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Basketball fans now have the chance to join the NBA and take it to the World's best players. NBA Courtside 2002 comes to the Nintendo GameCube and brings with it an incredibly realistic Basketball experience.

Take it to the hoop with Kobe Bryant, spin some magic with Michael Jordan and watch the crowds come to life as the action heats up. NBA stars look and sound so real that players may be excused for confusing this for a real-life broadcast!

Players will find themselves a part of the most demanding basketball league in the world, as they battle through a host of challenging matches to win the championship ring.

NBA Courtside 2002 slams itself onto the Nintendo GameCube to make every sports fan's dream come true: to be a part of the NBA.

  • NBA Courtside 2002 showcases the GameCube’s impressive graphical capabilities. Zoom in on the action in replay mode to see your favourite NBA stars strut their stuff in awesome style.
  • Facial mapping and real life player animations ensure that the stars look and move just like their famous counterparts.
  • Arenas have been recreated to replicate actual venues.

  • NBA Courtside 2002 is a true recreation of a real life NBA season and draws players into this action packed basketball competition. This game is easy to pick up and play but will require a lot of practice to learn the "in's and out's" required to become a true allstar.
  • NBA Courtside 2002 is designed to allow players to have maximum control over the game, thanks to innovative use of the GameCube controller.
  • Highly original C Stick passing method allows for greater passing control as players can aim exactly where they want the ball to go.
  • The D Pad is used cleverly to allow players to transfer vital defensive and offensive orders to their team-mates, such as court coverage, posting up, set screens, protect the net and positioning suggestions. This can be crucial during the clinches of a tight game!
  • For the show pony in us all NBA Courtside 2002 offers a separate Arcade Mode, which allows for fast paced 3-on-3 street style dunk fests.
  • NBA Courtside 2002 offers an awesomely realistic simulation sports experience for all basketball fans.

 
Release Date: Out Now
Classification:
G
Type of game: Sports
No. of Players: 1 – 4 Player Simultaneous
Skill Level: Beginner - Expert
Suitable: All ages
Accessories: Memory Card 59
Memory blocks: 7 -10
Distributor: Nintendo
• Super realistic graphics bring all of your favourite NBA stars to life on the Nintendo GameCube.
• Easy to play, challenging to master.
• Organise your team during play with numerous offensive and defensive orders.
• Fun and outrageous Arcade Mode for pure street style basketball action.
• Up to date roster of all NBA teams and players.
• Highly detailed Create-A-Player mode for that personal touch.
• Hone skills in the 3 Point Shoot Out and Practice modes.
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Up to 4-players can compete against each other in this highly competitive NBA simulation.
• Play on the same team, or on opposing teams.
• “Arcade Mode” allows players to take it to the courts in an action packed street style match. Take a break from the seriousness of the NBA season with some slammin’-jammin’ street ball hi-jinx.
• Play the highly competitive full NBA Season, featuring over 80 separate matches.
• 2-4 player action against friends or family provides near limitless replay value for those with a competitive spirit.
• Create a player and build up his skills.
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