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NBA Playgrounds
By Saber Interactive, released 1 Jan 2017
- Microsoft Windows
What it is
NBA Playgrounds is a basketball game from Saber Interactive built around arcade-style 2-on-2 matches. Players can practice offline, play with up to three others on PC, or compete online. The roster includes current and retired NBA players, and the game lists all official NBA teams. Matches take place at playgrounds around the globe, with dunks and moves to use as players compete. Players can improve their players over time and collect favorites. The game is listed for Windows and is categorized as a sports title. Its setup supports both solo practice and multiplayer play, with local and online options available.
What players like, and what they don't
- 2-on-2 basketball matches
- Offline practice and online play
- Current and retired NBA players
- Shared-screen PvP and co-op
- Windows is the only listed platform
- Multiplayer is limited to up to four PC players
Who it suits
It suits basketball fans looking for arcade-style 2-on-2 play, either solo or with others. Players who want online PvP or shared-screen co-op and PvP will find those modes listed.
NBA Playgrounds offers arcade basketball with solo practice, online play, and shared-screen modes. Its roster and teams draw on the NBA, while player improvement and collecting add goals beyond individual matches.
