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EA set to reveal next-gen FIFA and Battlefield

Edge:Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello has stated that next-gen editions of FIFA and Battlefield are in development, and it’ll discuss the titles further in May.

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000014120d ago (Edited 4120d ago )

“We’re also investing in Gen 4 console technologies and content,” said Riccitiello, as part of today’s financial results. “We’ve signalled that we’re working on the next editions of our two biggest franchises in Battlefield and FIFA. And, we look forward to discussing these programs and many others with you when we provide our FY14 guidance in May.”- EA's John Riccitiello

well thats extremely telling about the next generation launch windows for either Microsoft, Sony or both if your able to use common sense. FIFA 12 launched on September 27, 2011, and FIFA 13 launched on September 25, 2012. also Battlefield 3 launched October 25, 2011. FIFA is an annual title and Battlefield has become a bi-annual title similar to the Call of Duty franchise depending on the game and developer.

assuming EA wouldn't push back or halt the release of an annual title like FIFA you have to assume then that at least one next generation console will be out a few weeks before or a few weeks after late September of 2013. if that wouldn't be the case, then why would EA talk about a next generation version of an annual title so early? you can then only conclude that Battlefield 4 will be out presumably sometime in late October of 2013. not only does this confirm by association a next generation console being out sometime between August-October 2013, but that also means one or both console manufacturer will have to at least announce their new console very very soon to start marketing.

this also bring up a good point, if the new FIFA and Battlefield will be talked about in May 2013, then if this is not yet an official announcement for those two games by EA's Riccitiello. then there must be an official announcing of those titles by EA or some other gaming related source prior to May 2013. this leaves one option, these two titles will be at least announced for next generation systems. most likely by a console manufacturer either by press briefing or press event. So whether its Sony or Microsoft, at least one of these companies is unveiling or announcing their console and announcing these two titles for the next generation platform.

NYC_Gamer4120d ago

Yup,MS and Sony are getting ready to speak on their new consoles..

000014120d ago

exactly, im guessing sometime in February, idk isnt Sony's Destination thing in February? but it would be odd Microsoft wouldn't also do it next month if they suspected Sony of an imminent announcement or vise versa. i guess we'll have to see..

solid_warlord4120d ago

I bet that bald, fat attention seeker that is M$ CEO Steve Ballmer...is gonna let slip that M$ are working on next gen console soon. He let slip Windows 8 before it was official shown or announced. Its only natural that he gets his attention he craves soon.

da_2pacalypse4120d ago

Is Orbis a metaphor for the little man in your pants? :P

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PSN-JeRzYzFyNeSt4120d ago

yes fifa is an annual product and bf every other yr... but they may go ahead and release fifa 14 in september and bf4 in october for current gen consoles and having the next gen fifa14 and BF4 as lunch titles for next gen consoles..

Thats prob whats going to happen. they wouldnt delay current gen. im guessing

zeeshan4120d ago

That's the first thought that came to my mind as well. If EA is set to reveal the titles come May then we are going to see some mighty big announcements in June during E3.

Oh boy! Last E3 was very disappointing (to me) but this E3 will probably make up for it.

DeadlyFire4120d ago (Edited 4120d ago )

Well Sony Vice President has stated May as well I believe.

Its not uncommon for EA to side with Sony and Activision to side with Microsoft. So PS4 timed exclusive early BF4 beta? Maybe.

BuLLDoG9094120d ago

"We’re also investing in Gen 4 console technologies and content, We’ve signalled that we’re working on the >NEXT EDITIONS< of our two biggest franchises in Battlefield and FIFA"

pretty much confirms the next battlefield game will be next gen =]]]]

UnholyLight4120d ago

Been calling it for a long time now. What is laughable is that anyone can downvote this when it is so blatantly obvious. They would not speak about their games like this if this was not the case.

THE TIME IS NIGH, MY FRIENDS

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Convas4120d ago

@Blue_Flowers: I think during odd years (someone correct me if I'm wrong), MS holds this conference/hands-on called "X".

Last year they had a "Spring Showcase" on February 29th (or somewhere in the vicinity) and it was HEAVILY embargoed till March 5th (or somewhere in that vicinity).

Either way, whether they call it X13 or the Spring Showcase 2013, I truly believe both Sony and MS are going to reveal their next-gen offerings in February to start the official hype and then drive that train straight into full-blown E3 madness come June.

