NBA Elite 11 News Post

NBA Elite 11 Demo Available, Post Impressions Here (PS3, 360)

01:52 AM - September 21, 2010 by Pared

The NBA Elite 11 demo is available for PS3 users. If you don't see it, just use the search function in the PSN Store, it weighs in at 923 MB.

The 360 demo should be arriving at around 5:00 - 9:00AM EST. When it is available, we will update this post.

UPDATE: The 360 demo is now up. Queue it up right here.

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Please limit this topic to IMPRESSIONS only.

This does not mean posts such as:

"Cool is it really out?"

"When will it be out for 360?"

"25% finished."

Download the demo, play it, give your thoughts. Simple.

Game: NBA Elite 11Reader Score: 2/10 - Vote Now
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# 141 capostatus5 @ 09/21/10 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by seemoe

So, am I the only one loving this game?

I'm on the boat with u my man, the game's not bad at all

# 142 PRAY IV M3RCY @ 09/21/10 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Rob. D


	Dude calm down if he is enjoying the game let him be, and stop trying to go hard on rEAnimator, is obvious a lot of people are not feeling the demo. But god he's been here since day one and is still here through all of the impressions smh

This is a discussion thread right, so why do people always have to get so defensive when other people are asking other posters certain questions?

# 143 rEAnimator @ 09/21/10 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by bigball12


	rEAnimator If you don't mind starting with those. I am not trying to be rude, I would just like your opinion on these thoughts that the entire community seem to be feeling. I know that you might be gutted, but I would like to know what you are thinking.

OK, I replied to the first one already.

Any post that says something along the lines of "the graphics suck, Live 06 looked better", there's not much I can say to that. I suppose that graphic quality is somewhat subjective, but Elite is in no way worse than Live 10.

We made massive changes to the gameplay, but the rendering got incremental improvements over last year. There's just no way it could look worse.

But to each their own.

As for the people who don't like the controls, all I can say is give it some time.

I'll say this only to illustrate a point, not to get into any kind of argument (ie I will not respond to anything 2K related after this post).

I tried the 2K demo today, and lost my first quarter quarter 15 - 0. I have the Elite controls so ingrained in my head that I found the game almost impossible to play at first.

Then I realized that many, if not all of you, would feel the same way when you tried the Elite demo. Simply because the roles are reversed.

I'm not on here saying the 2K demo sucked because of my experience in that first quarter, so I can only hope the 2K fans trying out our game for the first time give us the same respect.

Hopefully the practice mode helps, but unfortunately it looks like there is going to have to be at least some desire to learn it in order to enjoy it.

As for the comments about the animation quality, we've gone over that quite a bit in the video threads.

If there are specific questions that people want answers to above and beyond what was discussed in those threads I'm happy to have the discussion.

# 144 #1^2kgamer @ 09/21/10 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by rckabillyRaider


	I lost brain cells trying to read and comprehend whatever you just posted.

How Because I Spelled One Word Wrong ?

# 145 KeepItReal420 @ 09/21/10 03:52 AM

I'm almost at 100% download, if the comments stay true to what I'm about to play....I guess Mike Wang left at the right time.

# 146 RayDog253 @ 09/21/10 03:53 AM

Wow, I'm having a real tough time with these controls. Any one else having trouble making lay ups?

# 147 bigball12 @ 09/21/10 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike Smoove


	make a better game next year.

Haven't heard that before.

# 148 parkinson @ 09/21/10 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by bigball12


	Do you feel as though this is an AUTHENTIC NBA game?

Sorry but what do yo want to say more? I see your opinion enough.

# 149 DLG @ 09/21/10 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by bigball12


	I don't see why we should take it easy. this has been one of the first things in 4 years on this site that has gotten me hot. We are the consumers, we pay them, not the other way around. If one of us (me) would like to ask questions, I think I am entitled to.

I understand where you are coming from, but you are asking him to speak on a few individuals personal opinions .. What can he really say about someones opinion of the game?!

I feel the only thing rEA should be talking aobut are the things that will change from the demo version to the retail version.

# 150 tha_show256 @ 09/21/10 03:55 AM

Well I know one reason why it looked so bad, I had my tv set to 1080p this demo doesnt run in 1080p...

# 151 rEAnimator @ 09/21/10 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bigball12


	I received a warning for being outspoken. Please just answer the questions you said you would happily answer rEAnimator.

Give me a second to type it out

Response has been posted.

# 152 bigball12 @ 09/21/10 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by rEAnimator


	OK, I replied to the first one already. Any post that says something along the lines of "the graphics suck, Live 06 looked better", there's not much I can say to that. I suppose that graphic quality is somewhat subjective, but Elite is in no way worse than Live 10. We made massive changes to the gameplay, but the rendering got incremental improvements over last year. There's just no way it could look worse. But to each their own. As for the people who don't like the controls, all I can say is give it some time. I'll say this only to illustrate a point, not to get into any kind of argument (ie I will not respond to anything 2K related after this post). I tried the 2K demo today, and lost my first quarter quarter 15 - 0. I have the Elite controls so ingrained in my head that I found the game almost impossible to play at first. Then I realized that many, if not all of you, would feel the same way when you tried the Elite demo. Simply because the roles are reversed. I'm not on here saying the 2K demo sucked because of my experience in that first quarter, so I can only hope the 2K fans trying out our game for the first time give us the same respect. Hopefully the practice mode helps, but unfortunately it looks like there is going to have to be at least some desire to learn it in order to enjoy it. As for the comments about the animation quality, we've gone over that quite a bit in the video threads. If there are specific questions that people want answers to above and beyond what was discussed in those threads I'm happy to have the discussion.

Thank you. It is a preference, but I cannot see anybody arguing about the graphics. I know you have said that they are at least not worse than Live 10, but they are.

