NBA Live 14 News Post

NBA Live 14 Reviews From Around the Web

09:07 AM - November 19, 2013 by nflnutt

NBA Live 14 is available for everyone today. Make sure you check out some of the reviews that have appeared online. As more reviews come in, we'll update this post.

IGN (4.3/10)
Darkstation (2/5)
Bleacher Report (7.8/10)
Gamesradar (2.5/5)
PlayStation LifeStyle (5/10)
Kotaku (NO)
GameInformer (4/10)
GameSpot (4/10)

Game: NBA Live 14Reader Score: 4/10 - Vote Now
Platform: PS4 / Xbox OneVotes for game: 17 - View All

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# 61 H to the Oza @ 11/19/13 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbo22


	Live 14 was started from scratch from what we've been told.

Is this true? It looks like the same old gameplay to me. The herky-jerky animations remind me of mid 2000's NBA Live games and the rest of it seems to follow suit with the later 2000s.

# 62 CaliDude916 @ 11/19/13 11:13 AM

Wow. I didn't have high expectations for this game, and I was going to give it a chance, but 4.3?! No way in hell I'm picking this up.

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# 63 Gorilla Glass @ 11/19/13 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve_OS


	Bleacher Report review added to OP. (7.8/10)

This is the review I would expect.

# 64 fluent2332 @ 11/19/13 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Gosens6


	TROLLING YOU!!!?!?!? Because I was trying to understand where you were coming from with what you saw, to get a different grasp and understanding from someone, so I could maybe go back and look at the videos with a different line of sight, but i'm trolling you!?!

Well, I fully expected your response to my post to be, "LOL BUY NEW GLASSES DOOD! THE GAME SUX!" or something meaningless like that.

If you want to have a real discussion about the footage, I'm game.

# 65 Earl1963 @ 11/19/13 11:19 AM

Can't wait to try the demo since I take every review with a grain of salt, especially with sports. Too many non sports fans review these games.

# 66 jimbo22 @ 11/19/13 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Gorilla Glass


	This is the review I would expect.

What the review tells us is. If EA's features were added to 2K's looks and game play then we'd have a monster of a game. If only it were that easy

# 67 Gorilla Glass @ 11/19/13 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbo22


	What the review tells us is. If EA's features were added to 2K's looks and game play then we'd have a monster of a game. If only it were that easy

Hahaha This!

# 68 dre2 @ 11/19/13 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by yg63


	Why does a review change your mind?

Personally reviews don't change my mind but the accompanying video clips of the gameplay sure do, just looks archaic for a game in 2013 by almost any standards (CG or NG)...menus and soundtrack definitely have 2K beat and I bet servers will work great too, but since I have yet to play it on or offline that is just an opinion of mine but I know historically EA servers haven't had the legacy problems 2Ks have so I feel justified in saying Live's servers will PROBABLY be better, but at the end of the day this is so obviously an inferior game on the actual court it is easy to tell how little priority EA has for this series. I know with more time support and money these developers could more than likely make a good basketball video game but EA seems more interested in putting all their resources into Madden and Battlefield so no Live for me this year it seems.

# 69 DirtyJerz32 @ 11/19/13 11:23 AM

Bleacher Reports review is what I expected. IGN's review is just flat out fanboyish, if that's a word.

Either way, I'm my own reviewer so I only care what I think. And I'll find out when I play the demo later today.

# 70 seanhazz1 @ 11/19/13 11:24 AM

For all the 2K fans/LIVE haters, I'd like to offer them the purchase of my silver 65 Shelby GT. Great custom paint job, no dents or scratches, custom rims and tires, it absolutely looks mint, but it has no engine, no radio, no lights, no seats(all missing parts will be delivered at a future undetermined date) etc., .....

...kind of like the NG NBA 2K14 offering, it looks great, might be one of the top looking sports titles of all time, it plays a little better than CG, but has no soul (Features).

People are still playing NFL 2K5 because it had a great soul!!

In fact, according to reviews, they ripped out the soul just so it would "look better", and its still void of STANDARD CG features (roster edits, 30 team control, defensive settings, sliders not saving, etc.).

Video game basketball fans now have a legitimate chance promote positive change in both franchises (in theory), by just being honest, if they could just get past eye candy, and prejudice.

I think 2k's strategy may have been to take everything out we enjoy in CG and put them back in for year two, as new features, to compete with LIVE's inevitable graphics upgrades for next year.

I never expected LIVE to beat this year's 2K14 in the ring, but I also didn't expect 2K to purposely try to take a fall either, by skimping out on all the standard features in game that could have knocked NG LIVE out for the count for another 3 years.

