Amazon.com Review

One month out of each year is devoted to the insanity of the NCAAplayoffs. The annual ritual of March Madness includes dozens of teams, thehottest young players, salivating scouts, chair-hurling coaches, small schools,big schools, cheerleaders, the hopes and dreams of thousands of alumni, and, ofcourse, complete TV coverage.

With March Madness 2002, EA Sports brings its college basketballfranchise to the PlayStation2 for another year. But despite fidelity to thecollege game, the result is more of a thud than a bounce. The problem isn'treally the game itself. The Play Now exhibition and full-scale tournament modesare fine, and the game includes 150 teams all detailed down to players,uniforms, fight songs, cheerleaders, players, stats, and play styles. You evenhave the option of creating your own team with everything from uniforms toplayers. The problem is what's missing compared to the competition and toprevious incarnations of March Madness on the PlayStation. About 150teams, the dynasty mode, and even the season mode are MIA! Why are these keyfeatures missing? Disappointing, to say the least.

At least the game plays a decent game of basketball and is true to NCAA rulesand quirks. It shares some problems--the computer crowds the lane too much--anda graphics engine with NBA Live 2002, but at least the previousrebounding problems are fixed. And the game looks great, too, even though mostof the players don't have their real faces like in the NBA version. The audio isalso excellent; the game features roughly 60 distinctive fight songs, and thecrowd roars and quiets down with the action. --Bob Andrews

Pros:

• Plays and looks just like the college game
• Excellent audio

• Missing 150 teams from previous installments
• Some game modes have disappeared

Reviews (63)

March Dumbness 2002
This game .... I should have rented it first. PLease don't buy it. If you are a person who likes graphics and no content whatsoever, this game is all yours. Whatever happened to the dynasty mode that MM2001 had? When you create a school you can't really enter it into the tournament. Another thing: it's really cool to see your guy dunk and break the glass on the backboard, but it is really annoying when you see it 5-6 times a game. THe dunks are great; there are so many of them. Another annoying thing is when you up-fake you usually make your shot. Like I already said the graphics are great. The courts, jerseys, player faces,and their bodies are pretty accurate. Frankly, this game should never have been on the market. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY!

I hated this game!
This game was just not fun to me.First of all the game just had a exhibition mode and a tourny mode, and after a while the game gets really boring.They should have of put a Franchise mode or at least a season in there. The graphics were ok, and the best thing was that you could create-a-team.But that was really the only good things.I thought both NCAAMarch Madness 2002, and NCAA Final Four 2002 could have been better.I guess I'll have to wait untill next year.

NCAA March Madness 2002
I thought it was a big disappointment to me. It was just not deep enough. You know you are in trouble when you just have tournement mode. The graphics were ok and I liked create a team,but that was all I liked during the game. Both NCAA March Madness 2002, and NCAA Final Four 2002 were flukes they suked!

Awesome!
The graphics are great and the people looks so real. You can create your own team! I made one that has all the things that are about my school for the school info. You can also name the people on your team and make them look how ever you want! I think you should buy this game! All those other people are just winers. Wah, wah, wah. Now go buy this game now! Kids know more about the games they play than adults!

Now I can see why they picked this title.
First off, let me describe this game in 3 statements.
...Not only is this the worst college basketball game EA Sports ever made, they make it worse by putting Shane Battier on the cover. Oh, and for all you Duke Blue Devil fans, read and weep. ... UNC #1!!!! This gameplay is so horrible, it makes you want to run this game over w/ an 18-wheeler. The graphics are also horrible. They are the same as the ...year before. If there was a 0 stars rating, that's what I would give this piece of ... ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

RedCard Soccer 2003 offers 11-on-11 gameplay with 32 international teams, 60 frames-per-second animation, and character models that are realistic to the last scar. The game includes 500-plus motion-captured moves modeled specifically for the high-impact, hard-core style of RedCard Soccer 2003. Stadiums and spectators capture the pageantry and fanatical nature of international soccer audiences (without the hooliganism!). Modes include single match and world championship. The game features multiple hidden characters, stadiums, attributes, and other secrets as you progress. ... Read more

Reviews (21)

Awesome game... BUY IT!!!!!
Great Game... buy it.Awesome graphics and gameplay.MIDWAY ROCKS.

