#basketball games

[retrogamingloft]

NBA Showtime: NBA on NBC is often hailed as a spiritual successor to the iconic basketball games NBA Jam and NBA Hangtime, both of which were crafted by Midway. These titles share common gameplay mechanics, featuring exaggerated dunks, brisk action, and an overall more laid-back and entertaining approach to basketball.

Everything looks perfect on paper, but I can't help wondering where the competitiveness is. I mean, I've basically said the same thing about the game's console versions, and I'll say it again for the original: this title lacks depth, and more involved gameplay would have been highly appreciated.

Twenty-four years have passed since its release, and I find myself contemplating how a highly anticipated game like this could be made so accessible, rendering its gameplay virtually non-existent. Upon revisiting the game after twenty-one years, it took me merely half a quarter to reacquaint myself and effortlessly secure a victory on my first try.

While defending poses some challenges, the real perplexity lies in the offensive aspect. I found myself able to execute virtually anything I desired; I missed only a handful of 3-point shots, and I was thwarted occasionally. Trailing throughout the entire game did not concern me in the least; I was confident in my eventual triumph.

The redeeming quality of the versus mode does little to alleviate my disappointment—why should I need another player to enjoy the game? Especially when, back then, a single game cost as much as 4 credits, four times that of the majority of other arcade titles.

In conclusion, no elaborate final thoughts seem necessary; the last paragraph succinctly conveys my sentiments. It stands as a significant letdown with nothing more to add, a disappointment of considerable magnitude.

Fun Fact: the game was also included in a dual cabinet alongside NFL Blitz 2000, which Midway called the "SportStation." That’s the version I’m playing now.

[smbhax]

Simple 1500 Series Vol.30: The Basket ~ 1 on 1 Plus ~ (PS1)

Session: https://youtu.be/VsIYKtgmqDM

Concept, character designs and illustrations by "Slam Dunk" and "Vagabond" manga artist Takehiko Inoue.

Really fun game--my favorite basketball game ^ _^

[alln64games]

NBA Jam 99

NA release: 3rd December 1998

PAL release: December 1998

JP release: N/A

Developer: Iguana

Publisher: Acclaim

N64 Magazine Score: 83%

After playing a few Basketball games on the N64, I don’t think that the proper rules of basketball translate very well to a video game. It’s focuses on blocking with any attempt to get the ball off an opponent counting as a foul. The standard mode of NBA Jam is not much fun.

Luckily, NBA Jam has a second mode (called Jam) that allows for a more arcade-like experience and the ability to tackle.

This mode is a lot more enjoyable, although not without major flaws. You can keep doing the same tactics again and again to score hoops, and the game seems to be aware this and comes up with its own solution to balance this: CPU players will score almost every time they try to score, while players you control will miss. A lot. Even if they’re on their own right next to the hoop.

NBA Jam is a competent sports game, with a couple of extra minigames also thrown in, but it doesn’t reach the level of NBA Courtside.

And then there’s the Jam mode, which has made the basketball videogame what it is today. Acclaim’s version isn’t as ‘crazee’ as others, but there’s still infinitely more fun to be had here than in ‘Simulation’ mode, or in NBA Hangtime.

- Mark Green, N64 Magazine #24

Remake or remaster?

There are better sports games to focus on.

Official Ways to get the game

There is no official way to get NBA Jam 99

[jakebuggthings]

[z2z-gaming-and-random-art-ai]

Console Sports Games of 1994 - Bouncers

Bouncers is a Basketball game with a difference, unlike traditional basketball games that are usually 5v5 or 2v2 for the likes of NBA Jam. Bouncers is a 1v1 basketball game with players using their opponents to bounce off of them in order to gain enough height to reach the basket, additional powerups and powerdowns periodically appear to also assist or hinder you, as well as for scoring additional points.

Bouncers was released for the Sega CD in 1994 and released exclusively in the US. Developed by Dynamix and published by Sega, Bouncers was the only entry in this interesting take on the sport.

1. Intro 00:00 2. Gameplay 00:15 3. Outro 10:55

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[confessionsofanarcadeaddict]

Episode 77 – Walking… no.. Driving On The Moon!

Greetings, and welcome to Episode 77! In this one, Brian reviews another arcade, breaks down a top ten list, and finishes up with a breakdown on Moon Patrol!

