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 2015 AOL, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Pelicans' Holiday is T-Rexing in NBA 2K15 glitch video]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/22/pelicans-holiday-is-t-rexing-in-nba-2k15-glitch-video/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/22/pelicans-holiday-is-t-rexing-in-nba-2k15-glitch-video/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/22/pelicans-holiday-is-t-rexing-in-nba-2k15-glitch-video/#comments
We're fairly certain that New Orleans Pelicans basketball player Jrue Holiday has perfectly functional arms in real life. As demonstrated by YouTube user wEEman33, it appears that NBA 2K15 disagrees. As seen in the video shared shared above, a recent glitch in the game caused Holiday's arms to seemingly retreat into his body following a server-side update to its MyTeam mode, leaving his hands to jut out from his shoulders like fish fins with opposable thumbs. To make matters worse, the shirtless Holiday was also missing part of his torso and occasionally disappeared, but none of it stopped him from sinking multiple three-point shots.

According to Operation Sports, the special armless "Sapphire" version of Holiday no longer exists, as Visual Concepts issued a patch to squash the bug yesterday. 2K Sports' basketball game is no stranger to horrifying glitches; NBA 2K15's face-scanning feature resulted in numerous monstrosities for created players. The publisher had fun with the issue, offering fans Halloween masks based on the face-scan glitch to print out and wear.
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JoystiqPelicans' Holiday is T-Rexing in NBA 2K15 glitch video originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Jan 2015 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There will also be a Borderlands: The Handsome Collection Claptrap-in-a-Box Edition, which includes everything in the standard mega box, with the addition of a remote controlled Claptrap steward robot, a collectible steel case and 12 "exclusive" lithographs. Where as the standard bundle will cost $60, the limited run of 5,000 Claptrap-in-a-Box Edition will cost $399. In fairness, a real Claptrap, along with research and development, would cost much more.

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JoystiqBorderlands 2, Pre-Sequel bundle announced for PS4, Xbox One originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 20 Jan 2015 08:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The house Sid Meier built, Firaxis, will send out an "interstellar strategy game" for PC, Mac and iPad in early 2015. According to 2K's initial announcement, players will research new technologies and spaceship designs, pierce through the unknown reaches of the galaxy and fight in turn-based combat, all hinged on "distinctive" maps and dynamically created combat missions.

"My goal was to create an experience that focuses on starship design and combat within a universe filled with interstellar adventure, diplomacy, and exploration," says Meier.

Publisher 2K is also teasing cross-connectivity between Starships and last year's turn-based Civilization spin-off, Beyond Earth.

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JoystiqSid Meier's 'Starships' blasts off this year originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Jan 2015 08:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamesfiraxisFiraxis-Gamesiosipadmacmobilepcsid-meiers-starshipsstarshipsMon, 19 Jan 2015 08:38:00 EST<![CDATA[Fourth Evolve monster granted with pre-orders or separate purchase]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/13/fourth-evolve-monster-granted-with-pre-orders-or-separate-purcha/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/13/fourth-evolve-monster-granted-with-pre-orders-or-separate-purcha/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/13/fourth-evolve-monster-granted-with-pre-orders-or-separate-purcha/#comments Turtle Rock Studios' four-versus-one multiplayer shooter Evolve will receive a number of add-ons following the game's launch in February. For $25, the game's Hunting Season Pass will introduce four new playable hunters this spring, one for each class in the game. Each hunter will also be available for purchase for $7.49 each. Season pass holders will also get exclusive access to three monster skins at Evolve's launch: Magma Goliath, Magma Kraken and Magma Wraith.

Turtle Rock Studios also revealed the Behemoth, a fourth playable "tank of a monster" that transforms into a rolling boulder, available this spring for $15. The Behemoth will also be part of the Monster Expansion Pack, a bonus for those that pre-order or pre-purchase Evolve. That expansion pack itself features a free Savage Goliath skin at the game's launch.

Additionally, the developer revealed two special edition versions of the game today, each available for pre-purchase. Evolve's Digital Deluxe Edition features the monster-slaying game, its season pass and the Monster Expansion Pack for $80, available on PC, PS4 and Xbox One. PC players get a special collector's edition to themselves as well: Evolve's $100 PC Monster Race Edition features the same goodies as the Digital Deluxe Edition as well as a fifth monster, two hunters and four monster skins that will be exclusive to PC Monster Race Edition players for 30 days.

