Game update 1.08 is now available for MLB The Show 17.

Small in size and content, this game update appears focused on addressing online issues.

Continue on to read the full patch notes courtesy the PS4 console update history notes. ...

Ahead of EA PLAY - and presumably a forthcoming cover athlete announcement - additional screenshots, brief game clips, and an interview with Producer Mike Mahar have provided more information on NBA LIVE 18. Some of the most noteworthy items:

- Like the previous YouTuber/influencer event in Los Angeles, attendees at the recent NYC soiree were able to share 'exclusive' screenshots and quickclips of the title. One such video from QJB showcases a shot and early celebration from Kevin Durant, dribble moves from Steph Curry, the Drew League venue, and images of shoes in the game, et al.

- SLAM Online interviewed Producer Mike Mahar to discuss the game. According to Mahar, the two main areas of focus for NBA LIVE 18 were core gameplay and The One, a new feature coming to the title.

- According to the NBA LIVE website, the game will only be available on PS4 & XB1. There was some speculation and rumors that the game would be available on PC. That appears to be false.

Continue on to see QJB's video, an excerpt of the SLAM Online interview, game screenshots, and more. ...

EA SPORTS has provided the first look at NHL 18 with the release of the official teaser trailer.

More game info will be coming on June 21 at the NHL Awards in Las Vegas, NV. There, EA SPORTS will reveal the NHL®18 cover athlete, first official gameplay trailer, features, release date and more.

Continue on to see the teaser trailer. ...

EA SPORTS has announced that Cristiano Ronaldo will be the global cover athlete for EA SPORTS FIFA 18, available September 29.

There will be three versions of the game: standard, Ronaldo, and ICON. Those who pre-order the special Ronaldo or ICON versions will be able to play the game three days early on September 26.

Continue on to see the official press release from EA SPORTS as well as the FIFA 18 reveal trailer. ...

Just hours ahead of the start of the 2017 NBA Finals, 2K Sports has announced that defending world champion Cleveland Cavaliers' guard Kyrie Irving will be the cover athlete for the standard version (non-Legend Edition) of NBA 2K18.

Irving was previously the cover athlete for NBA LIVE 14 (2013) before joining 2K's stable of athletes for use in promotion & marketing in 2015. In NBA 2K16, Kyrie & Nike unveiled a digital version of the Kyrie 2 in MyPARK mode.

NBA 2K18 is currently available to pre-order on Amazon with discounts available for Prime Members. ...

On the heels of Saturday night's NBA LIVE 18 event in California, event attendees have had their embargo lifted and are now able to share screenshots, a mini-trailer of the game, and video blogs from the event.

While footage and information is scarce in this initial release, some gameplay improvements did emerge such as a new skill-based counter move to help defenders stay with their man and an all-new Post System.

Continue on to see the first screenshots of the game, the first gameplay feature listing, and videos from the attendees. ...

Last night in Los Angeles, EA SPORTS hosted a private event featuring NBA LIVE 18. Held at the Siren Soundstage Studio, the invite-only soiree appeared focused on media and YouTube content creators and included NBA LIVE 18 signage, a swag box featuring sneakers, a barbershop, a face-scanning rig, and a basketball hoop for attendees to practice their shot.

The theme of the event centered around "The One," seemingly either the central marketing/promotional theme for the title and/or the name of a new game mode. Some signage at the event appeared to say 'One Career,' perhaps indicating it is the name of a new single-player or career mode.

Other prominently displayed signage appeared to include images of Anthony Davis (potential cover athlete? Displaying improved facescan/graphics?), outdoor venues, and a logo for 'The League' (perhaps another new mode or an aspect within career mode?).

An off-screen shot of the game shows LeBron James and the Celtics' Avery Bradley. The first official release of game information is expected, but not confirmed, to come anytime between now and June 10th's EA PLAY event in Los Angeles.

Continue on to see images from the event shared on social media by event attendees. If you notice something we missed, please let us know in the comments below. ...

Full details for NBA Playgrounds game update 1.1.0 are now available.

Among the significant upgrades in this patch are Challenge Mode, five new versions of Shaquille O'Neal, 15 new players, an on-screen shot meter, and a number of gameplay tuning/adjustments.

On a related note, the development team at Saber Interactive & Mad Dog Games have been very involved in discussing the game, answering questions, and taking feedback on the official NBA Playgrounds Facebook Group page, which is open to the public.

Continue on to see the full patch notes.


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After finishing in the top two of the fan cover vote along with Martin Truex Jr., Kyle Busch's strong finish at the 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race has landed him the cover of NASCAR Heat 2. Busch finished third overall, while Truex Jr. finished in 12th place. The driver with the best finish among the two would be awarded the cover. ...