NBA LIVE 15: PS$ and XB1 released

Finally some new info about the game besides ratings.

[h2]Modes in NBA LIVE 15[/h2]
Posted October 10th at 9:00pm.

Sup, NBA LIVE  fans. As we get closer to launch day on October 28, we wanted to dive into some of the improvements we’ve made to the modes in NBA LIVE 15.

ONLINE MODES

Being connected with friends and the real-world NBA is a huge part of our philosophy. There’s nothing better than sinking a jumper in a friend’s face during an Online match – so providing a stable, always-on connection is key.

With EA SPORTS’ best-in-class online technology, players will never miss a beat online with friends and the NBA. Server stability is a top priority for us, and NBA LIVE 15 will certainly deliver the goods #LIVEallSeason long. We have our finger on the pulse of the NBA everyday – serving up Daily Challenges and Experiences that reflect what goes on in the real world.

HEAD-TO-HEAD SEASONS

This mode is built around Head-to-Head gameplay and bragging rights. Work to advance from League 1 to League 10, playing games against rivals and friends along the way. Rack up wins to level up and compete with the big boys. Dominate here, and you will be in a league of your own.

BEST-OF-SEVEN

What’s better than the Playoffs? Well, the NBA Finals, of course. This mode is built around inviting friends to play in a Best-of-Seven series. Overall record is tracked between friends to prove who the best NBA LIVE player is in your crew.

JORDAN RISING STAR

Create your dream NBA player and rise through the ranks from hot rookie to legendary status in JORDAN Rising Star.

This year introduces more options than ever to create and customize your star, as well as multiple play styles to play the game your way. 

Jump into the JORDAN Rising Star game to prove your skills and improve draft stock. After reaching the NBA, players must do whatever it takes to prove they belong on their way to legendary status.

The Take Flight Showcase Game also features an authentic JORDAN Court.

ENHANCED CREATE-A-PLAYER EXPERIENCE

Choose from 13 position/play style combinations, with the option to mimic a JORDAN athlete’s play style for a skill boost

The old adage “look good, play good” is true here. Players can select from new authentic performance and Retro JORDAN footwear. There are more than 20 new shoes in NBA LIVE 15, with more added when available throughout the season.

Players can also influence draft night decisions by selecting their desired team.

NEW PRESENTATION

Rising Star Mode includes tutorial videos featuring JORDAN athletes, as well as a voiceover from former NBA All-Star Jalen Rose.

NEW IN-GAME PERFORMANCE GRADING SYSTEM

Players from all 13 play styles have their own evaluation and scoring system. NBA LIVE 15 includes more than 85 gradable on-court actions, up from just 22 in NBA LIVE 14.

You’ll be graded on not just points, rebounds, and assists, but for playing smart team ball within your squad’s system.

Climb the depth chart and earn more minutes based on these in-game grades.

IMPROVED DRAFT LOGIC

Take the Showcase Game seriously, as it plays a major role into your draft stock.

On NBA Draft night, selections and trades from real life will be reflected in-game.

IMPROVED SKILL POINT PROGRESSION

Level-up within your organization, and earn more playing time by moving to a new role within the team.

Earn Skill Points by unlocking career achievements and milestones, and follow your progress in the all-new Milestones and Accomplishments screens.



A new Player Growth screen notifies you of important decisions or accomplishments, and new gameplay cameras give you a perfect view of the action.

LIVE SEASON

Thanks to continued Synergy Sports integration, last year’s fan-favorite mode is bigger and better with new challenges, new features and new ways to play.

Jump into Hot Spot challenges to not only replicate real-world performance, but also nail the same shots in the same situations as players in the real NBA.

NBA Rewind returns to NBA LIVE 15, letting players relive each night’s games immediately after they happen. This year, players can jump into the game at any point to either replicate history or change it.

JUMP-IN EA REWIND GAMES

Choose any minute of any game and jump right into the action with accurate per-minute stats, lineups and player tendencies.

Goals, objective and XP dynamically adjust based on the game’s selected starting point, resulting in thousands of unique challenges by the end of the season.

HOT SPOT CHALLENGES

Hot Spot Challenges are a new twist that require you to hit a shot from every place on the court that a player or team did in real life.

When Carmelo Anthony has a huge quarter and goes off for 10 field goals, you’ll have to make the same shots he made from the same spots on the floor. 

BIG MOMENT CHALLENGES

New Rewrite History Big Moments take a departure from reality by dropping players into a pivotal real-life scenario.

Remember when LeBron James went down with cramps in Game 1 of the NBA Finals? You’ll have the chance to play as the Heat and try to overcome the Spurs without your best player.

STREAK CHALLENGES

Another new challenge type to look for in Big Moments is “Scoring Streaks.” It isn’t only about scoring but also playing tough defense, as you look to score consecutive points with a player or a team.

These Big Moments capture those “on fire” performances when a player or team takes over the game and goes on an unanswered scoring spree.

All of this new content - combined with more than 70 challenge types from NBA LIVE 14 - provides thousands of unique experiences.