Maybe we can buy them (missing features) back with VC??

And still we buy...

Those who REALLY want to know, and can afford to, can go buy both and return the one they don't like as much for another game. That's my official game plan. I'll stack them side by side, feature for feature, and determine a winner (or keep both as I collect them too).

# 71 bowld @ 11/19/13 11:24 AM

bottom line is we will all get to play it this afternoon and can make our own decisions based on that

# 72 Tribe1 @ 11/19/13 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by fluent2332


	1 - The spacing. Players go to the proper spots on the floor, don't crowd each other and generally stay out of each other's way. Corner players clear the post, wing players properly space the floor, etc.

This right there is one of the reasons I'm still excited to try Live. 2k frustrates me to no end because of this

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# 73 eF 5ive @ 11/19/13 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by seanhazz1


	For all the 2K fans/LIVE haters, I'd like to offer them the purchase of my silver 65 Shelby GT. Great custom paint job, no dents or scratches, custom rims and tires, it absolutely looks mint, but it has no engine, no radio, no lights, no seats(all missing parts will be delivered at a future undetermined date) etc., ..... ...kind of like the NG NBA 2K14 offering, it looks great, might be one of the top looking sports titles of all time, it plays a little better than CG, but has no soul (Features). In fact, according to reviews, they ripped out the soul just so it would "look better", and its still void of STANDARD CG features (roster edits, 30 team control, defensive settings, sliders not saving, etc.). Video game basketball fans now have a legitimate chance promote positive change in both franchises (in theory), by just being honest, if they could just get past eye candy, and prejudice. I think 2k's strategy may have been to take everything out we enjoy in CG and put them back in for year two, as new features, to compete with LIVE's inevitable graphics upgrades for next year. I never expected LIVE to beat this year's 2K14 in the ring, but I also didn't expect 2K to purposely try to take a fall either, by skimping out on all the standard features in game that could have knocked NG LIVE out for the count for another 3 years. Maybe we can buy them (missing features) back with VC?? And still we buy... Those who REALLY want to know, and can afford to, can go buy both and return the one they don't like as much for another game. That's my official game plan. I'll stack them side by side, feature for feature, and determine a winner (or keep both as I collect them too).

Awesome response, bro.

# 74 DonWuan @ 11/19/13 11:27 AM

I can only assume that some people just need a change. As great as the other game is its still the same game after the honeymoon period.

Some people just want change.

# 75 noshun @ 11/19/13 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by seanhazz1


	For all the 2K fans/LIVE haters, I'd like to offer them the purchase of my silver 65 Shelby GT. Great custom paint job, no dents or scratches, custom rims and tires, it absolutely looks mint, but it has no engine, no radio, no lights, no seats(all missing parts will be delivered at a future undetermined date) etc., ..... ...kind of like the NG NBA 2K14 offering, it looks great, might be one of the top looking sports titles of all time, it plays a little better than CG, but has no soul (Features). People are still playing NFL 2K5 because it had a great soul!! In fact, according to reviews, they ripped out the soul just so it would "look better", and its still void of STANDARD CG features (roster edits, 30 team control, defensive settings, sliders not saving, etc.). Video game basketball fans now have a legitimate chance promote positive change in both franchises (in theory), by just being honest, if they could just get past eye candy, and prejudice. I think 2k's strategy may have been to take everything out we enjoy in CG and put them back in for year two, as new features, to compete with LIVE's inevitable graphics upgrades for next year. I never expected LIVE to beat this year's 2K14 in the ring, but I also didn't expect 2K to purposely try to take a fall either, by skimping out on all the standard features in game that could have knocked NG LIVE out for the count for another 3 years. Maybe we can buy them (missing features) back with VC?? And still we buy... Those who REALLY want to know, and can afford to, can go buy both and return the one they don't like as much for another game. That's my official game plan. I'll stack them side by side, feature for feature, and determine a winner (or keep both as I collect them too).

CRUTCH post spotted..

# 76 GisherJohn24 @ 11/19/13 11:27 AM

Im going with the Bleacher Report. IGN seems to think being unrealistic at times makes for a "NOT FUN" experience. Live has always been a bit over the top, some people like that. I'm glad I'm getting it.

The gameplay actually exceeded my expectations. The on-court A.I. is excellent. The quality here is a product of the new CourtQ feature that enhances the way players react away from the ball on offense and defense.

A.I.-controlled players rotate on defense and cut to the basket on offense with great realism. Solid defensive teams really shine as they play as a unit to help limit the solid looks opponents get.

