NBA Live 18 (2017)

Developer: EA Orlando
Publisher: EA Sports
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genres: Sport
Rating: 3.4 of 5, 4 player ratings
Where to get it: PlayStation Store

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How it feels

The game feels like a high-stakes, player-driven basketball simulation where every button press determines the outcome.

competitiveskill-basedfast-pacedarcade-styleimmersiveresponsivetenseteam-oriented

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"NBA LIVE 18 is all about player control, taking place where skill meets style. Every outcome is based on the actions you take, with mechanics that make every choice and twitch skill more impactful than ever before."

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