Why did EA Sports discontinue the "F1 Challenge" series after 2003?

Sony Acquired Exclusive Licensing

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1.

Why did EA Sports discontinue the "F1 Challenge" series after 2003?
- A.
  
  Problems With Car Handling
- B.
  
  Freezing
- C.
  
  Sony Acquired Exclusive Licensing
- D.
  
  Game Play Issues
Correct Answer
C. Sony Acquired Exclusive Licensing

Explanation
EA Sports discontinued the "F1 Challenge" series after 2003 because Sony acquired exclusive licensing. This means that Sony obtained the rights to produce and distribute Formula 1 video games, leaving EA Sports unable to continue developing the series. This acquisition likely led to the discontinuation as EA Sports no longer had the necessary licensing rights to create new installments of the game.

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2.

Who joined John Motson as a commentator on EA's "FIFA Football 2003"?
- A.
  
  Ally Mccoist
- B.
  
  Ronaldinho
- C.
  
  Andy Gray
- D.
  
  Pele
Correct Answer
A. Ally Mccoist

Explanation
Ally Mccoist joined John Motson as a commentator on EA's "FIFA Football 2003".

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3.

Due to NCAA rules, who cannot be featured as cover athletes on EA's "NCAA Football"?
- A.
  
  Ineligible Players
- B.
  
  Red Shirts
- C.
  
  Current Players
- D.
  
  Notre Dame Players
Correct Answer
C. Current Players

Explanation
Current players cannot be featured as cover athletes on EA's "NCAA Football" due to NCAA rules. This is because the NCAA prohibits the use of current players' likenesses for commercial purposes in order to maintain their amateur status. Therefore, EA cannot feature current players as cover athletes in their game to comply with these rules.

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4.

Which of EA's "FIFA" releases had the tagline: "Create brilliance"?
- A.
  
  FIFA 10
- B.
  
  FIFA 04
- C.
  
  FIFA 98
- D.
  
  FIFA 94
Correct Answer
B. FIFA 04

Explanation
FIFA 04 is the correct answer because it was one of EA's "FIFA" releases that had the tagline "Create brilliance." This tagline suggests that the game allows players to showcase their skills and create amazing moments on the virtual soccer field.

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5.

The North American cover of "FIFA 11" featured Kaka, Carlos Vela and what MLS player?
- A.
  
  David Ginola
- B.
  
  Thierry Henry
- C.
  
  Landon Donovan
- D.
  
  David Beckham
Correct Answer
C. Landon Donovan

Explanation
The correct answer is Landon Donovan because he is an MLS player and was featured on the North American cover of "FIFA 11" along with Kaka and Carlos Vela.

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6.

Who is "the voice" of EA Sports?
- A.
  
  Don Transeth
- B.
  
  Matthew McConaughey
- C.
  
  Matthew Broderick
- D.
  
  Andrew Anthony
Correct Answer
D. Andrew Anthony

Explanation
Andrew Anthony is the voice of EA Sports because he has been the official voiceover artist for the company for several years. He is known for his distinctive voice and has provided commentary and narration for various EA Sports video games, including the popular FIFA series. His voice has become synonymous with the brand and is recognized by gamers worldwide.

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7.

Most games under the EA Sports brand are developed by what arm of the business?
- A.
  
  EA Swindon
- B.
  
  EA Canada
- C.
  
  EA Tiburon
- D.
  
  EA Blackbox
Correct Answer
B. EA Canada

Explanation
EA Canada is the correct answer because it is the arm of the business responsible for developing most games under the EA Sports brand. EA Swindon, EA Tiburon, and EA Blackbox are not mentioned as the primary developers for EA Sports games.

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8.

How many titles did EA Sports release under the "Knockout Kings" series?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  10
- C.
  
  11
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
A. 5

Explanation
EA Sports released a total of 5 titles under the "Knockout Kings" series.

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9.

When was the first online "EA Sports Game Show"?
- A.
  
  2000
- B.
  
  2008
- C.
  
  1998
- D.
  
  1996
Correct Answer
B. 2008

Explanation
The correct answer is 2008. This means that the first online "EA Sports Game Show" took place in 2008.

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10.

For what years was EA's "NCAA March Madness" series issued?
- A.
  
  1991-1994
- B.
  
  1990-1996
- C.
  
  1995-2007
- D.
  
  1994-2000
Correct Answer
C. 1995-2007

Explanation
The correct answer is 1995-2007. This means that EA's "NCAA March Madness" series was issued from 1995 to 2007.

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11.

What was the final year in which EA issued the "Cricket" series?
- A.
  
  2007
- B.
  
  2000
- C.
  
  2001
- D.
  
  1994
Correct Answer
A. 2007

Explanation
EA issued the "Cricket" series for the final time in the year 2007.

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12.

In which "NHL" release is the "Wendy's" logo shown at the center of the ice in every rink?
- A.
  
  NHL 03
- B.
  
  NHL 09
- C.
  
  NHL 99
- D.
  
  NHL 97
Correct Answer
D. NHL 97

Explanation
In NHL 97, the Wendy's logo is shown at the center of the ice in every rink.

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13.

Who performed "Guilty" on the "NHL 99" soundtrack?
- A.
  
  Gravity Kills
- B.
  
  Barry Manilow
- C.
  
  Boyz II Men
- D.
  
  Killerz
Correct Answer
A. Gravity Kills

Explanation
Gravity Kills performed the song "Guilty" on the "NHL 99" soundtrack.

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14.

Who provided the play-by-play commentary through EA's "NHL" series?
- A.
  
  Jim Hughson
- B.
  
  Daryl Reaugh
- C.
  
  Bill Clement
- D.
  
  Andy Gray
Correct Answer
A. Jim Hughson

Explanation
Jim Hughson provided the play-by-play commentary through EA's "NHL" series.

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When introduced as commentator in "NHL 2002", whose quirky style got mixed reviews from fans of the game?
- A.
  
  Andy Barron
- B.
  
  Andy Adlard
- C.
  
  Andy Gray
- D.
  
  Don Taylor
Correct Answer
D. Don Taylor

Explanation
Don Taylor received mixed reviews from fans of the game when he was introduced as a commentator in "NHL 2002".

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Do You Play EA Sports?

Why did EA Sports discontinue the "F1 Challenge" series after 2003?

Who joined John Motson as a commentator on EA's "FIFA Football 2003"?

Due to NCAA rules, who cannot be featured as cover athletes on EA's "NCAA Football"?

Which of EA's "FIFA" releases had the tagline: "Create brilliance"?

The North American cover of "FIFA 11" featured Kaka, Carlos Vela and what MLS player?

Who is "the voice" of EA Sports?

Most games under the EA Sports brand are developed by what arm of the business?

How many titles did EA Sports release under the "Knockout Kings" series?

When was the first online "EA Sports Game Show"?

For what years was EA's "NCAA March Madness" series issued?

What was the final year in which EA issued the "Cricket" series?

In which "NHL" release is the "Wendy's" logo shown at the center of the ice in every rink?

Who performed "Guilty" on the "NHL 99" soundtrack?

Who provided the play-by-play commentary through EA's "NHL" series?

When introduced as commentator in "NHL 2002", whose quirky style got mixed reviews from fans of the game?