Product Description

NBA LIVE 09 is back. It rewrites the book on authenticity and connectivity - but is still accessible enough for new users. Dynamic DNA emulates - with absolute precision - an NBA player in every sense of the word. NBA LIVE 365 takes the statistical data of Dynamic DNA and brings it to life. Just like the real NBA game, players get injured, free agents sign late, great players go cold and no-names break through.

Player DNA Progression - see the progress and changes to any player's DNA after an NBA LIVE 365 update Player Tendencies - the percentage a player drives left, right or shoots from each spot on the floor Lockdown Control - risk reward system FIBA Expanded - compete in an international tournament using authentic FIBA rosters and a choice of 24 teams Pick and Roll Control - control both the ball handler and the screener 5 vs. 5 Online Team Play - All 10 players on the court can now be controlled by users on 10 different consoles around the world Signature Playcalling - pushes on-court visualization to guide you through the play Online Leagues 2.0 - Create your own league with drafting, trades and a custom playoff format NBA Academy - hone your skills Create your own highlight reel then upload it to EA SPORTS World Quickstrike AnkleBreakers - Force your defender to step up and guess what you'll do next

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1756 in Video Games
• Brand: Electronic Arts
• Model: 014633158212
• Published on: 2008-10
• Released on: 2008-10-07
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Platform: Nintendo Wii
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .61" h x 5.42" w x 7.52" l, .26 pounds

Features

• Dynamic DNA - powered by a premier analytics provider using NBA data for over 20 NBA teams
• NBA Rewind - Rewrite history and replay last night's game with the updated statistical data
• Player DNA breaks down how a player scores
• Player DNA is taken for every individual player and used to calculate the Team DNA for each team as a whole
• NBA LIVE 365 - a whole new level of connectivity

Amazon.com Product Description
Step onto the hardwood and into the fun of a unique professional basketball gameplay experience designed exclusively for the Wii, with NBA Live 09 All-Play. Perfectly balanced for gamers and basketball fans at all levels, NBA Live 09 All-Play features a flexible control scheme, new game modes and a roster of players from the three biggest leagues on the planet, the NBA, WNBA and FIBA.

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Every moment in NBA Live 09 All-Play is an opportunity for a highlight reel play with more excitement on both sides of the ball. Rattle the rim with a big dunk, easily set a teammate up for an ally-oop, or come up big with a dominating block. Take a long-range shot from beyond the arc, or shift the momentum with a lightning-fast steal. Challenge your friends and family at home and enjoy unique game modes like 3-point shootout and a slam dunk competition for hours of fun!

Control Schemes to Fit Every Player
EA Sports' All-Play line of games specializes in making it easier and less intimidating for new players to hit the court and play against anyone, regardless of their own level of ability, by allowing them to choose the control style that best suits their skills. Novice players, more focused on a casual, quick fun, and better suited to a less intense learning curve can choose to use a All-Play's basic control scheme. Here one gesture and a single button press performs all the actions and increases your success rate in all aspects of the game. For example, having trouble deciding who to pass the ball to? You can let the CPU point you in the right direction with on-screen pass indicators and one-button actions or effortlessly take over the direction of the game with All-Play's 'Point and pass' feature, which allows you to dish out passes by simply pointing, resulting in controlled, crisp ball movement.

If on the other hand, you've squeaked through a few quarters on the hardwoods in your day, NBA Live 09 All-Play also offers a classic controller configuration. Just turn the Wii Remote on its side and take advantage of all the movement, shot and switching options you have grown used to over the years. Regardless, of how you choose to use the Wii Remote or your skill level, you will be lighting up defenders and getting stops as soon as you step on to the court.

Key Game Features:

• Unique Wii Experience - Enjoying basketball action on Wii is now easier with refined gestures that get you into the action with a variety of ways to play that offers something for everyone.
• 2-on-2 Action - Own the court in this over-the-top 2-on-2 experience that puts the focus on a fun time the playground. Grab a teammate and take on your friends.
• All-Play Controls - A simplified control system enables novice players to focus on fun. Players control key actions like shooting and passing, while the game controls player movement.
• Point and Pass - Challenge yourself using a precision passing system with Point and Pass.
• International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Included - With 24 national teams to choose from, you can compete against any NBA or WNBA team using authentic FIBA rosters and teams.
• Play to 21 - All-new to All-Play, but a fan favorite on the court. A great way to practice shooting and free-throws to challenge yourself and show your opponent what you can do.
• That Girl’s Got Game - These women can do it all – dunk, shoot 3’s and block shots. Suit up from your choice of 22 WNBA players featured in game, including stars such as Candace Parker, Sue Bird or Lisa Leslie and take on your favorite NBA or FIBA team.

