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Top 5 NBA Video Game Series of All Time Based on Their Tech

The conversation of the best NBA video games has been debated for years. I’ve looked at countless articles and videos that countdown the best and worst video games to get an idea of what’s agreeable. However, more often than not, they are all different. Instead of continuing the trend of the best games I’ve decided […]

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NBA Live 14 Enhances Synergy Sports Technology Experience

EA Sports has revealed the first details surrounding the connected experiences fans can expect in NBA LIVE 14. By utilizing the power and connectivity of next-gen consoles, NBA LIVE 14 can provide not only player ratings and tendencies updates, but new challenges, new rewards and other new content throughout the season. CourtQ offers updates of over 70 player […]

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Five Social Stragies NBA 2K14 and LeBron James Should Use to Engage Gamers

(2K Games) Lebron James has become “The King” of the NBA for a reason.  It’s no wonder he graces the cover of NBA 2K14.  This year the world’s number one NBA video game franchise is back with better features and additional show-stopping moves so you can put your opponents to shame. With a game that features dynamic live rosters, a soundtrack hand-picked by Lebron, and an improved player motion system, the game has plenty to offer.  NBA 2K14 should be flaunted for its dynamic gameplay.  And what better way to show off a game than by utilizing strong social strategies?  The following list is a collection of five different social strategies that NBA 2K14 could implement to reach gamers through...

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Madden Has Wisely Taken Notes from the NFL for 25 Years

It’s older than I am.  It has stood the test of time, getting better with each passing year, depending on who you ask.  Guys around the country find a new best friend each August.  It’s Madden.  The game that has been the source of accomplishment, defeat, increased wealth, and lost earnings.  Ever play your friends […]

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Madden 25’s Release: A Look at the State of Sports Video Games and Its Future on the Next-Gen Consoles

The Two Party License System Last night, tens of thousands of gamers lined up outside Bestbuy’s, Gamestop’s and Walmart’s at midnight, in order to get their copy of Madden 2014, the 25th anniversary edition of the game. The normal gamer ponied up 59.99 plus taxes to play the crown jewel of the American sports video game industry, while others paid upwards of $100 for special edition versions of the game. In the coming weeks, the game will be reviewed, roster updates will be made and gamers trying to build their ‘ultimate team’ will spend potentially hundreds of thousands collectively.

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