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NBA Live 19

NBA Live 19 is a great improvement over previous years' iterations, but the developers need to show some extra confidence to ever make the game feel like a true slam dunk.
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82%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
graphics, monetization
90% User Score Based on 101 reviews
Critic Score 72%Based on 11 reviews

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NBA Live 19 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by EA TIBURON and was released on September 7, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"NBA Live 19" is a sports game that offers 2-player, multi-player, and co-op gameplay. The game features Real Player Motion technology, allowing for 1v1 gameplay and the ability to change the outcome of any possession. In "THE ONE" mode, players can build their own squad, customize their court, and compete in various locations, earning basketball glory and defending their court in the community.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 101 reviews
gameplay13 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • NBA Live 19 offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, especially in its career mode 'The One', which allows for player progression and inter-gender rosters.
  • The graphics and presentation are impressive, providing a lifelike representation of basketball games.
  • The game is accessible for players of all skill levels, with a good balance of challenge and ease of play.
  • The game suffers from a lack of depth in its franchise mode and other game modes, making it feel less complete compared to its competitors.
  • The commentary is repetitive and lacks the engaging quality found in other basketball games, detracting from the overall experience.
  • There are minor gameplay issues and animation problems that can break immersion and affect the flow of the game.
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay is described as enjoyable and fun, with some quirks that players can quickly adapt to. While it features new elements and smooth animations, there are calls for improvements in mechanics and franchise modes. Despite its flaws, many players find it engaging, especially for multiplayer experiences, though some feel it lacks significant advancements compared to previous entries in the series.

    • “I bought this, played it for a while and really came to enjoy the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is beyond smooth, graphics are a leap from last year, and player progression is so much fun and there's no grind.”
    • “Sadly this is the last game of the franchise, the gameplay is fun, it doesn’t take itself seriously compared to 2K but has some new features to add into Live.”
    • “Even diehard fans will be hard pressed to find many improvements to the series’ gameplay compared to entries from a decade ago.”
    • “[mediocre franchise mode, not technically sound gameplay, minor gameplay issues]”
    • “If you want an improved season mode or vastly improved gameplay mechanics, this is not a must-have immediately... but eventually, it's a game you should look to buy or at least try on EA Access.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their lifelike quality and smooth animations, representing a significant improvement over previous versions. However, some players note a slight downgrade in detail compared to 2K19, suggesting that while the visuals are impressive, there is still room for enhancement. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the immersive gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics and player renditions are very lifelike and stunning.”
    • “Animations are fairly crisp and smooth, and the graphical detail is getting very close to 2K.”
    • “Graphics are nice, new gameplay, fans feel even more lively.”
    • “I will say that the graphics seem to be slightly downgraded.”
    • “The graphics could use a tad more detail, but that’s not all that makes the game.”
    • “Plenty of people nitpick the graphics of this game in comparison to 2K19.”
  • monetization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is positively highlighted for its lack of microtransactions, particularly in its live mode, which enhances the overall enjoyment without financial pressure. In contrast, 2K19 faces criticism for its reliance on microtransactions, especially in its ultimate team mode, which detracts from the experience for many players.

    • “No microtransactions like 2K.”
    • “2K19 is a beautiful game with terrific gameplay, but microtransactions are holding it back as a smack in the face to the fan base.”
    • “Ultimate Team pushes you towards microtransactions.”
    • “The one, which is Live's answer to 2K's MyCareer mode, is a ton of fun to play and doesn't make you feel like you have to spend money because there are no microtransactions in this mode!”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's globe-trotting story is described as engaging, capturing players' interest throughout the journey.

    • “The globe-trotting story is engaging.”
    • “The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world filled with intriguing characters and unexpected twists.”
    • “The storytelling is top-notch, with well-developed plots that keep you invested from start to finish.”
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NBA Live 19 is a sport game.

NBA Live 19 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

NBA Live 19 was released on September 7, 2018.

NBA Live 19 was developed by EA TIBURON.

NBA Live 19 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

NBA Live 19 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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