AbstractIf you've got a taste for pro roundball, you'll flip for the detail-oriented action of ESPN NBA TONIGHT 2002. The follow-up to a PS2 original, this game uses an updated graphics engine and smoother gameplay to deliver even better action. Included in this game are all of the NBA teams, players, coaches, stadiums, and uniforms. Try a single game, step into a full season (or any portion thereof), or see if you're ready for the big guys in an NBA Playoffs series. Up to four gamers can get in on the action.
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Full descriptionKonami and ESPN reunite for the second basketball game in the NBA 2Night series. Players have been updated with facial mapping technology, 30 signature dunks, more realistic body types, and abilities based on the 2001-2002 NBA season. Along with a complete lineup of NBA teams and stadiums, the game features commentary and analysis from television broadcasters Stuart Scott and Brent Musberger.
Offensive moves include buttons for shot fakes, alley-oop passes, protective dribbles, speed bursts, drives to the basket, screen calling, and shakes to elude defenders. Defensive moves feature buttons for steals, blocks, calling an intentional foul, and face ups to prevent players with the ball from getting by. Five modes of play include Exhibition, Quick Start, Season, Playoffs, and Franchise.
Franchise mode has players engineering trades, drafting rookies, signing free agents, and more as a team competes for up to 25 consecutive years. Each team has a cap of 1000 points to acquire players, with points being freed for either releasing or trading players. Five difficulty levels, optional home court advantage, individual toggles for stamina and injuries, and adjustable quarter lengths are some of the options players have under their control.
Visual adjustments include three levels of ball motion blur and ten different camera angles with zoom levels ranging from one to 100. Multiple coaching strategies, in-game substitutions, and the ability to create players with over 50 different attributes are also available in this basketball title. As is the case with most sports games, season statistics, franchise progress, options, and roster changes can all be saved before turning off the console.
ESPN is once again hitting the hardwood to release all the emotion and intensity of professional hoops to the PS2 with ESPN NBA 2Night 2002. Boasting fresh player animations and textures along with a new turbo function, this title will feature exciting graphics and gameplay that is certain to thrill gamers and basketball fans alike.
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AmazonFrom the opening tip-off to player-of-the-game interviews,
ESPN NBA 2Night 2002 combines full-court, fast-paced NBA action with comprehensive ESPN coverage. Endorsed by all-star guard Tracy McGrady of the Orlando Magic, this game lets you experience all the intensity and attitude of NBA basketball. Dramatic facial animations and game-specific sounds heighten the realism. The Featuring full ESPN integration,
ESPN NBA 2Night 2002 offers informative stats, a new soundtrack featuring DJ Hi-Tek and others, unconventional camera angles, and entertaining play-by-play. Legendary NBA announcer Brent Musberger and ESPN's Stuart Scott hold court on commentary, while Philadelphia 76ers point guard Eric Snow delivers in-depth analysis.
ESPN NBA 2Night 2002's create-a-player function lets you customize your player with various attributes, get him drafted, and watch him either grow into superstardom or ride it out on the bench. If you'd rather play as your favorite, you can do that, too. This release lets you select from every player on the NBA roster. Slam up to 25 different dunks, as well as block jump shots and steal the ball in open court. Five NBA play modes--practice, preseason, NBA season, tournament, and enhanced season--deliver diverse play. Engage the turbo feature and you'll blow by defenders. And for the ultimate challenge, you can play head-to-head or in a range of multiplayer combinations.
Over 30 signature dunks for the NBA's biggest stars
Expert commentary from Stuart Scott and Brent Musberger
Build a team from scratch and take it through 25 seasons of NBA action
Create players assigning over 50 individual attributes
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