GamingShogunBattlefield 4 Announced for Xbox One and PS4
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – May 21, 2013 – DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ: EA), today announced that the highly-anticipated action blockbuster Battlefield 4™ will be available this holiday for early-adopters of the next-generation hardware systems: Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®4. Powered by the advanced Frostbite™ 3 engine, Battlefield 4 delivers a genre-defining all-out war experience brought to life with unmatched visual and audio fidelity, superior character animations and dynamic destruction that ensures no two matches are alike.Battlefield 4 will be available October 29 for the Xbox 360® game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC. Battlefield 4 will…
FUSE Launch Trailer
Here is the official launch trailer for Electronic Arts and Insomniac Games new shooter, FUSE. Trailer
Boris Salchow to Score FUSE
Los Angeles, CA (May 14, 2013) – Composer Boris Salchow (Resistance 2&3, Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time) swaps his baton and orchestra for Moog synthesizers and rare vintage audio processors as he reunites with Insomniac Games to score their new sci-fi video game FUSE published by Electronic Arts. FUSE thrusts players into the roles of four elite, covert agents each with their own Xenotech weapon and set of unique skills used to fight to protect mankind from a deadly alien energy source known as FUSE. Salchow’s original score blends analog electronic elements, adrenaline infused drums and musical sound…
Battlefield 4 New Single Player Screenshots
EA and DICE have released some new screenshots from the single player portion of their upcoming Battlefield 4. Check them out, below! Screenshots
FUSE Demo Trailer
EA and Insomniac Games have released a new trailer for their upcoming FUSE, which hits players on May 28th in NA and May 31st in EU. Trailer
Disney and EA Both Release Statements on Star Wars Deal
IN addition to the official news release regarding Disney and EA signing a multi-year Star Wars game agreement, each party has released additional info and reactions. Check them out below: From EA’s Frank Gibeau: “The Force is strong with this one.” I love that line. It instantly transports me back to my childhood, to an epic world that had a powerful influence on my life. Like hundreds of millions of people, I am a true believer – someone who can’t get enough of the story, the culture, and the ethos of Star Wars. Today, The Walt Disney Company has announced…
Disney and EA Sign Multi-Year Star Wars Games Deal
BURBANK & REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) and Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced a new multi-year exclusive licensing agreement to develop and publish globally new games based on Star Wars characters and storylines. Under the agreement, EA will develop and publish new Star Wars titles for a core gaming audience, spanning all interactive platforms and the most popular game genres, while Disney will retain certain rights to develop new titles within the mobile, social, tablet and online game categories. “This agreement demonstrates our commitment to creating quality game experiences that drive the popularity of the Star Wars franchise for years to…
The Sims 4 Announced
Electronic Arts has posted on their official blog that The Sims 4 is officially coming to Windows and Mac PCs sometime in 2014. Official Post: Maxis and EA today announced that The Sims™ 4 is currently in development at The Sims Studio for release on PC and Mac in 2014. The Sims 4 celebrates the heart and soul of the Sims themselves, giving players a deeper connection with the most expressive, surprising and charming Sims ever in this single-player offline experience.The Sims 4 encourages players to personalize their world with new and intuitive tools while offering them the ability to effortlessly share their creativity with friends and fans….
FUSE Demo Date Set
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — May 3, 2013 — Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Insomniac Games announced the release of an action-packed demo for the co-op shooter, Fuse™. The fast-paced demo will be available on Xbox Live® Marketplace and the PlayStation® Network on May 7, allowing players to play online* cooperatively with up to four players, or in a 2-player split-screen. In the demo, players will take on the role of four elite operatives – Dalton Brooks, Izzy Sinclair, Jacob Kimble and Naya Deveraux. These special agents are out to protect mankind from Fuse, a deadly alien energy source which has been stolen by…
Madden Breach of Contract Case Heading to Trial
San Francisco, Calif. – After more than two years of legal maneuvering by Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), a California federal judge has denied EA’s final attempt to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Robin Antonick, who, according to the lawsuit, was the original designer and developer of its best-selling video-game Madden NFL. Antonick is seeking millions in allegedly unpaid royalties, punitive damages and disgorgement of all profits arising from the $5 billion Madden NFL franchise and related sports videogames, according to court filings. The case will now proceed to a trial, scheduled to begin on June 17, 2013. Antonick, according to…
Barry Sanders Madden NFL 25 Cover Athlete
EA Sports has announced that football legend Barry Sanders will grace the cover of their upcoming Madden NFL 25, which is due out later this year on multiple platforms. “The Madden NFL franchise has such a rich tradition and history, and there’s no better way to celebrate our 25th Anniversary than by having one of the best players of all-time on the cover,” said Anthony Stevenson, Senior Director of Marketing for EA SPORTS. “Barry Sanders has long been a fan favorite, so we’re proud to have him as the face of Madden NFL 25.” The results were revealed during a 1 hour primetime special…
EA’s E3 2013 Press Event Save the Date
Looks like Electronic Arts will host their 2013 E3 press conference on Monday, June 10, 2013 @ 1:00PM Pacific time. We totally expect them to show off Battlefield 4, FIFA 14, but what other surprises might they have in store for us?
First NCAA Football 14 Details Emerge
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – April 3, 2013 – Today Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), revealed the first details of the upcoming NCAA football game, set to launch on Tuesday, July 9. EA SPORTS™ NCAA® Football 14, will unlock the unpredictability and innovation of college football with the introduction of real-time physics tuned with the collegiate game in mind plus new Dynasty experiences and the inclusion of Ultimate Team. “This year marks the greatest leap forward in a generation for the NCAA Football franchise,” said Randy Chase, Marketing Director for EA SPORTS. “The inclusion of the Infinity Engine and several new gameplay features make this year’s game feel…
Official Battlefield 4 Announcement
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – March 26, 2013 – Only in Battlefield™ can players go through a building instead of around it or eject from a jet and take out the enemy mid-free fall. Those incredible gameplay moments that blur the line between game and glory can only be created by players, and occur only in Battlefield. DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), today announced Battlefield 4™, a genre-defining action blockbuster launching in Fall 2013. Powered by the advanced technology of DICE’s proprietary Frostbite™ 3 engine, Battlefield 4 offers players a glimpse into the future of interactive entertainment – a future that is more human, dramatic and believable than…