AL

HUH>?
I rented this game expecting some fast and furious gameplay, the truth is, is that thats all you get. No statistics or roster changes!!!! Thats a major blow, besides that it has dumb gimics like when you have to play against a team of dolphins... WHY??? I recommend renting it first, the graphics are the only good thing about it, all you do is play play play, it gets pretty redundant and boring after a while, with no stats or rosters to look at.

Not as good as I thought
When I got this game I was expecting some fast and furious gameplay. Thats all I got. The graphics are good, but the gameplay is horrible!!! For some one like me, who loves statistics and seeing how well your players are doing individually midway through the season, forget it. NO STATISTICS!!!You can't put players at different positions, and create players or have roster changes, because it simply won't let you have this simple option. Besides that it has dumb gimics like playing against a team of dolphins, why??? There is no point to playing the game since you can't see h ow well you team is doing individually or any of that stuff. It's just play play play, and it gets boring and redundant after a while. I recommend renting it first, thats what I did.

Question?
Does this game also have any Eastern European teams?

Greatest gameplay ever!!!
... I doubted this game the moment i saw it at the store, but i decided to give it a chance, seeing that it was made by Midway,.... I came home and i was hooked on the game for a week! And this is 3-4 hours of playing every day. Red Card 20-03 has the best gameplay of any soccer game. It's fast, the slowmotion camera shots are great and it's very fun to play against friends as no extra skills are necessary to win. ...BR>The best are the special moves and tackles, which can, in fact, hurt the referee.
I believe this game is very addictive and very fun at that. I recommend to those people getting bored of soccer games, this will get you right back on track! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

NBA Starting Five offers a newly designed intuitive control system that allows instant playability while providing depth for advanced players. A new on-the-fly play-calling system automates the process, and hundreds of new animations and improved player models give the game vivid life. You can use your skills in franchise mode to create a perennial dynasty, and enjoy completely up-to-date rules, rosters, team uniforms, and all 28 NBA arenas. ... Read more

Reviews (101)

NBA Live 2002
NBA Live 2002 is a pretty good installment of the 10 year series. It plays similar to 2001 but with some added bonuses like a decent Franchise mode (just like Madden 2002) that you one have to be careful about because all NBA league regulations with the Salary Cap count here so be careful on who you sign because it could hurt you later! And in this mode, after each season, there is also a draft which is pretty cool as well.

Also, vast improvements have been made in the game as well. It's a lot easier to hit alley oops now unlike 2001 where the ball would go 10' above the intended player's head. The annouce team is less annoying and they use a lot of player's nicknames (ex: Kevin Garnett is called KG and Michael Olawakhandi is called the Candy Man). Rebounding is no longer impossible! That was such a problem in 2001 (unless you actually had a decent rebounder or you made one). And now the computer actually plays against you unlike in the past all you had to do was head fake until they jumped and then you could just blow them outta the water. And of course Michael Jordan that is playable on a Season or Franchise mode.

There were some drawbacks too. The game got a little slower in pace. Not by much but you can tell that it got a little slower. Also, when you trade for players, make sure that you check each player on your team because I noticed that the computer no longer gives your new player a new number. Thank goodness I noticed that because at one point, I had 3 Number 21's on my team. Another thing that I liked better was that actual still pictures were used for each player (ex Player of the Game) and now the computerized image is substituted for that.

I still think that it's a great game but if you're looking for a faster pace, more challenging game, check out NBA 2K2 or NBA 2K3 because you'll be surprised how challenging those 2 are. Either way it goes, you'll be picking a quality NBA game.

This game is almost there
I'm a fan of the NBA Live franchise, this game comes realy close to it, but it's not there yet.the graphics are realy good, but there needs to be more control.One the best things is that Michael Jordan is back on a team that you can use in a Franchise Mode!!!

why no slam dunk contest & assesories?
De game would have been more tyte if u put an slam dunk contest and you should've added more assesories to the create player section. If you make a 2004 you should add this all.

Why no dunk contest?
I would have gave it an 5, but it had no slam dunk contest. It should've. It would've made the game more tyte. And you should add more assesories to the create player section.

