The NBA Live series has had an extended offseason -- three years to be exact since the last version hit store shelves. The developers have used that time to re-evaluate a franchise that once was the pinnacle of basketball simulation and made some key decisions that could reinvigorate the series.
One of the key decisions the developers made was to release NBA Live 14 on only next-generation consoles. This allows them to focus on hardware that will be around for the next 8-10 years as opposed to trying to develop for the current- and next-gen hardware.
Another important move was the use of a new engine. EA has developed the Ignite engine, which will be used in all of its next-gen sports titles. The engine allows for greater control over dribbling in both basketball and soccer games, making the ball feel more alive and the outcomes more unpredictable.
NBA Live 14 executive producer Sean O'Brien discussed how the new engine will change the way the game plays.
"For us personally focusing on all gen-four stuff is a huge advantage for us. Leveraging EA Sports Ignite engine I think provides us an opportunity to talk about something like what we're talking about today with BounceTek. Actually releasing the ball, the physics when you're dribbling. Giving you unprecedented control."
EA Sports: NBA Live 14
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