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NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

08:51 AM - September 29, 2015 by The 24th Letter

NBA Live 16 is available today. Make sure you play a few games and share your impressions with the community.

If you have questions about the game, post them in the Q&A thread, we'd like to keep this topic strictly on impressions.

Read the full press release below.

Today Electronic Arts Inc. launched NBA LIVE 16 on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation�4 computer entertainment system. NBA LIVE 16 highlights the brand-new LIVE PRO-AM mode, as well as the new LIVE Motion physics system. Players can express themselves both on and off the court with new gameplay mechanics, fresh gear and kicks, plus new ways to play.

LIVE PRO-AM provides players the chance to rise together with online team-play mode LIVE Run and the new cooperative Summer Circuit mode. In LIVE Run up to 10 players can compete in online games to 21 points on iconic courts like Rucker Park, Venice Beach, Terminal 23 and more. Summer Circuit allows up to five players to travel around North America challenging all-star teams as they try to become the true kings of the court. Those who have played the NBA LIVE 16 demo on Xbox One or PS4 will be able to carry over created player progress and unlocked gear, getting a leg up on the competition.

Players can find the perfect gear to express their personality, with hundreds of shirts, shoes, sneakers, and more available from top brands. Players can also get themselves in the game with the official NBA LIVE Companion (available on the App Store and Google Play) featuring GameFaceHD. This exclusive mobile scanning technology allows fans to quickly and easily scan their face and upload it to their in-game character.

Created characters can also be used in Rising Star career mode (retaining all progression across modes), and aspiring GMs can try their hand at running a NBA franchise in Dynasty mode. Players looking to build an unbeatable crew of both modern stars and past greats can jump into LIVE Ultimate Team, and those hoping to either relive or rewrite history can check out LIVE Rewind and Big Moments. Newcomers or players looking to build their skill base can jump into Learn LIVE, with multiple options for drills and practice sessions.

Fans will also be treated to enhanced gameplay in NBA LIVE 16 thanks to the new LIVE Motion physics system. Players move with purpose and react intelligently to try and get open with cuts and off-ball screens. Plus, new mechanics like touch passing and dribble handoffs make it easier than ever to orchestrate the offense and make the big play. In addition to all these features, new shot mechanics, shot meter and feedback give players instant information to help them learn exactly when to release the ball. With the variety of modes, options and gameplay upgrades, there’s something in NBA LIVE 16 for everyone.

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# 301 Calvenn @ 12/14/15 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdnlaca


	Ok, I have both games. I didnt want to purchase it earlier because I remember Live 15 being so easy on Superstar where I can drive for a layup with an pg. When I played this game, I must say that this game is great on SS with sliders that will lower shooting percentages, increase collisions and blocking. I was amazed on how sim it can be if you have the right settings. My main mode was franchise and I wanted to see how it is after 2 years, so I simmed it. I saw that most players that is a no brainer to resign did sign with their current team. There were also a few good players that moved but it was understandable. So basically, I think CPU logic is decent in the offseason. Now is this game perfect? Nope, but I played the other game and that game has flaws also. Is it a sim? On default, it isn't but it does have enough sliders to make it that way. is it fun? Yes!!!

On Superstar level slider adjustments could make sense. My only problem with that is how the adjustments affect the rest of the game. I will toy with it later but my exlerience on All Star with sliders made me revert to default settings after noticing that certain elements of the game were broken or negatively affected if not careful with the adjustments. Its always good to play the game as the devs intended, however, since we have sliders, and knowing the game can be sensitive, it would be best to keep it close to this design as much as realistically possible. I am not sure if the sliders will continue to work this way for 17 but would be nice to alter the sliders without fear. Maybe they have improved the sliders post patch, dont know.

# 302 bigdnlaca @ 12/14/15 06:51 PM

I think that the gameplay compared to 10 is a little better post patch. It forces you to move the ball, shoot open jumpshots etc.

As far as looks, it is kind of the same as far as legs, arms but it looks better when its on your tv compared to a video.

# 303 bateman11 @ 12/14/15 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Calvenn


	On Superstar level slider adjustments could make sense. My only problem with that is how the adjustments affect the rest of the game. I will toy with it later but my exlerience on All Star with sliders made me revert to default settings after noticing that certain elements of the game were broken or negatively affected if not careful with the adjustments. Its always good to play the game as the devs intended, however, since we have sliders, and knowing the game can be sensitive, it would be best to keep it close to this design as much as realistically possible. I am not sure if the sliders will continue to work this way for 17 but would be nice to alter the sliders without fear. Maybe they have improved the sliders post patch, dont know.

