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Games like NBA Live 08

2007PEGI 3PlayStation, Xbox

An EA Sports basketball simulation featuring licensed NBA teams and players from the 2007-08 season. It was the first NBA Live on all three next-gen consoles and the last one released on PC.

  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Fast pace
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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In short: Games like NBA Live 08

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NBA Live 08 special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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NBA 2K12

99 %Match

2011PC, PlayStation, Xbox

Brings what grabs you about NBA Live 08: a realistic look, co-op or multiplayer and gameplay over story.

A licensed NBA basketball simulation where you play with current teams and legends like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, settling who the greatest teams of all time are.

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NBA 2K9

Realistic visuals

A basketball simulation of the 2008-09 NBA season with improved player models, a TV-style broadcast presentation featuring real commentators and replays, and championship celebrations.

Top Spin 4

Bright, upbeat tone

A realistic tennis simulation featuring licensed pros like Federer and Nadal, where precise shot timing and court positioning decide points. Besides a career mode, it offers online and local matches.

NBA 2K10

Bright, upbeat tone

A basketball simulation based on the NBA with Kobe Bryant on the cover. It offers games with real teams and players, a career mode with progression, and multiplayer matches.

Madden NFL 08

Realistic visuals

Madden NFL 08 is an American football simulation with up-to-date NFL rosters, playbooks and the familiar feel of the series. It shines in head-to-head matches and franchise play, mixing play-calling strategy with direct control on the field.

Madden NFL 07

Realistic visuals

Madden NFL 07 is an American football simulation that puts the running back in the spotlight, with lead-blocker controls and new evasive moves on a separate stick for a stronger ground game. It also offers the series' familiar franchise and game modes.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2008

Realistic visuals

Konami's football simulation known for its realistic feel and tactical passing play. Leagues and cups are fun, but the real draw is head-to-head matches against friends and online.

Madden NFL 09

Realistic visuals

An American football simulation featuring real NFL teams and rosters from the 2008/09 season, where you call plays, control the action live and manage franchise careers. Especially strong in head-to-head play against friends.

FIFA Soccer 12

Realistic visuals

A realistic football simulation whose Player Impact Engine makes physical contact on the pitch feel authentic. Precision dribbling and tactical defending add depth, especially in head-to-head matches against other players.

FIFA Soccer 2005

Realistic visuals

A classic football sim with over 350 official licenses and an expanded Career mode. Off the Ball Control lets you direct teammates' runs and call in tackles while you command the pitch.

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