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NBA Playgrounds Releases on May 9 For $20, New Details & Gameplay Video

11:50 AM - May 3, 2017 by Steve_OS

NBA Playgrounds is scheduled to release on May 9 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and Windows PC for $20. Polygon has posted quite a few new details about the game, some of them we've listed below. Be sure to read the full article here.

Over 300 different dunks
Lottery Pick meter gives the user a random special ability for a limited time
Can be played by four people in the same room
Online 2-player head to head will be available at launch, 4-player update coming soon after launch
Post-release roster updates
Progression mechanic unlocks the entire roster gradually
Packs unlock players, each pack contains 5 players, you start off with 3 packs. THERE ARE NO MICROTRANSACTIONS!
Dunk contest and a three-point contest are scheduled to release at a later date
Charles Barkley and Kobe Bryant will NOT be on the roster

Game: NBA PlaygroundsHype Score: 9.5/10 - Vote Now
Platform: Nintendo Switch / PC / PS4 / Xbox OneVotes for game: 2 - View All

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# 61 dom5552 @ 05/10/17 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by TreJayMMA


	I think they were going off of their beta experience Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

In the beta, steals didn't take away stamina like they do now. Changed it and made it better now that it's like that

# 62 ps3veron @ 05/10/17 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by TreJayMMA


	If you already know this then don't mind. But you unlock online when you beat the first tournament Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

Thanks for this! I thought it was my connection.

Ah well fat chance, since I'm not even beating the first game.

Great game through, so fresh!

# 63 Mintsa @ 05/10/17 08:30 AM

Steals are good now. They work but not overpowering.

But 3 point shooting......my goodness, I know Chris mullin was dangerous from 3 but dude online was splashing 3's (sometimes even 4's with the perfect release) from HALF COURT. He had 60 of the 65 points scored.

I understand it's arcade basketball but they have to tweak it down a hair for the sake of competitiveness.

# 64 Earl1963 @ 05/10/17 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TreJayMMA


	I think they were going off of their beta experience Sent from my SM-G530T using Tapatalk

Why did they review a beta, makes no sense, the game wasn't finished.

Anyways this game is incredibly fun.

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# 65 sportdan30 @ 05/10/17 09:02 AM

My lunch day plans are set at work...

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# 66 longranger @ 05/10/17 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by sportdan30


	I was expecting the Switch handheld to look like trash, but I think it looks pretty darn good. Of course it looks better docked but playing this evening in bed was so sweet. http://www.operationsports.com/forum...aemlins/y1.gif I'm pretty awful at this game. I've lost six straight and just can't get the timing down right. There really doesn't seem to be rhyme or reason why I'm missing layups and open shots. One minute I think I have it figured out, the next minute I'm bricking them again. I don't know how I feel about the scoring. I'd like to play a straight up game like Jam. I've seen a 12 point shot, some fours, etc. Some of it just doesn't make any sense. It's still a fun game to pick up and play. I'm glad I got it on the Switch most of all. Sent from my iPhone using Operation Sports

Exactly! After everything I was reading about this game on the switch it was supposed to be awful on handheld mode, but after playing it last night, it is just fine. Great buy for 20 bucks!!!

# 67 sportdan30 @ 05/10/17 12:07 PM

Question. What's up with the shot fakes? Why am I unable to dribble after a shot fake? I receive a pass. I'm standing still. I shot fake, and I can't dribble.....maybe this is only happening on the Switch version?

Also, on the Switch handheld the whole thing vibrates from time to time. Distracting and annoying. Is there something I'm doing wrong?

# 68 ch46647 @ 05/10/17 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by sportdan30


	Question. What's up with the shot fakes? Why am I unable to dribble after a shot fake? I receive a pass. I'm standing still. I shot fake, and I can't dribble.....maybe this is only happening on the Switch version? Also, on the Switch handheld the whole thing vibrates from time to time. Distracting and annoying. Is there something I'm doing wrong?