Just breaking into the game this evening, are you playing with default sliders? Curious as to any changes you've made

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# 304 bigdnlaca @ 12/14/15 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Calvenn


	On Superstar level slider adjustments could make sense. My only problem with that is how the adjustments affect the rest of the game. I will toy with it later but my exlerience on All Star with sliders made me revert to default settings after noticing that certain elements of the game were broken or negatively affected if not careful with the adjustments. Its always good to play the game as the devs intended, however, since we have sliders, and knowing the game can be sensitive, it would be best to keep it close to this design as much as realistically possible. I am not sure if the sliders will continue to work this way for 17 but would be nice to alter the sliders without fear. Maybe they have improved the sliders post patch, dont know.

I will give props to gotmadskillsson. I saw his gameplay of sixers vs grizzlies and he stated what his set was. That is the set im playing. When playing on default, it felt like those layup, flipshots were automatic and I hate that because those shots arent given in real life. Also, i want layups to be tough to make if the defense is present. The settings will make non dunkers either miss layups or get blocked if the defense is present.

# 305 bateman11 @ 12/14/15 06:57 PM

@bigdnlaca interested to see these sliders, where could I find them?

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# 306 Calvenn @ 12/14/15 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdnlaca


	I will give props to gotmadskillsson. I saw his gameplay of sixers vs grizzlies and he stated what his set was. That is the set im playing. When playing on default, it felt like those layup, flipshots were automatic and I hate that because those shots arent given in real life. Also, i want layups to be tough to make if the defense is present. The settings will make non dunkers either miss layups or get blocked if the defense is present.

Sounds good. Don't get me wrong. After extensive but methodical tinkering, I was able to find very effective sliders on All Star pre patch 4. The problem I and some otherw found is that Synergy tweaks negated whatever balance or gameplay achieved with the custom sliders. I do believe the quest to strike this gameplay balance post patch 4 and recent tweaks should be shorter given the good progress the devs have made, however I still recommend a step by step approach.

Personally, I do find it satisfying containing the cpu on this level ( not taking away from All Star since the game is still challenging and plays well on that level) though the cpu ratings have been boosted. I can also see the other side of the arguement however. I will give his sliders a shot and experiment some myself. I simply appreciate how the cpu plays (aggressive on offense and defense, etc) on Superstar so minor adjustments could really make it beautiful.

# 307 bigdnlaca @ 12/15/15 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by bateman11


	@bigdnlaca interested to see these sliders, where could I find them? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Credit to gotmadskillsson:

Sliders are the same for user and cpu all shooting sliders @ 40, all collision sliders at 100, and blocking at 90. Everything else default. What i did is free throws and shooting is rating only.

Played Minn vs Lakers (me) and Minn was the better team and ran me out the gym in the first quarter, then I came back to cut the deficit by halftime. I cut it to 3 at the end of the third. In the fourth, Wiggins and Rubio isolated me and I had no answer. Lost by 20 and I didnt feel like it was scripted. I failed to execute on offense and played horrible defense.

# 308 bateman11 @ 12/15/15 07:08 PM

Gotta say, I was a little skeptical when I first started playing. But it seems like the more I play, the more fun I have and the more I notice all the improvements that have been implemented. The LIVE team deserves quite a bit of praise in my opinion, it is not easy to rebuild a franchise once known as the GOAT, especially after so many failed attempts. But, finally, this game is headed in the right direction and Live 16 is a good basketball game on the court (game is very barebones off).

First off, it took me a while to get used to playing "Live" again after playing the other game religiously since release. But once I became adjusted to the rhythm of the game, player movement, ball movement, animations, etc. I started to enjoy the game. It just feels like basketball, and the presentation doesn't get its due. The ESPN license is huge for immersion.

Where this game really shines over the competition is fairness versus the CPU. Win/lose outcomes, timing, positioning, nothing feels scripted. I feel like I get rewarded for making the right basketball plays more often in this game. This game is very smooth, also. It's fun just playing, and i get realistic results because I know the game. Love the art style as well.

It's still early on. Third day playing the game so we will see how things go.

# 309 Calvenn @ 12/15/15 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bateman11


	Gotta say, I was a little skeptical when I first started playing. But it seems like the more I play, the more fun I have and the more I notice all the improvements that have been implemented. The LIVE team deserves quite a bit of praise in my opinion, it is not easy to rebuild a franchise once known as the GOAT, especially after so many failed attempts. But, finally, this game is headed in the right direction and Live 16 is a good basketball game on the court (game is very barebones off). First off, it took me a while to get used to playing "Live" again after playing the other game religiously since release. But once I became adjusted to the rhythm of the game, player movement, ball movement, animations, etc. I started to enjoy the game. It just feels like basketball, and the presentation doesn't get its due. The ESPN license is huge for immersion. Where this game really shines over the competition is fairness versus the CPU. Win/lose outcomes, timing, positioning, nothing feels scripted. I feel like I get rewarded for making the right basketball plays more often in this game. This game is very smooth, also. It's fun just playing, and i get realistic results because I know the game. Love the art style as well. It's still early on. Third day playing the game so we will see how things go.

