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[Xbox Live kicks off 'Big Sports Weekend' with free UFC, MLB]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/25/xbox-live-kicks-off-big-sports-weekend-with-free-ufc-mlb/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/25/xbox-live-kicks-off-big-sports-weekend-with-free-ufc-mlb/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/25/xbox-live-kicks-off-big-sports-weekend-with-free-ufc-mlb/#comments Xbox Live kicks off 'Big Sports Weekend' with free UFC, MLBXbox Live is hosting a "Big Sports Weekend" event for both Gold and free subscribers that unlocks some sports content at no extra cost. Among the noteworthy unlocked features this weekend are the ability to watch out-of-market and on-demand MLB games normally limited to MLB.TV subscribers, full NFL Draft coverage on the ESPN app and seven free fights on the UFC app.

The seven UFC "story fights" all feature either Chael Sonnen or Jon Jones leading up to their UFC 159 encounter this Saturday, which is not part of the Xbox Live Big Sports Weekend package, as it's a pay-per-view event. Viewers can also access the NBA Game Time and NHL GameCenter apps for playoff highlights and recaps this weekend, but will need the standard subscriptions to watch live playoff games.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appbig-sports-weekendchael-sonnenespnjon-jonesmicrosoftnbanflnhlufcufc-159xboxXbox-LiveThu, 25 Apr 2013 12:30:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 2K13 is everywhere in this developer video]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/04/nba-2k13-is-everywhere-in-this-developer-video/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/04/nba-2k13-is-everywhere-in-this-developer-video/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/04/nba-2k13-is-everywhere-in-this-developer-video/#comments
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.

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Game Time will have a lot of the same functionality found in other Xbox 360 streaming apps like ESPN, UFC and MLB.TV. You'll be able to watch live games, highlights and replays in HD, set a specific favorite team to follow and monitor team schedules and stats all through the app. Game Time also features the ability to watch up to two games at once, or watch a live game and catch up on highlights in a split-screen view. In keeping with Microsoft's mandate on all new Xbox 360 apps, Game Time features Kinect-enabled voice and gesture controls.

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JoystiqNBA Game Time drives the lane on Xbox 360 today originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Oct 2012 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NBA Baller Beats, the Kinect-based basketball rhythm game, sold a mere 3,000 copies in the US during its debut month of September, sales tracking service NPD told Joystiq. An odd outcome for a game that had a controversially high number of Twitter followers and YouTube views.

We weren't given the opportunity to review the game [ahead of launch - Ed.] by publisher Majesco, despite repeated requests, but we did find a unicorn that actually purchased NBA Baller Beats in the meantime.

"The game itself is well done and one of the better Kinect titles on the market," Robert Goode of the CAGcast told us. "Unfortunately, the market of athletic basketball fans who also have a Kinect and an unfinished basement is not flourishing."

And this post likely concludes our The Good, The Bad and The Ugly day of basketball stories here on Joystiq.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>basketballkinectmicrosoftnbanba-baller-beatsxboxFri, 12 Oct 2012 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA assured by EA next NBA Live will meet 'mutual standard of excellence']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-assured-by-ea-next-nba-live-will-meet-mutual-standard-of-ex/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-assured-by-ea-next-nba-live-will-meet-mutual-standard-of-ex/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/12/nba-assured-by-ea-next-nba-live-will-meet-mutual-standard-of-ex/#comments The NBA said it will "continue to work together with [EA] as we always have," when recently asked about the cancellation of NBA Live 13.

John Acunto, VP of Marketing Communications for the NBA told Joystiq that the NBA has "had a great relationship with EA for more than 20 years. We are obviously disappointed that EA will not be releasing NBA LIVE 13 this year, but have been assured by EA that the next release of NBA LIVE will meet our mutual standards of excellence."

EA's Executive VP Andrew Wilson said the team plans on "making next year's game great."

Take-Two recently revealed record sales for the other major NBA licensed game this year, NBA 2K13, which sold 49 percent more in its first week than past games in the series.

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NBA Live 13 has officially been delayed, and won't launch at the beginning of October as expected. EA hasn't given a new release date for the game yet. Competitor NBA 2K13 is still set to drop on October 2, and the NBA season is scheduled for a start on October 30 of this year.

EA decided to cancel its basketball series back in 2010. NBA Live 13 was supposed to be its triumphant return, but EA hasn't shown much of it.

