NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

[Calvenn]

Re: NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

Live 17 going to need a manual bounce and over head lob into the post pass. Had 5 turnovers simply because you can't choose what type of pass you want to do in the post. I also find pro level to be the best level with the least amount of CPU BS that occurs. CPU tends to pass the ball around a lot more on Pro too.

The late game CPU AI isn't as bad as the higher levels is either. They are way more aware of the clock and the score on Pro.

You're on to something here. I'm seeing a lot more hero ball in All Star that I don't recall seeing in Pro mode. Alot more holding the ball till the last second type scenarios on All Star. Would like to see how the rebounding is handled in Pro vs All Star as well. I will continue to test for results. One challenge for Pro mode will be making it competitive enough both on offense and defense so I will be working on this as well. If we can achieve this Pro mode is looking to be the most authentic and rewarding mode especially if late game AI deficiencies have been truly minimized or corrected. I can actually believe this due to the more solo attack or isolation mentality of the higher game levels.

[Playmakers]

Re: NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

Live 17 going to need a manual bounce and over head lob into the post pass. Had 5 turnovers simply because you can't choose what type of pass you want to do in the post. I also find pro level to be the best level with the least amount of CPU BS that occurs. CPU tends to pass the ball around a lot more on Pro too.

The late game CPU AI isn't as bad as the higher levels is either. They are way more aware of the clock and the score on Pro.

What took you so long bro?

Been saying this since the demo.....

Pro level IMO is the best level hands down with tweaked sliders

I have some sliders for Pro Level that I'm waiting to release once EA does their thing with this synergy information for opening day.

I've been getting some awesome games but also keep in mind i utilize RATINGS ONLY shooting

[Tomba]

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What took you so long bro?

Been saying this since the demo.....

Pro level IMO is the best level hands down with tweaked sliders

I have some sliders for Pro Level that I'm waiting to release once EA does their thing with this synergy information for opening day.

I've been getting some awesome games but also keep in mind i utilize RATINGS ONLY shooting

Have to go with all star but still hugely dissapointed with synergy screwing up everything

[Calvenn]

Re: NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

What took you so long bro?

Been saying this since the demo.....

Pro level IMO is the best level hands down with tweaked sliders

I have some sliders for Pro Level that I'm waiting to release once EA does their thing with this synergy information for opening day.

I've been getting some awesome games but also keep in mind i utilize RATINGS ONLY shooting

True! You indeed made reference to this from day one. Personally, I liked how the game flowed and played out on Pro, however, at the time, I decided to switch to All Star after noticing some defensive deficiencies. A true challenge on offense from the cpu was also lacking. Admittedly, I did not exhaust all slider options on Pro so I am back to conduct further tests. Hope to find an effective balance. If not, back to All Star. I'm definately not touching Superstar if this logic holds true.

[rudyjuly2]

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One little thing, I have lost a jump ball for the poster who said it can't happen. You have to hit jump pretty late but you can throw it. It should certainly be tougher but I did see it!

[Walt Frazier]

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One little thing, I have lost a jump ball for the poster who said it can't happen. You have to hit jump pretty late but you can throw it. It should certainly be tougher but I did see it!

Don't press any button....do not even hold the controller. Just let the controller sit on your couch...

And you will win the jump ball every time.

Seriously.

[The 24th Letter]

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They nerfed success right under the basket in Pro Am it seems...that's cool...I have to be more selective with put backs

they should've nerfed the driving guards too though to be fair...

"NBA Live doesn't care bout big people" lol

[bran9413]

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Upset I can't play Rising Star mode because it always freezes on me in a middle of a game. This is the 3rd year in a row where I have this problem with Rising Star mode.

[mrprice33]

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I really want to play more Summer Circuit but time, she is a cruel mistress.

[nick_sr]

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Gonna give my impressions when I'm done with the October mut gauntlet, but a few things that bother me are the fact the cpu never takes advantage of transition opportunities and timing on the alleys.

[The 24th Letter]

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There's a bit of a fast break bug for the CPU when they'll do a walking dribble instead of running in transition...

[Playmakers]

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Gonna give my impressions when I'm done with the October mut gauntlet, but a few things that bother me are the fact the cpu never takes advantage of transition opportunities and timing on the alleys.

I jacked up their alley oop slider to 100 makes it much better

[Traceur]

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Sadly I had to put this game on ice permanently. I couldn't take the late game AI anymore. This is the THIRD straight year that it has been present on NBA Live games - totally unacceptable.

The devs should be embarrassed and ashamed that this BS reared its ugly head yet again in their game. What's worse is that their so-called Day 1 patch didn't even address this issue - when everyone and their mothers pointed it out on the demo and the EA Access release.

Until EA decides to get serious about their NBA product and trash the game engine that they've been using and slightly tweaking for the past 3 years - I'm done with them. Charging $60 for a beta game is laughable.

While I admit the game is fun and the graphics look great. Watching the cpu bass the ball around like a "hot potato" with 20 seconds left and never getting a shot off while down by 3 points is a JOKE....or the cpu down by 3 points with 38 seconds left in the game clock and the cpu committing an INTENTIONAL FOUL.

No mas. 2K here I come (begrudgingly)

[Calvenn]

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Try playing the game on Pro and validate what some are saying about the improved late game AI. Apparently the cpu is not as brain dead in this mode. Give it a shot before quitting. All in all, I'm with you that this should have been corrected by now though it's not as bad as last year IMO. I'm testing Pro as well but have not had time lately.

[Playmakers]

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Try playing the game on Pro and validate what some are saying about the improved late game AI. Apparently the cpu is not as brain dead in this mode. Give it a shot before quitting. All in all, I'm with you that this should have been corrected by now though it's not as bad as last year IMO. I'm testing Pro as well but have not had time lately.

I shut it down for the past week....

Needed a break after testing sliders on each level almost non-stop to the point where I got burn out.

But as mentioned before once they get some regular season games going I'm going to post a base set of sliders for Pro level which I think quite a few guys will enjoy and to be honest with you if the level didn't state it is was Pro most wouldn't even realize it

Now again I have a few house rules like Ratings Only shooting relying on EA's player ratings to determine more outcomes and defensively I tend to stick with one defender an entire possession because that allows the CPU AI to be on equal terms with my AI controlled teammates.

it will take time to adjust to those house rules bur I gurantee you afterwhile the gameplay will be become addictive because there's nothing like seeing a star CPU player abuse a lesser talented player in this game simply because his ratings dictated it.

game is far from perfect but it just feels more organic on Pro Level with tweaked sliders.