Evolve will launch on February 10 and is available to pre-download starting today on Xbox One. While you can find a new trailer for the game to showcase the Behemoth after the break, stay tuned to Joystiq Streams at 4:00 p.m. ET today for a livestream of Evolve in action.
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JoystiqFourth Evolve monster granted with pre-orders or separate purchase originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 13 Jan 2015 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-games4v1add-onbonuscollectors-editiondigital-deluxe-editiondlcdownloadable-contentevolvehuntershunting-season-passmicrosoftmonsterspcpc-monster-race-editionplaystationpre-downloadpre-orderpre-purchaseps4season-passspecial-editiontake-twoturtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneTue, 13 Jan 2015 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Evolve PC specs sniffed out]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/12/evolve-pc-specs-sniffed-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/12/evolve-pc-specs-sniffed-out/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/12/evolve-pc-specs-sniffed-out/#comments When it comes to Evolve's newly-revealed PC specs, it's not quite "survival of the fittest." You do need a fairly decent rig to be part of the 4v1 fun, but the CryEngine shooter accommodates 4GB of system RAM and 1GB of graphical power at a minimum.

You can check out the full minimum and recommended requirements below the break, but there are a couple of extra infobits worth noting. First, 2K says Evolve supports 4K resolutions "right now," so you should be able to hunt down oodles of definition when the PC closed tests start anew on January 16.

However, 2K adds SLI (Scalable Link Interface) isn't supported "out of the box." The publisher says teams are working to get the multi-GPU turbocharge working with the game ASAP.

It's not long now until the hunt begins in full for PS4, Xbox One and PC on February 10. It's even less long until Evolve's Xbox One open beta, which is due to run across January 15-19. PS4 owners can also test the game out starting January 17, as long as they have a Big Alpha invite and PS Plus subscription.

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JoystiqEvolve PC specs sniffed out originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Jan 2015 09:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2Kevolvepcpc-specspcspecsspecsturtle-rock-studiosMon, 12 Jan 2015 09:32:00 EST<![CDATA[Evolve goes gold, spawns lengthy intro cinematic]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/08/evolve-goes-gold-spawns-lengthy-intro-cinematic/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/08/evolve-goes-gold-spawns-lengthy-intro-cinematic/http://www.joystiq.com/2015/01/08/evolve-goes-gold-spawns-lengthy-intro-cinematic/#comments

Left 4 Dead creator Turtle Rock Studios has completed development on its upcoming team-based monster shooter Evolve, and to celebrate publisher 2K Games has issued the above footage, a nearly three-minute-long intro cinematic pulled straight from the game.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamesevolvemicrosoftpcplaystationps4turtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneThu, 08 Jan 2015 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Borderlands Remastered Edition listed by Australian ratings board]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/12/borderlands-remastered-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/12/borderlands-remastered-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/12/borderlands-remastered-edition/#comments Borderlands may be the series to finally fill the void of cross-generation remasters, going by a new listing published by the Australian Classification Board. The MA15+ multiplatform rating for "Borderlands Remastered Edition" notes Gearbox Software and 2K Australia as the authors and 2K as the publisher. All that's missing is the official confirm from 2K [Update: When approached, a 2K spokesperson told Joystiq, "We have made no announcements and have nothing to state at this time.]

From here on in we've firmly got our speculating psycho mask on. So, the three Borderlands - 1, 2 and The Pre-Sequel - came to the last generation of systems. So it would make sense for a remastered re-release to bundle the trilogy for PS4, Xbox One and PC. Throw in all the DLC (why not?) and a friendly price tag and you, sir, are a gentleman and a scholar.

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JoystiqBorderlands Remastered Edition listed by Australian ratings board originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 12 Dec 2014 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K2K-Gamesacbaustraliaaustralian-classification-boardBorderlandsBorderlands Game of the Year Editionborderlands-remasteredborderlands-remastered-editiongearbox-softwareratingsTake-TwoTake-Two-InteractiveFri, 12 Dec 2014 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Blackman to head 2K's Hangar 13 studio]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/04/blackman-to-head-2ks-hanger-13-studio/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/04/blackman-to-head-2ks-hanger-13-studio/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/12/04/blackman-to-head-2ks-hanger-13-studio/#comments Former LucasArts staple Haden Blackman will head a new studio for publisher 2K. Designated Hangar 13, the Novato, California studio is working on an unannounced next-gen title.

Blackman was senior executive producer for the Star Wars games at LucasArts, working on Knights of the Old Republic and The Force Unleashed. After that, he founded and sold off Fearless Studios.

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JoystiqBlackman to head 2K's Hangar 13 studio originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 04 Dec 2014 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Doctors in the real world may have goliath-sized tuition bills to pay off, but Medics in Evolve have it pretty rough too, what with the giant monsters and all. If you've wondered whether the Medic life is the life for you, here's a walk in the boots of Evolve's Caira.
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JoystiqEvolve Medic Caira loves the smell of napalm and heals in the mornin' originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 23 Nov 2014 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamesevolvemicrosoftpcplaystationps4turtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneSun, 23 Nov 2014 22:30:00 EST<![CDATA[WWE 2K15's 'My Career' mode crashing Xbox One systems]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/19/wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode-crashing-xbox-one-systems/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/19/wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode-crashing-xbox-one-systems/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/19/wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode-crashing-xbox-one-systems/#comments WWE 2K15 launched off the top ropes and into Xbox One and PS4 systems this week, and was met with a number of technical issues as it landed. Polygon reported that Xbox One versions of the game crashed during multiple attempts to play My Career mode, a game-breaking problem listed by others on 2K's official support forums. One player discovered a trick that appeared to solve the issue: Disconnecting their system from the Internet seemed to make My Career mode available to them.

