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Games like NBA Live 2005

2004PC, PlayStation, Xbox

An EA Sports basketball game featuring the NBA teams and players of the 2004-05 season. It offers arcade-leaning simulation with a franchise mode and local matchups against friends.

  • 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 2005

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NBA Live 2005 special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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NBA 2K9

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2008PEGI 3PC, PlayStation, Xbox

Brings what grabs you about NBA Live 2005: a realistic look, gameplay over story and co-op or multiplayer.

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.

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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.

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.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011

Realistic visuals

A Konami football simulation focused on realistic play, tactical team management and league and Champions League competition. It shines in head-to-head matches against friends or 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.

NHL 2001

Realistic visuals

A classic 2000 ice hockey sim offering exhibition, season, tournament, playoff and shootout modes, plus international teams and the chance to act as general manager through a full season.

NHL 13

Realistic visuals

A realistic ice hockey simulation featuring official NHL teams and players, offering fast matches, career modes and online play against others.

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.

NHL 2000

Realistic visuals

A classic 1999 ice hockey simulation featuring all NHL teams, including the expansion Atlanta Thrashers. It offers exhibition games, a full 82-game season and playoffs, plus decisions like line changes and pulling the goalie.

FIFA Soccer 2004

Realistic visuals

The eleventh FIFA entry delivers 3D football with licensed teams and adds secondary divisions, letting you guide lower-ranked clubs toward promotion. Local matches against friends are a big part of the fun.

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