What can I say...umm...no?
It's like this...you run, you dunk, you win. The other team's IQ is that of a small rodent. This game is SO easy. They give you the ball! Are you stupid? No? Then steer clear of this game. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

NASCAR Thunder 2002 roars to the front of the pack with a revolutionary new graphics engine from the developers of Madden NFL, a new career mode, and a new level of interactivity that brings the racetrack to life. Get "in the game" like never before: hear what the driver hears, see what the driver sees, and feel what the driver feels. NASCAR Thunder 2002 features more cars than ever on the track, realistic car damage, and dynamic track environments with dragging car parts and rolling tires. You can make your own NASCAR legend by creating your own car in the paint shop and working your way up through the ranks, adding sponsors and better equipment as you win on the track. NASCAR Thunder 2002 also features an Easy Play mode with driving assists for new players, all 23 NASCAR tracks--including the Chicagoland Speedway and Kansas Speedway--the new Dodge cars, and updated teams, drivers, and paint schemes for the 2001 season.

With an ultra-fast new rendering engine from the team behind Madden NFL 2001, the game allows for a huge number of cars on the track running at a persistent 60 frames per second under all conditions, including multiplayer. This allows more detail than ever before, including heat shimmer, rich depth of field, and car hoods that vibrate from air friction. All 23 tracks are represented, including the newest NASCAR speedways, every NASCAR star, rookie, and veteran, and all four car manufacturers, including Dodge. Go head-to-head with Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon, Dale Jarrett, Bobby Labonte, Rusty Wallace, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Burton, Bill Elliot, Michael Waltrip, and Steve Park at Daytona, Rockingham, Vegas, or any other track on the circuit.

You can now race for the championship over multiple seasons. Choose a manufacturer, paint your car, and then earn offers and decals from new sponsors based on your performance. Use your race winnings to equip your crew and vehicle, increasing horsepower, handling, and pit crew performance. You can even earn the right to race for an existing NASCAR team. As you race through multiple seasons, new drivers will come on to the scene while others retire. New levels of realism let cars dent and crumple as they collide, and auto body parts fly off or drag on the track to leave a trail of sparks. Other damage effects include tire donuts on body panels, tire smoke, and oil fires. ... Read more

Reviews (38)

Good game.
I bought this game looking for a fun to play nascar game. That is exactly what it is. For those of you who have played Papyrus's nascar racing 2002 season it is nothing like it. It has more of an arcade feel than anything.

Dont let the shiny graphics fool you, it is not realistic. You cannot spin out no matter how hard you try. The AI is stupid, and the carreer mode bites. It is very fun to play, but not the sim i was looking for. I think Thunder 2003 will be a lot better.

Great Game
Nascar Thunder 2002 for the playstation 2 game console is one of the best nascar games that i have ever played. It has great graphics and realism. Great for multi-player! love to play four player with my friends!

dont like this game
this game is stupid, nascar heat 2002 isalot better!

Fun Fun Fun
This is a great game I highly recommend it to anyone who likes top speed racing games.

Tons of Fun!!!
OK,thanks to EA Sports for a good game on a platform!(finally)everything is great,opening intro,racing...u may want to turn of autobrake,stability and multi-player comp(this first)for realism.they allow you to get caught up from behind,vice-versa..etc.u get the point. the only thing i didnt like was that u have to be numbers 100-199 for create-a-car. it makes ME feel like im not really a real NASCAR racer,needs to be fixed in my opinion. otherwise great game and great buy!! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Complete with all 31 NFL teams, as well as legendary teams from years past, Madden NFL 2002 delivers hard-hitting action. The 2002 release adds all-new player face and body technology and hundreds of new animations. Its upgraded coach animations heighten the drama on the field, and it's still the only game that lets the coaches roam the sidelines.

Taking you beyond the broadcast, Madden NFL 2002 delivers exhibition, season, playoff, two-minute drill, and tournament modes. You can also play in franchise mode and take complete control in a quest for NFL glory. The 2002 release of this popular NFL series also takes you inside the huddle with new camera replay angles, and it delivers widescreen TV support. ... Read more

Reviews (237)

