NBA 2K20 is really for everyone. The popular basketball video game is now available on the newly launched Google Stadia. Peep the details and comment below!
2K today announced that NBA 2K20 is available beginning today on Google Stadia, providing a whole new way for fans to enjoy the top-selling and top-rated NBA video game simulation series. Stadia users in all 14 countries where Stadia is currently available can now find NBA 2K20 in Stadia’s digital storefront.
All versions of NBA 2K20 on Stadia are currently available as part of a special Stadia Pro Black Friday offer. The Standard Edition is available for $29.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition and Legend Edition are $39.99 and $49.99, respectively. Introductory pricing ends on December 3.*
NBA 2K20 continues to redefine what’s possible in sports gaming, featuring best-in-class graphics and gameplay, groundbreaking game modes, and unparalleled player control and customization. And with its immersive open-world Neighborhood, NBA 2K20 is a platform for gamers and ballers to come together and create what’s next in basketball culture.
Greatly expanding upon the foundations established after more than two decades of development, NBA 2K20 includes the next generation of Pro Stick controls, an updated MyCAREER mode executive produced by SpringHill Entertainment & LeBron James, the new MyPLAYER Builder, and all 12 WNBA teams for the first time in franchise history.
Once the special Black Friday introductory offer ends, NBA 2K20 Standard Edition and NBA 2K20 Digital Deluxe Edition will be available for $59.99 and $79.99, respectively. The NBA 2K20 Legend Edition includes 100,000 Virtual Currency, MyTEAM cards, digital items for MyPLAYERs, and more for $99.99.
Google didn’t let leaks ahead of its Pixel 4 hardware event steal its thunder. Yesterday (oct.15), the tech giant unveiled its worst-kept secret, the Gooogle Pixel 4/4XL. The company also had a few tricks up its sleeves, showing off new devices that sport some very intriguing new features.
Google Pixel 4/4XL
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Right out the gate, Google revealed the latest version of its flagship smartphone will be coming to all major US carriers. When the Pixel first arrived, you had to buy through the phone through Verizon if you wanted the phone directly from a US carrier. We are happy that it is no longer the case. As far as what’s new with the Pixel4/4XL, like all of the other latest smartphones, both phones sports multiple cameras.
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Both the 4 and 4XL come with a 12.2-megapixel f/1.7 primary camera and a 16-megapixel f/2.4 telephoto camera. The selfie camera in the front is 8-megapixel. Google boasts that the new telephoto camera will deliver “Super Res Zoom” thanks to the Pixel 4 using a combination of the optical zoom. As far as video is concerned, the Pixel 4 records 4K video at up to 30 frames per second and also at 1080p at 120fps.
Another new feature coming to the Pixel 4/4XL is Gesture Controls and a much faster Face Unlock thanks to a new “Radar” sensor in the phone. Pixel 4/4XL users will be able to control the device just by waving their hands. You will be able to either answer or send calls to voicemail and change songs with a flick of your wrist. Based on the demonstration in the video, it looks like it works very well.
Google Assistant is also getting a facelift with a new “fresh look” on Pixel 4. With the command of your voice, you can now set a time limit for how long you want your activity data to remain on your Google account. You can also instruct your virtual assistant to delete it.
The Recorder App also is getting a beneficial update that journalists and students will appreciate. Not only will you be able to record, but it will also transcribe for you at the same time. It will also feature a built-in search tool that will allow you to jump to important parts of your transcription.
Google Buds
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The previous version of the Google Buds was nothing to rave about. The new Google Buds are truly wireless, boast an improved fit, five-hour battery life, built-in assistant, and a stronger Bluetooth connection. Google promises it will allow for long-range use. In the video showing them off, they also made sure to display the bud’s ability to translate languages in real-time. Unfortunately, the new Google Buds are not dropping till next year, when they do, they will start at $179.
Pixelbook Go
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Leaks already hinted at Google dropping a new less expensive Chromebook, yesterday the tech company confirmed those speculations with the announcement of the Pixelbook Go. The new laptop is $350 cheaper than its predecessor, starting at $649. With an affordable price comes the omissions of certain features like the ability to flip it into a tablet mode.
Google Stadia Launch Date Confirmed
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Google shook up the video game with its gaming subscription service, Stadia. We knew it was arriving this year but didn’t have an exact date to mark on our calendars. Yesterday, Google announced that Stadia officially launches on November 19 and that at launch, you will be able to but Stadia’s Founder’s Edition. You can still pre-order that same edition for $129.99 as well as controllers here.