As usual, the dribbling is sharp. The signature dribbling skills helps add diversity to controlling perimeter players, but not as much attention is paid to post players. The low-post play lacks the overall depth that the game delivers away from the basket.

One issue I also found in extended gameplay piggybacks on that issue. It came in the contact/foul dynamics near the basket. I played three full games with five-minute quarters and both teams shot a total of five free throws. Even if both squads ran offenses that shot a ton of jump shots, that's an oddly small number of trips to the line.
This can likely be tweaked in the sliders or with a patch, but it is one of those things that should be more realistic in the default/retail settings.

On a whole, there is a solid base here for the series moving forward, but a few improvements are still needed.

Overall
Is the NBA Live series ready to regain its spot atop the virtual basketball world? No, it isn't, but the foundation has finally been laid to build the game to an elite level—no pun intended.

If the player models and animation can catch up to some of the mode innovation and presentation, this series could be great again. Here's a look at the game by the numbers.

Graphics and Animation: 6.75
Gameplay and Realism: 7.75
Sound and Presentation: 9
Game Modes and Options: 8

Overall: 7.8

# 77 NoTiCe_O @ 11/19/13 11:32 AM

The game is a realistic simulation of basketball, bleacher report a site known for their basketball analysis and knowledge of the game gives it a 7.8 because they see the basketball realism in the game.

It's not just about the graphics but how the game plays from a purely basketball standpoint, and NBA Live delivers a solid basketball simulation. People are really spoiled by graphics and animations it annoying really. If you have a solid Bball I.Q and a basketball mind then you can see the potential in Live, and the amount of fun it could be with two solid players going at it.

I wish more people saw the Scott OG stream or at least he archived it, because the game looked better than any other stream I'd seen of Live, if you understand basketball strategy and tactics then you;ll like the game for what it is. A maybe raw, but solid sim of basketball, not just NBA basketball, but basketball in general.

*Waits for the wise guy to say "but you haven't even played it, stop deffnding EA man"*

I'm not defending EA but just commending someone for implementing core basketball tactics and strategies into a game with full control. I like the fact the game delivers a a solid basketball experience and the control is in my hands.

# 78 DirtyJerz32 @ 11/19/13 11:34 AM

This is my last comment in any Live 14 thread as it's starting to get out of hand... just as I thought it would.

For those of you that are just reading the review and/or basing your decisions on videos, you can play the demo.

For those that don't like the game or anything about it, why continue coming on this thread and bashing guys who may like it? It's their decision and money, let them do what they want with it.

And for those that like the game, stay out of any of the Live threads and enjoy the game. You don't need to explain yourself or your purchase to anyone.

Sorry for the rant, but some of you guys are just... wow.

I"m out! Duces!

Carry on...

# 79 H to the Oza @ 11/19/13 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by seanhazz1


	For all the 2K fans/LIVE haters, I'd like to offer them the purchase of my silver 65 Shelby GT. Great custom paint job, no dents or scratches, custom rims and tires, it absolutely looks mint, but it has no engine, no radio, no lights, no seats(all missing parts will be delivered at a future undetermined date) etc., .....

You forgot to include the part where NBA Live has no body, frame, character. Just a bunch of parts thrown in a pile. Im not trying to have a go at you, but cmon man, 2K does has a (small) engine, and it clearly has seats considering it keeps me seated for hours playing the game.

Quote:

Originally Posted by seanhazz1


	Those who REALLY want to know, and can afford to, can go buy both and return the one they don't like as much for another game. That's my official game plan. I'll stack them side by side, feature for feature, and determine a winner (or keep both as I collect them too).

If you are strictly comparing them by features, Live will probably win. It has more interesting features in my opinion. But I dont think that is a fair assessment.

# 80 swaggedout @ 11/19/13 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Gorilla Glass


	Then there is the other side of your post, the one where people hate the game based on the developers, not the experience. Just with Madden 25 on PS4 which is a pretty awesome game but of course, here comes the bobble head haters. I don't blame them for wanting the best, but most base their rants off of past experiences and compressed YouTube videos, so I take thy haters opinion as a grain of salt. Maybe NBAL14 does stink, but until you've actually tried it, then 'what are you talking about Willis'?

I guess you're one of those people I was describing. No I haven't played the game and I won't unless its a demo. $60, yeah right. Playing the game won't change the graphics, the bad animations, the commentary, or anything gameplay wise that you haven't seen. You want presentation, pregame warmups, then this is your game. What you see on your screen is not an oasis, its a sigh of what is. You guys think once you play it, that everything you've seen is gonna change. Spend your money, and after ill see you back here complaining and defending your little heart out.

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