ESPN NBA Basketball
About the Game
ESPN NBA Basketball is the follow up to last years NBA 2K3 . Using Sega's exclusive license with ESPN, the game's presented like you were watching an NBA broadcast.
Gameplay & Core Systems
ESPN NBA Basketball has all the standard game modes, from quick game to practice, as well as additional modes, such as one-on-one and street basketball, where you can compete in a variety of games, such as being the first player to score twenty-one. The newest and biggest mode of the game is 24/7, which starts you off as a nobody basketball player in a local gym. The game introduces the IsoMotion control systems, which is designed to help you pull off certain moves. The IsoMotion moves also have an opposite effect, and using it too much may result in you being charged with a personal. Both systems offer online play.
Standout Features
- Beat a "boss", and he'll give you his cell phone number, which you can then use to call him for help if you need a partner for a doubles game.
- By moving the right analog stick, you can perform more advanced dekes, spins and fakes.
- The PlayStation 2 lets you play on a narrow or broadband connection, and has PS2 only leagues you can take part in.
- If you make a total of fifteen double-double's, you can unlock a new team, or score five hundred points total to unlock some new music or background colors.
- ESPN NBA Basketball features all the standard NBA teams, including the New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors.
- There are also special teams, and the game gives you the ability to create your own player or team.
Modes & Ways to Play
It also comes standard with franchise mode, which lets you lead a team of your choice to victory (or defeat) in multiple seasons.
Player support includes Same/Split-Screen, Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), and Team.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p). Audio support includes Dolby Digital.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for ESPN NBA Basketball | Sony PlayStation 2 | PS2.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | SEGA of America, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | United States | MobyGames |
| Licensed by | NBA Properties, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA of America, Inc. | Canada | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Canada | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | Canada | MobyGames |
| Licensed by | NBA Properties, Inc. | Canada | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Atari UK Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Licensed by | NBA Properties, Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Atari Deutschland GmbH | Germany | MobyGames |
| Middleware by | CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Licensed by | NBA Properties, Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Media Type | DVD-ROM | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Video Modes Supported | Progressive Scan (480p) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | Dolby Digital | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Microphone | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Analog Controller | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Digital Controller | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Input Device Features Supported | Vibration | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Microphones Supported | USB Headset | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Additional Hardware Supported | Multitap | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Options | Same/Split-Screen | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Team | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-2 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players via Multitap | 1-8 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Online Players | 2-10 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Save Game Methods | External Storage | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Ethernet Compatible | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Modem Compatible | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Network Adaptor | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Pressure/Touch Sensitive | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-10-22 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-22 | Canada | MobyGames |
| 2003-11-28 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| 2003-11-28 | Germany | MobyGames |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay Product ID | 11134 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 010086630435 | United States | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-20726 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B0000ACP8U | United States | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 11134 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51949 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5060004761920 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5060004761944 | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51949 GER | Germany | MobyGames |
Data by MobyGames.com