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[hardcoregamer]

Review: NBA 2K25

The return of MyGM really only brings in additional dialogue and the office building, but the overall experience remains the same. This can also be said with the presentation aspect, which feels like it's just going through the motions at this point. Most importantly, NBA 2K25 is a lot of fun and a great basketball experience to play with friends and experience the current and past NBA.

Keep reading!

[drdisasterarts]

stardust to stardust // inspiration -> "The Kiss" by Gustav Klimt

edit: reblogs r appreciated plsplspls😖💕‼️

[retrogamingloft]

Double Dribble for the Game Boy, released in 1991 by Konami, is a scaled-down version of the popular basketball game originally made for arcades and later the NES. The Game Boy version retains the essence of basketball gameplay, allowing players to engage in 5-on-5 matches with mechanics like passing, shooting, and performing slam dunks. Despite the hardware limitations of the Game Boy, it manages to keep the gameplay relatively smooth and engaging for a handheld experience.

One of the standout features, much like in the NES version, is the inclusion of animated cutscenes for slam dunks. These cutscenes, while simplified to fit the Game Boy's technical capabilities, still add a dynamic visual flair to the game. This element helped keep the Game Boy version recognizable and connected to the original versions, which were famous for these moments of in-game spectacle.

Overall, while the visuals are basic, the mechanics are simplified and the controls can feel a bit limited - especially due to the Nintendo handheld console's small screen - it remains a nostalgic title for basketball fans seeking quick, accessible gameplay on the go.

[smbhax]

1 on 1 (PS1)

Illustration of Kirin by Takehiko Inoue

[alln64games]

Fox Sports College Hoops ’99

NA release: 23rd November 1998

JP release: N/A

PAL release: N/A

Developer: Z-Axis

Publisher: Fox Sports

N64 Magazine Score: 25%

Instead of opting for the fully professional basketball teams, Fox Sports instead went to the various colleges and universities to include their teams (but the players are all fictional). I personally find college sports being watched nationwide to be a bit of an odd thing, but it’s very popular in America.

College Hoops starts out with some extremely epic menu music, which is far too good for the game. Once you get past the menu and into the game, the only good part of the game – that music – is completely over and all you’re left with is the mess.

The game itself is hideous, each player looks out of proportion in a different way and you have an ugly wall of a crowd to look at. The gameplay doesn’t fare much better as it’s slow and unresponsive. Defending barely works and anything I tried resulted in a foul, I had much better luck by simply not taking control of any of the defending players.

You can hold the Z button to bring up button prompts to throw the ball to specific players, but when none of them get into good positions, the ability is wasted. I really struggled to get the ball through the hoop, with it bouncing so often or the opposing players forming a brick wall, so I could completely trashed.

College Hoops is definitely one of the worst sports games on the N64 so far.

All of which leaves you wishing you could be doing just about anything other than playing this pile of complete and utter dross. Falling down a flight of stairs, cracking your head open on an icy pavement, vomiting copiously into your lap, anything. Frankly, Fox College Hoops is the worst basketball game in the world.

- Tim Weaver, N64 Magazine #26

Remake or remaster?

This adds nothing to the genre.

Official Ways to get the game

There is no official way to get Fox Sports College Hoops

[tuckeralexander2001]

“I see myself as a mascot for the kids who get beat down and don’t feel like they belong.” - Unknown

[lemonteaandsugarcookies]

There is absolutely a game where Neil gets slammed into the wall and it dislocates his shoulder, except that the force at which he then hits the court floor is so much that he cleanly gets it popped back in and then he's up like a shot as if nothing happened and all the foxes are just :O and Neil is like :|

And Andrew is in goal just pointing to the court doors with his racket just >:| and Neil slinks out to let Abby look at his shoulder.

[namt]

How to Play HORSE (And My Favorite Moves)

HORSE is one of the most popular schoolyard basketball games. It’s an excellent test for your creativity and skills. Here’s how to play the game and some moves I like. He was down to his final letter and I was about to win for the first time. I had to get creative and think of a move he couldn’t do.  “What are his weaknesses?” I thought to myself. “Ah, he’s bad at bank shots.” But I couldn’t do…

[allbasketballcontents]

Game Highlights between team Black and Red

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