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$600 xbox 360 here we come!

http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/11748/Microsoft-to-Release-Xbox-360-with-BuiltIn-HD-DVD-Drive/

Microsoft to Release Xbox 360 with Built-In HD DVD Drive

Digi-Times reports today that Microsoft is selecting manufacturers in Taiwan to provide an internal HD DVD drive that will be used in a forthcoming Xbox 360 edition designed to compete with Sony's PlayStation 3.

Microsoft will offer an external HD-DVD drive for its Xbox 360 at around the end of this year, in an attempt to compete with the Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3), which will have a built-in Blu-ray Disc (BD) drive, the sources indicated. The external HD-DVD drive, however, can only play back movies, the sources noted.

The sources told Digi-Times that Microsoft plans to release this special Xbox 360 model in the first quarter of 2007. Wel'll have more on this new Xbox 360 as it develops.

#21 UTweezer, Sep 13, 2006

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UTweezer said:

$600 xbox 360 here we come!

http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/11748/Microsoft-to-Release-Xbox-360-with-BuiltIn-HD-DVD-Drive/

Microsoft to Release Xbox 360 with Built-In HD DVD Drive

Digi-Times reports today that Microsoft is selecting manufacturers in Taiwan to provide an internal HD DVD drive that will be used in a forthcoming Xbox 360 edition designed to compete with Sony's PlayStation 3.

Microsoft will offer an external HD-DVD drive for its Xbox 360 at around the end of this year, in an attempt to compete with the Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3), which will have a built-in Blu-ray Disc (BD) drive, the sources indicated. The external HD-DVD drive, however, can only play back movies, the sources noted.

The sources told Digi-Times that Microsoft plans to release this special Xbox 360 model in the first quarter of 2007. Wel'll have more on this new Xbox 360 as it develops.
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That really pisses me off. I wonder if it will have HDMI and integrated wireless networking too.

#22 Master Baiter, Sep 13, 2006
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That really pisses me off.
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harness the power of eBay, my friend.

I'm just gonna take mine back to Game Crazy (bought the 1 yr warranty)
and tell them it's freezing (which it does from time ttime)

get a new one in the box and sell it on eBay.

#23 UTweezer, Sep 13, 2006
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harness the power of eBay, my friend.

I'm just gonna take mine back to Game Crazy (bought the 1 yr warranty)
and tell them it's freezing (which it does from time ttime)

get a new one in the box and sell it on eBay.
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Yeah I know, it still pisses me off. I'm kind of glad that I haven't popped the case to mod the ODD yet. I'm gonna wait and see what happens with this. The only thing that sucks even more about that is that it is going to slow down the modding capabilities of the new model even more.

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hopefully with the internal drive, this signals some kind of migration towards games on HDDVD for the 360

#25 UTweezer, Sep 13, 2006
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Yeah I know, it still pisses me off. I'm kind of glad that I haven't popped the case to mod the ODD yet. I'm gonna wait and see what happens with this. The only thing that sucks even more about that is that it is going to slow down the modding capabilities of the new model even more.
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by any chance, do you have a link to any available mod chips/software mods so we can play "back-ups" on the xbox360?

thanks....

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by any chance, do you have a link to any available mod chips/software mods so we can play "back-ups" on the xbox360?

thanks....
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Email me through the board, I don't think they like that stuff on here.

#27 Master Baiter, Sep 13, 2006

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UTweezer said:

hopefully with the internal drive, this signals some kind of migration towards games on HDDVD for the 360
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I sure hope so. ever since the xbox360 was publically revealed, it pissed me off that they weren't using a higher capacity disc format

we clutchfans already argued about this in a thread a couple weeks ago, but I still do not understand how anyone can say that higher disc space won't make any difference in games going into the future. I don't care whether it's Blu-Ray or HD-DVD or whatever, but xbox360 needs a higher disc format

#28 KePoW, Sep 13, 2006
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UTweezer said:

hopefully with the internal drive, this signals some kind of migration towards games on HDDVD for the 360
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KePoW said:

I sure hope so. ever since the xbox360 was publically revealed, it pissed me off that they weren't using a higher capacity disc format

we clutchfans already argued about this in a thread a couple weeks ago, but I still do not understand how anyone can say that higher disc space won't make any difference in games going into the future. I don't care whether it's Blu-Ray or HD-DVD or whatever, but xbox360 needs a higher disc format
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That would be interesting. I personally don't think they'll try to push the "games on HD-DVD" thing right away (especially if the diode shortage keeps up), but I guess if it must be done, better to do it earlier than later. I wonder how many 360s with DVD drives they'll have sold before switching over to HD-DVD (assuming that does happen). I think they're currently around 4M IIRC (mentioned it in the last sales thread).