2K's support team addressed other concerns, such as instances where PS4 players are unable to download add-on content like the Sting and Hulk Hogan characters. Additionally, the publisher offered a guide for players stuck on the game's demo match, which happens for those downloading the launch update at the same time. We've reached out to 2K for information on the game's early issues and will update as we learn more.
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JoystiqWWE 2K15's 'My Career' mode crashing Xbox One systems originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rockstar's new PS3/PS4 comparison vid for Grand Theft Auto 5 sits somewhere between chill-out and trippy. One moment there's greenery, deer and dolphins, the next there are people magically appearing out of nowhere. Were those people on the street always there, but just... invisible before? Are they ghost people? Maybe we're all ghost people? Whoa.

Revelations aside, GTA 5 hits PS4 and Xbox One on November 18, and PC in 2015.
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JoystiqWatch, contrast and compare as GTA 5 slides from PS3 to PS4 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 06 Nov 2014 06:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2kcomparisongrand-theft-auto-5gta5playstationps3ps4rockstarTake-TwoThu, 06 Nov 2014 06:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Upload your face to this WWE 2K15 trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/upload-your-face-to-this-wwe-2k15-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/upload-your-face-to-this-wwe-2k15-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/upload-your-face-to-this-wwe-2k15-trailer/#comments 2K offered a new trailer for WWE 2K15 today, showing off a bit of the game's superstar customization options. The latest entry in the wrestling series from Yuke's and Visual Concepts allows players to upload photographs to 2K's servers, importing their likenesses onto the heads of custom wrestlers. Head past the break to check out the video, which also boasts custom tattoo and logo options in the game's creation suite.

WWE 2K15 is already available on Xbox 360 and PS3, having launched last week. 2K's wrestling series will debut on PS4 and Xbox One on November 18 in North America and November 21 internationally. The game features a historical rivalries "2K Showcase" mode as well as a My Career mode similar to the publisher's other popular sports series, NBA 2K. Its $25 season pass includes three additional stories for the 2K Showcase mode.
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JoystiqUpload your face to this WWE 2K15 trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Sportscawcharacter-creationcharacter-customizationcustommicrosoftplaystationps3ps4traileruser-created-contentuser-generated-contentVisual-Conceptswrestlingwwewwe-2k15xboxxbox-oneYukesMon, 03 Nov 2014 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Evolve alpha uncaged on PS4 following firmware troubles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/evolve-alpha-uncaged-on-ps4-following-firmware-troubles/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/evolve-alpha-uncaged-on-ps4-following-firmware-troubles/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/03/evolve-alpha-uncaged-on-ps4-following-firmware-troubles/#comments It's late to the hunting party, but the PS4 is finally up and running in Evolve's "Big Alpha" test. 2K also announced it's extending the closed alpha until 12PM PT tomorrow, November 4 (3PM ET, 8PM UK), and that's not just for PS4 but Xbox One and PC too.

After successfully launching the second Evolve alpha on other platforms, 2K had to postpone it on PS4 after issues with the console's new 2.00 firmware. In fairness, problems with the PS4 update aren't limited to Turtle Rock's alpha by any means, with numerous user reports noting a range of post-patch oddities.

To that effect, Sony's official PlayStation account tweeted last night, "We're aware of issues happening post PS4 2.00 firmware, including some freezes and boot errors. [We are] working to resolve [them] ASAP, will update soon."

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JoystiqEvolve alpha uncaged on PS4 following firmware troubles originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 03 Nov 2014 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2Kalphaevolveevolve-big-alphafirmware-2.00microsoftpcplaystationps4testturtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneMon, 03 Nov 2014 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Evolve's alpha test delayed on PS4 due to firmware issues]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/31/evolves-alpha-test-delayed-on-ps4-due-to-firmware-issues/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/31/evolves-alpha-test-delayed-on-ps4-due-to-firmware-issues/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/31/evolves-alpha-test-delayed-on-ps4-due-to-firmware-issues/#comments Evolve's "Big Alpha" test has been postponed on PlayStation 4, 2K announced today. After the PS4's recent version 2.0 firmware update resulted in a number of issues for players, the publisher also began "experiencing difficulties with the Evolve Big Alpha" on Sony's home console. "PlayStation and 2K are working together on a resolution," 2K noted.

The test was expected to hit PS4, Xbox One and PC this weekend, and it will still happen for the latter two systems. PS4 owners that happen to have an Xbox One or PC capable of playing Evolve are encouraged to use the registration code "05379-29749-32069" and referral code "EvolveBigAlpha4v1" to register for the alpha test on either of those systems via Turtle Rock Studios' site. Those suffering from the PS4's Rest Mode issues after the version 2.0 system update may also want to consider trying one possible fix listed here. Evolve will launch on February 10, 2015.

