Rivals go head-to-head

October 21, 2008

We have taken a look at NBA 2K9 on its own, but just how does it stand up against its main rival — EA Sports’ NBA Live 09?

If you have played both franchises’ 08 offerings, you will be pleasantly surprised by both 09 variations, but amazingly, after years in the abyss of basketball simulation, it is EA Sports that has made the biggest improvement in the past year. Read more

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Game review: NBA 2K9

October 21, 2008

The leader in basketball simulations has returned with its annual update, but it is far from just some new names and faces added to the mix.

NBA 2K9 had plenty to live up to after NBA 2K8 was a clear winner in the basketball stakes and while this year’s edition is not perfect, it does raise the bar in terms of presentation. Read more

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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed

September 13, 2008

Star Wars games have been tough to fall in love with in the past, with a couple of exceptions – Star Wars Battlefront and Lego Star Wars.

Star Wars Battlefront put you in the middle of the movies’ epic battles, playing your role, but it still left you with a slightly empty feeling. Read more

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