Of course, I guess they could use the special discs with DVD and HD-DVD layers (so it would be readable on both versions), but I'm not sure how well that would work out.

#29 RC Cola, Sep 13, 2006
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Company of Heroes (PC)
http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/companyofheroes/review.html?sid=6157430

While intimidating, this visceral real-time strategy reenactment of World War II's Western Front showcases just how far RTS game design and presentation quality have come.
The Good: Amazing, cutting-edge graphics and remarkable audio bring the battlefield to life; complex, inventive gameplay gives you a ton of interesting things to do; fully interactive, destructible maps add depth and variety; slick online player-matching system makes it easy to get into a multiplayer match.
The Bad: Long loading times; only two different factions.
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Gameplay
9
Graphics
10
Sound
9
Value
8
Tilt
9
Overall
9.0
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9.0 from Gamespot, 95 at Metacritic.

Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run (Multi)
http://www.gamespot.com/ps2/driving/spyhunter3/review.html?sid=6157769

It gets points for its unrelenting pace, but the action in Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run is too derivative and mechanical to matter.
The Good: It's got The Rock; pacing never lets up.
The Bad: Unbalanced brawling mechanics; dirt-stupid artificial intelligence; unwieldy controls in vehicular sequences; it's all been done before, and done better.
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Gameplay
6
Graphics
6
Sound
5
Value
5
Tilt
5
Overall
5.5
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5.5 from Gamespot, 53 at Metacritic...but it has the Roc...um Dwayne Johnson.

Bomberman (PSP)
http://www.gamespot.com/psp/action/bomberman/review.html?sid=6157776

This game brings Bomberman to the PSP with plenty of enjoyable, challenging single-player levels, as well as the fun and frantic multiplayer battles the series is known for.
The Good: Great Bomberman gameplay is left unmolested; 4-player ad hoc battles require only one copy of the game; 150 varied and challenging levels and plenty of tough boss battles; sharp, charming graphics.
The Bad: The item stock system can be a bit clunky to use mid-battle.
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Gameplay
7
Graphics
7
Sound
7
Value
8
Tilt
8
Overall
7.5
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7.5 from Gamespot, 74 from Metacritic.

Bounty Hounds (PSP)
http://www.gamespot.com/psp/action/bountyhounds/review.html?sid=6157562

Bounty Hounds has a unique visual style and some appealing gameplay concepts, but the core action is too repetitive and shallow to sustain your interest for very long.
The Good: Great sense of style; nice-looking environments, creatures, and characters; tons of items to collect and equip to customize your character.
The Bad: Aggravating camera makes it difficult to get a clear view of your enemies; the bulk of the gameplay is shallow and repetitive.
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Gameplay
6
Graphics
8
Sound
7
Value
7
Tilt
7
Overall
6.9
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6.9 from Gamespot, 70 at Metacritic.

Mario Hoops 3 on 3 (DS)
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/sports/mariobasketball/review.html?sid=6157497

Mario Hoops presents an interesting new way to control what turns out to be a fun little basketball game.
The Good: Control is laid out in an interesting way; has a good number of different courts and characters; has control options for left- and right-handed players.
The Bad: Requires second copy of the game for real multiplayer; single-player isn't too engaging; minigame modes are lame.
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Gameplay
7
Graphics
7
Sound
6
Value
6
Tilt
8
Overall
7.1
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7.1 from Gamespot, 71 from Metacritic.

MechAssault: Phantom War (DS)
http://ds.ign.com/articles/732/732101p1.html

As long as you're willing to bring expectations down some for this Xbox-to-Nintendo DS conversion, you're going to have a blast with MechAssault: Phantom War. Still, the quirks are hard to ignore, like its somewhat glitchy visuals, sloppy menu systems, and analog control that could have been so much better had the touch screen been utilized a bit more tightly. Even if the game had a good development schedule, MechAssault does feel just a little rushed in places. But ultimately, the end product is a cool and kickass battle, both in single and multiplayer.
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7.5 Presentation
Love the focus on storyline, with its solid voice acting and cutscenes. Missions are extensive and full of variety. Even with all the extras, the game still feels rushed with quirks and glitches.
6.5 Graphics
Solid 3D engine, but definitely not "impressive." Low res texturing, low detail buildings, and graphical pops, glitches, and slowdown when things get hectic.
7.5 Sound
Very high marks to Backbone for casting some very energetic voice actors. All the budget went here, obviously, as the rest of the audio, solid as it is, lacks the same impact.
7.0 Gameplay
A good conversion of a great Xbox game, that could have been even better with some tighter control focus.
7.0 Lasting Appeal
Multiplayer takes multiple carts, but there's enough going on in this mode that'll make you want to track down some friends.
7.0 Overall
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7.0 from IGN, no score yet from Metacritic (just IGN's review).