Update: 2K has addressed the issues stalling the hunt on PS4 in the following statement: "2K, Turtle Rock Studios and PlayStation continue to work hard to resolve the difficulties affecting the Evolve Big Alpha on PlayStation 4. Evolve's closed alpha test is still playable on Xbox One and PC. We thank our PS4 users for their continued patience. More information will be provided at the Evolve website, Twitter and Facebook pages as it becomes available."
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JoystiqEvolve's alpha test delayed on PS4 due to firmware issues originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Gamesalphaalpha-testdelaydelaysevolveevolve-big-alphaplaystationps4turtle-rock-studiosFri, 31 Oct 2014 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Take-Two reports slight bump in revenue for Q2]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/30/take-two-reports-slight-bump-in-revenue-for-q2/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/30/take-two-reports-slight-bump-in-revenue-for-q2/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/30/take-two-reports-slight-bump-in-revenue-for-q2/#comments Take-Two reported $126.3 million in revenue for the second quarter (ending September 30), a slight increase compared to the $125.4 million in revenue the publisher reported last quarter. It also represents a 15.1 percent decline compared to the same quarter last year, a period that itself didn't benefit from the launch of GTA 5, but rather The Bureau: XCOM Declassified and Borderlands 2 GOTY. By comparison, Take-Two didn't have many releases in the past quarter, save for three mobile games: Civilization Revolution 2, BioShock and WWE SuperCard.

The company also reported a net loss of $41.4 million for the quarter, representing a 66.7 percent improvement year-over-year, yet a 16.9 percent decline from its net losses for the last quarter ($35.4 million). With games like NBA 2K15, WWE 2K15, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel and Civilization: Beyond Earth arriving during the following quarter, Take-Two increased its non-GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) net revenue projections from $745 million to $760 million for Q3 2015.
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JoystiqTake-Two reports slight bump in revenue for Q2 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 30 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamesearningsfinancialslossesprofitq2-2015revenueTake-TwoTake-Two-InteractiveThu, 30 Oct 2014 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[The Borderlands timeline unfurled]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/20/gearbox-spoils-the-borderlands-timeline/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/20/gearbox-spoils-the-borderlands-timeline/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/20/gearbox-spoils-the-borderlands-timeline/#comments With the recent release of Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, Gearbox knows it may have some fans with questions on how the series' timeline is organized. That's understandable when your latest game is sub-titled "The Pre-Sequel." To bring order to the chaos, the series developer offered an "ultimate Borderlands timeline" on its blog late last week.

The comic-style timeline divulges major plot points from before the original Borderlands through its direct sequel, Borderlands 2. Viewers beware: Gearbox didn't shy away from spoiling those major events in the timeline, including that of The Pre-Sequel. Our review of the latest game noted that the game is "missing just a bit of soul," but still "has the makings of a pretty great Borderlands game." The series' overarching story will continue with The Walking Dead developer Telltale's adventure game, Tales From the Borderlands, which is expected to launch this year.
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JoystiqThe Borderlands timeline unfurled originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Oct 2014 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Gamesborderlandsborderlands-2borderlands-the-pre-sequelgearboxgearbox-softwaremicrosoftnarrativepcplaystationps3spoilersstorytimelinexboxMon, 20 Oct 2014 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[WWE 2K15 season pass includes three new rivarlies]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/14/wwe-2k15-season-pass-includes-three-new-rivarlies/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/14/wwe-2k15-season-pass-includes-three-new-rivarlies/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/14/wwe-2k15-season-pass-includes-three-new-rivarlies/#comments 2K Sports detailed its downloadable content plans for WWE 2K15 today, divulging information on the game's season pass program as well. The wrestling game will receive three additional 2K Showcase stories, two character packs and one moves pack. The game's 2K Showcase mode features two historical rivalries, John Cena versus CM Punk as well as Triple H versus Shawn Michaels, as Yuke's and Visual Concepts' major single-player feature. The three additional rivalries are One More Match (2011's Randy Orton versus Christian rivalry), Hall of Pain (the top matches of Mark Henry) and Path of the Warrior (the career of Ultimate Warrior) for $10 each.

Those 2K Showcase bonuses as well as the WWE Diva Paige and the game's "accelerator" on-disc content unlock tool will all be part of the $25 season pass. The other three pieces of DLC, which are not included in WWE 2K15's season pass, add over 30 new moves ($4), WCW superstars like Diamond Dallas Page and Lex Luger ($8) and NXT wrestlers such as JBL, Adam Rose and Emma ($7) to the game. WWE 2K15 will launch on October 28 for PS3 and Xbox 360, then on November 18 for PS4 and Xbox One. Those that pre-order the game will receive two playable versions of WCW icon Sting as well.
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JoystiqWWE 2K15 season pass includes three new rivarlies originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As PocketGamer notes, the card battler appears to be a replacement for a more traditional mobile basketball game. It features in-app credit purchases and over 1000 cards featuring players who compete through a season of numbers crunching, with the ability to make purchases that transfer to NBA 2K15. The companion app is available for both iOS and Google Play devices.

