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Richard Chavez

Home Town: Newark, NJ
Sports: Basketball, Football, Baseball
Games: NFL 2K5 and the NBA series
Teams: Knicks, Giants, Mets
OS Username: OS: Chavez21
Tags: Live: Version One PSN: itstrueitstrue92
Friday, August 15, 2008
TNA Impact Hands-On Preview
11:32 AM - August 15, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Our very own Richard Chavez recetly got a chance to get his hands on Midway's new wrestling title, TNA iMPACT. Be sure to check out what Richard thought of the game with his hands-on preview!

Quote:
"The virtual wrestling ring has been barren over the years. With WCW dying out in 2001, the only non-WWE grappling games have been in the form of Legends of Wrestling and Backyard Wrestling. Since those games are terrible, THQ has been devoid of any competition and wrestling fans have been left with only the Smackdown series. Now another company is climbing the ladder to reach THQ’s once-undisputed title."

Game: TNA iMPACT!Reader Score: 6/10 - Vote Now
Platform: PS2 / PS3 / Wii / Xbox 360Votes: 7 - View All
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Worst Commentary in Sports Games (This Gen)
11:16 AM - August 6, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Over the course of the past few years, there have been some classic examples of great commentary in sports game. Unfortunately, there have been some classic examples of how to not do commentary in sports games. Richard Chavez takes a look at the five worst recent examples of games with terrible commentary in his article, Worst Commentary in Sports Games. Put your earplugs in.

Quote:
"Commentary in sports games is a relatively new feature. It debuted on the SNES and Genesis with simple statements telling you what was going on in the game. It really took a step forward on the PS1 when CD-quality audio was introduced. Commentary has evolved from NBA Jam’s “FOR THREE!” to full blown conversations in ESPN NFL 2K5 and beyond. With the technology we have now, commentary can sound just like it does on television. Still, there are certain games where you would rather hear the sound of horses breeding. So without further delay, these are some recent games with terrible commentary."

Monday, July 28, 2008
Challenging the Champ: How to Beat No Mercy
01:52 PM - July 28, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Most wrestling gamers still feel WWF: No Mercy was the greatest wrestling game ever made. We are now a decade past that landmark title and no game has yet to challenge No Mercy for the best wrestling game of all time. How can gaming companies replicate the success of No Mercy? Our very own Richard Chavez takes a look at that question in his article Challenging the Champ: How to Beat No Mercy.

Quote:
"There is no doubt that the Smackdown games sell a ton and will continue to do so; yet, we still aren't close to finding a suitable contender to the throne. If Yukes/THQ, Midway, or any other wrestling game developer wants to beat No Mercy, they need to follow these guidelines: consistency, simplicity, and attention to detail. With the Smackdown series being the most frequent offender, we’ll use that franchise as the basis of our comparison."

Tuesday, July 15, 2008
MLB All-Star Game Simulation
04:41 PM - July 15, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
The Major League Baseball All-Star game is tonight. After what was a memorable home-run derby with Josh Hamilton being introduced to the world, will we see any memorable moments tonight? Carlos Hernandez uses MLB '08: The Show as his crystal ball to get a better picture of what is in store tonight. Check out his MLB All-Star Game Simulation to see what The Show predicts!

Quote:
"The last three times the All Star Game was played in Yankee Stadium, the Bronx Bombers reached the World Series. After hearing that statistic, Yankee fans surely cannot wait to get the second half underway. Meanwhile with home field advantage at stake, the players representing the National League and American League have a lot more to play for than bragging rights. In the final season at Yankee Stadium, baseball fans across the world can at least expect a competitive game. If we are lucky, something special will happen. If not, we will have a tie."

Game: MLB '08: The ShowReader Score: 8.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: PS2 / PS3 / PSPVotes: 97 - View All
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Madden NFL 09 RB Ratings Analysis
11:36 AM - July 8, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez is back this week with a ratings analysis of running backs in Madden NFL 09. Be sure to check out which running backs were hosed and which ones got more than what they deserved in his Madden NFL 09 RB Ratings Analysis.

Quote:
"Usually, the guys at EA are in the right ballpark when it comes to rating players, yet every year there are some suspect ratings that drive people nuts. I will be taking a look at the running backs you’ll be handing off to in August. You’ll see which ratings are downright suspect and which runners you’ll get ready to exploit online."

Game: Madden NFL 09Reader Score: 7/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360 / PS2 / PS3 / Wii / PSP / NDSVotes: 88 - View All
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
A Feeling of Emptiness: Missed Game Series
02:35 PM - July 1, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Over the past several years, a lot of popular sports gaming series have left us. Richard Chavez has put together a list of the most missed sports video games series. Check out his article, A Feeling of Emptiness: Missed Game Series.

Quote:
"With so many different sports games releasing every season, it’s easy to forget that there were many more just a few years ago. Exclusive licenses, changing times and companies folding took these games away during their primes, but they will live on in our hearts. These are a few sports series I wish I could still play."

