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EA Sports™  has announced that it is celebrating the transfer signing of Barcelona and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi with a special pre-order incentive for FIFA Street, launching at retail worldwide in March 2012. Fans who pre-order FIFA Street from leading retailers around the world will receive exclusive in-game access to an adidas™ all-star team featuring Messi and 12 of the greatest footballers in the world. Read the rest of this entry »

Ratrod Studio Inc. has announced their latest video game title “Mike V: Skateboard Party”. The game, which is  presented in collaboration with skateboard legend Mike Vallely, is now available worldwide for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Versions for Android, PC and Mac OS are also set to launch shortly. Read the rest of this entry »

EA Sports FIFA Football on PS Vita, in development at EA Canada, is the first true next generation sports experience in the palm of your hand, with console gameplay, HD graphics, and the largest feature set ever created by EA Sports for a handheld device. Read the rest of this entry »

Pro athletes will not be the only ones cashing in on their highlight reel moves in 2012, as Electronic Arts Inc.  today announced the EA SPORTS™ Challenge Series, a sports video game tournament series that will determine the most skilled Madden NFL 12, NHL®12 and FIFA 12 gamers. Powered by Virgin Gaming and exclusive to the PlayStation^®3 (PS3^TM) computer entertainment system, participants will compete for over $1-million in cash and prizes – the largest prize money of any console-based sports gaming tournament ever. Available online at Virgin Gaming, new technology allows gamers to participate in the tournament online at their leisure by pairing up gamers playing on the site at the same time. Read the rest of this entry »

EA SPORTS™ has signed the world’s top soccer player, Barcelona and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi, to a multi-year endorsement contract that will see him become the global face of the EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer franchise. The biggest transfer deal this season sees the FIFA Ballon d’Or 2010 winner transfer to EA SPORTS and make his debut in March, 2012 on the cover of FIFA Street. Read the rest of this entry »

Ubisoft has released a new ‘Fitness Technology’ video for Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2012. This latest video features the advanced player projection and motion tracking technologies allow to you to tailor a workout specifically to your body, movements, preferences and goals. Your Shape now also monitors floor exercises like push-ups and sit-ups. Read the rest of this entry »

Electronic Arts Inc. has released a brand new trailer for SSX Deadly Descents featuring ‘It’s Tricky’ by RUN-D.M.C. The fan-favourite and anthem of the EA Sports^TM SSX^TM franchise has been remixed by the artist Pretty Lights for the SSX in-gamesoundtrack. The track will be triggered dynamically in-game as players achieve ‘tricky’ state by linking tricks together. Read the rest of this entry »

The release of Motionsports Adrenaline, the world’s most extreme sports game available on Kinect™ for Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3 with PlayStation®Move compatibility is complete. Developed by Ubisoft Vancouver, Motionsports Adrenaline allows players to release their inner daredevil, taking part in events they would never dream of attempting in real life. Read the rest of this entry »

A simulation run by EA SPORTS™ NHL® 12 predicts that Sidney Crosby, despite missing almost 17 games during the regular season, will lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a second place finish in the Eastern Conference standings (100 points) and their fourth Stanley Cup® Championship. Crosby will be awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the Penguins take home the Stanley Cup in a decisive 4-2 series win against a resurgent Chicago Blackhawks team. The Vancouver Canucks will capture the Presidents’ Trophy in back-to-back years with 114 points during the regular season. The EA SPORTS NHL franchise has a history of successful simulation predictions, accurately selecting: the Chicago Blackhawks as the 2010 Stanley Cup® champions, the Vancouver Canucks® as the 2011 Presidents’ Trophy winner, and the 2011 Stanley Cup Final matchup of the Boston Bruins and Vancouver Canucks. Read the rest of this entry »

EA Sports™ NBA JAM: On Fire Edition – an all-new, full-product digital download – is now available to purchase for $14.99 on PlayStation®Network and 1200 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE® Arcade. NBA JAM: On Fire Edition features exciting new gameplay enhancements, including ground-breaking artificial intelligence (AI), all-new online modes, and the legendary Tim Kitzrow bringing more unforgettable calls. In addition, outside of the 30 current NBA teams, gamers will have the ability to select from a host of secret teams, unlockable characters, mascots, legendary and international players. Read the rest of this entry »