The same announcement of the game's delay contained the trailer above, so it certainly seems to be on its way to reality. We'll stay tuned for any more information on a possible release.

JoystiqNBA Live 13 delayed, no release date in sight originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You're gonna need all of Majesco's Mamas to help clean up after destroying your living room with the publisher's latest Kinect game, NBA Baller Beats. What in the world is NBA Baller Beats, pray tell? Why it's, "a fun, high energy and first-of-its kind participative basketball video game launching this fall exclusively on Kinect for the Xbox 360," of course! Yes, you read that right: it's a Kinect game played with an actual basketball in your living room.

It looks like Majesco is going all out for this one, with a tracklist featuring the likes of "Kanye West, Run DMC, Gorillaz, Them Crooked Vultures, Common, Tiesto and more." No word is given on Majesco partnering with any insurance companies alongside the game's launch this fall, but we expect to hear more on that at E3.

Update: USA Today's exclusive on the game describes it as more of a rhythm/music game than a dribbling coach. "Players bounce the ball to the beat of the music; your visual cue is a line of basketballs that flows on a musical trail," it reads.You'll also need to perform specific moves along the way. "An icon prepares you for an upcoming basketball move you need to perform, also in time with the music. That may be a crossover from one hand to the other, a dribble between the legs, a pass fake or shot fake." Color us intrigued! We're still terrified for our living rooms, of course.

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JoystiqNBA Baller Beats: Make Space to Jam in your living room originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>basketballhb-studioskinectmajescomajesco-entertainmentmicrosoftnbanba-baller-beatsxboxWed, 25 Apr 2012 09:50:00 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.

Gallery: NBA 2K12 (9/9/11)

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JoystiqNBA 2K12 review: Living the dream originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsbasketballmicrosoftnbanba-2k12playstationps3sportsvisual-conceptsxboxFri, 07 Oct 2011 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Meet the 'NBA's Greatest' in this NBA 2K12 trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/23/meet-the-nbas-greatest-in-this-nba-2k12-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/23/meet-the-nbas-greatest-in-this-nba-2k12-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/23/meet-the-nbas-greatest-in-this-nba-2k12-trailer/#comments
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.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-Sports2K12microsoftNBAnba-2k12playstationps3xboxTue, 23 Aug 2011 04:30:00 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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JoystiqNBA extends multi-year licensing agreements with 2K and EA Sports originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 May 2011 13:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[NBA Jam: On Fire Edition drives to PSN, XBLA this October]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/nba-jam-on-fire-edition-drives-to-psn-xbla-this-october/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/nba-jam-on-fire-edition-drives-to-psn-xbla-this-october/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/nba-jam-on-fire-edition-drives-to-psn-xbla-this-october/#comments EA Sports is working on a follow-up to last year's reboot of NBA Jam, but this one's going download-only. NBA Jam: On Fire Edition is set to take the court in October for both PS3 and Xbox Live (no Wii release announced) and will arrive via PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade, respectively. It's worth noting that last year's game was a full $50 retail release, but a stripped-down version was originally planned as a downloadable title free to those who purchased new copies of the ill-fated NBA Elite 11.

On Fire Edition will benefit from new opponent AI (adapted from the Fight Night titles), revamped visuals and a host of new online features including an online co-op "Road Trip" campaign mode and roster updates. The new AI is promising competition that "learns your tendencies and throws them back in your face."

Y'know, kind of like having the fact that you paid 50 bucks for the last game, when this one will probably run $15-20, thrown back in your face. Boomshakalaka!

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JoystiqNBA Jam: On Fire Edition drives to PSN, XBLA this October originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>basketballeaea-tiburonelectronic-artsmicrosoftnbanba-jamnba-jam-on-fire-editionplaystationps3psnsportstiburonxblaxboxTue, 05 Apr 2011 17:08:00 EST<![CDATA[Next EA basketball simulation game coming fall 2012]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/next-ea-basketball-simulation-game-coming-fall-2012/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/next-ea-basketball-simulation-game-coming-fall-2012/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/05/next-ea-basketball-simulation-game-coming-fall-2012/#comments Buried at the bottom of a press release for NBA Jam: On Fire Edition -- a downloadable title coming this fall to PSN and XBLA -- is news that the next "real" basketball game from EA Sports won't be here until fall 2012. Nothing makes for a better distraction than (NBA Jam: On) Fire!

