NBA Live 06

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Mixed or average reviews- based on 18 Ratings

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  • Summary: Freestyle Superstars: You are in control of the top NBA stars, performing like their real-life counterparts based on distinct character types, including Power, Playmaker, Stopper and more. Authentic 5-on-5 Gameplay: The all-new animation system helps to visually present the up-tempo,Freestyle Superstars: You are in control of the top NBA stars, performing like their real-life counterparts based on distinct character types, including Power, Playmaker, Stopper and more. Authentic 5-on-5 Gameplay: The all-new animation system helps to visually present the up-tempo, fast-break brand of basketball that makes the NBA thrive. Also featured, is an improved transition game and a more physical brand of play with collisions and dunked-on scenarios. New Player Visuals: A new graphics engine now has player models not only playing and acting like their real life counterparts, but looking the part with striking detail and realism. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 35
  3. Negative: 3 out of 35
  1. PGNx Media
    83
    It’s definitely recommended if you didn’t pick up the game for current-generation consoles.
  2. 1UP
    75
    There's nothing at all safe about this game, and as a result the finished product is raw, unpolished and lacking depth -- but it's also one of the most "next-gen" and exciting games you can play right now on 360.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    70
    Beyond the visuals, the new Live is a completely fresh experience, rebuilt from scratch for Xbox 360. [Holiday 2005, p.94]
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  4. Play.tm
    65
    Graphically it's certainly a next-gen title, but graphics alone don't make a game worth buying. There are very few additions in terms of gameplay and the lack of a Franchise mode really does hurt its lifespan.
  5. Computer and Video Games
    60
    The whole package is undermined by the same problems that afflicted our RoboJordan. It looks stunning and has all the moves, but if you're in the market for a long-term basketball experience you're better off with the old Xbox version. [Official UK Xbox Magazine]
  6. 360 Gamer Magazine UK
    60
    An entirely competent, at times downright entertaining, rendition of basketball. [Issue #2]
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  7. Game Revolution
    33
    Don’t expect any sort of deep managerial options, because all you get is the bare bones trade/sign/release functionality. No team practice, no hiring and firing of coaches, and no scouting at all. It’s like playing through the ‘98-99 lockout season, and it’s simply not deep enough for a next-gen game.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 4 out of 6
  1. JeffA.
    Jul 4, 2006
    10
    Graphics that are so good it's like watching NBA on TV. Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics. The control, Graphics that are so good it's like watching NBA on TV. Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics. The control, commentary and sound as top notch. There is no way any user should rate this game under 7. I doubt they even own the game. Superb game. Get it.… Expand
  2. PattyP.
    Jan 9, 2006
    8
    I honestly hated this game at first but give it a shot and you'll have a realistic experience. Play this game if you want to experience I honestly hated this game at first but give it a shot and you'll have a realistic experience. Play this game if you want to experience what the NBA is really like. YES 2k6 is a lot more fun but I'd still reccomend both games. Play through a few games and you'll have a blast.… Expand
  4. MarcD.
    Mar 26, 2006
    4
    Beneath the pretty face...is a soul as black as night. This game is devoid of any gameplay worth mentioning. When it boils down to it...the Beneath the pretty face...is a soul as black as night. This game is devoid of any gameplay worth mentioning. When it boils down to it...the visuals (the game's only strong suit) suffers from a horrific framerate. A true crime to the genre and gaming in general.… Expand
  5. JesseS.
    Jan 29, 2006
    2
    graphics look great. game is pure garbage though. get 2k6 if you want a fun and great loking game.
  6. JamesC.
    Dec 29, 2005
    1
    this game was terrible in my opinion. I bought it because i thought it would be better than 2k6. It is one of the worst games i have ever this game was terrible in my opinion. I bought it because i thought it would be better than 2k6. It is one of the worst games i have ever played. Graphics dont make up for how much they took out of the previous models.… Expand
  7. BryanMcCann
    Nov 5, 2007
    0
    Jeff A is so a Ea emploey. did you even look at steve Nash I call that crap. and the game play is just crap two buttons one for dunks otherJeff A is so a Ea emploey. did you even look at steve Nash I call that crap. and the game play is just crap two buttons one for dunks other for shot crap! and people who should make shots don't. just don't get this and what I hear is 07 and 08 are just as bad. I wise sega aka 2k would get the NBA liccense just like Ea got the NFl. then we would not have to play crap like this. Ea is good at madden, 2k is good at basketball and baseball. so EA quite making basketball games!… Expand

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#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2005
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#19 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2005