Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[WWE 2K14 taps The Rock for cover spot]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/09/wwe-14-taps-the-rock-for-cover-spot/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/09/wwe-14-taps-the-rock-for-cover-spot/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/09/wwe-14-taps-the-rock-for-cover-spot/#comments WWE 2K14 taps The Rock for cover spotPart-time draw The Rock will grace the cover of the latest WWE game, WWE 2K14. Casey Collins, Executive Vice President of Consumer Products, announced the news (via Pasta Padre) prior to this past weekend's Wrestlemania 29 event, where The Rock lost his championship belt against John Cena. Don't worry, we're sure he'll get it back in time to promote the game later this year.

The WWE license was held by THQ for years, up until the company's collapse late last year. THQ then proceeded to auction off its assets, with Take-Two securing the WWE license and placing it under its 2K Sports banner. WWE 2K14 is due this fall.

Update: We followed up with 2K Sports to confirm what this game is actually called. The original announcement by Take-Two called it "WWE '14," but Joystiq has confirmed with 2K Sports that the game will indeed be called WWE 2K14. All references to the game in this post have been updated with the correct title.

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So began my review of MLB 2K12 a year ago, though it could just as easily serve as a fitting introduction for a review of MLB 2K13. Axford's facial hair hasn't changed in MLB 2K13 - and neither has the game. I take that back: The Online Leagues feature has been removed, the Houston Astros are now in the AL and Tampa Bay Rays pitcher David Price is on the cover. There, I think we're pretty much all caught up.

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JoystiqMLB 2K13 review: Shameless originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-SportsmicrosoftMLBmlb-2k13playstationps3Visual-ConceptsxboxTue, 12 Mar 2013 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Take-Two officially takes over WWE license, WWE '14 coming in fall]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/20/take-two-officially-takes-over-wwe-license-wwe-2k14-coming-in-f/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/20/take-two-officially-takes-over-wwe-license-wwe-2k14-coming-in-f/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/20/take-two-officially-takes-over-wwe-license-wwe-2k14-coming-in-f/#comments We knew this was coming last week, but now it's official: Take-Two is now the holder of the WWE license. The first game to come from the new WWE publisher is due this fall, titled WWE '14 - in line with 2K Sports' branding of sports games. [Update: The original ESPN source cited a name change, but Take-Two's press release confirms the new game will be called WWE '14.]

Take-Two struck a five-year deal with WWE, WWE executive vice president of consumer products Casey Collins confirmed to ESPN. The previous WWE license holder was THQ, who has been pumping out wrasslin' games since 1999. THQ has since become no more, forced to sell off all its assets to the highest bidder - but before that silent auction, THQ and WWE got together to hold private bidding for the license. According to Collins, Take-Two was the right fit, a publisher he sees as "a leader going forward on these next-gen systems."

Not only that, but Take-Two's success with the NBA 2K series also spurred interest, Collins said. "The work they do, and the quality of the games they put out and how they've been able to grow their franchise with not only the simulation aspect of the game, but also the entertainment aspect, we thought they'd be a perfect partner."

WWE '14 will launch this fall, a joint collaboration between 2K Sports studio Visual Concepts and longtime WWE series developer Yukes, located in Japan. As part of this five-year deal, Take-Two has also hired on some designers from THQ to work with Visual Concepts. "What we're going to do moving forward is meld Yukes with the team at Visual Concepts, so we can have the best of both worlds," Collins said. "Having Yukes' experience and then getting the Visual Concepts guys on board with them, we think this is going to be a dynamic duo."

Collins confirmed that folks from THQ's "Fight Team" were being hired at Take-Two to help Visual Concepts with the transition. "The THQ Fight Team is also being brought over, and they'll report directly to Visual Concepts. Their experience in the marketing, their experience in the development, their experience with our franchise for years ... we thought that it was very valuable to keep that continuity."

[Note: Image taken from WWE '13, but you probably knew that because it says WWE '13 right on the image.

