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NCAA Basketball 09
Released On: Nov 17, 2008
70
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Based on 23 Critic Reviews
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22% Positive
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 23 Critic Reviews
70
22% Positive
5 Reviews
5 Reviews
78% Mixed
18 Reviews
18 Reviews
0% Negative
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The revamped NCAA Basketball 09 does a nice job of giving bracketheads what they want, despite some freshman jitters with its new engine. Even though NCAA Basketball 09 may not be a Final Four lock, it’s clear that the franchise has a winning road ahead of it.
NCAA Basketball 09 captures the essence of collegiate basketball and will give college hoops fan something to smile about. Although the game misses on some points, it’s rather nice to see the franchise improve for the past two years instead of taking a few steps back like its big brother.
Overall, while the game is a significant improvement over last years version, it's disappointing that many of the problems with the game weren't ironed out.
It’s not too different from last year’s installment, a bit of a step down in my opinion, but still good.
Thanks to a new game engine coupled with improvements to atmosphere and online play, NCAA Basketball 09 is a good game.
NCAA Basketball 09 is a serviceable showcase for basic hoops traits, but without a flagship feature to lead it, it fels more like a pro-flavored tilt without a few of the raw ingredients that make the collegiate sport special. [Jan 2009, p.76]
While I can’t recommend the game at $60 simply because it’s superior than previous EA attempts, I can say that it might lead to a better series down the road. You have to start somewhere, right?
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Summary NCAA Basketball 09 operates on a new gameplay engine with over 1,000 new animation sequences that deliver a more responsive experience with improved ball physics and more intelligent AI. The new animation system enables gamers to apply pressure defense with new full-court presses and traps. Plus, improved AI and animations enable quicker...
Rated E
for Everyone
Platforms:
- Xbox 360
- PlayStation 2
- PlayStation 3
Initial Release Date: Nov 17, 2008
Developer:
- EA Canada
Publisher: Electronic Arts
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