NBA Live 14 News Post

NBA Live 14 Demo Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here

01:53 PM - November 19, 2013 by DirtyJerz32

The NBA Live 14 demo is available now on the PlayStation Store. You can also queue it up on the official PlayStation app (iOS, Android).

Below are some of the details for the NBA Live 14 demo, read more about it here.

Tip-Off - Play a full game with the following teams:

Cleveland Cavaliers
Oklahoma City Thunder
New York Knicks
Golden State Warriors

Offline head to head matchups
One of five BIG Moments
Live Ultimate Team

Throughout the season, CourtQ and Synergy Sports will update the rosters, ratings and tendencies of all available teams and players in the demo.

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

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# 181 GisherJohn24 @ 12/16/13 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mlp111


	very frustrated with both next gen titles... I have to say is there anyway, anyway to stop the bouncetek cheese.. Its ridiculous.. I enjoy small things about this game, but man its incredibly frustrating that someone can dribble all day and go straight to the rim while AI just stands there and watch

do you double tap up to push and guard the paint? I've drawn a lot of charges actually in this game. Double tap the regular directional pad in different directions to see what they do. Took me 4 games to figure this out. lol

# 182 DonWuan @ 12/17/13 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by GisherJohn24


	do you double tap up to push and guard the paint? I've drawn a lot of charges actually in this game. Double tap the regular directional pad in different directions to see what they do. Took me 4 games to figure this out. lol

Same thing for offense just in case some didn't know.

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# 183 PVarck31 @ 12/21/13 12:10 AM

So I put some time in with the demo today since I'm hearing a lot of positive things in here about the game. I hadn't played it since it came out.

I think it plays a solid game of basketball. I like the weighted feeling of the players. I like the pace of the game and the less complicated controls. Although I wish there was a tutorial.

I also really don't think the graphics are all that bad. Yes, they aren't what next-gen should be. But I'll give them a pass this year because I know this game has been in development for last gen systems for years.

As far as gameplay, I just really like the simplicty of the controls. I like the quick plays mapped to the d pad. The pick and roll is very well done. The game really does feel like a slightly upgraded version of Live 10. And I loved Live 10.

I've always liked Live. 05 was one of my favorite sports games ever. I just get more of a fun factor from Live than I do from other basketball games.

I want to get my hands on a retail copy to see what improvements have been made from the demo. I know there is supposed to be a lot, so that's really encouraging. I will consider buying it if that's the case.

I honestly appreciate what EA is doing with this game. They got a playable game out the door. That's huge. I think some people just don't get how big of a deal that is. They also seem to be serious about post-release support. This shows a commitment to take back significant market share from the other game. I don't care that it's taken them this long to put a game out. That's water under the bridge. People need to let that go. Its not letting them off the hook.

So yeah, now I really wanna play the retail version. I almost bought it on Amazon today since its $45. But I just don't know if its worth it until I play it.

I'll be sure to comment more when I finally do get to play it.

# 184 PVarck31 @ 12/27/13 03:10 PM

I still haven't gotten the retail version so I'm not sure if there is any difference, but I'm having a hard time playing defense. I hold down L2 but the cpu just blows by me most of the time.

Am I doing something wrong, or is this just how the game is?

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# 185 El_Poopador @ 12/27/13 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by PVarck31


	I still haven't gotten the retail version so I'm not sure if there is any difference, but I'm having a hard time playing defense. I hold down L2 but the cpu just blows by me most of the time. Am I doing something wrong, or is this just how the game is? Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk

i think you need to use the l2 defense sparingly. use the slides and regular stick movement to get in front then l2 to lock down once youre in position. i havent had a ton of time with the game but it feels like that would work better than trying to hold l2 a lot.

# 186 WTF @ 12/27/13 03:22 PM

Definitely use L2 sparingly. I only use it when I'm getting ready to let my guy get past me. Remember to use angles and slide your feet accordingly. The L2 button in this game isn't a automatic lockdown.

# 187 PVarck31 @ 12/27/13 04:01 PM

So when you use slides you mean moving the right stick the direction they move?