The controller vibrates when you try to perform an action and you're out of stamina. (Check the stamina bar around the players feet)

# 69 nflguzzler @ 05/10/17 12:40 PM

U can pump fake.. but the reason u cant is bc yuor guys dribbles first n then grabs the balls... I had the same thing until i saw it n thens aid ok we can fake bc he dribbles first

# 70 longranger @ 05/10/17 12:53 PM

can u play w one joy con on switch and if so, how

# 71 ChaseB @ 05/10/17 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by sportdan30


	Question. What's up with the shot fakes? Why am I unable to dribble after a shot fake? I receive a pass. I'm standing still. I shot fake, and I can't dribble.....maybe this is only happening on the Switch version? Also, on the Switch handheld the whole thing vibrates from time to time. Distracting and annoying. Is there something I'm doing wrong?

It's not a Switch thing, you just can't pump and go.

# 72 Earl1963 @ 05/10/17 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ChaseB


	It's not a Switch thing, you just can't pump and go.

That is one major flaw that needs addressed.

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# 73 sportdan30 @ 05/10/17 02:45 PM

The developers are looking in to the Switch vibration in handheld mode. Until then, you can turn off the vibration in system settings.

Supposedly they are also looking in to optimizing the resolution on the Switch handheld.

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# 74 ch46647 @ 05/10/17 02:57 PM

Are the developers interacting anywhere? (Twitter/Facebook, etc)

I'm not on social media but it would be nice to know they are looking for feedback, and hopefully they can updated us on when 2 v 2 on-line capabilities will be added..

# 75 23 @ 05/10/17 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ch46647


	Are the developers interacting anywhere? (Twitter/Facebook, etc) I'm not on social media but it would be nice to know they are looking for feedback, and hopefully they can updated us on when 2 v 2 on-line capabilities will be added..

Agreed. Ita my hope they do so we can help improve the game. Even push it towards the street direction

# 76 Del_Liger @ 05/10/17 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ch46647


	Are the developers interacting anywhere? (Twitter/Facebook, etc) I'm not on social media but it would be nice to know they are looking for feedback, and hopefully they can updated us on when 2 v 2 on-line capabilities will be added..

https://twitter.com/Mashable_Gaming/...76996319395843

# 77 sportdan30 @ 05/10/17 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ch46647


	Are the developers interacting anywhere? (Twitter/Facebook, etc) I'm not on social media but it would be nice to know they are looking for feedback, and hopefully they can updated us on when 2 v 2 on-line capabilities will be added..

On Twitter @nba_playgrounds.

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# 78 cwash020 @ 05/10/17 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Earl1963


	That is one major flaw that needs addressed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

My biggest issue with the game by far is the timing of the pump fake in general. I can't get it down. Sometimes I hit the button for a millisec and they throw up a awful shot because the AI thinks I released too early. Other times, the pump fake works exactly as intended. Very frustrating...

# 79 sva91 @ 05/10/17 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by cwash020


	My biggest issue with the game by far is the timing of the pump fake in general. I can't get it down. Sometimes I hit the button for a millisec and they throw up a awful shot because the AI thinks I released too early. Other times, the pump fake works exactly as intended. Very frustrating...

Same here. I want to like the gameplay, but it's just a bit glitchy. I wish they would've just remade NBA jam with better graphics. It's hard to get rebounds and dunks. The reward system is annoying. It's a bit frustrating. It's not horrible, but not great. Chase's review was spot on.

# 80 ch46647 @ 05/10/17 08:27 PM

So what is everyones strategy? Are you just selecting a handful of players and trying to level them up? Or are you playing with a variety of players?

Do all the star players have an Epic card for them? For example, I got a paul george "standard" card and have been leveling him up.. But maybe its isnt worth is if its not an "epic" or special card.

Any thoughts on this? I just want to make sure I am taking the correct approcach..

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