So NBA Live 09 has been out for just over a month and we've had a couple of weeks of NBA Live 365 updates. What are you thoughts? Has anyone's opinions changed?
My thoughts on the PS2 version haven't changed, that version is a complete mess and with all due respect to people still playing games on the PS2, it needs to be scrapped. I still like the Xbox 360 version very much though, it's not perfect and there are still things that can be added and elements that can be improved but it is the best NBA Live on the current generation of platforms to date. Some people might say that's not saying very much but I feel that NBA Live 09 plays a good game of basketball and remains customisable enough to give satisfactory results to a good number of even the geekiest of us. I'm sure not everyone will agree, but I really like this year's game.
NBA Live 365 has been a bit of a mixed bag so far. In terms of providing us with the latest lineups and DNA updates, it's been working fairly well after that initial hiccup (which was pretty unfortunate for EA as I'd say it lost them some face given the hype surrounding 365) but even so it hasn't been all smooth sailing. As of today, all newly added players have correct bio data (instead of all being 6'6") but those corrections have come a littler slower than expected and there are still database issues with Oklahoma City's team name and the previous season records for the Bulls and Bobcats. I understand those issues are known and should be fixed up though. The real injury status aspect of the updates had good intentions but is totally unsuitable for Dynasty play, I hope they correct that in future updates as well. I still think 365 is a worthwhile feature and far superior to the official roster updates in previous years but those issues really do need to be ironed out.
In short, I remain impressed and find myself enjoying the game, as well as hoping that the hinted at return to PC will involve a port of this version and not the broken down game that PS2 users are getting. 365 still needs polishing up but I remain optimistic that it will fulfil its potential in the long run.