- NBA stars, performing like their real-life counterparts based on distinct character types, including Power, Playmaker, Stopper and more.
- authentic 5-on-5 gameplay the all-new animation system helps to visually present the up-tempo, fast-break brand of basketball that makes the nba thrive.
- improved transition game and a more physical brand of play with collisions and dunked-on scenarios.
- Fast break basketball is back with an all-new up-tempo game that lets Superstars exhibit their talents in the open court.
- Stunning Visuals make players look like their real-life counterparts.
Product Description
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The evolution of the EA SPORTS Freestyle Control continues with
all-new EA SPORTS Freestyle Superstars. With the superstars of
the NBA playing like their real-life counterparts, Playmakers
deliver fast break Freestyle passes on the fly, Stoppers control
the paint, and Power players dominate the sition with
powerful user-controlled dunks. An enhanced transition game
yields an up-tempo, fast-break, and physical brand of basketball
that features players running the lanes and awaiting the open
pass. With the NBA LIVE 06 advancements in gameplay and enhanced
player graphics, the NBA's superstars look and play more like
their real-life counterparts than ever before. A rich collection
of game modes adds to the deepest offering of NBA LIVE ever -
including Dynasty Mode, EA SPORTS Online, and NBA All-Star
Weekend.
From the Manufacturer
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Feel the emotion and intensity of the most complete basketball
experience with NBA LIVE 06 on the PlayStation2 computer
entertainment system. This year it's up to you to take the point
and deliver fast break passes on the fly as teammates run the
lanes awaiting your pass. On defense, get inside and feel what
it’s like to block a dunk--or to be dunked on--as big bodies
collide under the basket. The sport of basketball is elevated to
a whole new level in 06 with the PS2!
Features:
* Freestyle Superstars: you are in control of the top NBA stars,
performing like their real-life counterparts based on distinct
character types, including Power, Playmaker, Stopper, and more.
* Authentic 5-on-5 Gameplay: The all-new animation system helps
to visually present the up-tempo, fast-break brand of basketball
that makes the NBA thrive. Also featured, is an improved
transition game and a more physical brand of play with collisions
and dunked-on scenarios.
* New Player Visuals: a new graphics engine now has player models
not only playing and acting like their real life counterparts,
but looking the part with striking detail and realism.
* The Voices of the NBA: Joining Marv Albert is new color
commentator and former NBA star Steve Kerr. The on-air TV
partners call the 5-on-5 action, while Ernie Johnson and Kenny
Smith bring their own unique flavor to the Slam Dunk Contest and
3-Point Shootout.
* NBA All-Star Weekend: NBA All-Star Weekend is better than ever
as it allows users to create new jaw-dropping dunks in the Slam
Dunk Contest. Also featuring the 3-Point Shootout, Rookie
Challenge, and NBA All-Star Game, All-Star Weekend is available
as a stand-alone game mode as well as within Dynasty mode.
* EA SPORTS Online: users can play online with the PlayStation2
against nents from anywhere in North America giving them the
rtunity to meet, greet, chat, set up tournaments, download
roster updates, and play head-to-head.