I love this Game!
Well,
I just want to say that this games truly rocks! I love the graphics, the animations, sound bytes, season and franchise mode and the hype of going thru a season/play-offs and going all the way against the computer in all-madden mode. As a matter of fact I just lead my San Fransico 49'ers to a "Super Bowl win in year 1 in franchise mode against the Indianapolis Colts on Chirstmas eve 2003. (final score 24-21)I am getting ready to shape my roster to start year 2. In fact I love the on the field graphics even better than "NFL MADDEN 2004", although the 2004 version has more features both on and off the field I still think the overall on the field animation and clear cut look around the field and view of the players is better and more realistic than '04. Heck, I didn't care to buy the 2003 or 2004 version. I'am quite satisfied with "NFL MADDEN 2002". I hope that the 2005 game is similar in on the field style and graphics as 2002, then I would like to upgrade perhaps. I won't deny I wish the play-by-play comentary was a bid sharper with each play and situation, sometimes I hear good old John Madden say a comment that has nothing to do with what's really going on in the game. For instance, I am playing a game right, and its barely still early in the first or second quarter and say I am loosing by 7-10 points and I decide to run the ball and John says, its no longer time to run the ball any more. Could it be that I play 6 minute quarters? Oh well, things like that. I also would love to see more hype and celebration after each win! Special after a play-off win, and oh yeah, please make more on the field celebration and commenatary after getting and winnig the SUPER BOWL! How about showing the legendary Lombardy Thorphy please!

Your game guides come in very handy thank you! I do own the game guide for "MADDEN 2002" it has made me a much better player.

I hope this games keep getting better in every way!

Sincerly,

Julio

Better than PS1
I played this game on Playstaion and i was disappointed with the fact that the Left-footed kickers such as Joe Nedney from the titans was Right-footed. That has bugged me for the longest time. If you want to make a realistic game, make the players realistic liek having Left-Footed kickers. Well, I played this game on PS2 and I was blown away. The different camera angles, The auto-zoom, the players names are readable on their backs. This game just is amazing.

A really awesome football game
I used to think that Tecmo Superbowl for the original Nintendo was the best football game of them all. Now that I've been introduced to Madden 2002 it's opened up a whole new playing field. With awesome play-by-play coverage and commentary by John Madden and Pat Summeral and smooth graphics and great handling, and the addition of Madden cards and managing your own franchise, Madden 2002 is the best football game of 2002.
Bottom Line: Madden 2002 rocks

Best football game ever.
I think that this is the greatest football game ever.I have madden 2003, nfl 2k3, and I had nfl 2k2 and I believe that this is better then all of them.I love the player introductions and what happened to them on 2003 it is dull.It has pretty much the same gameplay and graphics, but is a lot more fun.If you just want graphics go with 2k2 or 2k3 if you want gameplay definitely go with madden 2002, and it also has a great franchise mode.

Madden 2002, The Best so far!
After a full year of Madden 2002, I am convinced this is the best football game out there. The series of Madden games seems to get better and better every year as I own the entire series.
I began playing Madden 2002 at home in exhibition mode, season mode, and even franchise mode. The computer does tend to get a little easy when you get your team rolling, even in All-Madden difficulty. After a few months, Madden 2002 went somewhere into my entertainment system and began to collect dust with the rest of my used games.
The re-birth of my Madden 2002. I am stationed on a US Navy warship and a few months ago my ship departed on a 6 month deployment. One of the few things I grabbed for deployment happened to be Madden 2002. This game is awesome. Using the Custom League, me and the guys are able to have a great season only playing eachother with no computer involved. We usually get around 6-10 people and kick off a season on our off time and go at it using created players and fantasy drafts. The compitition is awesome! I never relized just how bad of a player I was until I started playing people from all over the US on my ship.
Why this game is the best:
Gameplay: Awesome... D-backs knocking the ball away, RB's juking, WR's diving for catches, Kickers kicking the game winning field goal into the wind for the win.
Graphics: Looks like the real thing. Some tackles look a little stupid, like the guy is breaking his back.
This game is alot of fun, I recommend creating players and playing as many different people as humanly possible to get the most out of this game. This game is FOOTBALL at its best! ... Read more

Amazon.co.uk Review

Sega Soccer Slam may mention the beautiful sport in its title, but you’ll not find any competition here for the FIFAs or Pro Evolutions of this world. This is pure arcade soccer: loud, colorful, completely unrealistic, yet soooo much fun. Gameplay is simple: three-a-side fast footie action. You can head, dummy, slide-tackle, shoot, pass, and conjure some quite unbelievable super-special shots using button combos and shot gauges. The pace is frenetic, with most games being tense 9-7 affairs. The soccer action plays really well.

