First impressions count for a lot, and NBA Live 06 certainly delivers in that regard. However, while the game looks next-gen at times, it doesn’t play like it. The Good Great-looking player models and skin textures Dunk animations are fabulous Maintains the same intuitive...

NBA 2K6 looks fantastic if you have an HDTV, but the gameplay will seem familiar to you if you’ve played one of the other versions of the game already. The Good Isomotion and shot stick are great Fantastic graphics and presentation Teams and players play like they do...

Despite the addition of several previously missing modes, NBA Live 07’s many gameplay flaws and uneven visuals relegate the series to the bench for yet another year. The Good More game modes than last year slam-dunk contest is great commentary and sound are top-notch Level-one...

A great example of how to do sports rightThe Good Individual player shots look great Robust online play Terrific animation More gameplay modes than you can shake a stick at. The Bad Free throws are extremely difficult to make Controls are often unwieldy Not significantly...

NBA Street Homecourt’s Xbox 360 debut is ultimately a great one. The Good Slightly simplified gameplay is outstanding dunks are better than ever player animation is smooth and realistic eclectic soundtrack is a joy to listen to. The Bad Value hurt by...

Thanks to significantly improved gameplay, NBA Live 08 is a good, solid basketball game. The Good Controls are tight and responsive Game is fast-paced but doesn’t feel too unrealistic Vastly improved over 07 Kerr, Albert, Johnson, and Anthony do a great job calling the...

Despite a few nagging issues, NBA 2K8 is a fantastic basketball game packed to the brim with features and game modes. The Good New signature style moves look amazing CPU plays smart and is challenging but fair Slam dunk contest is a fun addition Lots of online options Tons...

Chosen One isn’t what Skee-Lo had in mind when he wished to be a baller. The Good Stylish presentation Plenty of current and past NBA players Lots of great nicknames for your created baller. The Bad Repetitive gameplay Controls are needlessly complex Act-a-fool...

NBA 2K9’s game is strong, but most of its new features won’t be appreciated by the average Joe. The Good Gameplay is excellent Fewer missed layups this year Living rosters provide up-to-the-minute statistical changes Announcers do a nice job calling and analyzing...

NBA Live 09’s gameplay has again seen some improvement, but there are still a few rough edges. The Good Signature playcalling makes running plays a breeze New pick-and-roll mechanic is simple and effective User-friendly controls Marv Albert and Steve Kerr do a nice job in the...