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E3 2018 is here, and EA gets things started with the first conference for this year’s annual event that showcases upcoming video games.
Electronic Arts came out swinging at this year’s E3 conference. The usual suspects were definitely on hand, EA Sports staple franchises are coming back with NBA Live 19, Madden NFL 19 and FIFA 19. The fan-favorite platformer Unravel now has a sequel in Unravel 2. Star Wars fans can look forward to a new game plus some more content for Star Wars: Battlefront II. Battlefield V’s multiplayer got some shine, and we were introduced to a new indie title called Sea of Solitude.
The biggest reveal has to go to the highly-anticipated game Anthem. Developed by BioWare the studio that blessed us with Mass Effect this is the game that is supposed to really put EA on the map after Mass Effect: Andromeda’s flop. EA gave us just a small tease of what to expect from the game leaving us thirsty for more info on the upcoming title. They did not disappoint by revealing a new trailer, some gameplay and its February 22, 2019 release date.
The game is a shared-world role-playing adventure that takes place in a hostile future. Players will control characters who will don mech suits called “javelins” that give them superhero-like powers to take on the worlds hostile forces and creatures. Based on the footage shown the game will have a combination of mech-warfare and Destiny. You can play the story mode solo, but this game is multiplayer driven and encourages you in Monster Hunter way to team up with friends to take on challenges. Unfortunately, there is no PvP gameplay announced at this time.
Anthem will be available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Watch the cinematic trailer below.
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NBA Live 19
NBA 2K19 is still king, but EA Sports is not bowing down. NBA Live 18 was a pleasant surprise and it should shock no on that EA is releasing NBA Live 19. Returning in this year’s iteration of the once popular basketball game franchise is The One with some new tweaks. Players will now be able to unlock new “ICON abilities” which are inspired by current-day and legends.
The street mode will be going global now with an expanded Pro-Am tour that will feature courts from the around the world. You can now break ankles in Paris, Rio de Janeiro and other courses that will be added over the year. Of course, the controls which were very well-received have been improved as well allowing players to pull off, even more, moves fluidly. On-ball defense has also been enhanced as developers hope they can get players to play some one-on-one defense instead hovering around the rim. NBA Live 19 launches September 7th on PlayStation 4 Xbox One. A playable demo will be available on August 24th. EA is hoping they can close the gap between NBA Live and NBA 2K this year. Check out the reveal trailer for NBA Live 19 below.
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Madden NFL 19
Madden coming back should come as no surprise to no one. Terrell Owens who recently told the Hall of Fame to kiss his ass will grace the cover of this years Hall of Fame edition. This year’s edition will feature “Real Player Motion Technology.” The new animation according to EA will unlock next level responsiveness and player personality. Players will now experience more precision while cutting, running and catching plus improved player celebrations.
The “Long Shot” story mode first introduced in Madden 18 returns. Franchise mode will also see some new additions in the form of a custom draft class creator, the ability to select from offensive and defensive schemes based on how you want to play. Ultimate Team also improves in Madden NFL 19, players will have new training tools to help develop players while solo challenges get more competitive.
Madden NFL 19 drops August 10 on PS4, Xbox One and after an 11-year absence back on PC. No Nintendo Switch version has been announced, unfortunately. EA Access subscribers on Xbox One will be able to play the game for a limited number of hours beginning August 2nd. If you pre-order the HOF Edition you can start playing the game on August 7th. Step into the reveal trailer for Madden NFL 19 below.
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Unravel 2
The loveable Yarny is back in the sequel Unravel 2. The follow up to the 2016 game now has co-op play and builds off the beautiful aesthetic and fun gameplay from the first game. Unravel 2 is available now on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One but surprisingly no Switch version is on the way.
Bummer.
Peep the trailer for Yarny’s new adventure below.
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Battlefield V
EA’s most prominent title coming out this year Battlefield V was officially unveiled last month. Today EA focused on the game’s multiplayer mode and announced the upcoming battle royale mode called “Royale.” EA made the point that this game’s multiplayer mode will be much faster and more active.
You can be the judge of that when you watch the trailer below.
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Star Wars Battlefront II/ Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
On top of the Han Solo Season featuring characters from Solo: A Star Wars Story coming June 12th, EA announced even more content for Star Wars: Battlefront II. In the coming months, EA and Dice revealed players will be able to play with Count Dooku, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, and General Grievous from the Clone Wars period in the Star Wars lore. Despite some fallout over the use of loot boxes in the game, developers are still committed to the game.
In more Star Wars news, Respawn Entertainment (Titanfall) also gave some insight into its new game called Star Wars: Jedi Fallen that takes place between Star Wars: Episode III (Revenge of The Sith) and Star Wars: Episode IV (A New Hope) due out next holiday season.
Sounds very intriguing, but for now watch a young Han Solo and Lando Calrissian get busy in Battlefront II in the trailer below.
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Sea of Solitude
EA showed off its indie pick up Sea of Solitude from Jo-Mei. Released under the EA Originals banner, the game is described as a third-person exploration-platform puzzle adventure. It tells the story of a young woman named Kay who suffers from loneliness and is turning into a monster because of it. Your job is to bring her back to humanity in the game.
You can look for this title early next year on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows PC. Peep the stunning trailer below.
FIFA 19
FIFA now probably has all of the real-world soccer licenses. For the first time in over 10 years, EA now has the Champions League license and will be introduced for the first in a FIFA game in the upcoming game. Konami had a long-running partnership with UEFA allowing the studio to feature the competition in Pro Evolution Soccer for 10 years until its recent end. EA’s acquisition of the license also means the Europa League will also be in FIFA 19 as well.
FIFA 19 is coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PS3, XBOX 360 and gasp Nintendo Switch on September 28th. If you pre-order the Champions Edition of the game you will be granted three days of early access starting September 25th. Check out the trailer for FIFA 19 below and be sure to check with HipHopWired for more E3 announcements.