The game is similar in style to Virtua Tennis in concept, though a lot less serious. Modes of play are standard: arcade, tournament, quest, etc. Play out the quest mode and the similarity to the aforementioned tennis title is clear. You select one of six preset teams based on continent and elemental power. Fire, water, toxic, spirit, electric, and ice form the special powers that each team can unleash on the pitch.

Teams are taken on in a round-robin style league with a special challenge offered to you after each match. The challenges are fun and in the style of Virtua Tennis--complete each one and you’ll be given cash to spend in the shop, where you can purchase kit upgrades, new grounds, game artwork, and more. Win the leagues and you'll be able to unlock extra hidden teams. Other game modes allow you to create a personalized super team and unlock more characters.

The game's graphics are excellent and each player is instantly recognizable with great animations and detail. The stadiums are well animated and the sound effects are vibrant. The game oozes Sega quality. All in all, Sega Soccer Slam is ideal for those less serious sessions and for pick-up-and-play gaming. --Laurent S. Hall ... Read more

Reviews (3)

Good Game
Sega Soccer Slam is a very good game its basically about a wild soccer with wild characters there's 8-10 teams don't remember. You play soccer against each. Each team has wild characteras which have certain abillities to hit the basll you can beat the hecho out of the player who has the ball. There are 5 modes. Training, quest challenge etc. This is a very good game and I would reccommend this game for all ages. This game won't be a money-waster.

Good game
Sega Soccer Slam is a very good game its basically about a wild soccer with wild characters there's 8-10 teams don't remember. You play soccer against each. Each team has wild characteras which have certain abillities to hit the basll you can beat the hecho out of the player who has the ball. There are 5 modes. Training, quest challenge etc. This is a very good game and I would reccommend this game for all ages. This game won't be a money-waster.

Lots of football fun
I played this game on Gamecube and it was fun, fast, and colorful.If it is anything like this on the PS2, which I have no doubt of, it is definitely worth a look.I haven't played Red Card by Midway, so I'm in no position to compare the two, but Slam is definitely a good game. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

All-Star Baseball 2003 features all-new player models created with 3D CyberScan technology for one of the most realistic representations of player faces ever seen. There are also 10 game modes for greater replay depth. Modes include exhibition, season, career, franchise, expansion, All-Star Game, series, manager, home-run derby, and batting practice. Franchise mode allows users to play as and build their favorite teams for up to 20 consecutive seasons. All-new expansion play lets you choose a city, stadium, and team logo and add that team to the major leagues. And the expansion draft lets you draft from a pool of unprotected players and build a team from free agents and minor leaguers.

The game features a three-man broadcast booth with Bob Brenly, Thom Brennaman, and Steve Lyons providing in-depth commentary. The Cooperstown Hall of Fame team features sluggers from the past such as Mike Schmidt, Reggie Jackson, and Yogi Berra. All 30 major-league teams and more than 900 players are represented, all with official stadiums, logos, and uniforms. All-Star Baseball 2003 has more than 50 stadiums from which to choose, including eight classic stadiums and 10 expansion stadiums. ... Read more

Reviews (128)

Hitting?
The hitting interface in this game is awful. When the computer throws fastballs up in the corner or anywhere besides the target, then you can't hit it. What I do is wait for a pitch to come down the middle and swing the bat. I wish I could get my money back for this piece of trash. I mean, how fun is a game where you can't hit the ball??? Akklaim needs some help.

Not worth it!!!
This game stinks. When you think you have a double they throw it in to the second base man and usually get you out.A lot of times when the ball is like ten yards down they usually make the catch unbelieveable!! this game is not worth the money.

DON'T PLAY THIS GAME!!!!!!YOU'LL BE SORRY!!!!!!
I want that hour of my life back!!!It is darn near impossible to get base hits, let alone home runs!To top it all, I took a no-hitter to the bottom of the 9th and on the last pitch the game broke it up!!! DON'T BUY IT!!!!!

Awesome
This is the most realistic Baseball game I have ever owned.The Franchise mode is amazing.The players look realistic and it really looks like you are playing baseball.There are a few problems.If you are in the lead the ather team comes back in the next few innings, so it is extremely hard to win.If you want a relistic baseball game then this is the one for you.

