 | NBA LIVE 09 (Xbox 360)
Platform: XBox 360 | Category: Sports
Maker: Electronic Arts | Released: 10/10/2008
List Price: £49.99
After a few years of less than stellar updates to one of EA Sport largest franchises, NBA Live 09 marks a major return to form. Ultra-slick presentation, smooth controls, awesome sound, and brilliant TV-style graphics make for a compelling package. Gameplay is intuitive, accessible and really rewarding. The thought that has been placed on providing an experience of the NBA is evident, and from the moment the game loads-up you are invited to immerse yourself in the world of professional basketball. The game is exquisitely balanced, offering both those who want to pick-up-and-play and those who want a deeper experience a compelling reason to play. New innovations like DNA and Live 365 add depth to an already comprehensive package. Graphically the game is a near perfect translation of broadcast NBA coverage - and the animation, texture, and player modeling work is truly superb. The attention to detail on the players is astonishing, and quick look at the Ray Allen or Kevin Garnett... Read More |
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