Friday, June 27, 2008
NBA 2K9 Declining Player Rating Projections
12:25 PM - June 27, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Operation Sports' resident ratings expert Richard Chavez checks in today with an article taking a look at some NBA players who should expect to see their digital counterparts' ratings fall this season in NBA 2k9. Check out Chavez's article, NBA 2K9 Declining Player Rating Projections.

Quote:
"With the NBA Draft finally over, teams and fans can look forward to all the young guys they team have and who they can look forward to seeing in 2008-2009. What about the veterans who are on the decline? In this article, I am going to analyze five players who are not like fine wine and are indeed getting worse as the years pass."

Game: NBA 2K9Reader Score: 8.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: PS2 / PS3 / Xbox 360Votes: 72 - View All
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
WWE Legends of WrestleMania Roster Wishlist
06:43 PM - June 17, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez checks in today with a look at which former WWE Superstars he thinks should make the cut and be included in WWE Legends of Wrestlemania. Check out his article, WWE Legends of WrestleMania Roster Wishlist.
Quote:
"Plenty of great ideas fail: Pepsi Crystal, New Coke, trading for Victor Zambrano, the original Hulk movie and…Legends of Wrestling. The concept was sound, but the gameplay did not come through. Now with WWE Legends of WrestleMania releasing in time for WrestleMania XXV, a do over is upon us."

Game: WWE Legends Of WrestlemaniaReader Score: 6/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360 / PS3Votes: 9 - View All
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Madden NFL 09: WR Position Analysis
02:43 PM - June 12, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez is back this week to take a look at the wide receivers in Madden NFL 09. Be sure to check out his WR Position Analysis and also be sure to vote on which position you'd like to see covered next week!

Quote:
"The guys at EA usually get their ratings largely correct but, every year there are some suspect ratings that drive people nuts. I will be taking a look at the wide receivers you’ll be throwing to in August in this week's article. You’ll see which ratings are downright suspect and which wide receivers you’ll get ready to exploit online."

Game: Madden NFL 09Reader Score: 7/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360Votes: 88 - View All
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
NBA 2K9 Cover Athlete: The Contenders
07:01 PM - June 4, 2008. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Richard Chavez
With the announcement of the NBA 2K9 cover athlete only 24 hours away Richard Chavez has put together a list of the NBA 2K9 Cover Athlete Contenders.

Quote:
"The front of NBA 2K9 is up for grabs and although the game doesn’t come out for another four months, hoops fans are debating who should get the honor. This list will go over the players who deserve to grace the cover of NBA 2K9."

Post a comment to let us know if you agree or disagree with Richard's picks.

Game: NBA 2K9Reader Score: 8.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360 / PS2 / PS3Votes: 72 - View All
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Madden NFL 09 Quarterbacks Analysis
12:34 PM - June 3, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez checks in today with a take on which quarterbacks in Madden NFL 09 were hosed with their ratings and which ones must've paid money to EA under the table to get the ratings they did. Check out his take here.
Quote:
"For the most part, the guys at EA get their ratings largely correct. Every year, there are some suspect ratings that drive people nuts. For now, I’m going to take a look at the quarterbacks you’ll be playing with in August to determine if EA was right or wrong with their ratings. You’ll see which ratings are downright suspect and which quarterbacks made those extra calls to EA."

Game: Madden NFL 09Reader Score: 7/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360 / PS2 / PS3 / Wii / PSP / NDSVotes: 88 - View All
Monday, May 19, 2008
The Leap: NBA 2K9
02:59 PM - May 19, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez is back this week with a look at five players who will be making big jumps ratings wise for NBA 2k9. Be sure to check out who he thinks will be making the leap.

Quote:
"When NBA 2K9 is released this upcoming fall, there will most definitely be debates ranging from Boston fans whining about Glen Davis’ rating to Lakers haters disputing Los Angeles’ almost assuredly high team rating. Nobody knows the method that 2K Sports uses to rate players, but we can safely conclude these five guys certainly won’t be complaining."

Game: NBA 2K9Reader Score: 8.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Xbox 360 / PS3Votes: 72 - View All
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Top Individual Achievments in Sports Games
08:18 PM - May 13, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
Richard Chavez checks in this week with an article talking about the most impressive individual achievements in sports video games. Have any others you'd like to add onto the list or have you accomplished any of them? Be sure to let us know!
Quote:
"When you play sports games, the goal for your team is to win the championship in whatever you are playing. However, you also want the individuals on your team to make a name for themselves as well. The four achievements I am about to talk on today all signify important individual achievements."

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Madden 09: The Potentially Most Overused Teams Online
12:26 PM - May 6, 2008. Posted by RaychelSnr. Written by Richard Chavez
In his article writing debut for Operation Sports, Richard Chavez tells us what five teams are going to be overused in Madden 09 Online.

Quote:
"If I had a quarter for every time I played the New England Patriots in Madden 08, I’d have been able to buy the franchise myself. In fact I got so used to seeing Tom Brady I thought I’d be the next person to have his child. But now with the newest Madden on the horizon, we’re going to take a look at some teams that may end up being the most overused online teams in ‘09. "

Platform: DC

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