# 188 WTF @ 12/27/13 04:03 PM

No, I'm talking about the left stick, just moving your player. If you're feathering the stick, without using turbo or the L2 button, your guy manually does defensive slides. I only use turbo and the L2 stick when I'm getting beat off of the dribble. Normally I tap the L2 button when I get close enough to "body" someone and it bumps them just enough.

# 189 PVarck31 @ 12/27/13 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by WTF


	No, I'm talking about the left stick, just moving your player. If you're feathering the stick, without using turbo or the L2 button, your guy manually does defensive slides. I only use turbo and the L2 stick when I'm getting beat off of the dribble. Normally I tap the L2 button when I get close enough to "body" someone and it bumps them just enough.

Ok I'll try that and report back.

So I like the demo, I don't love it, but its solid. How much more do you think I'll like the retail version? Is it as improved as some people say.

I mean I've read the impressions forum, but I'm just trying to gage how much better it really is.

# 190 WTF @ 12/27/13 04:33 PM

I think it's infinitely better, but for you, it depends on what you aren't in "love" with on the demo.

In the full version, in my mind, it's night and day. Just turning on the Auto Motion offense makes the game so much more fluid. Guys moving, cutting, setting back screens without the ball for both you and the CPU AI.

The synergy updates also make a world of difference.

But honestly, it just depends on what you're looking for.

# 191 scottyo60 @ 12/29/13 04:23 PM

I saw best buy had this game for $40 and am thinking of trading in 2k for 360 to make it cheaper, but I want to know first... In retail if hit square to steal will they actually try to do it? I try in the demo ovr and over and my guy just stands there many times

# 192 WTF @ 12/29/13 04:24 PM

I'd say 4/5 times your guy will go for the steal. What you're talking about happens more often when you're playing the passing lanes than actual swiping style steals.

I'd say a good 4/5 times though.

# 193 The 24th Letter @ 12/29/13 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by scottyo60


	I saw best buy had this game for $40 and am thinking of trading in 2k for 360 to make it cheaper, but I want to know first... In retail if hit square to steal will they actually try to do it? I try in the demo ovr and over and my guy just stands there many times

It's just as delayed as in the demo, haven't seen any improvement in that particular area...it's like I have to account for the delay when jumping a passing lane as well which makes it an even bigger gamble than it should be....

Gamestop is giving an extra 50% on trade ins toward used games BTW, just for the weekend. So if you are going to trade it in I would do it today...you should be able to find Live used...

# 194 franch1se @ 12/31/13 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by PVarck31


	Ok I'll try that and report back. So I like the demo, I don't love it, but its solid. How much more do you think I'll like the retail version? Is it as improved as some people say. I mean I've read the impressions forum, but I'm just trying to gage how much better it really is.

Retail with the patch is WAY better

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# 195 23 @ 01/03/14 02:02 PM

Just played the demo again and it seems as if its connected to the same server as the retail with player updates because it didn't feel much different. At the end of the game playing the cavs Kyrie went full cheese and abused the paint over and again because the Cavs couldn't score otherwise.

Not only that, he kept doing the same cheesy layup animation I also saw Steve Nash doing as well. This game has a long was to go for sure.. At this point playing the demo you can come to a logical conclusion of how the retail feels without thinking its some magic game over it. Its not that much different.

# 196 mythreesons @ 01/03/14 02:36 PM

A few other observations from this game:

Most will agree without hesitation that the 2K is a much more asthetically pleasing game. But for some reason I keep coming back to this one. For one, the spacing as well as the player models are much better than the other game. When I pick-up the other game now, the players look chunky and the court looks crowded. Trust me, there are many issues with this game, but for the most part it looks and feels like basketball. I could write a list as long as my arm of things that need fixing.

I've gotten much better at defending both on the perimeter and in the paint and I'm able to make an impact if I stay focused. I feel like I can counter what my opponent is trying to do. I adjust, I change strategy and I play tough defense. My PIP allowed has fallen from 75% of points scored to near 40%.

At times offense comes too easy, which is accurate of what happens IRL where you get lulled into taking rushed or bad shots and suddenly you can't make anything. You have to pay attention because a run - either offensively or defensively - is only a bad shot or a missed defensive assignment away.