JoystiqTake-Two officially takes over WWE license, WWE '14 coming in fall originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportscasey-collinstake-twothqvisual-conceptsworld-wrestling-entertainmentwwewwe-2k14yukesWed, 20 Feb 2013 15:45:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K13 and MLB 2K13 bundle puts sports in your sports]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/19/nba-2k13-and-mlb-2k13-bundle-puts-sports-in-your-sports/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/19/nba-2k13-and-mlb-2k13-bundle-puts-sports-in-your-sports/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/19/nba-2k13-and-mlb-2k13-bundle-puts-sports-in-your-sports/#comments 2K Sports announced a special NBA 2K13 and MLB 2K13 bundle today for Xbox 360 and PS3, which will retail for $79.99 when MLB 2K13 launches on March 5. The bundle saves players a whopping $20, as a new copy of NBA 2K13 can be picked up on Amazon for $39.99.

2K Sports bundled the two series together last year as well, packaging NBA 2K12 and MLB 2K12 up for $69.99. One of the differences this year revolved around the uncertainty of MLB 2K13 even existing until it was announced in January, as 2K Sports' licensing agreement with MLB was slated to expire last year. Click past the break to check out the 2K13 bundle cover, which features cover athletes David Price and Kevin Durant.

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JoystiqNBA 2K13 and MLB 2K13 bundle puts sports in your sports originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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"At this time, the agreement is pending court approval and we anticipate that it will be finalized shortly," a company representative told IGN. "We are very excited about the potential of this agreement and will have more to share at the appropriate time."

Take-Two plans to keep developer Yukes on to helm the franchise. The exact financial terms of the deal have yet to be disclosed. WWE isn't the only thing Take-Two picked up from the collapse of THQ, spending $10.9 million on Turtle Rock's still secret Evolve during the asset auction last month.

JoystiqTake-Two to publish WWE games pending court approval originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The "All Star Presented by Sprite" content pack is half-off, for 200 MSP on Xbox 360 or $2.50 on PS3, and snag 10,000 virtual currency for 120 MSP or $1.50. All sale content offered for Sony devices is available in North America only.

Play ball! Er - start dribbling! Oh, shut up.

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As for the contest, during April players can compete for a prize pool of $750,000 across 30 MLB Team Leaderboards. The top four in the overall leaderboard will be invited to New York during the MLB All-Star Week in July to compete for a grand prize of $250,000.

JoystiqMLB 2K13 brings back the Perfect Game Challenge originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 12 Feb 2013 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2K Sports previously noted NBA 2K13 sold 49 percent more worldwide during its first-week sales than previous record holder NBA 2K11. The franchise has now shipped over 15 million units since NBA 2K11.

Part of the series' success has been the lack of competition from Electronic Arts. Last year's NBA Live 13 was canceled, after already being downgraded to a digitally distributed product. It was the third consecutive year EA dropped the ball and didn't show up to compete with a basketball game.

JoystiqNBA 2K13 sets franchise records, ships 4.5 million copies originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The announcement of MLB 2K13 was more uncertain than you might think. 2K Sports' licensing agreement for MLB games was set to expire last year, and it was anything but definite that it would be renewed. Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take Two Interactive Software (of which 2K Sports is a subsidiary), said in 2010 the agreement was a "losing proposition," and that his company "didn't have any interest in pursuing losing propositions." Yet a new licensing agreement was made, and the MLB 2K series has life left in it, at least for now.

"We'd like to thank our league partners for their support in helping us reach an agreement to bring back MLB 2K," said Jason Argent, VP of marketing for 2K Sports. "We know fans are extremely passionate about the MLB 2K series and the Perfect Game Challenge."

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NBA 2K13 launched at retail for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and Wii U earlier in 2012, with mobile releases on PSP, Android and iOS devices, and a PC version as well. We find the console version "has little sizzle to go along with its scrumptious steak," which is a perfectly logical analogy for a game about sports. Really.

JoystiqNBA 2K13 welcomes the jam to Games on Demand originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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"This move will allow 2K to operate a significantly larger and more effective QA facility as we continue to grow our business across all divisions," said 2K COO David Ismailer.

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman noted, "We have a skilled and talented workforce in Las Vegas that is ideal for companies like Take-Two. I am so thrilled that they will be a part of the downtown community, and I know that their presence will attract other high-tech firms to Las Vegas."