Harvest Moon DS (DS)
http://ds.ign.com/articles/732/732404p1.html

Harvest Moon has been a solid adventure in the portable world for over a decade, starting first on the original Game Boy, and progressing to the GBC and GBA. Even still, each generation added something new to the mix, starting with simple color display, and ending with a full immersive town and nearly endless replay value. On DS, however, it seems like the development team simply added basic bottom screen item management and a few animal interactions and called it a day. The main bulk of the game is still single screen, uses a ton of the same assets from the Friends of Mineral Town world, and though the game is supposed to be set up in a different town, a ton of the characters “mysteriously” make cameos. Even still, Harvest Moon DS is as solid of a farm simulator as it ever was, and just because it doesn’t add a ton of touch or visual flare to the mix doesn’t mean it’s a total wash. Diehard fans may still wan to pick this one up to pass the time, and there is still a nearly endless amount of play time. If only it had a new look and more immersive controls. Instead, franchise veterans will feel like they just dropped their hard-earned cash for a game that, at its roots, feels nearly identical to a GBA game that released three years ago on GBA. In fact, if you can still track it down, Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town remains to be one of the hottest GBA titles out there, and definitely a steal at around $15 bucks. If Harvest Moon is absolutely essential on your DS, give this one a try at your own risk. As for us, we’ll be heading back to Mineral Town, saving our gold pieces for the real DS successor to Harvest Moon; Natume’s own Rune Factory.
IGN's Ratings for Harvest Moon DS (DS)
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4.5 Presentation
The overall farm management still works fine, but the interface is far too weak for the potential of DS. A few touch interactions aside, it’s still a GBA game.
5.5 Graphics
It may be playable on DS, but this Harvest Moon uses the same assets, animations, and storyboard art as Friends of Mineral Town, with only slight improvements in key areas.
5.5 Sound
The musical score has received a bit of a boost from the GBA, though the sound effects and lack of VO screams “last gen”.
6.5 Gameplay
The gameplay may be strikingly similar to the GBA versions, but it still stands the test of time. Graphics aren’t everything, but for Harvest Moon DS it’s all about gameplay
6.0 Lasting Appeal
There’s a ton to do, but if you’ve played any of the previous games, you’ve done it all before. The new harvest sprite casino and events help, but on a very minor level.
6.0 Overall
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6.0 from IGN, 65 from Metacritic.

Okami (PS2)
http://ps2.ign.com/articles/733/733122p1.html

Okami is a game we've been waiting on for a long, long time, and for the most part it has lived up to our extremely high expectations. It's beautiful, charismatic, engaging and one of the most original games you'll play anytime soon. Sure, it's not perfect, and we may have picked on some of its flaws a bit more than usual simply because they're a little more obvious when everything around them is so great. All in all, Okami is a game that any self-respecting PlayStation 2 owner should pick up simply because you've never played anything like it before.
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9.0 Presentation
Great and informative menu layouts, impressive story and fantastic dialog. Plenty of load points, though most aren't overly long.
9.5 Graphics
Stunning. That's all there is to say.
8.5 Sound
Great soundtrack to perfectly blend with the world. Voices are just mumbles but sort of works.
9.0 Gameplay
The Celestial Brush makes the game and works brilliantly. Most battles are entirely too easy, unfortunately.
8.0 Lasting Appeal
Lengthy main quest with tons of extra stuff to find.
9.1 Overall
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9.1 from IGN, 93 from Metacritic.

So two games with 90+ scores from Metacritic...that's pretty awesome. A bunch of mediocre titles except for those 2.

#30 RC Cola, Sep 15, 2006
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Hey guys,

Anyone with a 360 and Live, you MUST check out the demo they just released for NBA2K7.

AWESOME!!!

#31 mogrod, Sep 15, 2006
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For those of you that care...