000014120d ago (Edited 4120d ago )

ok yeah thats it, thanks man. i realize both Sony and Microsoft have big titles and exclusives still coming out on their current platforms. but i still think, like you, that February is the month of a next generation reveal.

profgerbik4120d ago (Edited 4120d ago )

I would hope EA get's their shit together sports wise this time around. That is all I ask for.

superterabyte4119d ago

Depends on what sport you mean tho because some ea sports titles are getting better

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danny8184120d ago

Awsome. Next gen is gonna be dope

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Marvel Rivals closed alpha contract stops from criticizing the game

The Marvel Rivals closed alpha test has begun. On the surface, things seem to be fine, but creators who are joined into their creator program are signing a contract that forbids them from saying negative things about the game.

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-Foxtrot1d 10h ago

How can you trust people when you have shit like this going on

Honestly I think the game looks average first impressions wise and will probably die off within a year or so.

XiNatsuDragnel1d 4h ago

Jeez man we want games to grow and develop and if we're prevented from that this is how games dying amidst other complications.

Kaii1d 2h ago

Strike one: Netease
Strike two: Not allowing criticism

lol

anast1h ago

This means the game sucks. Now we can move on ahead of time and look forward to something else.

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Helldivers 2 CEO reveals who restricted the latest countries in the PSN controversy

The Arrowhead Game Studios CEO has shed some new light on the mass restrictions of Helldivers 2 in 180 countries.

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ocelot071h ago

Sony needs to learn pc players are noting like console players. If they don't like something about the way you handle a game they will do everything to derail the game. Review bomb on steam, pirate the game what ever.

Sony should just stick to releasing single player pc games. Or don't allow crossplay so no need for PSN linking on pc. Or just stop releasing games on pc.

Angyobangyo50m ago

One of the most childish takes on this situation.

MrNinosan14m ago

Because it's true?
Sony should skip out on PC, because their fans are the most toxic around, and nothing good will come out of it in the end.

theindiearmy6m ago

Sony a week ago with Helldivers 2: "We’re still learning what is best for PC players and your feedback has been invaluable."

Now with Ghost of Tsushima: "We've thought it over...screw you all."

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All Hopes I Had For A Prey Sequel Have Been Crushed — Well Done, Microsoft

The magnificent Prey was once again abandoned as Microsoft disregarded Arkane Austin's achievements and crucified it just for Redfall.

RaidenBlack1d 2h ago

well, not entirely ... the main Arkane studio i.e Arkane Lyon's still there ...
Its only that, the sequel will take more time now ... after Blade & Dishonored 3

MrBaskerville6h ago

But who knows, Dishonored 3 could have been Austins next project, so might be cancelled.

-Foxtrot1d 1h ago (Edited 1d 1h ago )

Not even this Prey

Still longing for a sequel to the original Prey with Tommy

The studio didn't even want to call this Prey, it was just Bethesda being dicks to them for some reason.

RaidenBlack20h ago

MS closed Roundhouse Studios (ex-Human Head Studios) as well

Yui_Suzumiya9h ago

Yeah, that's who was going to do the original sequel.

bunt-custardly1h ago

Don't worry there are some other games in development that might fill that void. Look up Vigilancer.

isarai16h ago

Came here to say this, my hooes for a Prey sequel died when this "Prey" came out

Profchaos7h ago

Prey 2017 still hurts to play because what could have been looked so incredible

Profchaos7h ago

Same Bethesda basically screwed over the original developer team human head back around 2011 so it was really never going to come despite a honestly amazing trailer. I liked prey 2017 but it always held a stink of disappointment due to what we never got

FinalFantasyFanatic3h ago

I really didn't like this game, tried it because of how loved the original Prey was, played the demo of this one and thought it was garbage, it didn't feel nice/fun to play.

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LostPotato1d 1h ago (Edited 1d 1h ago )

Keep dreaming then as Prey and Dishonored 2 did not sell well enough to get sequels.

Hence we got Deathloop and Redfall instead.

RaidenBlack20h ago

lol, Deathloop came from Prey: Mooncrash idea

Unknown_Gamer57949h ago

To everyone who cheered MS’s acquisitions, we told you so…

Inverno7h ago

Those people will just argue that Arkane Austin and Tango would've been shut down either way.

MrBaskerville6h ago

Zenimax allready put them in a tight spot by demanding them to do a multiplayer title. So it's not unlikely, considering how bad the game performed. They didn't stand a chance. MS had the money to save them and to correct Zenimax' mistakes.

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