Google Nest Mini & Nest WiFi
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Last but certainly not least, the new Google Nest Mini and Next WiFi. The new Nest Mini comes with a wall mount, a new speaker the provided improved sound with “twice-as-strong bass.” It also has three microphones that will allow it to hear its owner’s commands in loud environments. Under the hood, it has a faster processor and improved software for much better performance. The device is environmentally conscious and has a top made from plastic bottles and a body made from 35 percent recycled plastic. The Google Nest Mini comes in four colors and will cost $49 when it drops on October 22.
Google hasn’t dropped an original WiFi router in 3 years, so the updated Google Nest WiFi should be a welcomed addition. The Nest WiFi is a base router that comes with companion extenders called points. Google states each Point comes with a speaker and microphones, which also makes them Googe Homes. With the Nest WiFi, you will be able to set up WiFi groups, schedule your kid’s internet use and blacklist websites.
One Google Nest WiFi and one Point will cost $269 and provides a signal for up to 3,8000 square feet. You can also purchase a three-pack for $349 and individual Points for $149 each. You can watch the entire event in the video below.
Google shook the video game world’s table back in March at the Game Developers Conference when it officially announced its new gaming streaming service Stadia which does away with the use of a console altogether. Unfortunately, we did not get that many details about it but that all changed yesterday (Jun.6) when the company let the chopper go spilling all the beans on the new service.
With E3 2019 right around the corner, it looks like Google is trying to stay ahead of leaks before any formal announcements at the gaming convention. We now know that when Stadia launches in November, it will be sort of a gradual one limited to you or a friend for the first few months, reportedly until 2020 if you invested in the $130 Founders Edition of the service. As a reward for your early participation, you will be given a limited edition “Night Blue” controller, a Chromecast Ultra, a unique Stadia name minus the filler numbers, a copy of Destiny 2 with all of the current and upcoming DLC as well as access to Stadia’s library of titles. Oh and if you happened to play Destiny 2 on Xbox One or PC your data could be transferred over thanks to crossplay functionality, don’t worry PS4 owners its definitely in the works for us as well, Google has stated as much but has not made an announcement yet.
When the service kicks off there will be no shortage of games either as Google is boasting 31 games will be ready at launch and they include some solid titles such as:
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, DOOM Eternal, DOOM 2016, Rage 2, The Elder Scrolls Online, Wolfenstein: Youngblood, Destiny 2, Get Packed, GRID, Metro Exodus, Thumper, Farming Simulator 19, Baldur’s Gate 3, Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid, Football Manager, Samurai Shodown, Final Fantasy XV, Tomb Raider Definitive Edition, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, NBA 2K, Borderlands 3, Gylt, Mortal Kombat 11, Darksiders Genesis, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Just Dance , Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint , Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 , Trials Rising, and The Crew 2.
Big name studios such as EA and Capcom also are slated to have some games on the way for the service as well. Now for the million dollar question, and that is how will this work? Well depending on your internet connection and Google is banking on that you have a good one you will be able to play the titles instantly through your Chrome browser on either your Pixel 3 or Pixel 3a phone, television via Chromecast and other supported devices soon.
As far as price is concerned Stadia subscriptions are concerned, there will be two tiers. There will be a free base subscription that does allow you to keep any game you buy and play at a resolution of 1080p at 60 frames per second. If you decided to pay $10 for the pro subscription you get the same benefits as the base, but you get free games every month plus you to get to enjoy them at 4K, 60fps, with HDR and 5.1 surround sound. If this service sounds familiar to you its because it’s basically the same as PlayStation Plus and Xbox Live Gold that grants its users similar perks. Now again, this all depends on your internet connection and what it can handle.
While this sounds revolutionary, Google is taking a big gamble here by hoping gamers are ready to move away from physical discs, and no indication suggests that is the case…YET. Also, not everyone has super fast internet speeds to fully immerse themselves in what Stadia is offering. So if you’re interested in the service, it would be wise to make sure your internet connection is up to par so you can use Stadia to its full potential. BUT we must say we are definitely intrigued by the idea, Stadia can definitely change the video game world rather quickly if it is successful.
We are looking forward to more information about Stadia as it comes out and be sure to keep it locked on Hip-Hop Wired as we will be keeping you up to speed on all the latest video game news that comes out E3 2019.
