NBA Live 14

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
43

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 25
  3. Negative: 15 out of 25
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    Nov 27, 2013
    60
    The problem is justifying an NBA Live 14 purchase when NBA 2K14 is on store shelves. As a newbie, I had fun with NBA 2k14, but I didn’t have nearly as much fun with NBA Live 14.
  2. Game Revolution
    Nov 25, 2013
    60
    In its return, NBA Live 14 helps kick off what there is to come for next-gen gaming, but as a representation for sports brands, it’s not the best outing.
  3. Digital Chumps
    Nov 19, 2013
    60
    NBA Live ’14’s dribbling mechanics (bounceTek) is done well, but the rest of the game needs some work. Bad A.I., dragging controls and subpar next generation looks really don’t do much for a series trying to make a comeback.
  5. Gameplanet
    Jan 6, 2014
    55
    NBA Live 14 delivers an unambitious, sporadically exciting basketball simulation held back by its slavish adherence to replicating the televised game.
  6. Game Over Online
    Dec 20, 2013
    55
    I can’t recommend that you go out and buy this game.
  7. 3DJuegos
    Dec 2, 2013
    55
    After several years away, NBA Live returns to the playground with a so-so basketball simulator experience. Half-baked gameplay mechanics and different technical issues ruined the overall experience.
  8. Hardcore Gamer
    Dec 1, 2013
    50
    After such a long absence, this is a disappointing effort to say the least. EA has promised that they will remedy many of the predominately visual issues that plague it, but until that or a drastic price drop occurs, there’s simply no reason to own NBA Live 14 with NBA 2K14 in existence.
  9. DarkZero
    Nov 25, 2013
    50
    Sorry kid – maybe next year.
  10. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Nov 20, 2013
    50
    NBA Live 14 isn’t a broken or unplayable game, it’s just not in the same league as the 2K series yet.
  11. GamesRadar+
    Nov 19, 2013
    50
    The on-court gameplay doesn't look very next-gen-like, especially when compared to its NBA 2K14 counterpart.

Awards & Rankings

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#27 Best PS4 Game of 2013
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#19 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2013
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#20 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2013

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User Score
2.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 176 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 176
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 176
  3. Negative: 130 out of 176
  1. EverydayIDecay
    Nov 21, 2013
    1
    Don't waste your money. This should actually be a free to play game! That's how awful it is. Even then it would seem like EA is trying to AllDon't waste your money. This should actually be a free to play game! That's how awful it is. Even then it would seem like EA is trying to All it's got going for it is Ultimate Team but Next Gen 2k has already taken care of that with MyTeam upgrades. Should had been scrapped just like there last effort. The low reviews are dead on. Don't get me wrong I am one of the people who play Live '95, '96, '97, '99, & 2000. In a way wanted a 2nd great basketball sim, but Live is a thing of the past. EA trading garbage for cash again. Thought they'd learn there lesson.… Full Review »
  2. RedSumo
    Nov 19, 2013
    2
    Played this at a friends house, couldn't believe how terrible it actually was. Anyone who says different is either trolling or desperatelyPlayed this at a friends house, couldn't believe how terrible it actually was. Anyone who says different is either trolling or desperately trying to justify their purchase. 2K is where it's at, period.… Full Review »
  3. andthereitis
    Nov 19, 2013
    8
    I just played this game for about 2 hours.... Unlike the so called reviewers, if you know how to play basketball you can appreciate the game.I just played this game for about 2 hours.... Unlike the so called reviewers, if you know how to play basketball you can appreciate the game. I really like it. I wish there could be more, and there are a lot of areas it needs to get better... but dont listen to all the haters on EA. its a good game and so far the one that comes closet to actual basketball. Its worthy. Nice to have competition again.… Full Review »
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