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  EA Sports and ‘FIFA’ Continuing to 2022

  No worries, ‘FIFA’ fans; a new licensing agreement with publisher Electronic Arts will keep the games coming until at least 2022.

  by John Jacques | May 8, 2013No Comments

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  The History of PlayStation Detailed in Nostalgic PS1, PS2, & PS3 ‘Evolution’ Videos

  Sony has released a nostalgic set of PlayStation videos ahead of their rumored PS4 reveal – detailing the history of the PS1, PS2, and PS3.

  by Kevin Gibson | Feb 18, 20136 Comments

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  Sony Ships Final Retail PlayStation 2 Consoles in Japan

  After 13 years of availability and over 150 million+ units sold, Sony has finally discontinued the PS2 in Japan, shipping its final retail copies earlier this month.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 28, 20129 Comments

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  ‘Pro Evolution Soccer 2013′ Review

  Read our ‘Pro Evolution Soccer 2013′ review to find out if Konami’s latest soccer title can compete with rival ‘FIFA’.

  by John Jacques | Dec 4, 2012No Comments

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  Gaikai Website Updated with Images of PS3 Games

  Sony’s plans for cloud gaming service Gaikai remain unknown, but Gaikai’s website has been updated with a few familiar faces, including Sackboy and Kratos.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 11, 20122 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 13′ Review

  Read our ‘FIFA 13′ review to see if the title is a major leap forward for EA Sports’ banner franchise or a marginally refined version of last year’s formula.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 28, 20126 Comments

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  Ex-Microsoft Exec Claims Sony ‘Mismanaged’ Transition From PS2 to PS3

  Sony went from being the top last gen to third place in just a few short years. An ex-Microsoft employee explains how they were able to surpass Sony in home console sales with the Xbox 360.

  by Anthony Mole | May 14, 20128 Comments

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  6 Ways To Improve ‘Madden NFL 13′

  The Super Bowl is over and football fans are now looking toward the next NFL season – which for gamers, means ‘Madden NFL 13.’ Read what we think EA can do to score a touchdown with their next installment.

  by Brian Sipple | Feb 6, 201224 Comments

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  Sony Reveals Vita Sales, PlayStation Holiday Numbers At CES [Update]

  During Sony’s CES presentation, Kaz Hirai confirmed that the PlayStation Vita has already sold over 500,000 units since its launch on December 17th, 2011.

  by Anthony Mole | Jan 9, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Jak and Daxter’ HD Collection Announced For PS3

  With the 10th anniversary of ‘Jak and Daxter’ on the horizon, Sony and Naughty Dog have officially announced a new HD collection of the trilogy of PS2 classics.

  by C.J. Smillie | Nov 21, 20114 Comments

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  ‘Pro Evolution Soccer 2012′ Review

  Does the new Pro Evolution Soccer compare to FIFA? Read on as we take a look at the physics, gameplay and AI behind the latest of Konami’s longstanding series.

  by John Jacques | Nov 2, 20112 Comments

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  Rumored ‘NBA 2K12′ DLC Adds ‘H.O.R.S.E.’ and ’21′ Game Modes

  Some leaked images and new trophies suggest that DLC is on the way for ‘NBA 2K12′ that adds 3-on-3 challenges along with classic basketball games like ‘H.O.R.S.E.’ and ’21.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 20, 20111 Comment

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  ‘NBA 2K12′ Review

  With the ’12-’13 NBA Season in flux, ‘NBA 2K12′ might be all the basketball we’ll get this year. Is it a worthy replacement and follow-up to its stellar predecessor? Read our review

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 17, 20112 Comments

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  Rockstar Celebrates 10th Anniversary of ‘Grand Theft Auto 3′

  Rockstar Games is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the release of ‘ Grand Theft Auto 3′ with new merchandise and the announcement of upcoming mobile versions.

  by Vivas Kaul | Oct 13, 20115 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 12′ Review

  Is ‘FIFA 12,’ with its focus on an improved physics engine and player AI, the must-have sports title of the year or just another annual roster update? Read our review to find out.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 3, 20112 Comments

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  Rumor Patrol: ‘Jak and Daxter’ HD Remake in the Works

  A South African product listing suggests that an HD remake of ‘Jak and Daxter’, the popular platforming series developed by Naughty Dog, is set to release early next year.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 3, 20111 Comment

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  Corrupted Saves: PS2 Legit to Quit

  This week’s Corrupted Saves thinks it might be time to take the ol’ PlayStation 2 out behind the barn.

  by Aaron Leach | Oct 2, 20119 Comments

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  Join ‘FIFA 12′ Qualifer Cup With $50,000 in Prizes

  EA Sports, GameStop, and Virgin Gaming team up to host a FIFA ’12 ‘Qualifier Cup’ tournament with $50,000 in prizes and a chance to win a trip to London, England to compete in the finals.

  by Tyler Schirado | Sep 22, 20111 Comment

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  GR Pick: ‘FIFA 12′ Impact Engine Gone Crazy

