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NBA Live 15 Ships on October 7th For Xbox One & PS4 - Open Letter from Sean O’Brien

03:01 PM - June 5, 2014 by Steve_OS

NBA Live 15 is set to release on October 7th for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Sean O’Brien, the Executive Producer of the game has posted an open letter on some details that are coming around the corner.

Below are some of the quotes, but you can read the entire article here.

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	5-on-5 gameplay didn’t have the depth and polish of an EA SPORTS game and our visuals just weren’t up to expectations for a next-gen title. We’ve scanned a majority of the league, and the new player heads, combined with refined player models and new lighting, makes our characters look really amazing. We want teams to play just like their real-world counterparts, and to that end we’ve spent a lot of time this season talking with NBA coaches to better understand their schemes and philosophies, which we can then implement in-game. Another equally important area of focus is improving flow and responsiveness in every area where you touch the ball, and we feel that shooting, passing and dribbling all feel much better this year. We’ll start sharing gameplay details in July, and will continue to provide in-depth insight through August and September. We know we’ve got a lot to prove this year, and we’ve got a solid plan in place to provide you with all the details and take the first steps to making NBA LIVE 15 a game you’re excited to play.

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# 21 iTz GoRiLlAz @ 06/05/14 09:21 PM

I think the game might have as or more stunning visuals like Madden, due to both games are developed in the same studio EA Tiburon. It wouldn't make sense, if those two studios wouldn't collab together on projects (titles). Dating back to a couple of months Gameplay Designer Scott Gallagher said that both teams have been sharing ideas. One of the fascinating things he learned from their conversations were, that the Madden team hired a former NFL O Line player, who helped improve the O Line for the game. I don't know if it did improve (because I haven't played it), but what I do know is that having two teams working in one studio should improve both titles in the graphic department because of the relationship they share at EA Tiburon.

# 22 asu666 @ 06/05/14 09:24 PM

Considering how much NBA 2K14 disappointed me last year, I'll be happy if Live is a decent game that EA can continue to build on and polish.

# 23 nick_sr @ 06/05/14 10:10 PM

Right now would have been perfect for ea to drop a tease trailer while the finals are on

# 24 Gramps91 @ 06/05/14 10:25 PM

Hopefully it'll be better this year. Wasn't very impressed with last year. If 2k keeps going the way they are, I could very well be headed back to Live

# 25 RipCityAndy @ 06/05/14 10:27 PM

I know it's not a typical view, but I really enjoyed Live 14 this year (I played it a ton), and I'm really excited for 15.

Ultimate Team was awesome. I thought it was very balanced in a way that I wasn't forced to spend real money, but I could still unlock packs at a regular interval. The online player vs. player was mostly unplayable, but the single player Ultimate Team was my favorite mode.

The shooting mechanic was nice but could definitely benefit from new animations. The momentum shots were miserably animated and transitioning from dribbling to shooting was awkward, but stand still jumpers were pretty.

My favorite thing was how I felt I could manipulate the team. I regularly used the quick plays (post sg, iso sf, etc.). Those always had me looking for mismatches. The PnR game was soooo close to being good. I like knowing how a team is going to react (ice, sag off, etc.), the way they will rotate, and exploiting the defense accordingly. The problem is that passing in a crowd is horrible. Pocket passes are extremely rare, but when you can land one it feels so so good.

I hope Live 15 does 5 things:
1) Post game needs to be introduced. Yes, that's the correct verb. I'm not saying "improved" because the existing form is not really a playable strategy unless you spam the up-and-under or use it merely to draw in defenders for open threes.
2) Momentum shots should animate better.
3) Training mode where I can practice plays!
4) The player vs. player online mode is so laggy in Live 14 that it isn't worth playing. Please address the online latency.
5) Better defense at the rim. Dunks and layups are WAY WAY WAY overpowered. KD and Westbrook are virtually unstoppable.

My potential deal breakers for Live 15:
1) Consistently laggy online mode.
2) Poorly animated momentum shots.
3) No training mode to practice plays.

I'm stoked for Live 15!!!