# 153 HoodedSoldier @ 09/21/10 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TreyIM2


	Oh, ok. I sure don't tells friend about an uniformed reply to a comment made about something he actually knows about

LMAO. Yes because we need 50gb of space to create a game engine. I apologize to you sir.

# 154 TreyIM2 @ 09/21/10 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by rEAnimator


	OK, I replied to the first one already. Any post that says something along the lines of "the graphics suck, Live 06 looked better", there's not much I can say to that. I suppose that graphic quality is somewhat subjective, but Elite is in no way worse than Live 10. We made massive changes to the gameplay, but the rendering got incremental improvements over last year. There's just no way it could look worse. But to each their own. As for the people who don't like the controls, all I can say is give it some time. I'll say this only to illustrate a point, not to get into any kind of argument (ie I will not respond to anything 2K related after this post). I tried the 2K demo today, and lost my first quarter quarter 15 - 0. I have the Elite controls so ingrained in my head that I found the game almost impossible to play at first. Then I realized that many, if not all of you, would feel the same way when you tried the Elite demo. Simply because the roles are reversed. I'm not on here saying the 2K demo sucked because of my experience in that first quarter, so I can only hope the 2K fans trying out our game for the first time give us the same respect. Hopefully the practice mode helps, but unfortunately it looks like there is going to have to be at least some desire to learn it in order to enjoy it. As for the comments about the animation quality, we've gone over that quite a bit in the video threads. If there are specific questions that people want answers to above and beyond what was discussed in those threads I'm happy to have the discussion.

I'll say this - 2K's controls are inferior to Elite 11's. They actually suck, to me, but u guys did a pretty darn good job with Elite's. Other things is where issues lie. The controls DO make me like the demo more. Gotten used to what's here. I am pulling for an Elite 12 where those other things get worked out.

# 155 rEAnimator @ 09/21/10 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike Smoove


	@ rEAnimator I hope you just use this negative feedback as fuel to make a better game next year. I haven't tried it out yet as im on 360 but it is what it is. Honestly this is what I expected. Its a rebuilding year. Just dont get discouraged.

Over the next few days I'll be taking notes (as I'm sure stepsix will be as well).

I will compile a list of all the constructive feedback we receive and repost it here nicely formatted.

We'll then go off as a team and decide what is a candidate for a patch and what is a candidate for next year.

We'll then post our intentions once we have decided what to tackle.

Don't worry, I'm not discouraged at all.

# 156 DETERMINOLOGY @ 09/21/10 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rEAnimator


	OK, I replied to the first one already. Any post that says something along the lines of "the graphics suck, Live 06 looked better", there's not much I can say to that. I suppose that graphic quality is somewhat subjective, but Elite is in no way worse than Live 10. We made massive changes to the gameplay, but the rendering got incremental improvements over last year. There's just no way it could look worse. But to each their own. As for the people who don't like the controls, all I can say is give it some time. I'll say this only to illustrate a point, not to get into any kind of argument (ie I will not respond to anything 2K related after this post). I tried the 2K demo today, and lost my first quarter quarter 15 - 0. I have the Elite controls so ingrained in my head that I found the game almost impossible to play at first. Then I realized that many, if not all of you, would feel the same way when you tried the Elite demo. Simply because the roles are reversed. I'm not on here saying the 2K demo sucked because of my experience in that first quarter, so I can only hope the 2K fans trying out our game for the first time give us the same respect. Hopefully the practice mode helps, but unfortunately it looks like there is going to have to be at least some desire to learn it in order to enjoy it. As for the comments about the animation quality, we've gone over that quite a bit in the video threads. If there are specific questions that people want answers to above and beyond what was discussed in those threads I'm happy to have the discussion.

rEAnimator,Ima be honest with you and this is coming from a basketball fan but letting mike wang go was the worst things yall could of done..I believe yall would of had a WAY better game if he was still there even tho things happen and you wouldnt of seen this many complains about your game

# 157 bigball12 @ 09/21/10 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by rEAnimator


	Over the next few days I'll be taking notes (as I'm sure stepsix will be as well). I will compile a list of all the constructive feedback we receive and repost it here nicely formatted. We'll then go off as a team and decide what is a candidate for a patch and what is a candidate for next year. We'll then post our intentions once we have decided what to tackle. Don't worry, I'm not discouraged at all.

You could start with MSG. The scorers table is broken off into 3 pieces. Not 1 straight line. Live 07 had this correct, but 08-11 has this incorrect. I apologize about coming on strong.

# 158 Boilerbuzz @ 09/21/10 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by rEAnimator


	You wouldn't, but there are many cases where you would want to move to the left while dribbling with your right, or move in a straight line and do a crossover. The old control scheme wouldn't allow for either, and the new one does.

The only time I've ever done this is if I'm in a protect dribble and my defender is on my left hip. As in a backdown. For the life of me, I can't think of another situation. However, I don't really have to THINK about what i do on the court. All of it is just, "natural".

# 159 PRAY IV M3RCY @ 09/21/10 04:01 AM

i just cant get over how the game "looks" as far as animations goes. Its just looking weird. For some reason when i play nba elite, everything strategy wise seems to be thrown out of the window, and i dont get the feeling that none of these players on the court, actually play like they would in real life.

# 160 jrich730 @ 09/21/10 04:01 AM

I can't play this or the other game and it sucks because out of my 222 post majority of them are on the nba live board. The controls suck and thats my impression first impression I don't like them maybe because I don't know them but I don't like them. I don't like the way the game feels Live 10 was perfect for me i admit the 2 man animations were over dramatic and the way the shots went in needed to be addressed as far as what hit and what didn't but this is a fail. Why are the jersey numbers shining is this something new I missed for this season? I wanna vent my frustrations but i'm not.

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