ASB 03 is a Great Game
I for one was amazed with the game play of ASB 03.Since I am a huge baseball fan and like to see in depth material, this game offers it to u.The franchise mode is great as it always is with ASB.I recomend anyone who likes baseball to buy this game. ... Read more

Product Description

Using the latest 3-D scanning equipment and cameras, the NFL player comes to life like never before. Portraits of faces, arms, torso and legs have been scanned in full uniform to deliver incredibly lifelike facial features, skin color and uniform textures of your favorite NFL stars. All-new technology translates into jaw-dropping realism that captures the power and athleticism of the NFL in amazing detail. For the first time ever, simultaneous motion-capture sessions with 2 defenders trying to tackle a relentless ball carrier deliver sophisticated gang tackle sequences. See drag downs, shoves, upended tackles, linemen battling for position, pass protection blocks and running backs putting their hand on the turf to regain their balance. New catch animations, including bobble catches, one handed grabs and diving 2-handed snags. ... Read more

Features

• Platform: PlayStation 2
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Genre: Sports

Reviews (9)

It is good, when standing alone.
I would greatly suggest this game to anyone I know.Definetly one of the best Football Games in the world, and I've played them all.You probably are wondering by now 'why the 3 stars then?'This is because, since I have played nearly all football games, I have seen this games master.I'm talking about nothing else, but NFL Madden 2003.Sure, the intro for Gameday is hella tight, and almost makes buying the game worth it.But, when compared to the almightly Madden, this game is nothing.This game is simpler, yet with much fewer choices.If you have this game, Warning:DON'T PLAY MADDEN OR YOU'LL NEVER HAVE FUN WITH GAMEDAY AGAIN!BE HAPPY WITH YOUR GAME AND LIVE LONG AND PROSPER!

Personal Favorite
I do not play alot of football games, but this one is best of all.Good graphics, online capability, nice play setup, and, best of all, you can tackle the refs. I gave it 4 because it could have been better, but then again so could most games.

Missing Realism Components takes away from the game
I have been a fan of the gameday series ever since I got my first PS1 and Gameday 99. Now, with Gameday 2003, the content of the game is remarkable. There is no doubt in my mind that it is a very fun and exciting game. However, even little details are noticeable and may take away from the game if you're a big buff football fan/player (like me!). Though it is true the CPU AI is at its best, there are still a few little things that make it kinda dull:
- CPU does not down the ball on a kickoff when the ball is kicked deep into its endzone.
- The fair catch feature sucks.
- The reaction time i think is slower than some previous gameday games.
- Like every gameday game, there is still a pass-happy cpu, which makes it difficult to get a high ranking on pass defense, but an incredible first place rank against the run.
- Worst of all, I think (like in madden) there should've been a challenged feature. I mean I replay my plays and see calls that should not have been made and there's nothing i can do about it.
- I have gone a whole season and more than a half, and still have not had any injuries nor penalties (and they are on high), which i'll take but it takes away from the realism of the game. The only penalties I've had were pass interference, and offsides. and once in every like million (exaggerating) they'll be a personal foul call. As for the injuries, the only time they happen is when you work your OFFENSIVE player WHO HAS THE BALL to hard. I have had no defensive injuries except when i recover the ball and run and then once in a while a hamstring pull will come up.

Despite this, the game is good. I think for next year though, they should incorporate more realism into the game.

Good, but could of been better
This game is a pretty good football game for the Ps2 overall, but needs improvement in some areas.The grafics could of been a lot better, especially on Ps2, but that is the biggest downfall.It has plenty of options, besides not having a franchise mode.You can choose from all the stadiums to play in, as well as all the old ones too.The playbook looks better than Madden 2003's, and you have good control in this game.I would reccomend this game for the lower price, but if you want great grafics go for Nfl 2k3.

More hype than anything else
I have just turned in my dreamcast for the PS2 and am also an owner of the PS1. I was excited when I first heard of this and have always been a fan of the Gameday series. However, I was very disappointed in this game compared to Gameday versions on the PS1 and the NFL2k series for the dreamcast. The play was sloppy and the graffics have taken a turn for the worst. Choosing plays make it more difficult because you can only tell what a play is if you have it in the middle of the screen. The anouncers are a plus as well as the opening of the game. Other than that, it just doesn't live up to the hype and the PS1 versions are better. ... Read more

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Fly down the court, muscle your way into the lane and slam it home with a bring-the-house-down slam-dunk. Or stop short and drain a long range 3-pointer. NBA ShootOut 2003 brings basketball gaming to a new level with beautifully portrayed graphics and realistic movements. You'll have a hard time telling the difference between the Kevin Garnett on your PlayStation and the one on your television. ... Read more

Features

• Platform: PlayStation 2
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Genre: Sports

Reviews (7)

Worst basketball game ever
When I went to the store looking for basketball games this was the cheapest one so I got but It has bad graphics,only one rookie player on each team, so there are no second rounders or ect. 989 sports make bad games except for football games.The commentry is real bad. Players start to twicth. no real actuall player numbers for example Amare Stoudimire's number is 32 in the game its 40. Its a real disapointment.

