Description

"NBA Live '97" is a basketball simulation video game developed by Electronic Arts and one of the installments in the long-running "NBA Live" series. Released for the Sega Saturn in 1996, this game sought to provide an immersive and realistic basketball experience, capitalizing on the popularity of the NBA. Players can choose from all 29 NBA teams from the 1996-97 season, along with two All-Star teams, and engage in various modes such as Season, Playoffs, or a single Exhibition match. The game featured full rosters, with the ability to execute trades, face injuries, and endure fatigue, bringing a strategic layer to managing the teams.

Graphically, "NBA Live '97" offered detailed sprites and animations for its time, made possible by the capabilities of the Sega Saturn. The game introduced a new feature, "Total Control Dunks," which allowed players to perform spectacular slam dunks using combinations of buttons, enhancing the excitement during gameplay. It also marked significant improvements in player AI and introduced player customization, giving fans more control over gameplay. With commentary provided by Verne Lundquist and audio that incorporated realistic crowd effects, the atmosphere in "NBA Live '97" was designed to mirror the intensity and excitement of real NBA games, making it a standout title among sports simulations of that era.

Gameplay

NBA Live '97 - Gameplay

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