

Unfortunately, in their quest to make the control system better, they neglected both gameplay and the basic mechanics of the sport itself. So it was pretty obvious that EA Sports would refine the system to hopefully make it more balanced for this year.

While the flashy moves did separate the stars from the generic athletes, it also made them extremely dominant during the games. NBA Live 07 tried to restore the creativity and the spontaneity to the basketball court by introducing Freestyle Superstar Controls to the game. Calling the action throughout the game is legendary announcer Marv Albert and former player for the Chicago Bulls, Steve Karr. Also accessible through the Internet is the "All Star Weekend" that includes such games as a slam-dunk contest, a rookie challenge, and a three-point shootout. Accessing the Media Center through the Internet earns a player updates every 20 minutes for scores, breaking news, video footage, and even radio content like The Dan Patrick Show and Mike and Mike in the Morning. Gamers have a total of 24 performances to mimic successfully, and over 100 moves to experiment with. Players can emulate basketball legends by re-creating their moves in the "Superstar Challenge," and with total freestyle control, players may change skill attributes on the fly by switching through a variety of moves. Gamers will scout promising players, initiate trades, and investigate rumors to keep their team running smoothly. "Dynasty" mode promotes players to GM status, and they must manage their team from the first game of the season to the finals. In NBA Live 07, players can try their luck at every aspect of professional basketball.
