Many gamers, including myself, look to the newest video games for the latest in great music and no one puts more effort into their game soundtracks than EA. I’m always looking at EA Sports’ latest games for music to use on The Lowdown radio show. However, this year marks a change in philosophy for EA’s music crew. This year, they’re mixing some great new music with some older classics. They’re also mixing songs from bigger acts with songs from some less known acts on all of their soundtracks. So, want to know what you expect to hear when you get in the game? Find the soundtracks to Madden 10, NHL 10, NBA Live 10, and FIFA 10 after the jump. Continue reading
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E3 2009: Monday Roundup
Not only did Microsoft have their press conference on Monday, a pair of developers had their press conferences today. Two heavyweights also took to the main stage at E3: Electronic Arts and Ubisoft. As always, the two companies were expected to make big waves with some of their announcements and didn’t disappoint. Continue reading
E3 2009: The Microsoft Outlook
It’s that time again techno-folks. The Electronic Entertainment Expo opened to the public this morning. While Nintendo and Sony both have their usual big shows this year, Microsoft is expected to top them all. In the run up to today’s E3 press conference, Microsoft was rumoured to announce wholesale additions to the XBox 360 including a new interface, integrated controls with other home theatre equipment, and a host of new games. PC gamers were expected to be largely shunned by Microsoft. So what did Microsoft unveil at E3? Find out after the jump. Continue reading
Madden 2010 Cover Athletes Revealed
EA Sports made the announcement that video game and football fans have been waiting for since the Super Bowl. This year, for the first time ever, a Madden NFL game will have two players on the cover. Starring on the cover will be safety Troy Polamalu of the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers and wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald of the NFC champion Arizona Cardinals. Continue reading
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