I bought NBA Live '03 after '04 didn't work right on my laptop (too slow loading times). Having played NBA Live '03 and '04, I don't think there's really much difference, at least in gameplay. I REALLY like the smooth moves from the players, especially in dunks and such. You can tell it was definitely better done than NBA Live 2001 was. I like the play-by-play, the newer guy is definitely better than Reggie Theis or whoever did NBA Live 2k1. The graphics are awesome, pretty realistic-looking. Definitely good enough for me, personally. My only problem with gameplay is rebounds; I just can't seem to get any offensive rebounds after missed shots! Don't know what the problem is there. A great game overall!
Since the 1995 iteration, EA's NBA Live series has been the only consistent PC basketball franchise. Although they skipped 2002, EA has revamped NBA Live 2003 for the PC, and it turns out to be a fun, fast paced, arcade... Read Full Review
I'm not impressed with the same gameplay and nothings change much from its latest prequel (NBA LIVE 2001) Yeah what do expect, dribble the ball to the other court, pass then shoot. Its your average basketball game jus... Read Full Review
