TopSpin 2K25: The full-fledged soundtrack and score is jam-packed

Tennis can be fire by itself but when you have TopSpin 2K25 involved you can rest assured the sounds and score are going to hit way different. So gearing up for everyone from Drake and Diplo to Pusha T and The Weeknd setting the tones? Oh yes.

It’s all types of music heavyweights involved in what you’re going to experience once TopSpin 2K25 drops next week. Start geeking out. The deets coming fully courtesy of the amazing folks over at TopSpin 2K25, of course.

The athleticism and culture on display in TopSpin 2K25 demand a high-energy and trend-setting soundtrack. Today, 2K announced the official in-game soundtrack and original score by acclaimed artist BT.

With a career spanning over 25 years, BT - also known as Brian Transeau - is a Grammy-Nominated music producer, composer, technologist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. He is credited as a pioneer of the Trance and IDM genres that paved the way for modern-day EDM. BT is also a classically trained composer and songwriter, credited as a pioneer of a variety of important plugins that producers around the world have gone on to use as essentials. BThas written, produced, and remixed artists including Peter Gabriel, Depeche Mode, NSYNC, Sting, David Bowie, Death Cab for Cutie, The Roots, Madonna, Britney Spears, Tiesto and more. He is also an accomplished film composer, known for his scores on Monster and The Fast and The Furious. Other notable projects include writing the music for Tomorrowland at Disneyland Shanghai, as well as web 3 projects, audio visual music and fully generative 3D art.

Additionally, Off-Court Ambassador and avowed tennis and TopSpin 2K fan Pete Wentz, best known as the bassist and lyricist of the award-winning and Grammy-nominated band Fall Out Boy, lent his musical acumen by contributing a version of the Fall Out Boy song “Heartbreak Feels so Good” from the band’s latest album “So Much (For) Stardust,” remixed by acclaimed DJ Dillon Francis, to the official in-game soundtrack. The remix premiered in the official TopSpin 2K25 announcement trailer.

The TopSpin 2K25 soundtrack also features a who’s who of EDM and pop music artists including Armin van Buuren, Swedish House Mafia, Diplo, Calvin Harris, Drake, Halsey, Pharrell, Justin Timberlake, DeadMau5, Kaskade, and more.

The TopSpin 2K25 soundtrack features 18 songs, including:

• “Heartbreak Feels So Good” (Dillon Francis Remix) - Fall Out Boy;

• “All Eyes on Me” (Chad Hugo Remix) - Phoenix ft. BENEE & Pusha T;

• "Windows" - BT & April Bender;

• “One More Time" - Armin van Buuren ft. Maia Wright;

• "Stay With Me" - Calvin Harris ft. Justin Timberlake, Halsey & Pharrell;

• "Massive" - Drake;

• "Atmosphere" - FISHER x Kita Alexander;

• "Put Me Together" - Youngr;

• "Numb (Elderbrook VIP)" - Elderbrook;

• "Moth To A Flame" - Swedish House Mafia & The Weeknd;

• "Escape" - Kx5 (DeadMau5 & Kaskade) ft. Hayla;

• "This Feeling" - Eden Prince & Alex Mills;

• "Echo" - RSCL, Repiet & Julia Kleijn;

• "Don't Forget My Love" - Diplo & Miguel;

• "Bloodstream" - Ferry Corsten & Ruben de Ronde;

• "On The Beach (Kryder Remix)" - York;

• "Feel It (AVIRA Remix)" - Cosmic Gate;

• "Lost” - Hans Glader ft. Kaylan Arnold.

The TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition and Grand Slam® Edition will be available April 23, 2024 - up to three days ahead* of Standard and Cross-Gen Editions! TopSpin 2K25 Standard and Cross-Gen Editions will be available Friday, April 26, 2024.

Pre-order** TopSpin 2K25 Standard Edition or Standard Cross-Gen Edition and receive the Under the Lights Pack, featuring Alternate Outfits for Serena Williams and Roger Federer, Wilson Nightfall Bundle, and Night-Time Majors. The Under the Lights Pack is also included with the Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions. Players who play TopSpin 2K25 between April 23 and April 25 (23:59 PST) can redeem the Early Adopters Bonus***, which includes 1,000 VC, 5 x 100% XP Boosts, and a special Super Tour Red Wilson gear bag. Additional information on the TopSpin 2K25Centre Court Passes and more will be shared soon.

Developed by Hangar 13, TopSpin 2K25 is rated E for Everyone from the ESRB. For more information on TopSpin 2K25, please visit https://topspin.2k.com/. Follow TopSpin 2K on TikTok, Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest TopSpin 2K25 news.

Video Games: Here's the 10 best Canadian cities for gamers

Let’s keep it 100 - gaming goals are global but there’s something extra special coming out of Canada in 2023. Whether it’s rap heavyweight Drake’s loyalty to Toronto or my personal favorite spot - Niagara Falls - there’s just a different vibe when you cross the border. So how about finding out the Top 10 Canadian cities gamers thrive the most in? Say less.

Whether you’re just looking for the best game stores or having a career in gaming, here’s the best spots to post up in once you touch down in Canada.

The research by Datslots.com studied data within Canadian cities to determine the best cities for gamers to reside in based on four categories: average download speed, gaming stores in the local area, local gaming culture - which was determined by Google search volumes for gaming related terms - and gaming job vacancies per city. These metrics were then merged to create an index and develop a final score. 

1. Victoria - 70.03

At number one Victoria emerges as the ultimate destination for gamers among Canadian cities. With its strong gaming culture, Victoria secures the title as the best gaming city in Canada. The city boasts the eighth highest internet download speed, ensuring a seamless and smooth online gaming experience for its residents. Moreover, Victoria's residents exhibit an avid interest in gaming, as evidenced by their frequent Google searches for gaming-related terms. The combination of these factors results in a top total score of 70.03, solidifying Victoria's position at the top of the list.