Be on the lookout everyday as new challenges will be posted for EVERY NBA game, making this the most connected and relevant mode in sports gaming.

adidas LEARN LIVE

Get familiar with the controls and movement in NBA LIVE 15 with the brand new adidas Learn LIVE gym.

The NBA LIVE team listened to fan feedback from last year, and wanted to make sure players got a feel for the controls before hopping into a game.

As soon as you boot up NBA LIVE 15, cover athlete Damian Lillard walks players through various drills and exercises, teaching everything from a Jump Shot to a Euro Step.

The Drills are broken up into the following areas:
- The Basics
- Dribbling
- Passing
- Scoring
- Post Game

We’ve also added standalone Shootaround and Scrimmage options within Practice mode – allowing you to pick your favorite NBA team and hit the court in 1-on-0, 1-on-1, or full 5-on-5 scenarios.

DYNASTY

There’s no better feeling than building a team from the ground up dominating the league. In addition to the on-court action, you can also trade, set goals and manage your squad exactly how you want over a 30-year term.

Dynasty is more flexible than ever in NBA LIVE 15, with new simulation options that let fast-forward and jump in at critical moments during crunch time. The future of the team is under your control.

NEW PLAY-BY-PLAY SIMULATION

Jump in at any point during the simulation while observing live stats and shot charts. Real-time prompts will appear, allowing players to hop back into the game at the game’s critical moment.

IMPROVED SIMULATION STATS

Simulation stats have been improved from top to bottom, with both team and player stats matching the ranges seen in the real NBA. During simulations, ratings matter more than ever.

Field goal percentage and three-point percentage are both more tuned with real-life. Gone are the days of 40+ point blowouts all over the league.

Stats aren’t the only thing being tuned. Minutes are allocated more realistically, allowing you to effectively manage playing time like the defending NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs.

IMPROVED FREE AGENT LOGIC

Free agency is also more realistic. Older superstars will receive big contracts, while role players and low OVR players no longer ask for top dollar.

IMPROVED TRADE LOGIC

Stars are everything in the NBA, and they’re everything in NBA LIVE 15 Dynasty Mode. The game’s best players will longer bounce around the league, as teams will do everything they can to protect them.

Teams are also more intelligent about upgrading weak spots in their lineup, and are more focused on building a better starting lineup as opposed to stocking up on one position.

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

As in real life, players peak in their late 20s, but are capable of playing at high levels into their 30s. Different ratings improve and decline in separate yet realistic ways

IMPROVED NBA SCHEDULE GENERATION

Schedules are more realistic this year, as the team has addressed massive 8+ game road trips, as well as long home stands.

SIMULATION INJURY TYPES

Injury chances closer mimic the NBA, as serious injuries have been tuned down for the bumps, bruises, and soreness that classify the grind of an 82-game schedule.



LIVE ULTIMATE TEAM

More info is coming. Check back soon!

As you can see, attention has been paid to ALL game modes in NBA LIVE 15. See the improvements for yourself on October 28.

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[h2]Team Ratings in NBA LIVE 15[/h2]
Posted October 11th at 8:28pm.

With NBA LIVE 15 Player Ratings wrapped up, it's time to take a look at the team-by-team ratings.

Storylines abound in the Central Division. Can Derrick Rose stay healthy and lead his hometown team to the Finals? Or will LeBron James’ Cleveland homecoming culminate in a championship parade?

PHILADELPHIA 76ERS
15TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The Sixers are continuing their lengthy rebuild, and won't get much from first-round selections Joel Embiid (injury) and Dario Saric (overseas). Reasons for optimism? The development of Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams, and long-awaited debut of Nerlens Noel.

BOSTON CELTICS
13TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

While the future of All-Star point guard Rajon Rondo hangs in the balance, the Celtics drafted his possible heir apparent in Marcus Smart. The rebuild continues in Boston, but second-year head coach Brad Stevens seems up for the task.

MILWAUKEE BUCKS
12TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The Bucks welcome Jason Kidd into the mix, and have an intriguing young roster for him to work with. Jabari Parker seems destined for stardom, and could form an exciting trio with Larry Sanders and Giannis “Greek Freak” Antetokounmpo.

INDIANA PACERS
11TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The Pacers were expected to take a step back after losing Lance Stephenson, but their season has since been thrown into disarray following the injury to Paul George. Indiana will need to ride the West/Hibbert front line to respectability.

DETROIT PISTONS
10TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The core of Brandon Jennings, Josh Smith, Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond return after a disappointing season. Can new head coach Stan Van Gundy maximize their talent?

BROOKLYN NETS
9TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The Nets will have to replace both their mascot (RIP Brooklyn Knight) and leader in Paul Pierce, who now resides in Washington, D.C. There is stability at head coach, however, as the Nets brought in Lionel Hollins.

NEW YORK KNICKS
8TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The Knicks hope they've secured a bright future by locking up franchise player Carmelo Anthony and inking Derek Fisher to be the new head coach. Look for key contributions from newly-acquired veterans Jose Calderon and Sam Dalembert.