JoystiqNBA 2K card-battling app now available originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 13 Oct 2014 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pre-order customers will have a guaranteed spot in the Halloween weekend alpha on their platform of choice. The "Big Alpha" test requires that PS4 and Xbox One users have a PS Plus or Xbox Live Gold subscription, respectively. Turtle Rock Studios also offered a special limited-use code for "a couple thousand" alpha testers to register with on its blog. The four-versus-one multiplayer shooter was delayed in August after a previous alpha test, and will launch on February 10, 2015.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Gamesalphaalpha-testbig-alphaevolvefpsmicrosoftmultiplayerpcplaystationps4shooterturtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneThu, 09 Oct 2014 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[NHL 2K faces off on iOS, Android today [Update: Nope, it's delayed]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/01/nhl-2k-faces-off-on-ios-android-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/01/nhl-2k-faces-off-on-ios-android-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/10/01/nhl-2k-faces-off-on-ios-android-today/#comments Update: This just in from 2K - "The global launch of NHL 2K is being delayed to ensure we are able to offer our fans the best gaming experience possible, on all compatible mobile devices. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but will keep you updated on the title's expected availability as it is confirmed."

The mobile return of NHL 2K takes center ice today on iOS and Android, 2K confirmed to Joystiq. Announced last month, the game is the first in 2K Sports' hockey series to launch in four years since NHL 2K11 for Wii and iOS. The "complete and portable All-Star NHL experience" costs $7.99 and will receive live roster updates as the hockey season carries on.

Developed by Visual Concepts and Virtuos, NHL 2K includes 2K's trademark multi-season My Career mode (which WWE 2K15 will also feature in its own way) as well as a quick Mini-Rink three-on-three mode. Players can also participate in asynchronous turn-based shootouts with one another or take their favorite teams through a full NHL season. NHL 2K also includes a Winter Classic outdoor arena as well as a Free Skate mode for players to practice their skills.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Sportsandroidhockeyiosipadiphonemobilenhlnhl-2kout-nowsportsvirtuosVisual-ConceptsWed, 01 Oct 2014 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Get a push, win the belt in WWE 2K15's 'My Career' mode]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/09/30/get-a-push-win-the-belt-in-wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/09/30/get-a-push-win-the-belt-in-wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/09/30/get-a-push-win-the-belt-in-wwe-2k15s-my-career-mode/#comments 2K Sports offered details today on WWE 2K15's other career mode, My Career. Much like the mode of the same name in Visual Concepts' NBA 2K series, in My Career, players take a custom wrestler through the career path of a WWE superstar. The mode begins by having players learn the ropes at the Orlando-based WWE Performance Center, eventually headlining WrestleMania and winning the top championship titles in the company.

The mode features seasoned trainer Bill DeMott and general manager Vickie Guerrero, the latter setting matches and giving wrestlers goals to advance their career. As the journey unfolds, wrestlers improve their attributes and unlock new abilities and moves while developing alliances and rivalries with others on the WWE roster. With each decision a player makes in My Career, the crowd's reaction will change and "multiple branching storylines, surprises, twists and turns" will manifest, complimenting the game's other, historical career mode, 2K Showcase. WWE 2K15 will launch October 28 for Xbox 360 and PS3, arriving later on November 18 for PS4 and Xbox One.
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JoystiqGet a push, win the belt in WWE 2K15's 'My Career' mode originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Sep 2014 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Those that pre-order the wrestling game will receive two versions of the iconic WCW wrestler Sting. The marquee story mode for this year's WWE game from Yuke's is 2K Showcase, which spotlights the lengthy feuds between Shawn Michaels and Triple H as well as John Cena and CM Punk. The historical mini-documentary-style mode spans 33 matches and unlocks additional attire, wrestlers and championship titles for use in the rest of the game.
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JoystiqWWE 2K15 gameplay trailer jumps the boogie originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Sep 2014 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BioShock Infinite may rise again in a new Complete Edition, going by listings on GameStop and Amazon Canada. Both retailers have the re-packaged edition of Irrational's game for Xbox 360 and PS3, priced $40 (US & CND) and due for release on November 4. 2K has not announced any new versions of BioShock Infinite, so we've reached out to the publisher for clarification.

The box art on GameStop says the Complete Edition "includes all add-on packs." Also, the product details list the base game plus the Clash in the Clouds arena combat mode, the pair of Burial at Sea episodes, the Columbia's Finest gear and upgrades pack, and the similar Early Bird Special add-on pack which came with the season pass.