2. Toronto - 68.28

Toronto, the second best city for gamers in Canada, stands out as a vibrant gaming hub. It offers an abundance of resources, including a remarkable number of 43 video game stores. The city's thriving gaming culture is shown in its 143 available gaming jon vacancies, surpassing the runner-up by 75 vacancies. Toronto's residents showcase their obsession for gaming through high search volumes for game-related terms. Additionally, the city enjoys a strong download speed, ensuring a smooth gaming experience for its enthusiastic gamers.

 3. Montreal - 57.29 

Montreal secures a commendable third place with a total score of 57.29. It boasts the highest number of video game stores in Canada, totaling 60 establishments. Additionally, Montreal ranks third in job vacancies, showcasing its active gaming industry and a wealth of job opportunities for those aspiring a career in gaming. With its variety of stores, excellent download speed, and thriving job market, Montreal stands out as a beacon of Canadian gaming culture. 

 4. Vancouver - 57.01

Vancouver, the fourth best city for gamers in Canada, offers an impressive gaming scene. With 22 video game stores, gamers have ample options to explore. The city's thriving gaming industry is evident in the 68 gaming vacancies available for aspiring professionals. Vancouver also provides a commendable internet download speed of 120.55 Mbps, ensuring smooth online gaming experiences for residents.

5. Calgary - 55.96 

Calgary, the fifth best city for gamers in Canada, offers a vibrant gaming community. With 44 video game stores, gamers have a wide range of options. The city also presents 26 gaming vacancies, creating opportunities for aspiring professionals. Calgary's total score of 55.96 solidifies as the fifth best city for gamers in Canada. 

6. Moncton - 55.40

Moncton, the sixth best city for gamers in Canada, offers a remarkable gaming environment. With a high internet download speed of 238.80 Mbps, gamers can enjoy seamless online experiences. The city also boasts a thriving gaming community with numerous residents actively searching for game-related terms.

7. Oshawa - 52.23

Oshawa, ranked as the seventh best city for gamers in Canada, attains a score of 53.23 on the gaming index. The city is equipped with 15 video game stores, providing gamers with a range of options. Additionally, Oshawa boasts an impressive internet download speed of 248.63 Mbps, ensuring fast and reliable online gaming experiences for its residents.

8. Halifax - 49.87

According to the data, Halifax ranks as the eighth best city for gamers in Canada, this is in part contributed by 14 games stores, seven gaming vacancies and an internet download speed of 200.95 Mbps. 

9. Edmonton - 48.79

Edmonton ranks as the ninth best city in Canada for gamers. The city boasts a vibrant gaming culture, supported by 42 video game stores and 19 available gaming vacancies.

 10. Saint John’s - 48.11

Saint John's claims the tenth spot as the top Canadian city for gamers, benefiting from its impressive internet download speed of 272.65 Mbps. Additionally, the city's gaming community thrives with a significant number of residents actively searching for game-related terms. 

Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson from Datslots.com said: “As gaming and esports gain momentum in Canada, it's fascinating to explore data on the best cities for gamers. This research considers factors like gaming career opportunities, gaming establishments, and internet infrastructure. It reveals cities that provide favorable environments for gamers to connect and pursue their passion. This information is valuable for gamers seeking new communities and highlights the growth of the gaming industry in Canada. It's fascinating to see that Toronto and Vancouver do not take first place, and are instead upended by Victoria, whose residents are actively searching for game-related terms or content in higher numbers.”

Cyberpunk 2077: The new 'Phantom Liberty' game really might be must-play

The way Cyberpunk 2077 ended? Ah - still a bit painful no matter what option you took out but seeing the upcoming Phantom Liberty trailer and giving V another chance at life? Epic.

While September 26 still feels like an eternity away, it’s clear the new DLC is going to be well worth the wait. Start the countdown.

Here's 8 more reasons to count down God of War Ragnarok's inevitable release

It feels like forever since the God of War Ragnarok announcement but with no exact drop date other than before 2023 confirmed, it feels like an eternity before PlayStation heads get a hold of this must-play title. While the countdown to an unknown date continues, knowing there are eight brand new details about the game to look forward to? Oh yes.

With jam-packed accessibility options to tons of tools being available, there’s reason to hope the wait is well worth it.

“PlayStation recently published a post on the official PlayStation Blog, in which it revealed a bevy of accessibility features that will be available to players in the action-adventure sequel. With over 60 such tools available, it looks like the game will feature an impressive collection of accessibility options, and here, we're going to take a look at some of the key details that were recently revealed.”

The Cyberpunk 2077 expansion is coming but don't jump for joy yet

Low-key? I ‘just’ cracked into Cyberpunk 2077 this week. I caved into the pressure of trying out the game-changing title and just a few minutes into it, I am pretty blown away. While others have clocked in endless hours and completed the campaign - multiple times - I am pacing myself and based on some expansion news, it might be for the best.

It turns out CD Projeckt is going to wait things out and have folks hang tight until no sooner than 2023 to experience the game’s expansion pack. Yikes? Turns out 100 percent game completion is a real goal now for folks while they wait out the drop.

Of Course Call of Duty: Vanguard Is Packed W/ Zombies

Forget “The Walking Dead” and its endless spin-offs, the hype is realer than ever for Call of Duty: Vanguard as it inches closer to its drop date (November 5) and how appropriate to drop its Zombies trailer with Halloween around the corner?

The major reveal is jaw-dropping, packed with gory fun and enough bloodbaths to make Playboi Carti’s Whole Lotta Red seem like it’s made for this video game. Check out the Call of Duty: Vanguard Zombies reveal video!