Player Selection and Play Modes
Dedicated to keeping the action on the court fun, NBA Live 09 All-Play has included a variety of ways to play. First, the game draws it's in-game players from a wide basketball spectrum. Choose your squad from your favorite players from the NBA and WNBA, or go international by suiting up as a player from one of the 24 FIBA (International Basketball Federation) teams included in the game. You can even mix and match players and scrimmage in inter-league play. All on-court players feature authentic physical representations of the actual players, as well as jersey and other accessories identified with them. And when it comes to putting the ball in the hole, the game also includes significant play modes and functionality. Whether your thing is showing off your style, strength and skill in the slam dunk contest and 3-point shootout, developing teamwork skills necessary to win a championship in multiplayer 2-on-2 games, or just shooting around in the quick game of 21, NBA Live 09 All-Play has just what you need.

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Customer Reviews

not really an improvement over 08
Yes the jump shots are more realistic looking than in '08, as are the end of game stats across the board. The computer seems smarter, and the addition of a simple alley oop move is a big plus. FIBA and WNBA teams are accounted for.

However, on the downside, the "diving for a steal" move is bothersome, as is the bland look of the on-court game and the unbelievable ease with which one can commit a turnover. One more bad thing - I've found myself many times stealing the ball or grabbing a rebound only to find my player shooting the ball across the court before I can think about a single dribble.

I miss the many team jersey options 08. Maybe these are unlockables?

I happened to notice that only some of the commentary by the announcers is new; most is recycled. It's more polished in the sense that their observations are more accurate for situations such as steals, out-of-bounds deflections, and so forth.

Will the game grow on me? Probably. Should they make another version for '10? Definitely. But only if it looks graphically more like the XBox versions, incorporates the new Dynamic DNA feature.

I still plan on playing this when I need a break from Madden '09 and Wii Fit. So not a loss. But it didn't shine any holy blue light on my video game adventures either.

Tons of fun for kids
This has been great fun for our son and his buddies. It is a huge step up from the previous Wii basketball game that he has owned called "Kidz Basketball" since he can pretend to be a real NBA player instead of being a cartoon character with a funny name. It is very easy to score points and break records unconceivable in NBA; but while this can be a negative for a purist, to the kids it is a lot more exciting to be able to do so. The commentary in the background along with the arena sound effects adds to the excitement.

Very Good Basketball Game!!!!!!!
Sometimes when people review a game, or anything else, there perception is tainted before they ever begin the review. For people who buy the new release every year, then this game may not be worth the money. That's fine, but I wouldn't expect the "same game" to be totally different year after year. Also if '08 was good and '09 is just like '08, then doesn't that suggest that '09 is a pretty good game as well. Now this isn't a knock on people who purchase the same game every year and I'm sure that EA sports is more than happy you buy the same game every year, but that is not me. That being said lets review NBA Live '09 based solely on NBA Live '09. I use the component high definition cable and the graphics are probably a B+. They could be better, but the colors are very vivid and it is easy to spot the players you know from real life. The game gives you the option of controlling it several ways, including using the remote and the nunchuk, or turning the remote sideways and playing in a classic controller form. But even using the controller in a classic way, you can still use the motion sensor for various moves such as crossover dribble and ally opp. I have heard some say that it is to easy to steal the ball and have the ball stolen, I have to disagree. The only time I have trouble with the ball being stolen is if I try to go to the basket and the lane is crowded. If I try to run through two or three defenders of course I stand a chance of the ball being stolen. One thing I love about this game is the inbound pass. The pass button controls throwing the ball in play, but other than that you are controlling the person the ball is being thrown to. This makes it very realistic and give you the ability to lose the defender when throwing the ball in for play. Overall I love this game and it is one of my favorite EA Sports games. It is definately worth $[...].