NBA Jam: On Fire Edition

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Play UK
    Dec 1, 2011
    64
    Aside from some ramped-up AI, there isn't much depth here to differentiate one match from another. [Issue#212, p.103]
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Awards & Rankings

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#51 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#66 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
  1. Aronos
    Oct 20, 2011
    9
    This game really brought me back to the 16 bit days, when performing high altitude dunks meant something than just winning the game.
    This    This game really brought me back to the 16 bit days, when performing high altitude dunks meant something than just winning the game.
    This game is a much needed break from regular sport titles that try to be too simulation-like, and offers an altenative to when having fun can come from just about anything and anywhere.
    I was going to purchase the Wii version, but when I heard this title would be coming out, I waited to see just what it actually includes, in case it wasn't just a nerfed version of the retail copy.
    First, this game doesn't have the "Remix Mode" or boss battles that the retail version does. However this one is only $15 and includes; enhanced gameplay, better AI, improved online features, XP, unlockables, and challenges, and improved rosters.
    This game provides hours and hours or fantastic gameplay, audio, and more. Playing the game with co-op is even better imo, because you can pull off ridiculous moves and unlock tons of content.
    One main reason I see people picking up this version is for the better online. Out of the many games I played, I think I only had like 2-3 that were laggy. Even if you play offline games, you will still be able to earn xp, purchase teams, players, and other stuff, and get the whole experience, minus a few "Arena" challenges.
    Overall, this game is well worth the price to play it, and if the game has DLC or updates down the road, I probably would have no problem paying for those as well. Yes the people who bought the retail version might feel a little bit ripped off, but I urge anyone familiar with NBA Jam or any arcade sports games to give it a shot.
    I'm rating this game a 9/10. As it is very close to being perfect. The reason it's not a 10 is because they removed the "Remix Mode" and boss battles, which imo would have added even more gameplay and hours to the game.    … Full Review »
  2. horne242
    Oct 21, 2011
    10
    I can't remember when I had this much fun with a bball game. oh, wait, I can: genesis/megadrive era. not only does this game clear up some ofI can't remember when I had this much fun with a bball game. oh, wait, I can: genesis/megadrive era. not only does this game clear up some of the minor concerns of its parent property, it is also a strong contender for the most fun I've had with a sports title. oh, and It's incredible value. must have.… Full Review »
  3. thepatient613
    Feb 16, 2016
    9
    This is NBA Jam alright. I'm not a sports game kind of guy but did I ever play the heck out of NBA Jam on the Genesis. I remember the daysThis is NBA Jam alright. I'm not a sports game kind of guy but did I ever play the heck out of NBA Jam on the Genesis. I remember the days where I would set the timer to extra-slow and still beat the living crap out of the other team on extra-hard. With the new installment you can forget about going trough the game so easily, which is exactly what it needed to do in order to make the transition into this generation. I never expected such a smooth transition but this game delivered on nearly every aspect and blows my nostalgic mind away! I can only hope to see new installments in the future.… Full Review »
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