NBA Live 15 Q&A with Executive Producer Sean O’Brien

[Mintsa]

Hopefully we keep getting a steady stream of Live 15 info throughout the summer/fall. They need to do this for Live 15.

We cant have this interview today and hear/see anything until mid september.

We need pics, vids, info all summer long!

[WTF]

It says that they'll release a schedule of what is forthcoming including videos fellas. No need to worry.

[BigBadTom]

It just hit me, but if EA wants to have any success in the basketball game genre, one of the best/immediate fixes that would improve the game's sales would be to make an NCAA version. That game would sell because it wouldn't directly compete with 2k. It is going to be a massive struggle to compete directly with 2k unless the game turns out to be stellar which is unlikely

[WTF]

2k has NOTHING to do with this thread. Keep it out of here.

[Ermolli]

Quote: Originally Posted by WTF

It says that they'll release a schedule of what is forthcoming including videos fellas. No need to worry.

Not saying that there's to worry but last year they said there would be news about Live 14 and we barely got anything, there's a reason to be somewhat skeptical or concerned.

[WTF]

But not at this point. If they don't deliver or adhere to the schedule, then possibly. Until then, at least we're getting information in June. That almost never happens.

[scottyp180]

Quote: Originally Posted by loosey101

Man seriously, yeah I know, people will be saying, " they're just trying to save face, they said the same stuff last year." This time around I honestly believe we are going to see some great ball. These guys have stayed committed, listened to our feedback and look like graphically they have stepped it up BIG time. I'm pumped for 15, I enjoyed 14 throughly even though the graphics lacked. It was fun, easy to pick up and the players weren't glued to the floor. I'm so pumped to see more screens and some video. I'm actually glad last years debacle is over with, now we can expect to see REAL gameplay, not just rendered stuff. Keep it up guys! #nothingbutnext #startedfromthebottom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

While I agree that Live 15 should and will be the game to set the series back on track, it is extremely difficult to believe the game will fulfill all that is promised. I give credit to the Live team for their commitment to working with the community however listening to fans, addressing the issues, and saying the right things is only one part of the equation. Execution is a whole other issue. I truly hope this is the year where their hard work is evident in their product.

When it comes to the Live series, and EA sports games in general, actions speak louder than words. I'm sorry if I sound pessimistic and I will gladly eat my pessimism if the game impresses but I am too familiar with the EA "Say the right thing" attitude to assume everything they say will come to fruition.

[RipCityAndy]

Quote: Originally Posted by WTF

But not at this point. If they don't deliver or adhere to the schedule, then possibly. Until then, at least we're getting information in June. That almost never happens.

Yes. The assertive communication with the community in June is definitely a good sign. Last year I felt like they were really trying to hide their cards until the last possible minute.