"As planned, our next NBA simulation title is in development at our Tiburon Studio in Orlando," EA Sports president Peter Moore said in the announcement. "We have top talent on the game, and we're giving the new development team time to deliver a superior experience. We're making great strides and looking forward to launching a new game next year." That lesson about giving the team plenty of time was learned the hard way: through the near-release and scrapping of NBA Elite 11.

This means it'll be three full years between EA basketball sims, during which time 2K Sports will enjoy its status as the Harlem Globetrotters of the basketball video game market.

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JoystiqNext EA basketball simulation game coming fall 2012 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>basketballeaea-sportsea-tiburonelectronic-artsfall-2012nbapeter-mooreTue, 05 Apr 2011 17:03:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Michael Jordan to grace the cover of NBA 2K11]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/27/rumor-michael-jordan-to-grace-the-cover-of-nba-2k11/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/27/rumor-michael-jordan-to-grace-the-cover-of-nba-2k11/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/27/rumor-michael-jordan-to-grace-the-cover-of-nba-2k11/#comments You know that little dude doing a slam dunk on your shoes? That's not like some kind of corporate logo or something -- that's MIchael Jordan. Oh, you knew that? Well, thanks for ruining our opening paragraph. We guess we'll just get right to it then.

Sources close to ESPN say the legend himself will grace the cover of NBA 2K11, marking the first time a retired player and team owner has appeared on the cover of an NBA 2K title. Jordan recently became majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats.

Further tantalizing "Jumpman 23" fans is the prospect of an in-game Mike, which ESPN posits is a strong possibility. This has supposedly lead to 2K pursuing other players from the past in an attempt to recreate some of Jordan's highlights in the game. With E3 fast approaching, we're certain we'll have confirmation one way or the other soon enough. We'll keep you posted.

[Via Eurogamer]

JoystiqRumor: Michael Jordan to grace the cover of NBA 2K11 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 May 2010 13:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsespnmichael-jordanMicrosoftnbanba-2k11rumorsportstake-twoXbox-360Thu, 27 May 2010 13:20:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA Jam brings Larry Bird and Magic Johnson back to the hardwood]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/31/nba-jam-brings-larry-bird-and-magic-johnson-back-to-the-hardwood/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/31/nba-jam-brings-larry-bird-and-magic-johnson-back-to-the-hardwood/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/31/nba-jam-brings-larry-bird-and-magic-johnson-back-to-the-hardwood/#comments If you thought your excitement for NBA Jam couldn't get any higher after reading our preview, know that MTV Multiplayer has confirmed that classic ballers Larry Bird and Magic Johnson are in the game. Creative director Trey Smith said that the second-to-last team that players will face in the Classic Campaign mode -- the game's "worst-to-first ladder tournament," which pits players against a series of teams -- will be decided based on who wins the 2010 NBA championships. Then, the final match will feature the iconic duo.

There's no word on other possible unlockable characters, but, frankly, we're going to flip out if we don't get to play as Chow Chow or Bill Clinton. Get on it, EA!

JoystiqNBA Jam brings Larry Bird and Magic Johnson back to the hardwood originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>basketballeaea-canadaea-sportsElectronic-Artslarry-birdmagic-johnsonnbanba-jamNintendoremakesportsWiiWed, 31 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Newest NBA Jam trailer brings plenty of extra heat]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/14/newest-nba-jam-trailer-brings-plenty-of-extra-heat/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/14/newest-nba-jam-trailer-brings-plenty-of-extra-heat/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/14/newest-nba-jam-trailer-brings-plenty-of-extra-heat/#comments As you might imagine, the vast majority of the "heat" that the newest trailer for NBA Jam brings with it is through the various players running up and down the court fully ablaze (it certainly doesn't hurt when the screen catches fire as well). Don't get us wrong -- it's full of gameplay that puts us right back on the couch in 1994, trying to desperately remember the code so that we can play as our favorite US president.

That said, the announcer probably says "Kaboom!" four or five times. And yeah, somewhere in the middle there, we realized that NBA Jam just doesn't have that many catchphrases. But that's okay with us -- the gameplay looks fantastic! We'll have our impressions of the game up in a few weeks, but for now you can peep the trailer yourself just a few inches up.

JoystiqNewest NBA Jam trailer brings plenty of extra heat originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 14 Mar 2010 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Great news, sports fans -- an EA Sports press release just brought some (anticipated) hoop-shaking news into our dreary Monday morning: NBA Jam is getting relaunched (or, rather, re-relaunched) later this year on the Wii by EA Canada. Details are slim, but the presser promises "new game modes, characters and gameplay depth," while simultaneously "[re-defining] the visuals for a sports game yet again."

