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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Apathy - Reflections on the status of football gaming.

Posted on November 22, 2011 at 12:28 PM.

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There is no better word to describe what I feel towards the football genre as a whole than the one used to open this entry.

As we move forward, we continue to see development increase exponentially in many areas for so many sports gaming genres outside of football. Soccer (or football, if you'd prefer!), hockey, baseball and basketball... the behemoths of professional sports both locally and worldwide continue to provide entertaining video games despite the quibbles from continually ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming

Friday, December 5, 2008

What is a "sim?"

Posted on December 5, 2008 at 01:43 PM.

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Just a quick entry:

I see as more and more time goes on people complaining about certain things happening in their basketball games that isn't possible.

Last night Jose Barea scored a season high 18 points (I think he scored 9 in the 4th quarter alone) as the Mavs torched the Suns. In that same night, Matt Bonner had 9 points in the first quarter alone.

If these things were to happen in your game, honestly, how many of you claim the game to be broken?
... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Forum Observations

Friday, November 21, 2008

Rockets Bounce Back; Run Past Spurs

Posted on November 21, 2008 at 12:18 PM.

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Artest, McGrady Combine For 44 As Rockets Hold On
Friday November 21 2008
SAN ANTONIO(AP) - As the clock winded down, Ron Artest was all smiles as he looked at the final score. "That's more like it!" he exclaimed to his new teammates as they enjoyed a 91-74 victory over the hometown San Antonio Spurs.

Artest finished with 24 pts. and 4 assists, going 3-4 from 3 pt. range. Tracy McGrady added 20 points. 2 others finished with double digits. Yao had an off-night with only ... Read More

Category: OS Vets 2k9 Happenings

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Game Review Ratings And Their Failure

Posted on November 19, 2008 at 10:50 AM.

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I find it laughable when people use review ratings to justify a game's quality. That's the same thing that the developers are doing and they just encourage it. I mean, give me a break; You're going to use the same ratings that people argue over which is typically the opinion of the average joe who is impressed by the one facemask animation to justify your point?

Do you even know what site you are on?

I would think most of those who frequent OS would be able to use solid ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Forum Observations

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Subscription (Sports) Gaming

Posted on November 18, 2008 at 01:40 PM.

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Lately there have been reports of EA and 2K both looking towards and experimenting with different revenue streams to increase profit. One of those ways has included an EA "Total Access" pass where you must pay a fee up front (perhaps $20 or so) to join but be allowed a percentage off any EA Sports brand game that you purchase from GameStop.

Analyzing this further, it seems like a fantastic deal. EA ultimately gains more sales. With, lets say... a $45 price tag, there would be more inclination ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Gaming News

Friday, November 14, 2008

Fanboy.

Posted on November 14, 2008 at 11:02 AM.

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The term "fanboy" apparently dates back to 1919. While video games weren't around at the time (or televisions to play them on, for that matter), apparently people were going around being "fanboys" of certain guns or pants. Who knows? Sadly the term has made its way throughout our own beloved video game culture and continues to destroy the fabric of all we hold dear. Ok, maybe I'm being a little too dramatic here.

As it stands, it's very difficult for individuals to hold a conversation ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Forum Observations

Thursday, November 13, 2008

OS Forums - Can They Ruin A Game For You?

Posted on November 13, 2008 at 01:04 PM.

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Operation Sports is the 'net's #1 place you should go to for Sports Gaming. I don't really have to tell you that; You're already here! You will find hundreds of Sports Gamers at any given time discussing what they love most: Sports Games. This is an extension of the unbridled passion we have for our favorite sports, teams and players. But with all this sharing throughout the community, there is a price to be paid...

Have you ever really enjoyed a game only to come on a message board ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Forum Observations

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

The SportsGamer of Today.

Posted on November 11, 2008 at 03:41 PM.

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What has happened to the SportsGamer?

If you talk to someone that has been playing games for many years, it's very difficult to not find them reminiscing of Tecmo Bowl, Double Dribble and Blades of Steel. There were no sliders, complaints about the AI or essays on exactly how the game is "broken." The SportsGamer simply enjoyed a game that was fun and made with an attempt to bring the best out of a specific sport.

Flash forward to today and all you will see are gamers everywhere ... Read More

Category: Sports Gaming, Forum Observations