Obviously, Take-Two made the move for some tax breaks. The publisher is also applying for "Catalyst Funds" from the state. The $10 million Catalyst Fund was created in 2011 and is designed to incentivize "the expansion or relocation of businesses that will quickly result in the creation of high-quality, primary jobs in Nevada."

Now, before you bring up that other government-financed debacle, let's be clear that there's a huge difference between $10 million and $75 million. Also, it doesn't appear Take-Two is seeking the whole enchilada.

JoystiqTake-Two moving 2K QA to downtown Las Vegas originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This developer video for NBA 2K13 elaborates on the Facebook, Android and iOS apps that expand the game's "My Player" career mode. The initiative, known as NBA 2K Everywhere, allows players to build up their characters' skill ratings through mini-games and unlock collectibles on the go.

JoystiqNBA 2K13 is everywhere in this developer video originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 04 Nov 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-Sportsandroidbasketballiosipadiphonemicrosoftmobilemy-careermy-playerNBAnba-2k13nintendopcplaystationplaystation-vitaps3socialsocial-gamesTake-TwoTake-Two-InteractivevitawiixboxSun, 04 Nov 2012 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K13 enjoys lack of competition, record sales]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-2k13-enjoys-lack-of-competition-record-sales/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-2k13-enjoys-lack-of-competition-record-sales/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-2k13-enjoys-lack-of-competition-record-sales/#comments 2K Sports' NBA 2K13 is reaping the benefits of EA's inability to develop a basketball game, with publisher Take-Two announcing the game has surpassed franchise sales records. Although no specific figures were provided, NBA 2K13 reportedly sold 49 percent more worldwide during its first-week sales than previous record holder NBA 2K11.

"Our early sales figures are a validation of our ongoing efforts to push this franchise to new heights," said 2K Sports VP of marketing Jason Argent. "We owe it to our great fans to continually improve our title - year in and year out - and that's exactly what we've done with NBA 2K13."

And, hopefully, Argent is sending an Edible Arrangement over to EA Sports HQ to thank them, as well. EA's canceled NBA Live 13, intended as a digitally distributed product, was the third year in a row Electronic Arts didn't show up for the basketball match.

JoystiqNBA 2K13 enjoys lack of competition, record sales originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It would appear that NBA 2K13 executive producer Shawn "JAY Z" Carter-Knowles saw fit in his artistic vision to include the international sensation in the game, but not on the game's soundtrack. Clever.

Celebrity appearances in basketball games are nothing new. NBA Jam has a long-standing history of including celebs, musicians, first ladies, politicians and even the president of the United States.

JoystiqNBA 2K13 delivers Justin Bieber experience originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The release date of an online sportsball game in China isn't the interesting part here, so much as the context. Tencent Holdings Limited has become quite the player over the past three years since Take-Two's plans were first announced. There's Tencent's relationship with Activision over Call of Duty Online, its acquisition of Riot Games and, most interestingly, its minority interest in Unreal Engine's lord and master Epic Games.

JoystiqTake-Two, Tencent collaboration 'NBA 2K Online' launches Oct. 24 in China originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 28 Sep 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-games2k-sportschinaEpic-Gamesnba-2k-onlinepcriot-gamestencenttencent-holdingstencent-holdings-limitedFri, 28 Sep 2012 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K Everywhere puts NBA 2K13 on everything]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/05/nba-2k-everywhere-puts-nba-2k13-on-everything/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/05/nba-2k-everywhere-puts-nba-2k13-on-everything/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/09/05/nba-2k-everywhere-puts-nba-2k13-on-everything/#comments 2K Sports has announced NBA 2K Everywhere, an omnipresenent initiative for every device that's within a few feet of you at all times. Beyond the core game for consoles and PC, there will be an NBA 2K13 companion app for a whole mess of mobile devices, a social game on Facebook, a regular mobile version of the game for iOS and Android and ... that may be it?

The MyNBA2K app, available in October for iOS, Android and Kindle, will be a collection of minigames, and will also connect to the main game's MyCAREER and MyTEAM features. The Facebook game, NBA 2K: MyLIFE, will allow players to import their MyCAREER avatar from the main game to compete for endorsement deals, which will unlock rewards in the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of the main game. Finally, there's an NBA 2K13 game for iOS and Android - again, available in October.