  Though EA Sports has high hopes for the new impact engine on display in ‘FIFA 12′ one gamer’s experience with the demo has revealed some interesting results.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 20, 20112 Comments

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  Go Upper 90 in ‘FIFA 12′ Sizzle Trailer

  Check out the newest trailer for ‘FIFA 12′ that focuses on the flashy dribbles and trick shots players will be able to execute on the virtual pitch.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 13, 20111 Comment

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  ‘FIFA 12′ Soundtrack Includes Foster the People and The Strokes

  EA Sports has revealed the complete track listing for the ‘FIFA 12′ soundtrack which includes 39 artists from 15 different countries. Read on to see the list.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 12, 2011No Comments

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  Put on Your Dunk Face for New ‘NBA 2K12′ Trailer

  It doesn’t matter if your Hakeem Olajuwon, LeBron James, or Dirk Nowitzki, everybody gets dunked on in this newest trailer for ‘NBA 2K12.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 1, 20111 Comment

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  ‘Madden NFL 12′ Review

  Is ‘Madden NFL 12′ the must-have iteration of the popular sports franchise or should virtual players hold out for next year’s release? Read our review to find out.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 26, 201111 Comments

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  2K Sports Explains Charles Barkley’s Absence from ‘NBA 2K12

  Though ‘NBA 2K12′ boasts a ton of hall of famers in its ‘NBA’s Greatest’ mode one TNT color commentator is notably absent. 2K Sports explains why.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 24, 20119 Comments

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  2K Sports Announces ‘NBA’s Greatest’ Mode for ‘NBA 2K12′

  ‘NBA 2K12′ is taken the ‘Jordan Challenge’ formula from last year a step further with ‘NBA’s Greatest’ — a new mode that allows gamers to play as some of the sports’ classic teams.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 20, 20116 Comments

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  ‘Madden NFL 12′ Turns to Fan Vote for Club 100

  EA Sports is once again turning to a fan vote — this time to decide which players will end up with the coveted 100 rating in several skill categories in ‘Madden 12.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 17, 20112 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 12′ North American Cover Revealed

  Wondering who will be joining Wayne Rooney on the North American cover of ‘FIFA 12?’ EA Sports has just released the image, and one of the choices is somewhat surprising.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 10, 20114 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 12′ Accolades Trailer Spreads the Love

  We were pretty impressed by ‘FIFA 12′ coming out of E3, as were a ton of our colleagues. See why in this accolades trailer for the game.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 29, 2011No Comments

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  EA Sports Reveals Select ‘FIFA 12′ Cover Athletes

  Wayne Rooney, Xabi Alonso, and Jack Wilshire are among the soccer stars who will be gracing the ‘FIFA 12′ covers in various countries around the globe.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 29, 20117 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 12′ Developer Diaries Talk Impact Engine and Pro Player Intelligence

  EA Canada is taking ‘FIFA 12′ to the next level with a revamped impact engine and smarter AI teammates. Will this be the most realistic soccer game yet?

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 25, 201112 Comments

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  ‘Madden NFL 12′ Cover Revealed, Hall of Fame Edition Detailed

  Featuring a whole slew of collectibles along with a Marshall Faulk embossed cover, the Hall of Fame Edition of ‘Madden NFL 12′ is a football fan’s must have.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 31, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Madden 12′ Gameplay Trailer Stays True to the Game

  EA Sports’ ‘Madden 12′ promises to stay true to the game with improved ball physics and player collisions all highlighted in this new trailer.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 3, 20114 Comments

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  Mod Makes ‘Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind’ Look Current Gen

  A loyal and dedicated modding community has kept ‘The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind’ alive by overhauling the game’s sounds and visuals. Watch this video to see their work.

  by Rob Keyes | Apr 6, 20117 Comments

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  Steve Austin Gives His Bottom Line in ‘WWE All Stars’ Trailer

  Still on the fence on whether or not to purchase the recently release ‘WWE All Stars’? Stone Cold Steve Austin is here to rip you off that fence and then proceed to… well, you can see for yourself.

  by Riley Little | Apr 4, 2011No Comments

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  New Releases March 27 Through April 2, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available March 27 through April 2, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Mar 28, 20112 Comments

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  New Releases March 6 Through 12, 2011

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available March 6 through 12, 2011.

  by Jeff Schille | Mar 7, 20113 Comments

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  Rumor Patrol: PS2 Classics to be Released on PSP Via PSN?