One ot the things that frustrated me about the other game was canned or scripted runs that you had no control over (other than the standard, "call a timeout" strategy). With this game I feel I can manage things better.

The other night I jumped out to a early 15 point lead in the first quarter, built to 20 and won by about that much - shoulda won by more but I got a little complacent and lost focus. But the game was a blowout from the start.

When I first got the game a 15 point first quarter lead would be reduced to two by halftime. Initially I blamed it on a scripted comeback - and that could possibly be so, but now I believe that it was more of me not managing the game, jacking up poor shots, playing porous defense - in essence allowing the computer to adjust to what I was doing rather than me adjusting to the flow of the game.

Didn't mean for this to be so long, but I've been trying to figure in my own head why I like this game. I still believe the other game is better, but (and I've heard a bunch of people say this) I have fun playing this one... not because I win or because I can bum rush the rim and dunk, but because it feels like a basketball game. It doesn't happen instantly... you have to learn the controls and understand what options you have at your disposal.

Personally I'm glad we have both, but for now I'm enjoying LIVE.

# 197 The 24th Letter @ 01/03/14 03:08 PM

To me, its kind of like they represent two different aspects of the game of basketball, I honestly am enjoying playing both...

People say "I watched the (insert teams here) game last night, then I went back and played Live because of the pacing"

Well I watched the Heat\Warriors game last night, and I knew what game would properly emulate fast breaks, action, jumping passing lanes, quick guards etc...This is real simulation basketball as well...pro atheletes being pro atheletes..

I also knew which game would give me a more methodical experience, spacing and a pretty good game of half court basketball...and I played a bit of that as well...its just good to have options at the end of the day...too many people feel like they have to make a choice or take a side...I am just a bball fan, soaking it all in...

# 198 23 @ 01/03/14 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by The 24th Letter


	To me, its kind of like they represent two different aspects of the game of basketball, I honestly am enjoying playing both... People say "I watched the (insert teams here) game last night, then I went back and played Live because of the pacing" Well I watched the Heat\Warriors game last night, and I knew what game would properly emulate fast breaks, action, jumping passing lanes, quick guards etc...This is real simulation basketball as well...pro atheletes being pro atheletes.. I also knew which game would give me a more methodical experience, spacing and a pretty good game of half court basketball...and I played a bit of that as well...its just good to have options at the end of the day...too many people feel like they have to make a choice or take a side...I am just a bball fan, soaking it all in...

The problem is the game of basketball is not one or the other. Both things either will or can happen. I don't think either company should get away with representing basketball in a half way.

I saw your halfcourt shot chart from Dirk in that Mavs game here and went to my PC and used the same teams and I'd hate to tell you that the one from your game didn't represent him as well. If we're just saying this game is the best halfcourt game ever lol, not that I agree with that, but putting the game of basketball in a box is silly.

# 199 The 24th Letter @ 01/03/14 03:26 PM

Oh I defintely agree 23....I dont like the notion that "Oh, this game is slower paced, its a real representation of basketball" either...it has always bugged me. You're exactly right, you shouldnt have one without the other, in either case. Also, I agree on Dirk, I posted that to show that Dirk was playing more like Dwight Howard than Dirk for some reason...and how the big's can sometimes be a little cheesy. Honestly man, if there was some kind of way to meld the good of the two games together, I would. For now, all I can do is give honest feedback...and get some fun out of both.

# 200 WTF @ 01/03/14 03:27 PM

See, Dirk and Monta killed JoeDog, FLIGHTWHITE and myself with a crazy variety of jumpers, post scores, and 3's. I'd say that my chart, or one of their charts would have went along with your shot chart just fine too.

I've played him 3-4 times now, and depending on which team I'm using, he's normally whipping up on me from all over the court. I saw a 3 in transition with him as well.

Like you said Dre, you can't put the game of basketball in a box. Every game is going to be different and bring a new experience. I think that's one of the biggest things that I'm seeing. Wish we could all see the same game the same way,but meh.... that would make for some boring forum discussions I guess

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