This could be a deal breaker for those with limited data plans. There is a downside to this game, however, in that it requires a persistent and stable internet connection. The audio is strong in this title, with a nice background sound for the court and the typical squeaking and bouncing sounds that make you feel like you’re watching real basketball. Reflections on the court also add to the effect, a simple touch that makes the game that bit more realistic.

The character models are complex enough to look good and the shiny court surface makes the whole scene come to life. Under the hood, the graphics of NBA Live Mobile are great. This can be done via the auction house, so earning cash and leveling up is vital. Teams can be customized by collecting players from various teams to build your ideal squad. This is a really strong dynamic that makes it feel like a real NBA league, where your team can earn glory.

The live aspect essentially means that you can connect to the NBA to compete in daily challenges and tournaments or just head-to-head with friends.

In all other regards, this plays as you’d expect and gameplay is very fun and fluid, bolstered by the special events that make this game ‘live’. The game is tailored for fast play with 2 minute quarters that keep everything fast and furious. Unlike some older titles, you now have a squad of 5 to command which actually works well even on the limited space of a mobile screen and doesn’t clutter up too much, thanks to some clever camera work.

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