NBA Live 2003

by EA Canada

Product Features

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Genre: Sports

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006JN5L
• Item Weight: 5 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: October 7, 2002
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,102 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Platform: GameCube | Edition: Standard

Amazon.com Product Description

The latest incarnation of the NBA Live series has a whole slew of new features, like Freestyle Control, which lets you use the right analog stick to express your game with the step-back move, triple-threat moves, pass interceptions, and more. There are significant changes to the rebounding logic so players react in a more realistic manner to missed shots. More than 30 new rebounding animations allow for a wider variety of pulls off the glass. Motion capture was performed with two to four athletes simultaneously and is used for specific contact situations like post moves, pick-and-roll plays, and drawing the charge.

Enhanced CPU logic and AI allow for more effective fast breaks, with open players cutting to the hoop for scoring opportunities, and the fine-tuned turbo buttons afford players a wider array of in-game strategies. There are also enhanced dribbling and player movements, player-specific signature moves, and more responsive shot blocking. In addition, real NBA coaches roam the sidelines, and there is dramatic camera coverage of in-game and out-of-play sequences. You will hear what it’s like to be on the court with all-new player calls, as well as court and arena sound effects. Classic jerseys give gamers a chance to relive their teams’ glory days in authentic gear.

Product Description

Get high above the rim and slam it down with unstoppable power. Be an NBA superstar. Fly down the center of the courtand go in for an easy lay-up, or shoot a long-distance 3-pointer and get nothing but net. Lead your team to victory year after year, and you can establish the NBA dynasty of all time. Bring the NBA to life and be a part of the awesome drama and fast-paced action.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Major Improvement, October 23, 2002

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RLD "rd1241" (Scottsdale, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NBA Live 2003 (Video Game)

For basketball game fans, NBA Live had been a powerhouse for many years. Since around 1999 though, the series has seemed to drop off a lot in quality and in gameplay. The series' translastion into the new age systems (PS2, GC, XB) has been somewhat of a disappointment to say the least. I have been looking for a great basketball game for some time and I think I finally have it in NBA Live 2003. The graphics and the gameplay are major improvements over previous versions. Everything flows very well and the graphics are smooth and detailed. You can even see the crease in the backs of heads of players who sport shaved cuts! Playing is a lot of fun. The only problem is that the first few skill levels are too easy and that it seems the computer cannot miss at the end of games. Other than that, the action is terrific.

The menus are also a major upgrade and are easy to navigate. Franchise mode is available and there are many features and stats to check out, from player contracts to fantasy drafts to the lottery, it is all there.

If you enjoyed past NBA Live games for the new systems, you will love this game. It has been updated and redesigned. A lot of work was put into 2003 and it shows. If you are more of a fan of the NBA2K series, this game boasts many of the same features while offering better gameplay (in my opinion). Buy this game; you won't be disappointed.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Don't expect an exact sim, January 10, 2003

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John D. Silva (Farmington, Arkansas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NBA Live 2003 (Video Game)

This isn't exactly a simulation of the sport, but that does not mean that it is not fun. It is a blast to play, and the free style controls add a lot. It's a high offense, low defense, fast paced game, but not over the top like NBA Street. Multi-player is un-believably fun. So go create yourself as a player, and live your dream through the wonder of technology without getting all sweaty and out of breath.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AN AWESOME PIECE OF ENTERTAINMENT!!!!!!!!!DUUUDE!!!!!, March 22, 2003

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Lev Pakman (New York City, New York United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NBA Live 2003 (Video Game)

This game is really cool. The funnest part is to see your team win the finals. I suggest that you go right to playing playoffs and then seasons and then if you're ready, franchises. It is too fun to just play an exhibition with. You have to get into it and play different types. I suggest that a good team to start playing the game when you first get it with is the Nets. The Nets aren't the best but DEFINITELY aren't the worst. This way, you get used to playing with a team that isn't that good or bad. Starting with the Lakers or Mavs will expose you to teams that are really good. If you have to play someone being a team that is terrible, you will have some experience with a so-so team. The perfect example is the Nets. The perfect example of the Nets being so-so is them playing in real life after the All Star Break.

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