![]() However, don't mistake NBA Live 15 for a true simulation – an arcade experience hides under the thin sim veneer. Strategy has also improved thanks to play diagrams appearing on the court and the ability to send teammates into motion on the fly by tapping the left bumper. With better understanding of spacing and off-ball movement, the players have a more articulated sense of purpose, largely reacting as you would expect. Instead of suffering through an unending parade of technical shortcomings, Live 15 at least looks the part of a new-gen basketball game. ![]() ![]() The player models, lighting, crowd, and commentary all take drastic steps forward, and while you still may see the occasional gaffe like a player taking a shot with his back to the basket, these immersion-shattering episodes are minimal. Most of developer EA Tiburon's efforts went into improving the moment-to-moment gameplay, and this focus largely pays off. That patience will be tested for at least another year, because though NBA Live 15 makes some crucial strides on the hardcourt, the series still has a sizable deficit to overcome in the competition against its rival. ![]() After last year's dreadful reboot of NBA Live, EA Sports acknowledged its shortcomings while reaffirming its dedication to simulation basketball.
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