I thought dis game would be nice
this game is borin. after reading yall reviews i thought this game would be nice.the graphics is garbage, defense is bad,the shooting is way to easy, and the starting of the game is bad. RENT IT DONT BUY IT.

A winner
I'll keep this short. Are the graphics the best I've ever seen? No. The commentary and PA system announcements give a nice touch to the audio of the game. I like being able to skip to the playoffs without playing a season if you want to. Also, the Career mode is nice because it lets you play for whatever team you like. You reallyfeel like you are in control of your created players destiny. It's nice to be able to create "yourself" and play on your favorite NBA squad. You can even make your own dunks to use in your games. So why do I call this a winner? Well, the reason is because to me it's FUN to play. That's what's most important with any game, no matter what it is, is that you have fun when you play it. Next to that, graphics, sound, and all that technical stuff is pretty much a secondary issue.Give it a chance and you just might feel the same way about it. Peace, and God bless you.

THIS GAME IS FOR PEOPLE WHO REALLY LIKE BASKETBALL.
This game is for people who REALY like basketball! The graphics are OK. The career mode is kind of stupid. If you don't do well in the summer leage you don't get to play for a real NBA team. Season mode is the bomb though. You can set it to any kind of diffcally you like. You can also trade for anyone you want and you will get them. There is also a practice mode, where you can practice shooting and dunking. You can create your own dunk and use it in game too. Also you can skip the season and go right to the playoffs. That is all I have to say. Peace Out

CAN SOMEONE PLEASE MAKE A GOOD BASKETBALL GAME?
Well, I must say this game is terrible. When you're playing a game, the center and each of the forwards on the other team have about 10 blocks per game. The moves are useless, and you can get near the basket about 10% of the time. If you do get to the basket, the defender blocks your shot about half of the time. The career mode's concept is good, but when you create your player, you have to use just the right combinations to keep your player from looking like a freak. Also, the AI was killing me on career mode because difficulty was set to VETERAN. I went back to the main menu, switched to ROOKIE, started another career mode, and sure enough, it was back on VETERAN. I tried this multiple times, but had no luck. Rent it and see what you think. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

If you're looking for a football game with smooth flow and realistic action, Sega Sports' NCAA College Football 2K3 will certainly fit the bill. The action here is evenly paced and straightforward--no flashy 10-foot leaps, no stiff arms that knock the defender into the rotunda--and the talent level is definitely collegiate.

A working knowledge of college playbooks can be very helpful as the sets here are often highly complex. The producers have added a slew of subtle but significant features to simulate the game's nuances as well: a quarterback's accuracy greatly improves when his feet are set; you can totally hide your play-calling by holding down the X button and scrolling through decoy plays; you can anticipate using a spin move on offense by hitting the O button before contact; and you can use the analog sticks (as opposed to the directional buttons) to run with the ball (and in maximum passing mode, you can add zip or a lob touch while also adjusting throws in the air).

The graphics--including players, stadiums, the ESPN-style presentation, and game intro--are all top-notch. With 117 Division I-A teams at your disposal, devoted players can play full seasons (complete with rankings and bowl selections) or, in legacy mode, multiple seasons, going so far as recruiting high schoolers and running spring drills. The major drawback here is the no-name announcing team, a flat-out terrible crew offering an endless stream of stupid jokes and poor analysis. But you'll have the sound off and the stereo spinning anyway. --Marc Greilsamer

Pros:

• Smooth, realistic game flow
• Top-notch graphics and visual presentation
• Attention to game action's nuances

Cons:

• Game announcers are silly and ill-informed
• Injury information is erratic

Reviews (17)

