NBA Live 19
- September 7, 2018
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.
Create your own player and rise to legend status in THE ONE. Play on different courts across the world, Build Your Squad, and challenge others for global dominance in THE LEAGUE and on THE STREETS. With new ways to develop your player and play the game, experience the most authentic feel NBA LIVE has ever had.
Reviews
- NBA Live 19 offers a fun and enjoyable gameplay experience, making it a great choice for basketball fans.
- The game features improved graphics and lively fan interactions, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- The One mode provides a fair progression system without microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the game without additional costs.
- The game lacks a multi-team franchise mode, limiting the depth of gameplay for those who enjoy managing multiple teams.
- Some players feel that the gameplay is not as smooth as its competitor, NBA 2K19, and that it still has room for improvement.
- There are complaints about the absence of a full WNBA season mode, which limits the experience for players wanting to engage with female teams.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for being fun and smooth, with improved graphics and engaging player progression, though some users note flaws that could be addressed in future installments. While the game offers a lighthearted experience compared to its competitors, it faces criticism for its reliance on microtransactions and a lack of focus on single-player modes. Overall, players appreciate the enjoyable mechanics and animations, despite some inconsistencies in the experience.
“The gameplay is beyond smooth, graphics are a leap from last year, and player progression is so much fun and there's no grind.”
“This game is super fun to play, despite its flaws in the gameplay department, which I feel can and will be improved on in the next game.”
“The game is not perfect, upon being drafted #10 by the Sixers I magically appeared in a Suns uniform with no explanation, but gameplay feels good, animations are nice and it is actually fun to play!”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics have received positive feedback for their significant improvement over last year, contributing to a more vibrant and immersive gameplay experience. Players appreciate the smoothness of the visuals, which enhance the overall enjoyment of player progression without the frustration of grinding.
“The graphics are nice, and the new gameplay makes the fans feel even more lively.”
“The gameplay is beyond smooth, the graphics are a leap from last year, and player progression is so much fun with no grind.”
“The graphics are a significant downgrade compared to previous versions, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The character models look outdated and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, failing to capture the vibrant feel of the game world.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is positively highlighted in the live mode, which offers an enjoyable experience without microtransactions, contrasting sharply with 2K19, where the presence of microtransactions is seen as detrimental to the overall enjoyment and respect for the fan base.
“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!”
“2K19 is a beautiful game as well with terrific gameplay, but microtransactions are holding it back as a smack in the face to the fan base.”
“The monetization in this game feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating that to enjoy the full potential of the game, you have to spend extra money on microtransactions.”
Critic Reviews
NBA Live 19 Review
NBA Live 19 is an admirable attempt at snatching the NBA video game throne, but ultimately it fumbles. While there are a number of quality of life improvements in the career mode, it drops the ball in too many areas. Even diehard fans will be hard pressed to find many improvements to the series’ gameplay compared to entries from a decade ago.
60%NBA Live 19
Still Searching For Its Shot
70%NBA Live 19 Review – A Solid Rebound
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.
70%
