- September 15, 2017
- EA Orlando
NBA Live 18
Whilst it may not be the complete package, it does a lot right and has a new and sturdy foundation to build the future of the series on.
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NBA Live 18 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by EA Orlando and was released on September 15, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.
"NBA LIVE 18 is all about player control, taking place where skill meets style. Every outcome is based on the actions you take, with mechanics that make every choice and twitch skill more impactful than ever before."
- Better for beginners than 2K, making it more accessible for new players.
- The One mode is a standout feature, providing an enjoyable basketball RPG experience.
- Impressive visuals and a solid gameplay experience with a good amount of modes.
- Game modes are shallow and lack innovation compared to competitors.
- Controls can feel sluggish and need tightening and tweaking.
- Presentation and animations do not match the quality of 2K, affecting the overall experience.
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NBA Live 18 features significantly improved gameplay, with a motivating skills tree and added depth through various modes. However, its shallow game modes are seen as a drawback compared to competitors.
“NBA Live 18's gameplay is a significant upgrade, utilizing its extra development time wisely.”
“The skill tree is motivating and fun to unlock, adding more depth to the gameplay through various modes.”
“The gameplay offers a real upgrade in the series, providing a more engaging experience.”
“While NBA Live 18’s gameplay is a significant upgrade, its shallow game modes fall well short of the competition.”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to execute basic moves.”
“The AI is often predictable and lacks the depth needed to create a challenging experience.”
NBA Live 18 Review
Whilst it may not be the complete package, it does a lot right and has a new and sturdy foundation to build the future of the series on.
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While NBA Live 18’s gameplay is a significant upgrade, its shallow game modes fall well short of the competition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
NBA Live 18 is a sport game.
NBA Live 18 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.
NBA Live 18 was released on September 15, 2017.
NBA Live 18 was developed by EA Orlando.
NBA Live 18 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.
NBA Live 18 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
Similar games include NBA LIVE 18: The One Edition, EA Sports UFC, Madden NFL 19, NBA Live 14, Riptide GP2 and others.