Despite giving this game nearly the same score as previous NBA Live games, it is much better. I only give it the a little higher because the gameplay is generally the same, and since sports games come out each year, it is hard to give them higher rankings after one year of minor improvements. I have only played this game at my friend's house, but from what I can tell, it is unbelievable. The gameplay is smooth, the commentary is correct, flows with the play, and is sometimes funny, and the graphics are utterly amazing. In some shots, you can see the sweat dripping down the folds in the players' jerseys. Not having played season or franchise mode, I can't rate those; however, this game gives a lasting impression from just three multiplayer games. It is an easy game to learn and fun to play. All in all, it is another great hit in the NBA Live series, and if you have the Xbox 360, it is most definitely worth having.
