NBA Ballers: Chosen One
| Industry | Video games |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States |
| Products | NBA Ballers: Chosen One |
NBA Ballers: Chosen One is a basketball-themed video game available on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, released in April 2008 by Midway Games. Serving as the follow-up to NBA Ballers: Phenom, the title focuses on the experience of rising to NBA stardom, featuring competitive combo mechanics and powerful super moves.
Gameplay
Progression in the player's career is affected by their performance both during games and in off-court activities. The game introduces new abilities such as "Shut 'Em Down" super moves and Act-A-Fool combo sequences. It offers various modes including single-player, multiplayer, and online play, supporting match types like 1-on-1, 2-on-2, and 1-on-1-on-1. Additional downloadable content provides over 500 new items, including additional player options. The soundtrack includes more than 30 exclusive tracks produced by hip-hop artist Just Blaze, accompanied by commentary from rapper Chuck D. Departing from earlier entries, this installment adopts a more realistic gameplay style by eliminating features like 'Baller On Fire' and 'Bring Down the House.'
Reception
On both consoles, NBA Ballers: Chosen One garnered mixed feedback according to Metacritic. Reviewers often commended the game's visual style but criticized its limited gameplay depth and lack of innovation, leading to average ratings between approximately 5 and 7 out of 10 among leading gaming reviewers.