NBA 2K13 will be available in, you guessed it, October. EA's unusually quiet NBA Live 13 should be available around the same time, following a multi-year hiatus.

Gallery: NBA 2K13 (Cover Players)

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsandroidiosipadiphonemicrosoftmobilenba-2k13nintendopcplaystationps3take-twoTake-Two-Interactivewiiwii-uxboxWed, 05 Sep 2012 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K13 features US Olympic 'Dream Team' along with 2012's squad]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/15/nba-2k13-features-us-olympic-dream-team-along-with-2012s-squa/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/15/nba-2k13-features-us-olympic-dream-team-along-with-2012s-squa/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/15/nba-2k13-features-us-olympic-dream-team-along-with-2012s-squa/#comments NBA 2K13 features US Olympic team I think And some famous old guysTo celebrate the 20th anniversary of the legendary USA "Dream Team," 2K Sports is drafting the 1992 crew along with 2012's USA Men's National Team into the roster of NBA 2K13, the publisher has revealed.

NBA 2K13 executive producer Jay-Z (a legend on his own), said that the ability to pit the two National teams against each other will give fans the tools to solve "one of the greatest sports debates of our time." Who would come out on top? The 1992 "Dream Team" or this year's Olympic squad? It's up to you.

"In NBA 2K13, we're giving fans the opportunity to play as two of the best teams ever assembled in sporting history, literally putting the debate right into their hands," Jay-Z added.

Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Charles Barkley make up a few members of the legendary squad. Scottie Pippen - wearing the #8 jersey in 1992 - appears to be the only member absent from the team.

NBA 2K13 launches for the PC, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, and PSP on October 2. A Wii U version is planned for this holiday season.

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JoystiqNBA 2K13 features US Olympic 'Dream Team' along with 2012's squad originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Shawn "JAY Z" Carter-Knowles will serve as the executive producer of NBA 2K13, 2K Sports announced this morning. Mr. Z will curate the soundtrack and "lend artistic vision" to the world's top (by default for past few years) NBA video game.

Jay-Z's selection of 24 songs (including six of his own tracks) for the game's soundtrack can be found after the break. NBA 2K13 will hit the court on October 2.

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Joystiq99 problems for Jay-Z and an executive producer gig for NBA 2K13 is one of them originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsbasketballjay-znba-2k13take-twoTake-Two-InteractiveWed, 01 Aug 2012 08:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Get a damn basketball with your fancy copy of NBA 2K13]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/28/get-a-damn-basketball-with-your-fancy-copy-of-nba-2k13/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/28/get-a-damn-basketball-with-your-fancy-copy-of-nba-2k13/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/28/get-a-damn-basketball-with-your-fancy-copy-of-nba-2k13/#comments Get a damn basketball with your fancy copy of NBA 2K13Move over NBA Baller Beats, you're not the only video game shipping with an actual, honest to goodness basketball in the near future. The Dynasty Edition of NBA 2K13 will come packed with the colorful orb seen above, courtesy of Spalding. It appears to be covered in various human limbs, as far as we can tell.

The $99.99 collector's edition also comes with DLC in the form of "All-Star add-on content presented by Sprite," 2K Sports-branded earbuds from Skullcandy, and a "basketball textured controller skin" in case the thought of not feeling a basketball for 10 seconds is just too much to bear. Pre-orders can be placed through one of three retailers, accessible via the game's Facebook page.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportscollectors-editiondynasty-editionmicrosoftnba-2k13playstationps3take-twotake-two-interactivexboxThu, 28 Jun 2012 23:55:00 EST<![CDATA[Durant, Griffin, and Rose triple-dunk on NBA 2K13's cover]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/durant-griffin-and-rose-triple-dunk-on-nba-2k13s-cover/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/durant-griffin-and-rose-triple-dunk-on-nba-2k13s-cover/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/06/26/durant-griffin-and-rose-triple-dunk-on-nba-2k13s-cover/#comments These are the dudes on the NBA2K13 coverNBA stars Kevin Durant, Blake Griffin, and Derrick Rose were photographed jumping from a wet, glowing red basketball court and simultaneously dunking into three basketball hoops arranged in a semicircle, for the cover of NBA 2K13.

