NBA Live 08 is a basketball sports simulation video game released for the Microsoft Xbox 360 platform in the United States. The game was originally categorized under Sports with a Basketball genre classification to help locate the correct item during web searches. The item was added to iOctavio.com on October 6 2007.
The gameplay centers on taking control during clutch moments when the game is on the line and the ball is in your hands. Players must decide whether to penetrate the lane rise above the rim for a monster dunk or find an opening on the perimeter to sink a game-winning three-pointer. The title focuses on winning the one-on-one match-up from every spot on the floor.
A primary highlight is the introduction of Quickstrike Ballhandling which draws inspiration from NBA Street Homecourt. This intuitive mechanic is mapped to the right analog stick and offers direct responsiveness to execute a full repertoire of ankle-breaking ball-handling moves that allow players to dominate on the perimeter.
Another significant feature is the all-new own the paint post play system built for big men to pass the ball inside and win the battle in the post. The game also introduces shot-countershot control which lets players string together combinations of fakes and shots to fool defenders into committing and create space for the game-defining bucket.
NBA Live 08 delivers an unrivaled level of authenticity through hot spots where real NBA shot data illuminates the locations on the floor where players are most effective. This is paired with all-new signature go-to moves that capture the essence of the NBA’s best players allowing console gameplay to mirror the experience of watching the game from the stands.
Overall the game provides dominance on the perimeter in the paint and complete authenticity to the sport of basketball through a full arsenal designed to win match-ups.