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A game update is now available for NBA LIVE 15 that updates uniforms, player face scans, and more.

Weighing in at 948 MB on PS4, the update brings the Christmas uniforms (first name on back of jersey), updated face scans for numerous players (including rookies such as Elfrid Payton), additional shoes, the 2015 All-Star game uniforms, and gameplay improvements. Also included are an improved shot feedback meter and Synergy rosters that will update each day with the roster from the previous day's action.

Continue on to see the blog from EA SPORTS discussing the items addressed in this update and images of the updated player scans. ...

The latest NBA 2K15 patch is now available for PS4 and is expected for Xbox One & PC later this week. The update clocks in at under 3 GB and features numerous gameplay, online league, and visual (player face) updates. It also includes additional improvements to the face scanning process, a great feature that was not without some issues at launch.

Continue on to read the full update details courtesy 2K Sports. ...

Previously appearing in NCAA Football 14's Ultimate Team, Bo Jackson will now be appearing in Madden NFL 15's Ultimate Team and in Madden NFL Mobile.

The legendary real-life and video game running back will be available for those who log into either game between December 22 and January 1 in addition to in-game challenges and other events featuring the former Oakland Raider.

Continue on to read the full blog entry from EA SPORTS. ...

The fourth NBA LIVE 15 in-game content update is now available and features the latest roster update. Kobe Bryant's hot start to the season now has him tied with James Harden as the best shooting guard in the game. The roster update also features accessory changes for several players as well.

Continue on to see the blog from EA SPORTS detailing the ratings and roster changes. ...

The two-day PlayStation Experience is taking place this weekend in Las Vegas. The event features a keynote presentation, gameplay demos, panels, and more.

A majority of the event will be live-streamed via Twitch. Continue on to see the live-stream schedule and watch the event here at The Gaming Tailgate. ...

Via their Twitter account, Sony announced Friday evening that Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig will be the cover athlete for MLB 15 The Show. Puig finished the 2014 season - his second in the majors - with a .296 batting average with 16 home runs and 69 RBIs.

No features were announced with the cover athlete reveal, but with this weekend's PlayStation Experience event and the game yet to appear online for retailers, some game info may emerge soon. ...

The Game Awards will be held tonight in Las Vegas and streamed live at 9 PM ET through PSN, XBL, and Twitch, among numerous avenues - including right here at The Gaming Tailgate.

The show will feature awards and also some game reveals. The Game Awards will be produced and financed by Geoff Keighley, who also aims for the show to be less comedic in nature (no jabs at gamers) but rather celebrate video games.

Continue on to see the list of awards/nominees as well as a direct stream to watch The Game Awards. ...

Another NBA LIVE 15 roster update is now available. Some of the biggest movers include Toronto's Kyle Lowry, Golden State's Klay Thompson, and Washington's John Wall. A slow start for Cleveland and LeBron James have The King losing rating points in his Layup and Draw Foul ratings.

Given the updates this week and last, it appears NBA 2K15's daily roster updates have helped spurred LIVE to release weekly roster changes.

Along with the roster update, Orlando's new Pride uniforms are now available in-game. Continue on to see the roster update blog from EA SPORTS. ...

Black Friday is almost here and with it, a bevy of deals on video games and consoles. While traditionally customers needed to brave the masses to partake in the savings, these days many deals are also available online.

Make sure to visit our friends at CAG as they are tracking all Black Friday ads and also deals by console/title.

Continue on as we will list the best deals for consoles, sports games, and other noteworthy titles. Also, please share any deals you find or are looking for and to see deals found by fellow community members. ...