The latest NBA LIVE 18 in-game update adds updated rosters & data, as well as Classic uniforms for the following eight teams: Milwaukee (1968-73), Atlanta (1972-76) , Miami (1988-89), Charlotte (1989-96), Los Angeles Lakers (1947-52), Indiana (Hickory Hoosiers), Phoenix (1968-73), and Golden State (1971-75).

This update also appears to correct the issue with socks/leg items not appearing correctly on the pre-game Jersey Select screen for Statement uniforms.

Continue on for a quick look at the Classic uniforms added to the game. ...

Game update 1.04 is now available for NBA LIVE 18.

This update includes facial improvements for players including Kyrie Irving and Jaylen Brown. Also addressed are crashes within Pro-Am Tour and The League modes.

Gameplay improvements include improved responsiveness for pull up jumpers, catching and shooting, right stick shot contests, and more.

Continue on to read the full patch notes from EA SPORTS. ...

We have one Xbox One and one PlayStation 4 copy of NBA LIVE 18 to give away here on TGT.

To enter, all you have to do is respond with your console of choice. We will pick one winner per console and will select/announce them at 3 PM CT Friday.

We will also be giving away copies on our Facebook and Twitter pages. Good luck! ...

In conjunction with the release of the NBA LIVE 18 demo, EA SPORTS has announced that Houston Rockets star James Harden will be the cover athlete for the game. (Harden was previously one of the NBA 2K16 cover athletes.)

Along with a cover announcement, the company also announced that the game will be available September 15 and that those who pre-order the game from participating retailers can receive 33% off the cost, making it cost approximately $40.

Does the demo and lower cost make you more likely to try and purchase the title this year? Continue on to see the cover athlete reveal trailer. ...

EA SPORTS has announced the full soundtrack listing for NBA LIVE 18. The soundtrack will contain 31 songs featuring artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Rick Ross, and Kid Cudi.

After curating the soundtrack for NBA LIVE 14, NBA LIVE 15, and NBA LIVE 16, Mick is no longer involved. Continue on to see the blog entry and full track listing from EA SPORTS. ...

Ahead of next Friday's release of the NBA LIVE 18 demo, the NBA LIVE Companion App (v2.0) is now available on both iOS and Android. The app will allow users to scan their face for use in NBA LIVE 18's single-player mode, The One.

The app adds in a skin color slider setting for users, but lacks the ability to add in hairstyles and does not have a viewable 3D version of the final scan as were in the previous app (v1.0 for NBA LIVE 16). As in 16, users can enter player name and select college, hometown, state, and uniform number.

Download links: iOS - Android ...

Confirmed by EA SPORTS, NBA LIVE 18 will include the WNBA, joining EA SPORTS FIFA as including female squads.


GI's Matt Bertz notes that EA SPORTS treated the WNBA with the same level of detail as they do the men, getting face-scans and motion capturing female players, while also aiming for gameplay to match the style of the league. The teams & players will not be included in The One or Dynasty modes, but could not be ruled out for inclusion in Live Ultimate Team, per comments from Producer Mike Mahar. At launch they can only be accessed in Play Now or Online Versus match-ups. ...

In a series of videos showcasing the seven real-life streetball courts in the game, EA SPORTS has announced the NBA LIVE 18 demo will be available on Friday, August 11. No further information on the demo were made available at this time.

In a new area of the official product website, more on 'The Streets' aspect of 'The One' mode were disclosed. Users can participate in Live Events (appearing similar to the temporary challenges/events found in LIVE Mobile), LIVE Run (competitive multiplayer games), and Pro-Am Tour (solo story and throwback challenges).

The seven real-life venues are Rucker Park, the Drew League, Venice Beach, The Crawsover, Dyckman Park, Barry Farms, and Chesashore Playground. ...

Today at EA Play, NBA LIVE 18 Executive Producer Sean O'Brien unveiled some of what the development team has been working on in the two-year hiatus since the release of NBA LIVE 16 - "The One," a single-player career mode where users can choose their own path between playing in The League or in The Streets as they work to establish their legacy.

The One will also include Live Events, which appear similar to those found in Madden NFL Mobile and NBA LIVE Mobile. These will be uniquely crafted events that will unlock rewards for the user.

No cover athlete, cover art, or release date have been announced of yet for NBA LIVE 18. A demo will be released in August.

Continue on to see the release trailers for The One as well as the various player types and customization options. ...