NBA Live 07

by Electronic Arts

Product Features

• Take complete control of Freestyle Superstars to perform the true-to-life moves of a High Flyer, Shooter, Scorer, Playmaker, and more
• Elevate your game to the next level by changing skill attributes on the fly
• Advanced ESPN integration package ever offered, the worldwide leader in sports delivers updates, scores and breaking news
• Run an NBA franchise and manage player morale and team chemistry as you make key decisions based on player personality, ability, and age
• Analysts Greg Anthony and Ernie Johnson call the action as you showcase your skills in the Slam Dunk Contest and 3 Point Shootout

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000GE9UTC
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4 x 0.8 inches
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: September 25, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,432 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #14 in Video Games > Sony PSP > Sports > Basketball

Product Description

Platform: Sony PSP

NBA Live 07 was created to make you feel like you're really out there on the court, playing for the championship.. Command every action on the court like never before with a dynamic array of explosive moves at your disposal. Run the show in Dynasty Mode and manage every detail of your franchise on your way to the NBA Championship. Featuring next-generation gameplay, dazzling new visuals and ultra-realistic player movements and emotions -- the hardwood is yours for the taking in NBA Live 07. Former Chicago Bulls star Steve Kerr joins the legendary Marv Albert courtside -- together they call all the action from the best seats in the house

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars A game full of glitches and underdeveloped AI, but still remains to be decently fun., October 8, 2006

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Ryan P (Somerville, MA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NBA Live 07 (Video Game)

Let me just start by saying that the only reason you should "upgrade" from LIVE '06 to LIVE '07 is that it has Steve Nash's current haircut... No, but seriously, this game is fun, but it's only fun because it's a basketball game from EA Games. There is no real significant "upgrade" from Live '06. There ARE however many new features, some of them good, most of them unnecessary. Here's a list, sorted by downgrade/midgrade/upgrade:

Downgrade:

GAMEPLAY- Terribly choppy, not smooth at all. There is a lot of pre-programmed interaction between the defense and offense which is neat, but it doesn't transition well into the non-pre-programmed interaction. (You'll understand when you play it).

AI- Very poor. Half of my games consist of the Point Guard standing in one spot until I steal the ball from him or the clock runs out and he shoots a 3 point shot. WHICH BRINGS ME TO MY NEXT POINT: The opposing team will shoot 25-30 three point shots during the course of one game... it's absolutely ridiculous. They rarely take anything to the rim, and only make about 20-30% of those threes.

Midgrade:

FREESYLE SUPERSTAR TYPES- I loved in '06 where some players had their "special abilities" such as Playmaker, High Flyer, Power, etc., now there are a lot more, and a lot of them are very similar.

Types that should be kept: Playmaker, Inside Scorer, Power, and High Flyer.

Types that should be removed: Inside Stopper, Outside Stopper, Outside Scorer, and Shooter.

Inside/Ouside Stopper are basically blocking moves, Outside Scorer is basically a flashy jump-shot, and Shooter is a three point shot. They all just complicate the simple moves that would get the job done easier.

This falls in the midgrade category because some of the older abilities are still there, AND players can now have multiple abilities.

MINI GAMES- There are two mini games to play: 2Ball and Handles. This falls in the category of Midgrade because 2Ball is an upgrade and Handles is a downgrade. I like 2Ball because it's purely shooting, and I'm sure a lot of other people are with me on that. Handles is a game where you hold your PSP sideways (which is awkward AND unnecessary) and hit the arrow keys on the screen in order for your man to dribble. To sum it all up: totally lame. It's not fun at all. I might as well be playing SIMON SAYS.

Upgrade:

X-FACTOR- This is when a player can gain a Freestyle Superstar ability if he starts owning. This designated player changes each game, and once the ability is activated, it remains so until the player starts playing poorly. This is a great way to get those underappreciated players to shine.


TO SUM UP EVERYTHING:

Buy it, but keep NBA LIVE '06. You may want to switch later, but if you're a basketball gaming fan, it's a neccessity to have the next game in line.

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Portable Basketball Game, September 23, 2008

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B. Slaughter - See all my reviews
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= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NBA Live 07 (Video Game)

I was looking for a basketball game with decent graphics and great gameplay. After reviewing this product online I realized that this was by far the most recommended selection for portable basketball games. Add to this fact that it's an EA Sports game I purchased it. Gameplay is fairly straightforward and the graphics are decent, but it really could use more of the Madden NFL engine to drive this game. Something is missing from the gameplahy that would make this game better. Overall, for the price and based on the few titles available, this game is "Good" not great.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars NBA Live 07, June 15, 2007

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S. Hill (Georgia) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NBA Live 07 (Video Game)

I bought this game for my son. He loves it.

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