NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

[The 24th Letter]

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Anyone seen a game winner yet?

Just wondering If they do better with celebrations this year...


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[WTF]

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Not much better. Celebration for 3-4 seconds, then wrap up as normal.

[charlesadams3rd]

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You need to read the fine print. 8000 animations, but only 100 are used (the same wonky post moves from last year).

Wait...WHAT??


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[The 24th Letter]

NBA Live 16 Available Today, Post Your Impressions Here

Man, me and the same guy just matched up 3 times in a row in OH2H... where is everyone? wasn't even this bad last year...

Could be server issues....for the NBAPD error 2 out of those 3 matchup's and 2 times out of 5 PRO AM games...

EA is usually strong on the server side so I'm assuming there are some blips going on...


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[Quentin32]

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517 viewing 2k
8 viewing Live

Is it that bad?

[Quentin32]

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Man, me and the same guy just matched up 3 times in a row in OH2H... where is everyone? wasn't even this bad last year...

Could be server issues....for the NBAPD error 2 out of those 3 matchup's and 2 times out of 5 PRO AM games...

EA is usually strong on the server side so I'm assuming there are some blips going on...


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Lol how is that possible.

[Playmakers]

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517 viewing 2k
8 viewing Live

Is it that bad?

LOL!

I'm enjoying the game this year but must admit that is bad

But hey EA has to blame themsleves because i said it before when you release the DEMO no way you should release it with all the problems or glitches they had in it

Remember 1st impressions can sometimes lead to bad memory...

EA left some bad memories in the eye's of many who tested that demo out and they might not be willing to purchase the game because of that demo now....

It's a solid game with the patches and sliders but hey that's just my 2-cents

Not everyone is going to wait around for patches....

[Calvenn]

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LOL!

I'm enjoying the game this year but must admit that is bad

But hey EA has to blame themsleves because i said it before when you release the DEMO no way you should release it with all the problems or glitches they had in it

Remember 1st impressions can sometimes lead to bad memory...

EA left some bad memories in the eye's of many who tested that demo out and they might not be willing to purchase the game because of that demo now....

It's a solid game with the patches and sliders but hey that's just my 2-cents

Not everyone is going to wait around for patches....

I agree with this viewpoint and have stated the same. It was a risky move. Though typically a demo is not a finished product in this case there was a lot at stake. The demo had to be compelling enough! I personally knew a patch was ensuing and tinkered enough with the sliders to know what was capable. Not sure about some others. There has to be a better way to advertise this game, especially after patching and slider adjustments/coaching strategies. Unless they just don't care about sales again this year. It just seems like this game is being underrepresented and I'm not taking away from the steadfast efforts from folks like WTF and Mrprice33.

[benefactor]

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LOL!

I'm enjoying the game this year but must admit that is bad

But hey EA has to blame themsleves because i said it before when you release the DEMO no way you should release it with all the problems or glitches they had in it

Remember 1st impressions can sometimes lead to bad memory...

EA left some bad memories in the eye's of many who tested that demo out and they might not be willing to purchase the game because of that demo now....

It's a solid game with the patches and sliders but hey that's just my 2-cents

Not everyone is going to wait around for patches....

Totally disagree.

That really had no other choice. If the game was bad and it had no demo... I mean, look what just happened with the new Tony Hawk game.

They stood behind their product, didn't give anyone an excuse to say they'd been ripped off by a blind purchase and have said they will keep the demo playable for good.

What they really need to do (and something they were poor in last year) is communicate all the changes they are making. None of this 'minor bug fixes' nonsense. Tell the fans and fencesitters what changes you are making and don't leave it up to people to post comments after every random game they have (there's already a post in this thread where someone has seen a few different things and immediately assumed there was a patch/change).

Tweet out the improved face scans and accessories when they arrive. Show before and after clips, list the bug fixes, updates etc.

[Calvenn]

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More effective communication of these changes will certainly go a long way IMO. I recently asked WTF and Mrprice33 a question on this forum about the possibility of Live16 devs visiting the board this year. The main driver behind that inquiry was to facilitate open discussion and to ultimately enlighten the community about the myriad of improvements that have been implemented, etc, Obviously there are other methods of disseminating this sort of information to the public but it would be helpful to hear from them on this board if at all feasible.

[The 24th Letter]

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The demo was the right move.

Some of the coverage the demo got was unfair though...I don't know if that's why it has gotten off to slow start or not...but perception is reality. When I saw the people online numbers last night it was a bit shocking.

Thankfully a lot of the reviews were a fair assessment on the improvements and may draw some more people to check it out. Biggest thing they need to do right now is stay involved and ENGAGE with the community. I feel like the community would be so much further a long than it is now had they done this from the beginning..

[Walt Frazier]

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I don't know what has happened, but the last three games I have played the CPU has taken about 3 mid rage jumpers in TOTAL.

The midrange game is completely gone again after synergy updates.

[ezio]

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I have a question about the demo on the PS4. I downloaded the demo and it installed 25 gig or so and I can play exhibiton games with all the teams plus the pro-am. I know I saw something about a trial version for Playstation plus so my question is the trial the same as the full game?

Thank you.

[rudyjuly2]

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Won a free game at TGT and just got the game yesterday. I am the definition of a casual fan.

Played two games yesterday. First game was the Pistons against the CPU Bulls on Pro. I lost a fun game in OT. Lots of points in the paint - about 60% vs a normal 40%. I shot horrible from downtown. Some nice blocks in this game. Almost no fouls although I don't want too many as those slow downs drive me nuts IRL. Not sure the auto subs is smart enough. In my first game with the Pistons the cpu put Brandon Jennings in at SF at one point. He might be the smallest guy that sees the floor.

Second game I took the Clippers against the Mavs. I smoked them by 30. I shot great and switched to all Star for the fourth. Points in the paint was better. Not many turnovers from what I've seen.

Just did a couple practice drills. Understand now you can spin the r-stick to spin/drop step. Not many other moves in the post but that will help. Why does the practice mode back out after every successful attempt? If you want to try something a few times in a row you have to keep exiting and going back in. It only repeats if you fail. I should choose when I back out.

Harden was a beast when I used him this morning in a game against GS. Put up 31. Steph was good for the Warriors too but no Harden! That was a very close and fun victory this morning.

Lastly, I do understand that it can be too easy to get into the paint. I put the jostle/blow by down to 0 and could still get into the paint. It didn't seem to be that responsive of a slider although the end result didn't feel bad.

[Calvenn]

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Hopefully my post was clear enough or not misconstrued. As I have mentioned before, even though there was some risk associated with the demo in its state at the time, ultimately the positives should have outweighed the negatives especially with the inclusion of Pro Am which has been a success judging by everyone's reaction. The major areas of weakness in that demo were shored up with the patches so yes, it would be beneficial if there was some type of communication or involvement with the community at this juncture. I have also expected that common sense would prevail (except for in instances where folks judge by first appearance and don't return based on that encounter) and others will return afterwards. Don't forget, some folks are waiting for the price to drop as well before making the purchase. I hope there are plans to make community interaction happen!