NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3

Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

Plays alot better than NBA Live 08 (not hard to mind) the balls feels more solid. Running and EVERYTHING is better.

Graphics are nowhere near as good as EA's effort, the mascots look eerily realistic though.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

i hope thursday's ps store update brings the 2k8 demo. if not i will HATE sony... but only until the game comes out. lol
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

I'll be getting live this year. NBA 2k8 just handled akwardly and doesn't feel like YOu have any control. Motion capture animations are not branched to well in nba 2k8 either.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

Also about graphics, NBA Live is better on the court, but this year NBA2K has great atmosphere around it, fans are moving around, cheerleaders, mascots, you can bump into the referee or against the coaches in the sidelines, so many little things. It's great.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

NBA 2K8 SoundTrack

J Dilla feat. Q-Tip & Talib Kweli "Lightworks"
J Dilla feat. Common "E=MC2
Run-DMC "Sucka MC's"
Stone Roses "Fool's Gold"
Breakestra "Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2"
Fishbone "Skankin to the Beat"
Tommy Guerrero "Molotov Telegram"
Percee P "Throwback Rap Attack"
Quasimoto "Chrome Dreams"
Devo "Through Being Cool"
Quantic "When You're Through"
J. Rocc "Cold Heat Megamix"
Cut Chemist "Bunky's Pick"
Billy Ball & The Upsetters "Tighten Up Tighter"
The Highlighters Band "Funky 16 Corners"
A Guy Called Gerald "Hurry to Go Easy"
Sonic Trip "Energy Play"
Baron Zen "Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)"
Finley Quaye "Ultra Stimulation"
G-Love & Special Sauce "Shooting Hoops"
Ernie & The Topnotes "Dap Walk"
The Fabulous Jades "Cold Heat"
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

Loved Nba 2k7 despite it's flaws and bugs.

Will definately probably pick this up.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 1st REVIEW IN!

1st REVIEW IN!

The reigning hoops champ hasn’t taken any time off to enjoy its success, and the result is the continuation of a basketball dynasty that rivals the likes of Bird’s Celtics and Jordan’s Bulls.

In many ways, NBA 2K8 is a hardcore hardwood fan’s dream. If you’re into running and gunning, you’re probably better off playing NBA Live; this is a thinking man’s game. With its retooled AI, you must mix up defenses, feed your hot shooters, and run effective offensive plays to win. Keep dishing to a cold shooter, spend too much time in isolation offense, or stay in man-to-man defense all game and you’re in for a long night. The new AI is so cutthroat that newcomers may find the gameplay too brutal. You will pay for leaving stars open, and role players can also burn you when left unguarded. Holding an opposing team to under 50 percent shooting on the pro difficulty setting may be a goal in and of itself for newbies.

Thankfully, the game features great court controls to counter the tough opposition. The dribbling mechanic is best in class, the new off-the-ball controls allow you to set up quick plays without the hassle of running complicated set pieces, and the hot zone icon will help you find your players’ sweet spots. The only snag in the action is the quirky post play, which isn’t as versatile or easy to master as NBA Live’s system.

NBA 2K8 ditches the 24/7 mode in favor of the new NBA Blacktop mode, which features a slam dunk contest, three-point shootout, and pickup games with hoops stars and celebrities. The Association is back and is still the deepest franchise mode you’ll find. This year focuses on managing team personalities. Your coaching and front office decisions will affect how players feel about the organization. This turn can affect team chemistry, your ability to resign players, and your attractiveness to free agents.

While NBA 2K8 may have some kinks to work out in its post game, it’s still the best basketball sim on the market.

8.25
CONCEPT:
Rework last year’s best hoops game to challenge gamers with the toughest basketball AI known to man.

GRAPHICS:
The new animation system is fantastic, but the player models look jaggy and awkward when standing still.

SOUND:
A lively crowd and the great voice of Kevin Harlan immerse you in the basketball experience.

