The entire NBA leaps into your living room!!

     This game totally rocks. Multiple views, realistic depictions of most NBA players, and totally thrilling gameplay made me shudder with delight while playing this game.
     The graphics are, on the whole, excellent. The animations are spectacular and smooth, with no slowdown. The ball animation is fantastic, as is the attention to detail on the court. The players, though so detailed that you can see the numbers and names on their backs, were also somewhat grainy. This caused a slight blur when several players are next to each other.
     The sounds are very well done. The crowd cheers and roars realistically, and the announcer is very well done. Overall, the sounds are above average.
     This game is very original, especially with the eight player concept. I will be sure to try it when and if the multi-player adapter becomes available. Also, the instant replays and positive reinforcements between teammates add spice to an already excellent basketball game.
     On the whole, the players can be controlled very easily, with the exception of chasing the ball on the ground. For some reason, it is extremely difficult to pick up the ball after being knocked free. Also, it sometimes takes 3 or 4 button presses to make an action work. On the whole, controls are passable.
     The best part of this game is the FunFactor. I found myself screaming like a maniac when I got a breakaway, and jumping triumphantly when I made a basket. However, there is a major flaw with the defense; there usually are more blocks in a game than points. Overall, this game was a true pleasure to play.

And now for the grades...

Graphics-16/20
Sounds-4/5
Originality/Innovation-4/5
Play Control/Gameplay-27/40
FunFactor-27/30
Total Score-78/100

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