# 26 bxphenom7 @ 06/05/14 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ERA


	I have confidence in EA. I was an avid Live player up until it was cancelled. I'll be buying it this year, for sure. Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk now Free

You bought Live 14?

# 27 JKSportsGamer1984 @ 06/06/14 12:14 AM

I'm routing for NBA Live to succeed but man do they have a lot of catching up to do. It would be nice to have two quality basketball games out at the same time for once. I will say that after how 2K burned a lot of bridges with the bs they pulled last year (VC, always online, no hhd roster saves, etc..) this is an opportune time for Live to grab some of the 2K loyalist. Hope they can pull it off.

# 28 noshun @ 06/06/14 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 13


	Another open letter? Guy might as well start a damn diary lol It all sounds good, but lets see the results.

More letters indeed, they have to reel buyers in. Talk up & underwhelm, should be an interesting summer.

# 29 shutdown10 @ 06/06/14 02:07 AM

I will hold Sean to these words. If Live 15 is not improved and does not impress, then it would be very wise for EA to old yeller this struggling title this time around.

# 30 Guard-ian @ 06/06/14 05:50 AM

Yes, of course we need better gameplay and graphics but IMO where NBA Live 15 has the greatest opportunity it is in the online.

There is where 'the other game' has disappointed big time, so if they can deliver a Seamless Online Experiencie where us, consumers and especially hardcore NBA fans, can play seasons with friends (with all kind of details, draft, trades and so on to simulate real life) then many will switch from 'the other game' as it will be dominated by VC, more casual modes and horrible online...

Cheers! ;-)

# 31 Mintsa @ 06/06/14 10:32 AM

I would think the same thing. I highly doubt we get anything from this game at E3.

# 32 DIRK41NOWITZKI @ 06/06/14 10:43 AM

Just as a side note, Ronnie2K said somewhere that 2K would also not be at E3. So we shouldn't be expecting much basketball at E3.

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# 33 Ermolli @ 06/06/14 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by DIRK41NOWITZKI


	Just as a side note, Ronnie2K said somewhere that 2K would also not be at E3. So we shouldn't be expecting much basketball at E3. Sent from my mobile device using Tapatalk

One of the things I was looking for the most on E3 was info about both games, guess I'll have to wait one more month.

# 34 vpizzle28 @ 06/06/14 01:40 PM

I'm excited. Having two games to choose from is always nice. I bought both this previous season. Both had good and bad. I want to see what 2k has in store.

# 35 RyanLaFalce @ 06/06/14 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Ermolli


	One of the things I was looking for the most on E3 was info about both games, guess I'll have to wait one more month.

I mean, they can always release something during E3 week. They don't necessarily have to be at E3 to do it.

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# 36 P-Dub @ 06/06/14 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RyanLaFalce


	I mean, they can always release something during E3 week. They don't necessarily have to be at E3 to do it. Sent from my Galaxy S7 using Tapatalk

Absolutely. Perfect time to release some screenshots of the new models with scanned heads along with a cover reveal.

# 37 RyanLaFalce @ 06/06/14 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by P-Dub


	Absolutely. Perfect time to release some screenshots of the new models with scanned heads along with a cover reveal.

I think and hope year 2 will be MUCH better than year 1.

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# 38 King_B_Mack @ 06/06/14 04:58 PM

Another open letter?

On the plus side though, this is the first year since about two days before Elite 11's scheduled release that we're not going into this process with a cloud of doubt on if the game is even getting released. That's something. Here's hoping this is finally the year they've got everything together.

# 39 vpizzle28 @ 06/06/14 05:20 PM

If the online is stable, and they fix the passing. It will be a buy for me. I have always preferred Live's controls to 2K. Can't wait to see more information.

# 40 ScoobySnax @ 06/06/14 09:12 PM

One of the things that pissed me off about Live 14 was the momentum. Various times when I would get a step on the defender driving to the lane, I felt that my momentum should have carried me in for a lay up or dunk, but instead I pull up for a 6ft jumper. Lol. I couldn't get past that.

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