Not explicitly mentioned is whether the series' original progenitor, Mark Turmell, will be collaborating on the game. Considering he's currently stationed at EA Tiburon in Orlando, it's not beyond the realm of possibilities -- and if he is contributing, we feel confident that the title will be in gooBOOOOM-SHAKA-LAKA! Woah, sorry. We got a little overexcited there.

JoystiqNBA Jam to set the Wii on fire in 2010 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Are you upset by the fact that people who see your Xbox Live Avatar don't immediately know your favorite NBA team? Well, you can rectify that with the new Avatar gear available on Xbox Live, courtesy of NBA 2K10 and NBA Live 10. The subtle difference between each series on offer is that NBA2K10's set has numbers on 'em, whereas the NBA Live 10 jerseys only feature team names.

You can snag your own virtual jersey for 240 ($3) right now on the Avatar Marketplace.

JoystiqNBA assists Avatars with new gear on XBLM originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-sportsavatarseaNBAnba-2k10nba-livenba-live-10sportstake-twoThu, 31 Dec 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Technical foul: 2K looking into framerate issues in NBA 2K10]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/technical-foul-2k-looking-into-framerate-issues-in-nba2k10/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/technical-foul-2k-looking-into-framerate-issues-in-nba2k10/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/08/technical-foul-2k-looking-into-framerate-issues-in-nba2k10/#comments
Posting on the official 2K forums, an admin has stated that the developer is aware of reported framerate issues encountered by several players in NBA 2K10. He's also put out a call to readers to describe any encounters with the slowdown, with the hopes that problems can be identified and resolved. The thread has grown to 25 pages at the time of writing this post.

If you've run into the problem yourself, get over to the relevant thread and recount that traumatic experience with as much detail as you can. Heck of a way to celebrate a franchise's 10th anniversary, eh?

[Thanks, Mark!]

JoystiqTechnical foul: 2K looking into framerate issues in NBA 2K10 originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k2k-gamesbasketballMicrosoftnbanba-2k10sportsXbox-360Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[NBA 10 The Inside coming October 6]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/nba-10-the-inside-coming-october-6/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/nba-10-the-inside-coming-october-6/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/nba-10-the-inside-coming-october-6/#comments
Another year, another NBA game from Sony San Diego Studios. This year's basketball game will arrive on October 6 and will feature an expanded Conquest Mode. The PSP version of the game will also feature two new minigames: Open Lanes, a 10 frame bowling game; and Cherry Pickin', a puzzle based mini-game "with an NBA feel." In addition NBA 10 The Inside will feature all of the minigames from previous entries in the series.

Commentary has been expanded with the addition of NBA star Kenny Smith to join Ian Eagle. The PSP version will also feature two player multiplayer through Ad-Hoc -- sorry, no Infrastructure this time around. Check out the first screens below:

JoystiqNBA 10 The Inside coming October 6 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It seems our tipster was on the level -- 2K Sports is, in fact, releasing an early NBA 2K10 character creation feature and stat-building minigames as an XBLA and PSN download titled NBA 2K10 Draft Combine, due out this September for 400 ($5). Players will be able to customize a basketballer, then run them through a number of drills and scenarios in order to boost their stats, which can then be carried over to the core game when it drops in October.

We're curious to know what you guys think of 2K's recently announced side-project -- do you think it's an interesting teaser for the main course? Or a minigame that was removed from 2K10 and shamelessly sold separately? We've embedded an easy-to-understand poll after the break to gauge your reaction.

Gallery: NBA 2K10 Draft Combine (PSN, XBLA)

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JoystiqNBA 2K10 Draft Combine coming to PSN and XBLA in September originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-games2k-sportsbasketballdownloadableMicrosoftnbanba-2k10nba-2k10-draft-combinepsnxblaXbox-360Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: 2K Sports prepping NBA 2K10: Draft Combine for XBLA/PSN]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/07/rumor-2k-sports-prepping-nba-2k10-draft-combine-for-xbla-psn/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/07/rumor-2k-sports-prepping-nba-2k10-draft-combine-for-xbla-psn/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/07/rumor-2k-sports-prepping-nba-2k10-draft-combine-for-xbla-psn/#comments
2K Games is opening up a very dangerous door, apparently, as a source close to Joystiq has passed along info on the company's new game for PSN and XBLA, called NBA 2K10: Draft Combine. Set to release alongside NBA 2K10, the spinoff game will allow players to take potential draftees through a rigorous training routine, boosting their stats before being drafted into the retail game.

