75
Simple, straightforward fun. [Dec 2002, p.70]
83
The bottom line is that EA has made nothing but vast improvements with this version of the NBA Live series.
70
Live 2003’s identity crisis and average-at-best graphics are inexcusable. It belongs next to “ShootOut 2003” in the rental bin while “NBA 2K3” spins happily ever after.
8
Dunks areSUPER satisfying - as are the blocked shots. I still think NBA Street Vol. 2 is the best basketball game I’ve ever played, but this is also great. It’s very fluid and easy to control. I like the 1 on 1 game mode. It’s a great game for the time it came out!
8
First ever NBA game i have played. Good memories. Also the game were quite nice.
10
Best game with the best players and the best soundtrack. The best basketball video game of all time
NBA Live 2003
PlayStation 2
Released On:
Oct 8, 2002
Metascore
Generally Favorable
83
User score
Generally Favorable
7.7
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
83
86% Positive
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100
Debuting in this '03 renewal is the EA Sports "freestyle" control. Wihout question, it WILL change the way you play basketball games...forever. [Nov 2002, p.88]
88
A game for those who don't mind sacrificing some realism for a more exciting experience. [Nov 2002, p.119]
User score
Generally Favorable
7.7
68% Positive
13 Ratings
13 Ratings
26% Mixed
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Mar 14, 2021
10
Best game with the best players and the best soundtrack. The best basketball video game of all time
Dec 23, 2024
8
Dunks areSUPER satisfying - as are the blocked shots. I still think NBA Street Vol. 2 is the best basketball game I’ve ever played, but this is also great. It’s very fluid and easy to control. I like the 1 on 1 game mode. It’s a great game for the time it came out!
85
For pick-up-and-play fun, NBA Live 2003 simply can not be beat.
83
The bottom line is that EA has made nothing but vast improvements with this version of the NBA Live series.
80
Sim fans will be disappointed with the under-powered defense, but for twitch players, NBA Live 2003 is a dream come true.
75
Simple, straightforward fun. [Dec 2002, p.70]
50
It’s hard to diss a game that looks so realistic (Iverson’s still rocking ’rows), but there’s just something wrong when the only way to stop anyone from driving to the bucket is by taking away their keys to the stadium.
Apr 1, 2024
8
First ever NBA game i have played. Good memories. Also the game were quite nice.
SummaryRevolutionary Hand Control: Unprecedented control over both hands lets you make lightning-quick steals, monster shot blocks, and crossover dribbles. NBA Speed, NBA Power: Hundreds of new animations, including new signature moves. "D Up": Amazing control and new shot blocking animations bring defense to life. Real NBA Coaches: All the NBA... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- PlayStation 2
- PlayStation
- PC
- GameCube
- Xbox
Initial Release Date:Oct 8, 2002
Developer:
- EA Canada
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