I preordered a Wii at around 9am yesterday morning, just under 30 minutes after preorders went up on Amazon.com.

Now to plan out my campout at Best Buy for PS3

#32 Miguel, Sep 16, 2006
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mogrod said:

Hey guys,

Anyone with a 360 and Live, you MUST check out the demo they just released for NBA2K7.

AWESOME!!!
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THANKS!!! i haven't checked the demos in a while but have been waiting like crazy for a new b-ball game. i just started started downloading, very excited!

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The internal hddvd drive is a big mistake for Microsoft. They should've planned it in the beginning instead of tacking it on right now. They could've cornered the market on the drives or built another blue diode factory to make the early launch for all I care.

Now it's a sticky argument for the 360 because they're neck and neck with Sony on the price. That one year lead has vanished if they're boosting new users to buy the 'normal' internal version.

I think the MS execs hit the panic button too early and are way over their heads. They should've built the momentum they had and took it 6 months after Christmas to decide on a third SKU. A format change is unlikely but the drive itself will give people the idea that there will be hddvd games. Now, if too many gamers complain about possible hddvd requirements, they'll have to tone down the internal drive to save face. It'll also signal customers that their DVD drive is inadequate.

This is another reason why you shouldn't be an early adopter....

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It'll also signal customers that their DVD drive is inadequate.

This is another reason why you shouldn't be an early adopter....
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The DVD drive is just BEAMING with adequatequatulence.

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Cooking Mama (DS)
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/puzzle/cookingmama/review.html?sid=6157831

Cooking Mama is a cute, charming little cooking-themed minigame collection, but it lacks direction and depth.
The Good: Lots of different ways to use the stylus to prepare your dishes; colorful cartoon graphics; 76 different dishes to make.
The Bad: The game lacks a point, or direction, of any kind; it won't take you long to blow through all the available dishes; progression of the different minigames lacks cohesion; difficulty is slight at best.
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Gameplay
7
Graphics
7
Sound
6
Value
7
Tilt
7
Overall
6.9
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6.9 from Gamespot, 68 from Metacritic.

Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/action/dragonquestheroesrocketslime/review.html?sid=6157915

Rocket Slime is a simple adventure packed with personality, puns, and an oddly endearing hero.
The Good: Unique slime mechanics are amusing and well-implemented; variety of monsters and music from dragon quest's past; good tank-battle multiplayer.
The Bad: Game is easy to breeze through; slime puns without cessation.
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Gameplay
7
Graphics
8
Sound
7
Value
7
Tilt
9
Overall
7.8
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7.8 from Gamespot, 86 from Metacritic.

Pokemon Dungeon Blue (DS)
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/rpg/pokemonblue/review.html?sid=6158004

The injection of Pokémon characters and aspects hasn't done anything to improve ChunSoft's oft-copied dungeon hack.
The Good: Story is well written and can easily consume 20 hours; no shortage of rescue missions to attempt; interesting connectivity options between the two versions.
The Bad: Simplistic dungeon hack with Pokémon characters slapped on; dungeons recycle the same background tiles and enemies; random dungeon layouts don't always turn out sensibly; nothing to do in the overworld except shop and save.
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Gameplay
5
Graphics
5
Sound
5
Value
6
Tilt
5
Overall
5.2
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5.2 from Gamespot, 65 from Metacritic.

Just Cause (Multi)
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/justcause/review.html?sid=6158136 (360 Review)

Just Cause is able to justify its relative brevity and disrespect for physical law with some extremely visceral and often satisfying action.
The Good: Well-realized island setting; parachute and grappling gun lend the action a highly unique flavor; no loading times as you travel across the island; great variety of vehicles to pilot.
The Bad: Short story mode; not enough ancillary activities; gunplay is too easy; implementation of stunts a little clunky at times.
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Gameplay
7
Graphics
7
Sound
7
Value
6
Tilt
8
Overall
7.2
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7.2 from Gamespot, 75 from Metacritic. Note that the PS2 version apparently sucks...or something (it has a 69, while the other 3 versions are more like ~75).

Rule of Rose (PS2)
http://www.gamespot.com/ps2/action/ruleofrose/review.html?sid=6158385

This survival horror game trades typical zombies for a pack of sadistic children, but its compelling premise and creepy atmosphere only partly make up for the mostly bland gameplay.
The Good: Intriguing psychological-horror story is confusing but draws you in; good, creepy presentation features some nicely done cinematic cutscenes.
The Bad: Repetitive, boring gameplay mostly involves running from room to room; bad combat that can be very frustrating at times; confusing level layout can cause you to waste time going in circles.
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Gameplay
5
Graphics
7
Sound
7
Value
6
Tilt
6
Overall
6.0
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6.0 from Gamespot, 60 from Metacritic.