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While the tutorial mentioned the PlayStation Camera by name, 2K says the feature uses "first-party camera hardware." The publisher also doesn't specify whether the feature is locked to a given console, indicating that Xbox One players can use the Kinect to scan their faces as well. NBA 2K15 will launch October 7 for PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.
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JoystiqNBA 2K15 scans your face, thinks you're beautiful originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Sep 2014 21:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NHL 2K is the first entry in the series to surface in four years, the last being 2010's NHL 2K11 for Wii and iOS. The latest game is the result of a cooperative effort between NBA 2K developer Visual Concepts and Virtuos Games, the same studio that lent a hand to Square Enix with Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster in January. NHL 2K will include iCloud support on iOS devices, NHL GameCenter Live connectivity and MFi controller support.
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"Visual Concepts and Yukes are committed to delivering the most authentic and action-packed WWE experience to date, including release for the very first time on next-generation consoles," Visual Concepts President Greg Thomas said via press release. "The additional development time enables our talented teams to ensure the WWE 2K15 next-gen experience fully meets our expectations." The game will feature a historical rivalry mode that focuses on two feuds in WWE's history: CM Punk versus John Cena and Triple H versus Shawn Michaels.
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JoystiqWWE 2K15 delayed to November on next-gen originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Sep 2014 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One of the ways they'll be able to build their team this year is through a real-time auction house, seen in a few of the game's screens provided by 2K. Players will also have a challenge mode to put their team through its paces in several "What if?" fantasy scenarios. 2K Sports plans to add both multiplayer and weekly challenges to MyTeam throughout the year as well as user-created content. NBA 2K15 will launch October 7 for PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.
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JoystiqNBA 2K15 wonders "What if?" in MyTeam trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 15 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Williams clarified that he'll still be working in the games industry, but "in the background." As for his final projects with 2K, both Evolve and Civilization: Beyond Earth will have Williams' name stamped on them, under the title Senior Writer/Designer.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamescivilization-beyond-earthdepartureevolveSpec-Ops-The-Linewalt-williamsSun, 07 Sep 2014 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel season pass, pre-order Slaughter Pit announced]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/31/borderlands-the-pre-sequel-season-pass-pre-order-slaughter-pit/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/31/borderlands-the-pre-sequel-season-pass-pre-order-slaughter-pit/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/31/borderlands-the-pre-sequel-season-pass-pre-order-slaughter-pit/#comments
In case you were worried about running out of loot to hoard in Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, a $30 season pass has been announced for Gearbox and 2K Australia's upcoming shootout on Pandora's moon. The pass will last for four additional content packs, which a related press release notes will include "new characters, missions and experiences." Vault hunters wary of preemptive bulk DLC purchases will still be able to pick up the packs individually as they release for $9.99 apiece.

As is the modern custom, bonus content called the Shock Drop Slaughter Pit can also be earned by pre-ordering The Pre-Sequel from select retailers. Those waiting on holiday sales to stock up on this year's remaining games won't miss out on the Slaughter Pit though, as the press release adds it will be available for purchase later on.
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JoystiqBorderlands: The Pre-Sequel season pass, pre-order Slaughter Pit announced originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 31 Aug 2014 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If an invite to Evolve's upcoming closed alpha is your white whale, you've got two (constructive) options: Play a round of Evolve at 2K's PAX Prime booth (Level 4, booths 814 and 1414), or stalk Evolve's social media channels and the Turtle Rock forums. Hunting game at Prime will earn you an invitation to register, but "additional chances" can be tracked down on Twitter, Facebook and the forums.

Unfortunately, putting down your first monster is going to be a lot like real-world hunting - the alpha's reveal post doesn't specify when the event will begin, so you'll need to keep a determined watch on the aforementioned channels or your inbox.

The upcoming expedition will follow a separate alpha from July which must have thinned out Turtle Rock's monster supply, as Evolve was rescheduled for February 10, 2015 days after the alpha went live.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Gamesevolvemicrosoftpcplaystationps4turtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneSun, 31 Aug 2014 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K15's 'Yakkem' trailer is red hot]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/25/nba-2k15s-yakkem-trailer-is-red-hot/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/25/nba-2k15s-yakkem-trailer-is-red-hot/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/25/nba-2k15s-yakkem-trailer-is-red-hot/#comments 2K Sports' latest trailer for NBA 2K15 includes voiceover work by the basketball sim's pre-game commentary team Ernie Johnson and Shaquille O'Neal, the latter coining the phrase "Yakkem." Set to "Suck my Kiss" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the video shows the player models of a number of athletes, including LeBron James in his Cavaliers uniform.

