NBA Live 06

 Xbox 360
Metascore
64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 35
  3. Negative: 3 out of 35
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  1. PGNx Media
    83
    It’s definitely recommended if you didn’t pick up the game for current-generation consoles.
  2. TeamXbox
    81
    With smoother animation transitions, a better framerate, and a tad more pace, NBA Live 06 will look silly-good, as the rendering and motion capture is already there.
  3. GamePro
    80
    Looks sexy and plays like pro, but it's just not the polished veteran that you've come to expect with PS2 and Xbox. At least it's clear to see that with a little more seasoning, this game should be in fighting shape next year.
  5. My Gamer
    80
    There is a lot of replay value simply because it’s a good sports game, but the lack of 3-point and dunking contests does hurt it a bit.
  6. 1UP
    75
    There's nothing at all safe about this game, and as a result the finished product is raw, unpolished and lacking depth -- but it's also one of the most "next-gen" and exciting games you can play right now on 360.
  7. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    75
    On the sports side of things, this baller is hands-down the most visually stunning game at the 360 launch. Actually, it's the only one that truly looks "next-gen."

Awards & Rankings

30
#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2005
20
#20 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2005

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User Score
5.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 19
  3. Negative: 6 out of 19
  1. anthonybobby
    Aug 3, 2021
    0
    JeffA What drugs are you on? This game's trash on the 360. ''Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics'' Because they'reJeffA What drugs are you on? This game's trash on the 360. ''Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics'' Because they're more fun than this crap. ''There is no way any user should rate this game under 7.'' Yes they should. It's your opinion. But others don't like it. ''I doubt they even own the game'' Many won't even get the game, dork boy. Game is trash and JeffA, stop being an idiot and stop liking this game.… Full Review »
  2. BryanMcCann
    Nov 5, 2007
    0
    Jeff A is so a Ea emploey. did you even look at steve Nash I call that crap. and the game play is just crap two buttons one for dunks otherJeff A is so a Ea emploey. did you even look at steve Nash I call that crap. and the game play is just crap two buttons one for dunks other for shot crap! and people who should make shots don't. just don't get this and what I hear is 07 and 08 are just as bad. I wise sega aka 2k would get the NBA liccense just like Ea got the NFl. then we would not have to play crap like this. Ea is good at madden, 2k is good at basketball and baseball. so EA quite making basketball games!… Full Review »
  3. JeffA.
    Jul 4, 2006
    10
    Graphics that are so good it's like watching NBA on TV. Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics. The control, Graphics that are so good it's like watching NBA on TV. Why spend money on an Xbox 360 to play last generation graphics. The control, commentary and sound as top notch. There is no way any user should rate this game under 7. I doubt they even own the game. Superb game. Get it.… Full Review »
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