Very good game but serious flaws
Added 12/24/2007
Overall this is a very good game, but it has some aggravating issues when playing at the most difficult setting ("all star"). In that setting, the computer does not "play better" but rather simply hits a higher percentage of shots. 3-pt shooting over 60-70% is rampant for the computer; it will make >90% of open 3-pt shots, and most 3-pt attempts with a defender in the guy's face with arms up and jumping at the right time for a block. Ridiculous and annoying. The computer will continue to make shot after shot even with defenders' arms in their face. Turn-around, fade away, you name it. Forget about realistic shot percentages when playing "all star" against the computer.
Except for Shaq, the computer will make nearly every free throw shot, in fact nearly always shooting 100% from the line, while it is very challenging to make FT shots yourself, depending on the player. Some players who are poor FT shooters basically have no chance of making a shot, as the shot quality indicator (green-good, yellow-okay, red-bad) will not go above red unless you miraculously time it. Even good FT shooters like Ray Allen, will only make a FT if the indicator is green. Yellow, and it'll clank off the rim half the time. Again, very aggravating.
Other flaws include poor design for some players, including Steve Nash with a nearly shaved head (actually, all white players have the same, nearly-shaved head design). The non-white players look fine though, and all players are animated nicely.
Also, when playing a season, expect teams to trade marquee players and no option to turn trading, at least by other teams, off. So you'll see Iverson traded for Lebron, Rasheed Wallace traded for Baron Davis, etc., like what happened in my season.
There is no option to have some sort of auto-subbing and the computer teams rarely sub anyone, so the starting five usually play the entire game. Obviously, this detracts somewhat from the experience of the game.
Mini games are numerous and interesting briefly but ultimately boring for me. I don't see much replay value in shooting a carnival type hoops shooting game, or the other similar mini games.
Despite these flaws, NBA 08 remains the most played of the 14 or so games I own for the PSP. It is still quite fun to play, especially if you like arcade style B-ball action (definitely this is no BB sim like 2K8), has great replay value, and is perfect for those long waits at the DMV, extended bus/subway rides, etc.
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Pretty good
Added 11/22/2007
I dont follow the NBA but this game is good. It has many minigames that make the game even better.
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Father Son Time
Added 1/6/2009
I bought this game for my son to play with my grandson, they thoroughly enjoy the game and the time spent together.
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Good Game
Added 6/30/2008
Good Game. They must improve the online feature. but it is good for me. I recomend it
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Work in Progress
Added 6/28/2008
This core game here is very good, however lacking a campaign or franchise mode really hurts the game. Additionally the AI gets predictable over time and you start blowing out the computer.
Not a bad game, but not great either.
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This is simply the best basketball sim out there. The graphics are insane, the sixaxis ball control is unimaginable, the game of the week brings you back again and again. Simply playing a game with a friend is in one word FUN. A must buy for any PS3 owner.
This game, MLB the show, and probably Hot shots golf and definately best in their class... Enjoy.
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Misunderstood...
Added 3/7/2008
This game has an undeserved bad reputation on the web. Simply, it shouldn't be considered a simulation. The play is more arcade-style. The developer's have obviously spent more focus on 'feel & technique' than 'deep' franchise options. But that doesn't mean weak replay value- every week you get to download roster updates and challenges. This means that while watching ESPN, if you see a sick NBA play... you might get a chance to recreate the moment yourself through NBA 08. Plus Sony has LeaderBoards for these challenges (and online play, of course). When I bought this game there were 3 of us here. Within 2 hours of purchase we were all yelling at my set and having a great time. Later, motivated, we went out and played some ball of our own. This is THAT type of game. So my final recommendation would be: If you have 1080p/HDMI/HDCP (the graphics amaze),have PS3 online, and commonly play with friends/family, yes get it. Otherwise, I'd hesitate.
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Best NBA game on PS3.
Added 1/8/2008
This is the best NBA game on the PS3. I have played LIVE 08, 2K8, & NBA 08. This game has the best game play and graphics of the three. Features a deep franchise mode and an option to replay the best games of the current basketball season. Online is solid with very little lag. My only complaint is that there is some clipping when characters collide. Also there appears to be a lot of turnovers during fast break situations. All things a side, this is still a fun NBA game.
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