The publisher issued a second video late last week in which NBA players Steph Curry, James Harden, Anthony Davis and NBA 2K15 cover athlete Kevin Durant discuss the NBA 2K series. NBA 2K15 will launch October 7 for PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. 2K Sports added 11 new Euroleague teams to this year's game, which features a soundtrack hand-picked by Pharrell Williams.
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The publisher noted that over 82 million victories were recorded in exhibition mode, and that over 575,000 King of the Ring tournaments were kicked off since the game launched. Players logged in to the game for over 18 million unique play sessions, which averaged about 14 minutes each time. The free-to-play game allows players to purchase in-game currency that unlocks card packs, which range in price from $1.99 to $25, to acquire the game's 400-plus unique cards. 2K said it intends to update the game's roster and introduce new cards in the future.
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2K unveiled a new game today that puts pro wrestling and trading cards in the same ring, WWE SuperCard. The game is available now on iOS and Android via Google Play for free, and has players building teams of WWE superstars to compete against other players' decks in exhibition and King of the Ring matches. The card battler features somewhat humorous animations in which two trading cards twirl and body slam one another after a simple comparison of their power, charisma and other skills.

Developed by Cat Daddy Games, WWE SuperCard also features the combining and training of cards in order to build players' stables of wrestlers, in addition to paid card packs. By purchasing in-game credits at a minimum rate of 200 for $1.99, players can pick up Superstar Packs that offer one random card of "common" or "epic" rarity for roughly one dollar. The most expensive bundles are Epic Packs, which cost 2,500 credits ($25) and dish out one random superstar card of "epic" or "legendary" rarity.
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Joystiq2K launches WWE card game for iOS, Android originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 14 Aug 2014 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We can't hunt what lurks in Evolve's winding maps until February 10, but at least now Xbox One owners have a sense of when they can get some practice in: During Microsoft's Gamescom presentation, it was announced that beta access will be available in January, with DLC arriving first on Xbox One later on.
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2kevolvegamescom-2014gamescom-2014-xboxmicrosoftturtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneTue, 12 Aug 2014 08:47:00 EST<![CDATA[WWE 2K15's historical rivalry mode stars CM Punk, Shawn Michaels]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/wwe-2k15s-historical-rivalry-mode-stars-cm-punk-shawn-michaels/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/wwe-2k15s-historical-rivalry-mode-stars-cm-punk-shawn-michaels/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/11/wwe-2k15s-historical-rivalry-mode-stars-cm-punk-shawn-michaels/#comments WWE 2K15 will feature a 2K Showcase career mode that spotlights two wrestling rivalries in WWE's history, 2K Sports announced. The mode will focus on the feud between Triple H and Shawn Michaels from 2002 to 2004 as well as the more recent rivalry between CM Punk and cover star John Cena from 2011 to 2013. CM Punk's contract with WWE recently ended, so the Chicago-born wrestler's inclusion in the upcoming game was previously in question.

The 2K Showcase mode will span 33 matches across the two rivalries in a mini-documentary style similar to WWE 13's Attitude Era mode and 30 Years of WrestleMania in WWE 2K14, complete with video packages and scripted commentary as well as historically-accurate characters and events. By playing through the rivalry mode, players will unlock wrestlers, alternate attire and championship titles that can be accessed throughout the rest of the game. Additionally, 2K Sports will build on the 2K Showcase mode after the game's launch by introducing more rivalries as DLC packs, though it did not say what feuds will be included (fingers crossed for Heath Slater's series of losses in 2012 to various WWE legends). WWE 2K15 will launch October 28 for PS4, Xbox One, PS3 and Xbox 360.
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JoystiqWWE 2K15's historical rivalry mode stars CM Punk, Shawn Michaels originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 11 Aug 2014 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-showcase2K-Sportscareer-modecm-punkCMPunkfeudjohn-cenamicrosoftModeplaystationps3ps4rivalryshawn-michaelsTake-TwoTriple-HVisual-ConceptswrestlingWWEwwe-2k15xboxxbox-oneYukesMon, 11 Aug 2014 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Take-Two revenue drops 12% in Q1 2015]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/05/take-two-revenue-drops-12-in-q1-2015/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/05/take-two-revenue-drops-12-in-q1-2015/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/05/take-two-revenue-drops-12-in-q1-2015/#comments Take-Two reported $125.4 million in net revenue for the fiscal first quarter of 2015, a three-month period of time that ended on June 30. That represents a 12 percent decline compared to the same quarter last year ($142.7 million), and a 35.8 percent drop from the previous quarter.

The publisher also reported a net loss of $35.4 million, a 14.9 percent jump from its $30.8 million losses reported last quarter. That also compares favorably to the same quarter one year ago, as Take-Two's reported losses are a 42.8 percent decrease from the $61.9 million losses for fiscal Q1 2014. The publisher also announced a delay for one of its major upcoming releases, Turtle Rock Studios' Evolve, which will now launch on February 10, 2015.
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JoystiqTake-Two revenue drops 12% in Q1 2015 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 Aug 2014 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Gamesearningsfinancialsq1-2015revenueTake-TwoTake-Two-InteractiveTue, 05 Aug 2014 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[WWE 2K15 collector's edition has 24-inch pythons, brother]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/04/wwe-2k15-collectors-edition-has-24-inch-pythons-brother/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/04/wwe-2k15-collectors-edition-has-24-inch-pythons-brother/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/04/wwe-2k15-collectors-edition-has-24-inch-pythons-brother/#comments The special collector's edition of WWE 2K15 costs $100 and is exclusive to the game's PS4 and Xbox One versions, 2K Sports announced today. In addition to a copy of the latest wrestling game from Yuke's and Visual Concepts, the Hulkamania Edition features pre-order-exclusive Hulk Hogan and Hollywood Hulk Hogan playable characters for the game plus the two bonus versions of WCW star Sting, another pre-order extra for WWE 2K15.

