NBA Live 98 is a basketball simulation video game developed by EA Sports and released in 1997 for multiple platforms including PlayStation, PC, and Sega Saturn.
As part of the long-running NBA Live series, this installment is widely regarded as one of the best basketball games of the 1990s due to its realistic gameplay, improved graphics, and comprehensive features.
The game features all the NBA teams and players from the 1997-1998 season, with accurate rosters, player stats, and moves.
Players can compete in various modes such as exhibition games, season mode, playoffs, and an All-Star mode, offering plenty of ways to enjoy the NBA experience.
Multiplayer options support head-to-head matches for up to four players depending on the platform.
NBA Live 98 improves upon its predecessors with smoother animations, enhanced AI, and more responsive controls, delivering fast-paced and strategic basketball gameplay.
New moves like spinning layups, pump fakes, and defensive maneuvers add depth and realism.
The game also includes player substitutions, coaching strategies, and fatigue management to provide a full basketball management experience.
Visually, the game features detailed 3D player models and dynamic animations, bringing NBA stars to life on the court.
The arenas include realistic crowd animations and authentic audio effects such as commentary, buzzer sounds, and crowd reactions, creating an immersive atmosphere.
NBA Live 98 was critically acclaimed for its balance between arcade fun and simulation accuracy, making it a favorite among basketball fans and gamers alike.
It remains a landmark title in the NBA Live franchise.
Technical Details:
- Developer: EA Sports
- Publisher: EA Sports
- Release Year: 1997
- Platform(s): PlayStation, PC, Sega Saturn
- Genre: Sports (Basketball Simulation)
- Mode: Single-player, Multiplayer (up to 4 players depending on platform)
- Engine: Custom 3D engine optimized for basketball physics and animations
- Graphics: 3D player models with motion-captured animations
- Camera: Multiple broadcast-style angles
- Input: PlayStation controller, PC keyboard and gamepads, Sega Saturn controller
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