NBA JAM

by Electronic Arts

Product Features

• Controls simple enough for those new to sports games yet with enough depth to satisfy passionate gamers who seek challenge around every corner
• NBA JAM has the off-the-charts fun factor of the original with updated gameplay that looks and feels better than ever
• Brand new Remix Tour that features exciting new game modes (21, Elimination, Domination, Backboard Smash), power ups, 1 on 1 Boss Battles against NBA legends and more
• Earn and unlock more than 100 cheat codes, secret characters and legendary NBA players
• Play Solo, Versus or Co-op modes using their choice of motion or Classic Controllers on the Wii

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003KZJB2U
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.4 x 0.2 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: October 5, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (69 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,071 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #1 in Video Games > Wii > Sports > Basketball
  • #13 in Sports & Outdoors > Fan Shop > Video Games & Accessories

Product Description

Platform: Nintendo Wii

Amazon.com Product Description

NBA JAM for Wii is an unique multiplayer arcade style basketball game that mixes the over-the-top fun of the original old school coin operated two-on-two game, and later console versions, with slick modern NBA characters and stylings. Designed with the Wii in mind, along with a distinct visual style incorporating specific player likeness', this version of the game contains a variety of game modes not found in other console versions, as well as a variety of controller support options, unlockables and representation from every team in the league.

Engage in new and old arcade style rivalries like never before.
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The Return of Classic Arcade Basketball

Featuring the sights and sounds that fans of the franchise will instantly recognize, EA Sports' NBA JAM mixes old school and new school round ball stylings to deliver a one-of-a-kind sports presentation on the Wii. In this all-new arena for the game, shoves, spins and of course, backboard smashing dunks take center stage in the classic two vs. two gameplay that lies at the core of NBA JAM. In these battles, every team in the league is represented, with your favorite NBA marquee players from each ready to do your bidding in the paint, in transition and maybe, even on D. Specific to the Wii, players can choose from all new motion controls as you flip the Wii Remote on its side, or plug in the Classic Controller or Classic Controller Pro and jump in using classic controls and play option. Over-the-top NBA arcade action awaits, as well as few special appearances on the hardwood that NBA fans must see to believe.

Distinct Art Style

In addition to frenetic MVP action, NBA JAM brings photo realism to the Wii. Unmatched player likeness and reactions exaggerate the outrageous moves that make up the core JAM experience, elevating the already intense gameplay to new heights. Couple all this with a wealth of game modes, classic JAM gameplay, and loads of real NBA characters and unlockables, you’ll see why the revival of NBA JAM on the Wii is a slam dunk on any gamer's home court.

Key Game Features

• An Enhanced Original - EA Sports' version of NBA JAM has the off-the-charts fun factor of the original with updated gameplay that looks and feels better than ever.
• All-New Remix Tour - Play NBA JAM like never before in the brand new Remix Tour that features exciting new game modes (21, Elimination, Domination, Backboard Smash), power ups, 1 on 1 Boss Battles against NBA legends and more.
• Unlockables Galore - Players of NBA JAM can earn and unlock more than 100 cheat codes, secret characters and legendary NBA players. Secret characters were a big part of the original and EA Sports is committed to keeping the spirit of past unlocks alive.
• Player Likeness - Witness as the past and future collide in the visuals of NBA JAM. A distinct art style that screams JAM from the moment you boot up the game is mashed with the most realistic player likeness ever seen on the Wii, creating a presentation that is unlike anything you've seen but yet is strangely familiar.
• Many Ways to Play the Game - Fans can play Solo, Versus (against another player) or Co-op (with another player against the AI) modes using their choice of motion or Classic Controllers on the Wii. No matter how you like to play the game, you will have tons of fun playing NBA JAM.
• A True "Pick up and Play" Experience - The gestures on the Wii are very simple for those new to sports games yet also have enough depth to satisfy passionate gamers who seek challenges around every corner.
• Full League Representation - The top three players, as chosen by the fans, from every NBA team in the are featured in NBA JAM, but that's not all. Over 100 unlockable teams, characters, privileges, and mascots are also playable.
• Award-winning Fun - NBA JAM is the winner of eight "Best Sports Game of E3" award, including the Game Critics Award.