WWE 2K15's Hulkamania Edition also features tangible goodies only found in the collector's box (and on eBay shortly after launch for what will surely be ludicrous prices). Hulkamaniacs will receive a collectible art card personally signed by the Hulkster himself as well as a piece of the ring canvas Hogan strutted on in his Monday Night Raw appearance on March 10, 2014 in Memphis, Tennessee. Lastly, the special edition will include a vinyl figure of Hogan's "Hollywood" gimmick made by Funko.

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JoystiqWWE 2K15 collector's edition has 24-inch pythons, brother originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 04 Aug 2014 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2K-Sportscollectors-editionhulk-hoganhulkamaniamicrosoftplaystationpre-orderps4special-editionTake-TwoVisual-ConceptswrestlingWWEwwe-2k15xbox-oneYukesMon, 04 Aug 2014 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Check your mail, Evolve alpha invites are out in the wild]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/31/check-your-mail-evolve-alpha-invites-are-out-in-the-wild/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/31/check-your-mail-evolve-alpha-invites-are-out-in-the-wild/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/31/check-your-mail-evolve-alpha-invites-are-out-in-the-wild/#comments You may want to investigate your inbox for signs of evolution, because 2K announced it's sent out invites for the Evolve alpha. According to images posted online, the alpha PC test will run this weekend between Friday, August 1 and Sunday, August 3.

If you signed up but didn't get an invite, 2K says there'll be more opportunities in "future alphas." In the meantime, you can live Turtle Rock's Kraken-cracking shooter through our video preview. In it, Editor-in-Chief Ludwig Kietzmann describes the game as similar to that Jurassic Park scene where Robert Muldoon is alone hunting the velociraptor, but now there are four Robert Muldoons and the velociraptor is Godzilla. But no Jeff Goldblum, sadly.

If you'd rather wait for the game proper, Evolve hits PS4, Xbox One and PC on October 21.
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JoystiqCheck your mail, Evolve alpha invites are out in the wild originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 31 Jul 2014 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K2K-gamesalphaevolvepcturtle-rockturtle-rock-studiosThu, 31 Jul 2014 08:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Evolve wants you to try its alpha]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/04/evolve-wants-you-to-try-its-alpha/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/04/evolve-wants-you-to-try-its-alpha/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/07/04/evolve-wants-you-to-try-its-alpha/#comments Today of all days, America needs you to sign up and do your duty. By which we mean sign up to try the Evolve alpha, which this Euro reporter sadly notes is limited to North America.

Personal grievances aside, here's what you need to do for a chance of being selected. Head to the sign-up site, and when asked enter the password "happyhunting" and referral code "JoinTheHunt" along with all required details. Also, make sure you have a Steam account as you'll need one. 2K Games aims to have its participant list nailed down by tomorrow, July 5, so don't procrastinate before you celebrate today.

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JoystiqEvolve wants you to try its alpha originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 04 Jul 2014 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K2K-Gamesalphaevolvemicrosoftpcplaystationps4release-dateturtle-rock-studiosxbox-oneFri, 04 Jul 2014 07:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K15 expands Euroleague lineup with 11 more teams]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2014/05/16/nba-2k15-expands-euroleague-lineup-with-11-more-teams/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/05/16/nba-2k15-expands-euroleague-lineup-with-11-more-teams/http://www.joystiq.com/2014/05/16/nba-2k15-expands-euroleague-lineup-with-11-more-teams/#comments NBA 2K15 will feature a total of 25 Euroleague teams thanks to the addition of 11 more this year, 2K Sports announced today. The highest level of professional basketball in Europe will be better represented in the basketball sim thanks to the inclusion of teams like Germany's FC Bayern Munich, France's JSF Nanterre and Serbia's Partizan NIS Belgrade. The full list of Euroleague teams in the game can be found after the break.

NBA 2K15 will be the first simultaneous release in the series for current and next-gen systems, as it is due out October 7 in North America (October 10 internationally) for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3. Xbox 360 and PC. 2K Sports' last entry was also the first on PS4 and Xbox One, and it coped with significant online server issues that locked players out of game content. Oklahoma City Thunder small forward and the NBA's Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant will be featured as NBA 2K15's cover athlete.

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JoystiqNBA 2K15 expands Euroleague lineup with 11 more teams originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 16 May 2014 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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