We call it a "dangerous door," because, frankly, it is. Many criticize sports titles for offering little variety or improvements in each yearly iteration, and Draft Combine sounds like it could be a way to milk sports fans for even more dough. Of course, not knowing further details about the rumored game, this is just speculation, and should be taken as such. Still, if it turns out as our worst fears predict (that Draft Combine is a minigame-like feature split from NBA 2K10 and sold separately), then we're sure there are bound to be some upset gamers out there. Oh, and if you're a person in the know, then feel free to hit up our tips box with more details. Anonymity assured!

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JoystiqRumor: 2K Sports prepping NBA 2K10: Draft Combine for XBLA/PSN originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did you know that at 1.3 billion people, the mainland Chinese population encompasses around 1/6th of the world's population? It's true! This might help to explain why Take-Two Interactive announced today not just the launch of NBA 2K Online -- an online basketball game for the Asian market -- but also the creation of Take-Two Asia, a new satellite office for the BioShock publisher.

The game is being co-developed by Take-Two and Chinese game company Tencent Holdings Limited for distribution in China and "other key markets" (notably Taiwan, South Korea and Southeast Asia). Information on the game's pricing structure or what it looks like or, well, anything really is rather scant, though we do know that it will include "all of the NBA teams, as well as current and retired NBA players." Will the game be free-to-play with microtransactions? Will it ever be offered on this side of the Pacific? Will we be able to showboat our jersey in a raucous celebration of happiness a la Kobe Bryant when we dunk on fools? We just don't know.

JoystiqTake-Two announces push into Asia with NBA 2K Online originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It must be nice to be a celebrity. Apart from the beautiful people you're no doubt surrounded by all of the time, you get showered with free gifts ... constantly. Like, a super badass PS3 that we wish we owned! That's just what a handful of NBA players received at a recent event, co-sponsored by Sony and the NBA, during the NBA All-Star Weekend, where Sony outfitted the official player's lounge with the latest PlayStation games. Attendees were able to score one-of-a-kind, customized Nike Air Force Ones and a PS3 laser-etched with a design of their choice. You can see Paul Pierce's choice above.

There's also a pretty sweet system dedicated to Lebron James, which you can see here.

JoystiqNBA ballers get custom PS3s during NBA All-Star event originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apparently, all it takes to manage an NBA roster these days is a working knowledge of a game console and a copy of NBA Live 09. (LA Times seems to think you'd do just fine with the '08 edition, too, but it's simply not in that version's "DNA.") You don't even need to know how to play -- just sit back and let the game run its own simulations, as Houston Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey recently admitted. While it sounds like the sort of desperation measure fit for a Clippers GM, reportedly, roughly half of NBA teams use EA's NBA Live to evaluate players around the league. "Say if you're thinking about acquiring Ron Artest," explained Morey, "On the game, you can see how adding Artest can change the dynamic of your team. You can program it to run offensive sets with Artest and any combination of your players."

On the flip side, "you can't simulate a player being out too late the night before or his body language on the bench or how he interacts with teammates" conceded Morey; or his potential to attend practice in a bathrobe or put out an embarrassingly clichéd hip-hop record. (All great ideas for the next installment of NBA Live, by the way.)

[Thanks, Wonderflex]

JoystiqNBA teams get 'In the Game' to scope talent originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Turns out there are greater hurdles to face than having to stare down a charging Yao Ming -- like manifesting a CD key out of thin air. That's just the challenge faced by those who purchased NBA 2K9 for PC. According to a thread at the 2K forums, many who purchased the title and were prompted for an authentication code were out of luck, as none appeared anywhere in or on the packaging.

In a statement to Shacknews, Valve said that Steam will fix the issue and allow installation without the need for the key, provided the CD is in the drive.