It may seem impossible - the kind of thing that would be made much easier by simply compositing three photographs of the athletes dunking separately - but these are professionals. Do you really doubt their ability to to synchronized-dunk on Tron Mars?

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JoystiqDurant, Griffin, and Rose triple-dunk on NBA 2K13's cover originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pre-orders for PS3 and Xbox 360 will receive NBA All-Stars-themed downloadable content, set in Houston, where players can stage their own All-Stars games and compete in three All-Stars events with current and classic players. Presented with all-new intuitive controls by Sprite, the NBA All-Stars' No. 1 athletic supporter!

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2K13's direct predecessor, NBA 2K12, shipped 5 million units, Take-Two said.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-Sportsfinancialsfy-2012microsoftNBA-2K13nintendopcplaystationps3pspsonyTake-TwowiixboxTue, 22 May 2012 17:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Report: MLB 2K12 Perfect Game Million Dollar Challenge ends with accusations of cheating]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/04/report-mlb-2k12-perfect-game-million-dollar-challenge-ends-with/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/04/report-mlb-2k12-perfect-game-million-dollar-challenge-ends-with/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/05/04/report-mlb-2k12-perfect-game-million-dollar-challenge-ends-with/#comments Image2K Sports' annual million dollar pitching challenge in its MLB 2K series had a bit of a change-up this year. Rather than awarding vast sums of cash to the first person to throw a perfect game in MLB 2K12, this year the competition introduced a new setup: a period of time where everyone could try to pitch a perfect game, and a complex algorithm judging the results and assigning scores. Taking a lower-rated pitcher against a great squad, for example, gives you more points.

The competition is closed and the final eight have been chosen, but one of the finalists has been accused of employing an exploit that allowed him to change the lineups on both teams prior to the start of the game, allegedly yielding a much higher score than his peers and allowing him to crack the top eight. Kotaku has several images of supposed text messages between William Haff, the accused, and Scott Young, the individual who claimed he belongs in the top eight (he ended up in tenth) because others used the exploit to overtake him.

The only problem is that a lot of the evidence is dependent on screen grabs of text messages - something anybody with a computer can create easily. However, Kotaku's Owen Good says he called Haff, who was apparently a bit dodgy when questioned yet assured he didn't break any of the official rules.

We've reached out to 2K Games for comment, and to find out whether or not this controversy will affect the remainder of this year's festivities, or any future contests.

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Milwaukee Brewers closer John Axford has a sweet mustache. The commentary team in Major League Baseball 2K12, Steve Phillips, Gary Thorne, and John Kruk even spend time talking about it when he's on the mound, throwing strikes. Yes, dialogue was recorded specifically to discuss the pitcher's facial hair -- and yet Axford's player model is clean-shaven with some average-joe sideburns.

Like Axford's mustache, something feels like it's missing from MLB 2K12, as if it were a rough version of what it could potentially become. Transitions between player animations feel jarring, fielders especially. In one instance, Chicago Cubs left fielder Alfonso Soriano gloved a ball at the wall down the third base line. He then proceeded to run in place for seven steps before turning and rocketing the ball to second base, where the runner was already safe. Instances like these pop up in every game, in which fielders in particular look stiff and sluggish, then take a few extra steps between their throws.

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MLB 2K12 launches on March 6, 2012. We recently got our hands on the game and played around with some of the improved pitching mechanics, all of which you can read about on our site.

[Thanks, Patrick.]

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Or, you can buy the new Game of the Year Edition on March 11, which packs the Legends Showcase DLC and a poster of "legends" Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird. At $49.99, it's the same price as the current game, so ... at least the choice of "just buying the regular version" is functionally eliminated.

That is, unless you don't live near a Best Buy -- this version is exclusive to the retailer "for a limited time."

