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NFL and 2K reach partnership (non-simulation games)

KoolAid

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The partnership returns NFL games to 2K, which is behind the NBA 2K and WWE 2K franchises, for the first time in over 15 years. 2K previously published the NFL 2K series from 1999-2004. The NFL has had a deal with Electronic Arts' EA Sports publishing label dating back to 2004, resulting in the popular NFL Madden franchise.

The new 2K, NFL games are described as "non-simulation football game experiences" and specifics on developers, exact titles and release dates are yet to be revealed. However, current projects are already in early development and are slated to launch sometime in 2021.

"We're thrilled to be back in business with the NFL in a partnership that will span multiple video games centered on fun, approachable and social experiences," David Ismailer, president of 2K, said. "It's exciting to bring together 2K's expertise in creating award-winning sports games with the NFL's renowned status as a world-class entertainment and sports organization."
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NFL, 2K Games Ink Multiyear Partnership for Numerous Future Titles

The NFL has entered into a new multiyear partnership with video game publisher 2K Games that will encompass multiple upcoming titles. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Snarfington

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Oh man, absolutely yes

Some competition in this space is so sorely needed, I'm very excited for this as an infrequent Madden buyer.
 
Gay Bowser

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they specifically say these are non-simulation nfl games so i wouldn't assume nfl 2k as we know it is coming back

it could be like nfl manager or something
 
Blent

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'Non-simulation football game experiences' = not NFL2K21, sadly.

But still, an exciting development in the world of NFL games that desperately needs something other than Madden.
 
bloodyroarx

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re reads and sees non simulation

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Fatmanp

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Tbh none of the EA Sports games are sim like anyway. Madden is more so than Fifa but they are still pretty arcadey. 2k5 is still more realistic than Madden is 15 years on.
 

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Happy that there appears to be more scope for NFL games in the future. I find there's too much going on in Madden to be enjoyable so the idea of a simpler non-sim version with all the licenses is very appealing.
 
Agent X

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If the new game(s) (for now) are "non-simulation", then I figure that they might consist of arcade-style action games (something like NFL Blitz), or some kind of NFL-themed card or puzzle games for mobile devices.
 
Net_Wrecker

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I'm almost glad they immediately clarified it won't be a straight up NFL 2K22 given 2K's awful business practices in recent years. The company that released the fantastic NFL 2K5 at bargain prices to undercut Madden and provide a real alternative is dead.
 
Gay Bowser

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doodlewhizz said:
Happy that there appears to be more scope for NFL games in the future. I find there's too much going on in Madden to be enjoyable so the idea of a simpler non-sim version with all the licenses is very appealing.
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I wouldn't assume they mean non-simulation as in the sense of, like, the sim-to-arcade continuum of "realness", because how would you even legally define that

I think it's going to be, like, a not-controlling-players-running-around-with-the-ball type of thing
 
zedox

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Pandora's box has been opened.

THE KING HAS RETURNED!

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FishHookFPC

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I'd be happy with a new arcade-style football game on consoles. But I'd assume mostly mobile games are going to come from this partnership.

EA's contract with the NFL expires relatively soon too, I think it's next year? This could be the NFL shopping around for a new exclusive partner, opening up to the idea of ending their exclusivity deal, or at minimum using 2K to leverage EA into a more league-favorable deal come next year.
 
Hero of Legend

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They should somehow do a remaster of NFL 2K5 for all systems at max res at 60fps for their respective platforms (1080p for Switch, 4K for the others, etc) with no changes or additions (so free of MTX garbage). It'd be a huge goodwill move if they can.
 
TheForgotten

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Well its 2K so even if it was a new 2K NFL they would make it like the NBA 2K games and go all in on the card games where they can sell packs and make everythign else a afterthought or painful grind.
 
MisterR

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No interest in a non simulation football game. Kind of a bummer. We need a real 2k football game back.
 
daybreak

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Oh man, please let this also be the case for the NHL. Give me any NHL game other than this dogshit EA turns out every year.
 

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Hero of Legend said:
They should somehow do a remaster of NFL 2K5 for all systems at max res at 60fps for their respective platforms (1080p for Switch, 4K for the others, etc) with no changes or additions (so free of MTX garbage). It'd be a huge goodwill move if they can.
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This and NHL 2K5 for $20 each at launch was amazing. Not sure if they did that with NBA that year or not.
 
rsfour

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Time for more 2k kurrency and bullshit from the devs.

Gotta prey on more children for lootboxes
 
J-Skee

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LOL what's the point if it's not a return to NFL 2K? I can't believe 2K even agreed to this. They are still locked out of making simulation games, that's so trash. Sure, we might get NFL Blitz or something similar out of this, but Madden is literally the only sim game in town due to contracts.
 
ILikeFeet

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Either an arcade game or a management game?

Either way, about damn time NFL spread the license around
 
chilleverest

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You move FIFA. I'm tired of EA's bullshittery, not that 2k have been any better, but their gameplay has been miles better.
 
MisterR

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Waste of time. A lot of people on message boards like this that hate sports games might try it, but these will flop. Real sports fans want simulation games.
 
Baked Pigeon

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Thank you lord!!!!!! Finally we can get something that's not the same old madden experience.

Between this and The Show coming to other platforms, we are getting blessed.
 
daybreak

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MisterR said:
Waste of time. A lot of people on message boards like this that hate sports games might try it, but these will flop. Real sports fans want simulation games.
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I'm a "real sports fan" (specifically NHL) and I just want good games that are fun. I don't care if it's simulation or not. Don't gatekeep.
 
5pectre

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I haven't ever played the NFL 2K games, so how non-simulation are they compared to NFL Blitz?
 
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