JoystiqNBA 2K9 ships without CD keys, fix available via Steam originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did anyone else think that the Fracture demo wasn't as abysmal as you were expecting? Sure, it was the epitome of mediocre third-person action with a gimmick attached, but at times it was almost fun. Well the full game is out this week in both the US and Europe and, unless you're a European lego fan with vigilante tendencies, that's pretty much it. Oh, except for basketball. Lots of basketball. Here's the full release list:

US Games EU Games
 Asian Games
 Release dates are constantly subject to change, so be sure to check with your local retailer before making any sudden moves. Your PS3 will play games from any region, so go ahead and import anything you see above. Do be aware that DLC is locked to specific regions, though, so European games will require DLC from the Euro PSN Store. You may also be interested to know that NBA 09: The Inside is the only NBA game to support trophies.

JoystiqWorldwide PS3 releases for the week of October 5th originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 05 Oct 2008 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Glenn from the PS Nation podcast, the official podcast of PS Fanboy, took some time to play NBA 09: The Inside for PSP. Here's his impressions of the upcoming game.

I'll be the first to admit I really haven't paid attention to the NBA for a couple of years. I still root for my Milwaukee Bucks, and even still use them in video games, but I rarely watch them play any more. Lately, if I'm playing a basketball game, it sits firmly in the "arcadey" category. I even own a full-sized NBA Maximum Hangtime arcade cabinet.

When I opened the small package that I received from Sony, and realized that this was the first pre-release game that they sent to us here at the PS Nation Podcast, I was shocked and excited. I may not spend an insane amount of time on Basketball games like I do for other titles, but I do play them. There's a lot to cover here, but I'll tell you this--what I've seen and played so far is surprisingly good!

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JoystiqPreview: NBA 09 The Inside originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Quite possibly the biggest feature for this year's NBA game from SCEA's San Diego Studios is the addition of The Life, a story a mode which chronicles the player's journey from the streets to the NBA. This first trailer highlighting the single player campaign looks pretty epic -- will this be able to differentiate itself from the other NBA games coming out this year?

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1 Platinum
6 Gold
8 Silver
17 Bronze
 Difficulty: Very Difficult
Online Trophies? Yes
Time to Completion: 25 hours
DLC Trophies? No
View Trophy List Read More About the Game

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JoystiqTrophies: NBA 09 The Inside originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Regardless of your enthusiasm for the sport, it's undeniable that Sony San Diego's first-party sports games on PS3 look incredible. MLB 08 The Show really took the series to the new generation and the upcoming NBA 09 The Inside looks to do the same. This time, The Inside goes beyond just standard ball games -- take a look at these new screenshots to see the other aspects of the game's most exciting mode, "The Life."

JoystiqGet a look inside NBA 09's 'The Life' originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony is looking to repeat the success it found with MLB 08 The Show with NBA 09 The Inside. The first-party basketball game is being handled by SCEA San Diego Studios -- the same team that took care of the well-received MLB 08. Sony revealed new screens and talk new details about this upcoming basketball game, scheduled for release on PS3 on October 7th.

1080p and 60fps are being promised yet again for this realistic-looking sports game. The Inside adds a new mode for the PS3, "The Life," which offers players the ability to see life inside the NBA through a story-based campaign. Franchise Mode is expanded upon greatly, with a new focus on performance and player morale. Stats will be tracked on a variety of levels, such as salary, playing time, trades, team performance

Other features include the return of NBA Replay, which allows players to relive great basketball performances from the '07-'08 season, and upcoming downloadable NBA games from the '08-'09 season. In addition to a boost in AI, online functionality will be expanded upon. Expect to easily show off customizable characters and improved leaderboards.

The graphics have, as expected, been improved, and Havok physics has been implemented as well. Two min-games will round out this incredibly fully-featured basketball package. Check out the first screens:

JoystiqSony takes NBA 09 to The Inside originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wow, what an incredible night for these lucky fans at the NBA All Star Skills Challenge. Everyone from section 331 of the stadium was treated to a free 40GB PS3 and a copy of NBA 08. That must be one of the most feel-good things we've seen in quite some time. Congrats to them.

But look closer at the picture. Notice the section next to them? (We'll call them section 332.) Notice the sad expressions they carry? It must feel horrible to think: "if only I sat a few seats down ... "

JoystiqDozens win free PS3 systems at NBA All Star Skills Challenge originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 17 Feb 2008 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We're pretty sure this demo will end up in tomorrow's PLAYSTATION Store update. But why wait to get a free downloadable demo?

1. Download the demo zip file. Update: Link URL corrected.
2. Extract the contents of the zip file.
3. Connect your PSP to your computer using a USB cable.
4. Go to the PSP/GAME folder.
5. Copy UCUS98699 folder into the GAME directory. Make sure there are no sub-directories in this folder.

