch does some work towards making Franchise Mode more compelling with considerable enhancements having been made to news and scenarios. Keenan Allen replaces Antonio Brown as a Superstar X-Factor, updates have been made to li...
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