  Rumors are circulating that a new PSN service will bring PS2 classic games to the PSP – but could this new service actually be an unannounced NGP feature?

  by Dwayne Holder | Feb 15, 20116 Comments

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  ‘Madden NFL 11′ Predicts Pittsburgh Steelers Win Super Bowl XLV [Update]

  After correctly predicting six out of the last seven Super Bowl champions, ‘Madden NFL 11′ predicts the Pittsburg Steelers will win Super Bowl XLV.

  by Christian Spicer | Feb 7, 201110 Comments

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  Sony Has Solid Holiday Season, PlayStation Sales Jump

  PlayStation sales soar over the holiday season due to a modest price cut and very solid first party titles.

  by Kevin Birdsell | Feb 4, 201110 Comments

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  GR Pick: Half Life Short Film ‘Beyond Black Mesa’

  An intense live-action video set in the ‘Half-Life’ universe that is 12 minutes well spent. Be warned, it will make the wait for a ‘Half-Life’ film intolerable.

  by John Jacques | Jan 22, 20117 Comments

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  Cypress Hill Backup Singer Suing Rockstar Over GTA: San Andreas

  Michael Washington from Cypress Hill is getting set to sue Rockstar and Take-Two because the main character looks like him. Why now? Read on to find out.

  by Riley Little | Dec 9, 20108 Comments

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  Need for Speed Retrospective

  Game Rant takes a trip down memory lane to explore the origins of the Need for Speed franchise, exploring where it’s been and where it’s heading.

  by Dwayne Holder | Nov 16, 20105 Comments

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  Is Backwards Compatibility in PlayStation’s Future?

  Sony speaks on their idea of the future of backwards compatibility for the PS3, and how they plan to continue providing updates of our favorite PS2 classics.

  by Jacob Siegal | Nov 8, 20106 Comments

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  New Releases October 31 Through November 6, 2010

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available October 31 through November 6, 2010.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 31, 20105 Comments

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  PlayStation 2 Turns 10 Years Old Today

  Sony’s PlayStation 2 turns ten years old today. Maybe you could celebrate by doing an Endurance Race in ‘Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec’.

  by Trung Bui | Oct 26, 201010 Comments

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  New Releases October 24 Through 30, 2010

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available October 24 through 30, 2010.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 25, 20105 Comments

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  PlayStation Move Debuts to Mixed First Month Sales

  While Sony’s new motion control device flew off the shelves in Europe, according to analyst Michael Patcher, U.S. sales were less impressive.

  by Zak Grim | Oct 17, 20108 Comments

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  EA Sports’ Peter Moore Wants Disc-Less Future for FIFA Franchise

  EA Sports’ head honcho Peter Moore discusses a future for the FIFA franchise without a retail disc – enabling the experience to change along with the soccer season.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 15, 20101 Comment

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  ‘FIFA 11′ is the Fastest Selling Sports Game Ever, Free DLC Incoming

  EA Sports’ ‘FIFA 11′ is now the fastest selling sports game of all time. In November, the ‘FIFA 11 Ultimate Team’ mode will be made available for free.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 5, 20102 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 11′ Review

  EA Sports’ continues their sports simulation domination with ‘FIFA 11,’ the most beautiful and deep soccer game available today.

  by T.J. Lauerman | Oct 5, 20105 Comments

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  New Releases October 3 Through 9, 2010

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available October 3 through 9, 2010.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 4, 20105 Comments

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  ‘NBA 2K11′ Virtual Champions to Receive a Presidential Reception

  Players able to take their team of choice all the way in ‘NBA 2K11′ will be treated to a virtual Presidential reception.

  by Christian Spicer | Sep 28, 20102 Comments

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  New Releases September 26 Through October 2, 2010

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available September 19 through October 2, 2010.

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 27, 20104 Comments

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  Successful ‘Shadow of the Colossus’ Movie May Mean ‘Ico’ and ‘Last Guardian’ Movies Too

  If the upcoming ‘Shadow of the Colossus’ movie is successful, movie adaptations of ‘Ico’ and ‘Last Guardian’ may happen too.

  by Christian Spicer | Sep 24, 20105 Comments

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  ‘FIFA 11′ Demo Impressions

  EA Sports has come out of the gate kicking with the ‘FIFA 11′ demo. The was just one small issue, known as the “Madrid Rule.” Find out more inside.

  by T.J. Lauerman | Sep 17, 20106 Comments

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  ‘NBA 2K11′ Demo Impressions

  Basketball season is right around the corner and 2K Sports has given us an early gift. Check out our full impressions of the NBA 2K11 demo.

  by Zak Grim | Sep 15, 201015 Comments

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  New Releases September 12 Through 18, 2010

  Once again, Game Rant rounds up the week’s new releases. Check out the games that will be available September 12 through 18, 2010.

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 13, 20104 Comments

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  Explore 15 Years of Sony’s PlayStation

  It seems like just yesterday that Sony Computer Entertainment stepped into the video game world. On the 15th anniversary of Sony’s PlayStation, we look at the history of how Sony changed the industry.

  by Andrew Dyce | Sep 9, 201017 Comments

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  Madden NFL 11 Delivers Update and New DLC

  Just in time for regular season this Madden 11 update releases along with a piece of DLC that allows gamers to relive the past week’s nail-biting moments.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 7, 201013 Comments

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  Madden 11 Looks Into The Crystal Ball For NFL Season Results

  What does ‘Madden NFL 11′ predict for this year NFL regular season? Hint: Aaron Rodgers is a beast.

  by T.J. Lauerman | Sep 2, 20102 Comments