Check out our demos site:
demos.pspfanboy.com

For PSP Fanboy Mobile users: Direct Download from PSP

JoystiqNBA 08 downloadable demo originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Who says mo-cap is the technical capturing of data to create realistic, fluid motion in gaming that's devoid of soul? Sports writer Bill "The Sports Guy" Simmons did a piece for ESPN's new show, E:60, wherein he heads to EA Sports studios to undergo the motion capture process for NBA Live 08. He even schools Boston Celtics all-star Paul "The Truth" Pierce in the process -- sorta.

While you might have seen mo-cap videos before, Simmons speaks candidly about the technology, observing that sweat makes the suit moist. TMI there, Bill. T-M-I.

JoystiqThe Sports Guy slips on the NBA Live 08 mo-cap suit originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PJ Snavely's recent PlayStation blog post echoes the sentiments of many PSP owners. "Personally, I find it very frustrating when developers bring an identical version of a sports game to the PSP, so we've gone out of our way to ensure that NBA '08 is significantly different than its PS2/PS3 brethren."

To make sure that NBA '08 felt fresh on PSP, the developers added a number of mini-games. The one the team seems most proud of appears to be Conquest mode which is described as "Basketball meets Risk." As described in the blog entry, "In Conquest, you pick an NBA team and then try to "capture" other NBA cities by playing them head-to-head. If you win, you take over that city and all of its players. Should you lose, the defending city has the option to steal one of your players."

Just like in real life.

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JoystiqEnsuring NBA 08 is different on PSP than PS3/PS2 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 28 Sep 2007 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony Computer Entertainment's upcoming NBA 08 looks quite special on PSP. Why? Because the development team is adding a whole slew of mini-games and modes exclusively for the portable version. The carnival games, featured above, are easily the most talked about. These games range from the obvious, like HORSE, but move to the more surreal, such as Pinball. Even if you don't like the idea of these bonuses, you have to give the team some props for deciding to add modes exclusively for the handheld version.

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JoystiqPSP modes of NBA 08 captured on video originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 16 Sep 2007 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>nbanba-08nba08Sun, 16 Sep 2007 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[EA shows clearest 'bullshot' in a long time]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/08/15/ea-shows-clearest-bullshot-in-a-long-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/08/15/ea-shows-clearest-bullshot-in-a-long-time/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/08/15/ea-shows-clearest-bullshot-in-a-long-time/#commentsFiled under: , ,


"Bullshot" is a term used for a screenshot that's been altered through the Devil's workshop Photoshop to be more than it is. A large majority of screenshots are altered before they go out for public consumption. Things will be a little crisper, glossier and/or just plain altered to make the game look better than it is. Although the latest batch of NBA Live '08 screens on Gamespot all look altered, the one above is a standout of the bunch. It's the one you can clearly point to and say, "Beyond the things I think are altered, that's definitely been Photoshopped." Can you see it? Click the image to enlarge if you need it -- answer is after the break.

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JoystiqEA shows clearest 'bullshot' in a long time originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The minigame-infused PSP edition of NBA '08 is sporting some impressive features for a PSP basketball game. Sony has released a few new images of the game in action, as seen in our gallery below. With expanded multiplayer features, downloadable content and "expanded audio commentary," we have to say that we're expecting big things out of the game. The Suns' Stoudemire, the cover athlete for NBA '06, will return as the cover athlete for this year's iteration.

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PSP continues to get its annual rush of sports games. NBA 08 brings crazy minigames to the PSP version, and some really sharp graphics. Looking at these new screenshots, we wouldn't be surprised to mistake this for a full PS2 version. Check out the new screens in our gallery below:

JoystiqNBA 08 scores new screenshots originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ready for your weekly worldwide PS3 releases? Good. Here they are:

US Games
 EU Games
 Asian Games
A game for each territory this week. Aren't we lucky. Ready to get started on some hardcore 1080p pirating? My brain has a habit of glossing over any mention of franchise-based games, so I'll probably be giving this one a miss. Let me know if I should reconsider.

Don't forget that the PS3 is region free, so feel free to choose any of the above list as your next purchase. Maybe you're a huge Pirates of the Caribbean fan and fancy playing a copy from each territory? It could happen, I suppose. And yes, I will be reminding you that the PS3 can read discs from any country every week. It's so easy to forget.

Release dates are subject to change, as always.

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