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When MLB 2K12 launches in March, you'll be able to pick it up for the annual asking price of $60. If you spend $10 more, you can snag a combo pack including NBA 2K12, a game we're totally comfortable telling you is not too shabby. Outside of the inclusion of NBA 2K12, there are no differences between the separate SKUs.

2K Games has also announced the return of the annual perfect game pitching challenge, awarding one lucky virtual hurler (professional wrestler or not) a cool $1 million check. Hit the break for more details on this year's contest.

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While most sports fans are concerned with the Super Bowl right now, a small contingent of baseball diehards are eagerly counting down the days to Spring Training and the subsequent launch of this year's multi-platform baseball sim, MLB 2K12.

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The basketball simulator, which launched earlier this month, has been receiving solid reviews from critics. 2K Sports is definitely staying strong with its run of the court using the NBA license as EA Sports works out its basketball issues.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-Sportsmicrosoftnba-2k12pcplaystationps3xboxSat, 22 Oct 2011 03:30:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K12 review: Living the dream]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/nba-2k12-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/nba-2k12-review/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/nba-2k12-review/#comments I could never play in the NBA. Even if you forgive the fact that I'm significantly shorter than 7'2", and possess a jumpshot that's eerily similar to watching a pillowcase full of Jell-O get dropped from a roof in slow motion, there's no hope for me. Luckily, I can realize that dream through video games, and few titles allow me to do so with more simulated perfection than NBA 2K12.

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If you're 2K, your approach is simple: instead of focusing on one super star, you cram as many as you can in there. NBA 2K12 boasts a NBA's Greatest mode, which allows players to step into the shoes of fifteen different NBA Legends such as Isiah Thomas, Magic Johnson, Bill Russell, Karl Malone, Wilt Chamberlain, Patrick Ewing and more. And these classic matches go beyond simply dumping you into a game and letting you go silly with a particular NBA legend. Each game has all of the presentation bells and whistles of the time, along with some insightful commentary that covers the entire career of the star in question. It's half homage, half history lesson.

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And by "meet" we mean "get wicked dunked on by." NBA 2K12's "NBA's Greatest" mode is bringing history's greatest b-ballers out of retirement for one last virtual game, and judging by this latest trailer, they're going to be styling all over us.

JoystiqMeet the 'NBA's Greatest' in this NBA 2K12 trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird aren't the only classic ballers hitting the virtual hardwood in NBA 2K12 on October 4. 2K Games has confirmed that Julius Erving (Dr. J) and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will also be in the game. Personally, we've got our fingers crossed for a mini-game where you get to fight Abdul-Jabbar, Game of Death style.*

These Hall of Famers will be playable in a new "NBA's Greatest" mode, where players can relive basketball's classic moments using 15 NBA teams of years past. These teams and players can also be unlocked for use against current franchises.

Drive the lane into our gallery below to check out some screens of these guys in-game.

*No matter how many letters we write in crayon on the back of Denny's place mats pleading for this, we're sure it'll never happen.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-games2k-sportsbasketballdr-jjulius-ervingkareem-abdul-jabbarmicrosoftnba-2k12playstationps3sportsxboxWed, 03 Aug 2011 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K12 hits the hardwood on October 4, taps Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird for the cover]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/21/nba-2k12-hits-the-hardwood-on-october-4-taps-michael-jordan-ma/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/21/nba-2k12-hits-the-hardwood-on-october-4-taps-michael-jordan-ma/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/21/nba-2k12-hits-the-hardwood-on-october-4-taps-michael-jordan-ma/#comments The inclusion of Jordan in NBA 2K11 was a big deal, so 2K Sports is bringing him back. Jumpman 23 will grace the cover of NBA 2K12 in a stylized piece of art, created by Adam Larson of Adam&Co.

If you're looking for a little variety when it comes to basketball players on your game shelf, two additional SKUs featuring Larry Bird and Magic Johnson will be available in a limited quantity at launch on October 4. Regardless of which case you choose, you'll find the same game on the disc within.