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Product Description

EA SPORTS is bringing NBA JAM to a 2010 audience with everything that fans remember about the original (revolutionary visuals, over-the top gameplay and numerous unlocks and cheat codes) PLUS a full menu of all-new game modes. The winner of 8 "Best Sports Game of E3" award, including the Game Critics Award, NBA JAM is a high-octane video game that is fun for everyone!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every penny and then some, October 15, 2010

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JOHN SPANGLER "Johnny Spang" (Ohio) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: NBA Jam (Video Game)

I grew up with this game when it was by Acclaim. Ahh the memories. I didn't think a new remake would do so well here in 2010, but man, was I wrong. This is the ultimate remake of any classic sports game I've ever played. It's got new rosters, new graphics, new music, and best of all, it's NBA Jam! Forget what you know about real basketball, this is arcade basketball at its finest. No fouls, no timeouts, just crazy 2 on 2 fun. What's so great about this game is the endless unlockables. You can unlock tons of classic players from the past like Shaq on the Magic, Rodman, McHale, Jordan, Worthy, heck, you can even play as Ex Presidents as Republics VS the Democrats. The game supports 4 Wii controllers with or without the Nunchuck or the Classic controller. Old school gamers like me might want to consider the classic controller, while the Wii controller works fine, I felt more in control with the classic controller. If you don't want to use the motion controls, you can put the wii remote on it's side and play with just the d pad and the two buttons. So there's lots of control options for you.

The graphics are very good. Players faces look like the actual guys, especially when you kick in the big head mode. There's a ton of modes to play. You can do the classic campaign or go into a Remix mode career that let's you play with power ups like power, quickness, speed, crazy crossovers and instant "fire". The computer sometimes seems to cheat to catch up when their down big, but that was in the old game, and it does always make for heated matchups. But the most fun you will have is playing with 3 other friends. 2 on 2 is the ultimate multiplayer experience. We played for 3 hours last night and didn't want to stop! With the huge amount of unlockables you can unlock, this game has a lot of replay value. Only it's lack of online play cuts it short from being nearly perfect. If you never played NBA Jam before, never fear, it's fun as long as you don't mind it's crazy dunks, and insane aspects. If you have played Jam before, this is the best Jam ever made and hopefully is only the beginning for the series on this gen of consoles. Boomshockalaka!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars NBA Jam fan from way back, December 9, 2010

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Andy Philip Morgan - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: NBA Jam (Video Game)

I'm a child of the 80s and I can vividly remember dropping countless quarters into the NBA Jam arcade. It was the fast-paced, ultra-fun, pick up and play aspects of NBA Jam that had us all hooked in the mid-90s. EA Sports did a beautiful job updating the game for the modern audience. The game feels, pretty much, untouched. Although there is a great deal of nostalgia in this and other remakes, I wonder how the current generation of gamers (who didn't have the absolute pleasure of playing NBA Jam in it's glory days) will react. In many ways, the game is not "modern". For Wii, there is no online integration (no problem to the old-schoolers as long as you have your buddies over). Also, there is no create-a-player, or Mi integration (which was surprising). These and other "modern expectations" for video games, specifically sports games, could detrimentally affect the way the "modern audience" accepts this game. However, to those who played NBA Jam in the glory days, this will feel very familiar...which is awesome.

Gameplay - 5/5
Graphics - 4.5/5 (but who cares)
Controls - 5/5
Fun Factor - 5/5
Overall Package - 4/5 (considering the lack of online options and Mii integration)

Closing Comments - For the gamer who wishes to relive the days of frantic arcade dunks and blocks ("He's on fire!!!"), I would highly recommend this masterpiece. For the gamer who has never played NBA Jam, I'd recommend renting before purchasing...just to be on the safe side.

19 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb! and ignore other reviews before me because none of them have played the game they just bash it because no online play!, October 5, 2010

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dan - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: NBA Jam (Video Game)

ok, this game is amazing, NBA JAM is a classic, and they took the best parts of it and added more, the game is tons of fun, and although the game is extremely simple, with the new remix tour along with classic campaign the game is amazing. no, there isnt online play, which is a major blow, but the game is still tons of fun and thats what this review is about.

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