It’s the NBA ’07 (PSP) Fact Sheet!
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.
Developer: Sony Computer Entertainment America, San Diego
Platform: PSP™ (PlayStation® Portable) system
Genre: Sports
Players: Single-player, 2 players via wireless multiplayer connectivity
Launch Date: October 2006
ESRB Rating: “E” for “Everyone”
OVERVIEW
Delivering the most engaging NBA experience with fast, fluid gameplay, NBA ’07 for the PSP™ (PlayStation® Portable) system expands upon the franchise by offering the most feature-rich, handheld NBA action available. Officially licensed by the NBA, and introducing all-new gameplay modes, mini-games, and presentation, NBA ’07 is ready to deliver the thrill of and excitement of NBA action on the go.
An all-new Conquest Mode allows players to take a team and challenge NBA squads across the country, while a new Pick Up Mode give gamers a chance to choose from 10 different NBA players for a playground-style match-up. In addition to the instant replay function, a new Highlight Reel option provides players the opportunity to view a select reel of highlight shots, passes, steals, and dunks at the end of each game. Players will also have more choices of quick pick-up-and-play mini-games, including an all-new rhythm-based dunk contest as well as carnival-style games including skee-ball, pinball, and pop-a-shot. Additionally, the game brings back popular mini-games such as Dodgeball and HORSE, as well as a comprehensive ladder challenge and virtual trading cards.
KEY FEATURES
• Conquest Mode – Players will engage in a game of territory acquisition and management, balancing strategy, basketball knowledge, and gameplay skills. Take control of a team and play for regional supremacy, defending territories from challengers and adding new players in a quest for NBA domination.
• Pick Up mode – Players will alternate choose from 10 randomly selected NBA players and match up with the CPU or another player in an outdoor full-court game.
• All-New Dunk Contest – Players can take the NBA’s highest flyers and participate in rhythm-based mini-games to show off a number of rim-rocking dunks.
• New Carnival-Style Mini-Games – Participate in a variety of carnival-like mini-games including Pop-a-Shot, Pinball, and skee-ball. Players will earn credits to purchase unlockable content including front-end images, throwback jerseys, and video content.
• Enhanced Play-by-Play and All-New Commentary – Get play-by-play from Ian Eagle and hear the most comprehensive color commentary from top NBA broadcast talent.
• New Highlight Reel – In addition to instant reply, players will have the opportunity to re-live each stellar play and pivotal moment from a completed game.
• Realistic Animations – Running at 60 FPS, NBA ’07 incorporates tandem animation technologies to produce ultra realistic player interactions. Additionally, motion capture data delivers smooth gameplay and lifelike player movements.
• NBA License – NBA ‘07 offers gamers 41 authentic NBA teams including throwback versions.
• Mini-Games – Players will have access once again to numerous mini-games, including schoolyard classics such as HORSE and Dodgeball. Additionally, games such as Own the Court, PlayStation Skills Challenge, and 3-Point Contest are all available to test the skills of each player and provide opportunities to hone various skills.
• Ladder Challenge – Compete in a challenging mini-game or exhibition mode series and earn trading card rewards for working to the top of the ladder.
o Full Season Mode – Includes simulation, trades, free agent lists, injuries, and challenging basketball.
o Wireless Multiplayer Gameplay – Compete head-to-head against local friends or with basketball fans from around the country via wireless multiplayer connectivity.
„X Ad Hoc Mode – Four or more PSP systems can communicate directly via Wi-Fi connectivity for regional/local multiplayer gameplay.
„X Infrastructure Mode – Gamers can link to a network via a wireless local area network (WLAN) access point or “hot spot” for multiplayer gameplay nationwide.
