NBA Live 14: A Step Forward or Backward for Basketball Gaming?
Introduction
When it comes to sports-based video games, Basketball has always been a popular choice among gamers. NBA Live has been one of the most popular franchises in the genre, but it created much controversy when its 14th edition was launched in 2013. This review analyzes the game, its features, and user experiences to deliberate on whether it was a step forward or a backward for the basketball gaming industry.The New Features of NBA Live 14
NBA Live 14 was launched on the new generation consoles, Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Its new features purportedly included enhanced graphics and physics delivering a more fluid and realistic gaming experience. It also added the 'BounceTek' physics engine to the game, impacting ball movements and the action of dribbling. Moreover, the game's Artificial Intelligence was improved, allowing for improved gameplay, and creating more realistic user experiences.
The Reception and Criticisms
While the new features of NBA Live 14 seemed great on paper, the user reception was mixed. Players appreciated the improved graphics and the enhanced physics engine, but the AI system was heavily criticized. In-game play suffered from occasional glitches, and shooting mechanics were deemed unrealistic. There were also fewer player animations than gamers' expectations, giving the game a lack of variety in terms of gameplay.Conclusion
In conclusion, NBA Live 14 had good intentions and an opportunity to continue the series' legacy successfully. The enhanced graphics and physics engine was a plus, but the AI system's inadequacies and gameplay glitches dampened the user experience. In contrast to its rival franchise NBA 2K, NBA Live 14 failed to deliver a polished and more realistic basket gaming experience to its fans. Hopefully, with its next edition, NBA Live will regain its position as a preferred basketball gaming franchise.
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