Mario vs Donkey Kong 2 (DS)
http://www.gamespot.com/ds/action/mariovsdonkeykong2/review.html?sid=6158359

The new touch-screen controls, level creator, and colorful presentation make March of the Minis an even better puzzle game than its predecessor.
The Good: Navigating the Minis around stages via the touch screen is great fun; more than 80 different stages, with plenty of variety; cute, colorful visuals; level-creation mode is a wonderful addition.
The Bad: You'll get through the main story mode very quickly on your first run through; some stages are still extremely easy, though not as many as the last game.
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Gameplay
8
Graphics
8
Sound
8
Value
7
Tilt
9
Overall
8.2
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8.2 from Gamespot, no score yet at Metacritic (just GS's score).

NBA 2K7 (Multi)
http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/733/733877p1.html (360 Review)

NBA 2K7 is a very impressive basketball title. The critically acclaimed gameplay has been improved, especially the defensive AI, yet other areas like defense still need some work. This game is as deep as sports games go, offering not only a great franchise mode but a wealth of options you may never even see. There are so many options that the game is great for hardcore simulation fans and arcade streetball fans alike. If you like basketball, you can't help but enjoy NBA 2K7. Moving forward, 2K needs to make player faces look like human beings, improve some suspect clock AI on the part of the CPU, and work on making on-the-ball defense fun. Still, this is a damn good basketball game and your best option on the 360 this season.
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9.0 Presentation
Aside from a confusing menu interface, 2K7 offers just about everything you could ask for. The gamemodes are deep and plentiful, and the ambiant touches on the floor add the style 2K was missing.
8.5 Graphics
At times, simply gorgeous. Only some alien player faces can hold back the gorgeous animations and replays that will make you go pause.
8.0 Sound
Decent commentary and crowd noice, helped by a stellar hip-hop soundtrack.
8.0 Gameplay
Subtle improvements to the aging gameplay engine help 2K7 shine, yet problems with defense and clock AI persist.
9.0 Lasting Appeal
Association is awesome. You could spend days doing pre-draft workouts, if you wanted. 2K's online options continue to dunk on the competition.
8.3 Overall
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8.3 from IGN, no score yet from Metacritic (just the IGN review from the 360 version).

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Another take from Jon Robinson of IGN:

One of the best basketball games ever made, NBA 2K7 captures the sport and its stars in a way that hasn’t been achieved in past attempts. You’ve heard about the signature shots, but it’s not just the way they captured King James and Melo, it’s how they captured guys like Sarunas Jasikevicius that amazes me. I think the bigger fan you are of the NBA and its players, the more you’ll appreciate the fine touches like the way the teams rotate for help defense or how your star might flop while trying to draw a foul, even grabbing his face when it looks like he got swiped across the eyes. Association, 24/7, streetball, V.I.P., team-based tendencies, there is just so much to this game that is not only done right, but done above and beyond what any other sports game is offering right now, this is my early pick for Sports Game of the Year.
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How does NBA 2K7 gets acclaimed Sports game of the Year, yet get an 8.3?

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That was a second opinion from another reviewer. The guy who reviewed it and gave it an 8.3 didn't say that it was Sports Game of the Year. I'm guessing Jon Robinson (the guy who DID say that) would have given it higher than an 8.3 based on his comments.

Looking at how I formatted it, it is easy to get that confused. Sorry about that.

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How does NBA 2K7 gets acclaimed Sports game of the Year, yet get an 8.3?
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If you go over to operationsports, there about 5 or 6 people that have the game already and they can't say enough about how great the game is. I think the 8.3 came from someone who likes playing a more arcade-type game.

Here are some vids from those posters that have the game (plays made by BOTH user and computer AI. You can tell Lebron is a favorite.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HuFfza3nLM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE9_xctpzZ4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydvm5Dc1g0s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KhJILw7dhw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phue0suJl24&eurl=

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VehGL5oXxB0&eurl=

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HuFfza3nLM&eurl=

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydvm5Dc1g0s&eurl=

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c55H3jeu8gc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE9_xctpzZ4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfGEUxbv2PA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2iaHmaOY1Y

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxTzWCWOPWY

Impression from one of those posters...