14-year old gamer
This game has graet gamplay and graphics.
-legasy mode is great.It fun to try recrut the best high school and junior college players. And compeat for national championship. (Go michigan State)
-create school and player options are alot of fun. (like makeing a 7' 400 pound wide reciever that is the fastest player in college football)
If you want the best college football ever buy this game.
And if you want the best pro footballgame get "NFL 2K3" by sega

Not Bad
NCAA College Football 2k3 is a good game. I would say it's a great game but it has some bad points. First the A.I. it you put the A.I. on walk-on you will win by 30 points almost everytime but then when you put it on starter for a challenge it's very hard to win and isn't very fun becuase you have to try so hard to win. If you want a real challenge play a friend. They plays are great but it will take a while to get use to the passing and without a training mode it doesn't really teach you how. As for running the running is great it's very easy. Create a school it really great becuase you can coach them up to 30 seasons. Besides for those bad points. This game is really fun if you can get used to the bad points. EA College Football 2003 is going to offer you a more rewarding experience butthe price of NCAA College football 2k3 can't be beat!!

Has its good points, too
A lot of people are saying they like the EA version of college football better. I am left wondering what it is they like about having absolutely ZERO control of what happens on defense and having the AI ALWAYS complete it's pass on third-and-thirty, QB rolling out one way, backwards, turning and hurling (without looking) and completing a pass to a man 30 yards away who is triple-covered. That repetetive scenario has cost me quite a few controllers as I smash them into little pieces every time that happens.
This game at least lets you PLAY defense. Choose a linebacker, blitz around the OT, and score a sack with far more likelihood than with EA. EA: can you ever GET sack when controlling a defender? Maybe once a season?
EA's offense is better, graphics are better, but gameplay is much better here with 2k3.
People critical of the Dynasty mode ("Legacy mode" here) are right to be critical. The "legacy" mode is average, but you can't change schools: you are stuck with the one you chose to start with. This is disappointing.
Recruiting is pretty cool, though not of the same depth as EA. Still, if you WIN, you stand a better chance of securing good recruits. Players you go after will be swayed by your good W/L record. I'd really like to see Sega go into depth here, as I think recruiting is one of the best parts of sim sports games.
Would like to see more of a "box score"-type post-game stats presentation.
Also, would like to be able to call more running plays. The choices are fairly limited, and no chance to hand off the ball to a handful of different players throughout any one game.
One final complaint: My team up by plenty with a minute or so left on the game clock. The opposition is on the 3-yard line, heading in to score, and, on fourth down, PUNTS! Doesn't go for a field goal or touchdown, but PUNTS!! What the heck is THAT?? Ha! That has GOT to be ironed out by 2k4.
I know I've pointed out the flaws here and given it a 4-star rating, but I think the game is a better game than EA. 989 Sports doesn't even factor into the equation. I'm like everybody who isn't just posting to be "loyal" (which really means "stubbornly stupid") I would like to see the best of what BOTH EA and Sega have rolled into one game. Until that happens, I'll stick with Sega, for it's far better gameplay. Great graphics are nice (EA) but if the gameplay is overly (and unnecessarily) frustrating, it's just not fun to play. Gameplay alone gives this one the nod over its competitors. They just had better improve certain aspects of this version for next year's 2K4.

BAD
This is a bad game.It is extremely horrible. Sega is on its way out while EA is the best so but NCAA Football 2003. Thats what I am doing.

2K3 isn't Bad at all
I am just posting, because I disagree with most peoples comments.There isn't a "dynasty", but the is a "Legacy" mode, which is the same.I Love EA Sports, but this is a better game.I am in year 2009 as we speak.Secondly Creating a school is Great.I made a Red Neck Team called the Birmingham Buckhunters w/ Camo Uniforms, Hunter Orange Helmets with Deer Logos and a Tree Mascot playing there games in the middle of nowhere.I also Made North Central Louisiana Nutra Rats playing there home games in Calhoun, LA @ Super Bee Speedway.The only landmark there.Just poking fun of the Red Neck Sub culture.Most of the Reviews are inaccurate.I have played both.2K3 doesn't have the Same play calling format as EA which might make a little challeging.In Fact as Bowls go, I have one the Fiesta, Rose & Sugar Bowl the last three seasons.The even have the lesser know bowls Like Humanitarian, Independence & Silicon Valley.If you have any complaints, complain the don't have the Bayou Classic.Louisiana Tech 2002 - 2009 2K3 National Champs @ my house.Just my 2 cents ... Read more