Feel free to dip your toes into our gallery below for higher-resolution versions of the cover artwork, especially if you're way into swirling smoke and lightning bolts.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-games2k-sportse3e3-2011movenba-2k12playstationplaystation-moveps3visual-conceptsMon, 06 Jun 2011 20:56:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA extends multi-year licensing agreements with 2K and EA Sports]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/23/nba-extends-multi-year-licensing-agreements-with-2k-and-ea-sport/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/23/nba-extends-multi-year-licensing-agreements-with-2k-and-ea-sport/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/23/nba-extends-multi-year-licensing-agreements-with-2k-and-ea-sport/#comments Six years ago, the NBA counted five major game makers -- including Sony, Midway and Atari -- in its non-exclusive circle of licensees. That number has since dwindled to two, as the league today re-upped its multi-year licensing agreements with its longstanding (and still standing) video game partners, Take-Two Interactive and Electronic Arts.

Unsurprisingly, through its 2K Sports label, Take-Two will continue to make use of its NBA license in its successful NBA 2K franchise. The most recent release, NBA 2K11, has now sold more than five million units since its October 2010 debut, according to the publisher. The next iteration, NBA 2K12, is expected to be announced at E3.

Assuming 2K12 is on track to be released this fall (lockout or game on), it would mark a second straight year that 2K Sports' simulation series entered the market with no direct competition (Madden style!). EA, the NBA's oldest video game partner, permanently benched NBA Elite 11 last November after the company determined, "It was just going to be a bad game." EA Sports' next basketball sim won't be released until Fall 2012, with a download-only NBA Jam sequel subbing in this October.

Additionally, Take-Two is expected to "explore and develop new NBA licensed gaming opportunities, including online on social media platforms," according to a press announcement.

Counting itself as "the No. 1 U.S. sports league on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube," the NBA, through its NBA Digital label, has already released NBA Legends (developed by Lionside) and NBA Dynasty (in partnership with Disney-owned Playdom) on Facebook this year.

[Pictured: Bulls versus Lakers and the NBA Playoffs (EA, 1991); source: Hoopedia]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsbasketballeaea-sportslicenselicensingnbanba-2k10nba-2k11nba-2k12nba-digitalnba-dynastynba-jam-on-fire-editionnba-legendssalessocial-gamestake-twoMon, 23 May 2011 13:25:00 EST<![CDATA[2K Sports distances itself from sexy Serena Williams Top Spin 4 ad]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/sexy-serena-williams-top-spin-4-ad/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/sexy-serena-williams-top-spin-4-ad/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/21/sexy-serena-williams-top-spin-4-ad/#comments An advertisement for Top Spin 4 has made its way onto the internet, but it's not what one would call "official." Featuring Serena Williams, the ad was definitely made with 2K Sports' money and effort. We've attempted to get an official statement from 2K Sports, but the company doesn't appear to want to talk until it's eliminated every instance of the video from the internet.

The ad was originally posted on YouTube by the actress featured in the commercial -- apparently she wasn't satisfied with 2K Sports' decision to cancel the public release.

Update: 2K Sports' official statement: "As part of the process for creating marketing campaigns to support our titles, we pursue a variety of creative avenues. This video is not part of the title's final marketing campaign and its distribution was unauthorized."

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsmicrosoftnintendoplaystationps3Rileah-Vanderbiltserena-williamssexytop-spin-4wiixboxMon, 21 Mar 2011 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Pro wrestler pitches first known perfect MLB 2K11 game, wins nothing]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/pro-wrestler-pitches-first-known-perfect-mlb-2k11-game-wins-not/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/pro-wrestler-pitches-first-known-perfect-mlb-2k11-game-wins-not/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/03/09/pro-wrestler-pitches-first-known-perfect-mlb-2k11-game-wins-not/#comments After the break, you can watch the last three outs of a perfect game pitched in MLB 2K11 by a gamer named Michael Manna, who also happens to be known as professional wrestler Stevie Richards. Manna posted the video on YouTube hoping to win 2K Sports' $1 million perfect game contest, but he's been thwarted by the rules. Rather than having the contest go live on release day, as it did last year, this year's contest doesn't actually start until April 1, which means Manna's win doesn't actually count.

Too bad for Manna -- that's a pretty harsh chair to the back. But at least he knows he has the chops, so when the contest does kick off later this year, he can go up to the mound and try again.

[Thanks, Darrenn!]

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