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Obviously, this is for the full game, not the demo.

I have been up playing this game for so many hours now... and let me just say, any low score or poor review must come from someone who does not watch the NBA.

This has to be the most impressive NBA game I have played in my life. It's that good.

From the minute you turn on the game to the minute you hit court, this game just screams HI QUALITY. The menu starts with a city fly-by similar to TNT's NBA broadcast. Music is very catch... some great old-school hip-hop beats thrown in the mix...

I have had a chance to play (more like, get my butt kicked-All-Star difficulty) with the Lakers, Cavs, Knicks, Nets, and Nuggets. Probably a few others, but I quit a few games halfway through to see some more sig styles.

And speaking of sig. styles... incredible. The team somehow paid attention to players that come off the bench... this isn't some 10 star player gimmick. You actually FEEL like you have the entire NBA at your disposal.

The team plays is even better than last year. The CPU will punish you if you play off players defensively... plus, they run a more fluid offense. I felt last year's game would punish you by driving it to the hole to easily if you attempted steals... which doesn't happen ALL the time in the NBA. This year, they've found such a great balance that you just feel like you're playing the Suns as the fastbreak on you... or the Heat as they utilize Dwayne Wade and Shaq. Playing against the Spurs, Tony Parker and Duncan were VERY difficult to stop... and I loved every minute of it. Star players certainly shine in this game... while role players still hold their own.

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Abdur-Rahim
Allen
Alston
Anthony
Arenas
Artest
Atkins
Baby Twist
M Banks
Barbosa
Barry
Basic
Battier
Bell
Beluba
Bent Arm
Bibby
Big Set
Billups
Bird
Bogut
Boozer
Bosh
Bowed Arm
Bowen
Boykins
Brand
Brewer
Brown
Bryant
Butler
Camby
Carney
Carter
Cassell
Catapult
Cheaney
Childress
Clumsy
Crawford
Crossed Arms
B. Davis
R. Davis
Deng
Dixon
Duhon
Duncan
Dunleavy
Felton
Fisher
Flail
Flick
Ford
Foward Hop
Foye
Francis
Garnett
Gasol
R. Gay
Ginobili
Gooden
Gordon
A. Griffin
Hamilton
Hands up
Hands Away
Harpring
Haslem
High Flick
High Follow
High Hands
High Push
Hill
Hinrich
Horry
House
D. Howard
Josh Howard
Juwan Howard
Hughes
Iguodala
Ilgauskas
Iverson
B. Jackson
S. Jackson
L. James
M. James
Jamison
Jaric
Jasikevicius
Jefferson
Jeffreis
A. Johnson
J. Johnson
D. Jones
E. Jones
Common
Kick
Kidd
Knock Knees
Kirilenko
Knight
Korver
Krstic
Kukoc
LaFrentz
Lewis
Livingston
Lue
Lunge
Maggette
Magloire
Marbury
Marion
Marshall
Martin
Mason
McGrady
Mihm
Miles
A. Miller
M. Miller
Mobley
Morrison
Murphy
Mutumbo
Nash
Nocioni
Nowitzki
Odom
Off Balance
Okafor
Okur
J. O'Neal
Parker
Paul
Payton
M. Peterson
Pierce
Pietrus
Pike
Pollard
Prince
Quick Launch
Radmonovic
Randolph
Redd
Redick
J. Rich
Q. Richardson
Ridnour
Rose
Roy
Salute
Scissor
Shaq
Sheed
Shot Put
Side Flick
Silky
Simmons
Sling Shot
J. Smith
Smooth
Smush
Snow
Spread Legs
Stackhouse
Stojakovic
Striaght Legs
Swing Arm
Szczerbiak
Terry
Text Book
K. Thomas
Tim Thomas
Tyrus Thomas
Turkoglu
Twist
Udrih
Unorthodox
Van Horn
Vilanueva
Wade
Walker
B. Wallace
G. Wallace
Webber
Wells
Wesley
D. West
J. Williams
Yao

#39 mogrod, Sep 24, 2006
Last edited: Sep 24, 2006
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i don't trust ign's ratings at all. they gave nba live 06 a much higher rating than 2k6 which is insanity. i think it was something along the lines of 8.9 to 8.0. however, i've played both and 2k6 BLOWS live out of the water. i will expect the same quality from 2k7 this year.

too bad im broke to buy a new gen console

#40 TracyMcCrazyeye, Sep 24, 2006

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