Great feedback! I own and play both games as well and echo your sentiments. There are some flaws you will come across as you progress with your play, however, its a good thing you purchased the game when you did because a good portion of the gameplay issues have been addressed post patches and daily fine tuning. At this juncture, the game is truly underrated .

# 310 Walt Frazier @ 12/16/15 06:42 AM

First time I have played in a few days and i have already seen the CPU kick out after offensive rebounds a few times...much improved

Really adds to the flow of the game.

It is great the way they are tweaking the game.

# 311 Justonepost @ 12/16/15 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Walt Frazier


	First time I have played in a few days and i have already seen the CPU kick out after offensive rebounds a few times...much improved Really adds to the flow of the game. It is great the way they are tweaking the game.

Agreed. I posted this in the video thread, but it's an example of the CPU making extra passes and not just charging to the hoop as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDViOA6EM1s

# 312 WTF @ 12/16/15 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Justonepost


	Agreed. I posted this in the video thread, but it's an example of the CPU making extra passes and not just charging to the hoop as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDViOA6EM1s

That was excellent

# 313 Walt Frazier @ 12/16/15 09:04 AM

Really playing well at the moment...

Team styles are so much better now also. Curry plays like Curry, Draymond Green plays at times from th top of they key...Drummond on the Pistons completely different to Draymond etc.

Really promising signs.

# 314 The 24th Letter @ 12/16/15 09:07 AM

That play was nice man...

good stuff..

# 315 Calvenn @ 12/16/15 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Justonepost


	Agreed. I posted this in the video thread, but it's an example of the CPU making extra passes and not just charging to the hoop as well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDViOA6EM1s

What level of the game is this? All Star? One complaint about Superstar level is that you dont typically see this level of ball distribution. It is better after tweaks but could use more.

# 316 seanhazz1 @ 12/16/15 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Calvenn


	What level of the game is this? All Star? One complaint about Superstar level is that you dont typically see this level of ball distribution. It is better after tweaks but could use more.

Actually you see that nightly from the Warriors, IRL. (Synergy evidence?) Nice D to force the rotation, Nice job EA on the counter AI ball movement, and nice video capture.

On SS the CPU takes that drive path (least resistance) because its easier, and it can react faster than you can for the most part. Mixing in the occasional zone will force this type of movement on SS at times, but over use of the zone, against CPU, with non-elite defenders, will get you shot out of the gym fast.

# 317 Calvenn @ 12/16/15 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by seanhazz1


	Actually you see that nightly from the Warriors, IRL. (Synergy evidence?) Nice D to force the rotation, Nice job EA on the counter AI ball movement, and nice video capture. On SS the CPU takes that drive path (least resistance) because its easier, and it can react faster than you can for the most part. Mixing in the occasional zone will force this type of movement on SS at times, but over use of the zone, against CPU, with non-elite defenders, will get you shot out of the gym fast.

This is correct. The cpu has the ratings boost so they react quicker and what would otherwise result in cutting off penetration in Pro or All Star, becomes an open lane for the cpu on this level. I just switched to playing on Superstar so still adapting to the way the cpu plays. Have to strategize. Also, to make matters worse, and with this understanding in mind, there are times when the game operates at near supersonic speeds outside of Synergys influence. If any one recalls I had the same problem last year (though less pronounced this year). I have noticed a correlation to room temperature fluctuations when this phenomenon occurs. This is one issue, amongst others, that leads me to focuse on the Ps4 ( or perhaps MY Ps4) as being the culprit. As is, when the game is operating this way, the cpu players (though not restricted to the cpu since all players on the court, including the human team, move at the same quasi warp speed) can zip around the court almost unimpeded leading to more instances of subpar ball movement! You mix this effect with Superstars boosted ratings and well, you get the picture.

# 318 seanhazz1 @ 12/16/15 02:46 PM

You ain't lying. I usually regard the highest difficulty levels of any game like this....

up +down +up +down +left +right +left +right + B +A + Start....

Seriously though, on SS, if you plan out the attack on the basket similarly, (pre-plan your attack sequence/moves instead of reacting) it helps to keep the animations + difficulty boost from being awkwardly displayed as warping animations or the having CPU pressure that is too fast to adjust to without resorting to the cheesy driving/defensive tactics.

I've also suggested this "approach" in the past for those who fail in succeed in using the the various post contextual moves(yes, more needed), or unable to pull off branching stick moves.

# 319 subinate027 @ 12/16/15 02:56 PM

How is Live 16 since the patch? Torn between this and 2k.

# 320 subinate027 @ 12/16/15 03:56 PM

No input from anyone?

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