TORONTO RAPTORS
6TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

In DeMar DeRozan and Terrence Ross, the Raptors boast two of the league's most explosive players. The Raptors should be strong again thanks to the extension of Kyle Lowry and continued development of big man Jonas Valanciunas.

CHICAGO BULLS
2ND IN EASTERN CONFERENCE

The long-awaited return of Derrick Rose could spring Chicago all the way to the NBA Finals, health permitting. The Bulls’ offense should benefit greatly from the arrivals of Pau Gasol, Doug McDermott and Nikola Mirotic.

CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
1ST in EASTERN CONFERENCE

He’s back. The return of Lebron James to Cleveland – along with the acquisition of Kevin Love – makes the Cavs the prohibitive favorites in the East. Now they need to prove it.

Next up: the Southeast Division.

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grandtheftbike said:

at them trying to buy time from the set back with these top 5s

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bjamez20 said:

 

grandtheftbike said:

at them trying to buy time from the set back with these top 5s

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They should have at least dropped a demo or something when 2k came out. If it looked good they would have capitalized off 2ks buggy launch

I don't trust these games that get delayed though. All the next gen games that have been delayed have been

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[h2]NBA LIVE 15 Soundtrack - Complete Track Listing[/h2]Posted October 14th at 9:57pm.

Everyone loves to play their basketball in complete silence…said no one ever. That is why we’ve enlisted the help of MICK to help curate the soundtrack for NBA LIVE 15.

Check out the full track/artist listing below, with special writeups on some of the artists to watch. Straight. Fire.

Chuck Inglish - Gametime feat. Action Bronson

"Gametime," is a certified banger from Chuck Inglish's debut solo album "Convertibles," complete with an untouchable guest feature from Action Bronson.

Daytona - Walk Around (Prod. By Harry Fraud)

Daytona recently dropped “The Kid” from the beginning of his name, and our guess is because his sound is grown. Signing with Harry Fraud’s Surf School label was big for his career, and “Walk Around” is one of the tracks that backs that up. 

Flatbush Zombies - My Team Supreme 2.0 feat. Bodega Bamz

These guys have been dropping tons of new material. Teaming up with Bodega Bamz (also featured on the Soundtrack) makes this song an instant fan favorite and offers a steady flow that’s perfect for hooping. 

Phantogram - Black Out Days

This electronic rock duo from NY has built a solid following and great reputation from fans across musical genres. “Black Out Days” is an upbeat, feel-good tune that will have you pushing the ball down the floor in NBA LIVE 15. 

Yonas Michael - Concrete Love (Live at the Velvet Room)

Yonas is a super-talented hip hop mind from LA that used to be in the duo U-N-I. If you’re not a fan yet, you will be after hearing him shut down the Velvet Room.

A-Trak x Milo & Otis - Out The Speakers feat. Rich Kidz

When DJ superhero A-Trak joins forces with vanguard production duo Milo & Otis, you get a crazy bass-thumping result. Adding vocals from ATL’s Rich Kidz gives this track a perfect hoops game vibe.

Bas - Charles De Gaulle To JFK

Bas is a crazy-talented rapper from Queens, NY signed to J. Cole’s Dreamville Records. “Charles De Gaulle To JFK” comes off his debut studio album Last Winter and displays Bas’ signature smooth flow with a somewhat sophisticated feel. Something you’ll really be feeling when you fire up NBA LIVE 15 on a chill Saturday morning.

Bishop Nehru - You Stressin' (Prod. by Disclosure)

If you haven’t heard of Bishop Nehru yet, you definitely will in the coming year. He’s on the verge of breaking out and tracks like “You Stressing” are the reasons why. A hip-hop track produced by Disclosure, who recently gained fame for their global hit “Latch,” fits this game perfectly.

813 - Thank You

Federal Reserve - Still Dipset feat. Cam'ron, A-Trak & Juelz Santana

Bodega Bamz - Young And Livin

Brooke Candy - Opulence

Deluka - Black Magic

Fashawn - Letter F

G-Eazy - Complete

Gent & Jawns - Fireball

J. Sands feat. L.F. Daze - Five To Get Live (NBA LIVE REMIX)

Jeezy - Me Ok

Jeremih - Don’t Tell Em feat. YG

K CAMP - Money Baby feat. Kwony Ca$h

Raz Fresco - Freshest Ever feat. ChillxWill

Rustie - Up Down feat. D Double E

Sir Sly - Inferno

Smif N Wessun - Born and Raised feat. Junior Kelly

TeeFLii - 24 Hours feat. 2 Chainz

Tuki Carter - Yeah

Check out the Soundcloud below to hear the tracks featured in the game.

 

Check out our blogs about MICK’s involvement  in the creation of the soundtrack, as well as a look into the musical side of Cover Athlete Damian Lillard. We're just two weeks from launch...get ready to step on the court on Tuesday, October 28!

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Stay Lurkin said:

Those are smoke screens

We need to see gameplay

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mikejs210 said:

Yeah. Not one damb is given about the soundtrack.

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NobleKane said:

 

mikejs210 said:

Yeah. Not one damb is given about the soundtrack.

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Im an old dude so that soundtrack looks like the ingredients on the back of my doritos bag

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