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NBA Live 98 (Europe)

Sega Saturn
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1997
70
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✪ Reviewed on October 29, 2025
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NBA Live 98 with modest improvements over 97. The EA engine evolves slightly but stays behind Saturn basketball competition. For NBA simulation fans loyal to EA.

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Category
Sports 4 players 3+
Description
NBA Live 98 simulation on Saturn.

NBA Live 98 review

3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
2/5
Music
★★★★★
"Decent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,36 GB 📅01/11/1997
Published by EA Sports

NBA Live 98 (Saturn) price, value & rarity

Common
Q1 loose
 $9 Q6 complete
 $16 Q10 new
 $27 !
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NBA Live 98
USA
31/10/1997
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Is NBA Live 98 still worth playing in 2026?

A basketball simulation from EA Sports, NBA Live 98 offers a realistic take on the NBA, with licensed rosters, three point shooting, team management and a good balance between simulation and accessibility. The fluidity of the action and the readability of the game make it a reference of late 1990s basketball simulation. The technical ageing shows and the tactical depth stays limited against current standards. For a fan of retro basketball or someone nostalgic for the era's NBA, the title keeps a preserved immediate pleasure and clarity.

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