PLAYABILITY:
The dribbling control is unrivaled, but the low-post game gets called for three in the key.

ENTERTAINMENT:
The deep Association mode and online leagues should give ballers hours of hoops enjoyment.

REPLAY:
High

IGN, Gamespot reviews should be soon, there reviews will be more in depth.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 1st REVIEW IN!

Lucky you
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - IGN REVIEW IN!

NBA 2K8 Review
Not a slam dunk.

Closing Comments

In many ways, NBA 2K8 is an improved game on the court. But there are a lot of minor issues that really drag it down. Over the course of my first dozen games, I was in love. But as the season wore on, the issues began piling up to a point that it became a source of frustration. The Lock-on D gaff is inexcusable and the lackluster defensive AI allows decent players to tear it up on offense. Jason Williams should not be dropping 30 points a game. Yet he won the MVP in year two of my franchise. Still, any hoops fan should give NBA 2K8 a look. It's certainly the best basketball game on any system this year. The Association is a solid franchise mode and, if VC can iron out its AI and gameplay issues, next year's model could be something very special.

8.0 Presentation
The post-game replay options are ridiculous. Everything else is fairly standard, but solid nonetheless.

7.5 Graphics
The new animations are good. Though the details are better than 2K7, there's still a lot wrong this year. The faces, in particular, are gnarly.

8.0 Sound
Solid play-by-play and an intelligent crowd make for a strong experience. More on-the-court jibber-jabber couldn't hurt.

7.5 Gameplay
There are some really great things this year, but most are countered by new (and old) issues. The Lock-On D function can turn most centers into perimeter defenders and the AI is only good on offense.

8.5 Lasting Appeal
The excellent Association mode is complimented with online tournaments and leagues, enough to keep you playing NBA 2K8 through the season.

7.9
Good OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - 360 DEMO now available!

ThomasGOAL said:
NBA 2K8 SoundTrack

J Dilla feat. Q-Tip & Talib Kweli "Lightworks"
J Dilla feat. Common "E=MC2
Run-DMC "Sucka MC's"
Stone Roses "Fool's Gold"
Breakestra "Getcho Soul Together Pt. 2"
Fishbone "Skankin to the Beat"
Tommy Guerrero "Molotov Telegram"
Percee P "Throwback Rap Attack"
Quasimoto "Chrome Dreams"
Devo "Through Being Cool"
Quantic "When You're Through"
J. Rocc "Cold Heat Megamix"
Cut Chemist "Bunky's Pick"
Billy Ball & The Upsetters "Tighten Up Tighter"
The Highlighters Band "Funky 16 Corners"
A Guy Called Gerald "Hurry to Go Easy"
Sonic Trip "Energy Play"
Baron Zen "Turn Around (Peanut Butter Wolf Instrumental Mix)"
Finley Quaye "Ultra Stimulation"
G-Love & Special Sauce "Shooting Hoops"
Ernie & The Topnotes "Dap Walk"
The Fabulous Jades "Cold Heat"
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i've never heard of ANY of those artists!

...apart from run DMC!

edit: and the stone roses...
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - IGN REVIEW IN!

Now I have to wait till the 26th.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - GAMESPOT REVIEW IN!

Despite a few nagging issues, NBA 2K8 is a fantastic basketball game packed to the brim with features and game modes.

8.5

The Good

* New signature style moves look amazing
* CPU plays smart and is challenging but fair
* Slam dunk contest is a fun addition
* Lots of online options
* Tons of ways to stay busy.

The Bad

* Too many missed layups
* Awful instructions make it tough to learn new moves
* Menus are still a chore to navigate.

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Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - GAMESPOT REVIEW IN!

Do you have the game now?

I cant wait to hear what he has to say about Live 08.
 
Re: NBA 2K8 - 360, PS3 - GAMESPOT REVIEW IN!

ya i got it over the weekend.

its a good game, definitely better than 2k7. its a shame though cause it seems like 2k couldve done a much better job imo.
 
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