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NBA Jam 2002
NBA Jam 2002Arcade basketball action with over-the-top moves on the Game Boy Advance
NBA Jam 99
NBA Jam 99High‑octane 5‑on‑5 arcade basketball with award‑winning hi‑rez graphics
Overview
Description

NBA Jam 2002 brings the classic arcade basketball experience to the Game Boy Advance with fast-paced, exaggerated gameplay. Choose from 29 NBA teams and over 140 superstars, each with unique attributes and signature dunk styles. The game features trademark alley‑oops, sky‑passes, and the iconic "on fire" mode that ignites after three consecutive baskets, delivering nonstop excitement for both solo and multiplayer sessions.

NBA Jam 99 delivers a fast‑paced, over‑the‑top basketball experience with stunning high‑resolution graphics and a 3D sports engine. Featuring more than 300 real‑life player faces, authentic team rosters, and a unique Jam mode for outrageous dunks, it brings the excitement of the court to your screen. Create your own players, manage teams, and enjoy commentary from Bill Walton and Kevin Harlan, all captured with motion capture by Keith Van Horn for realistic movement.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Team Sports
Team Sports
Best for
Casual gamers and basketball fans
Arcade basketball fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$29.99−40%
$49.99
release date
2002-02-17
1998-12-04
Specifications
developer
Acclaim Entertainment
Iguana UK
publisher
Acclaim Entertainment
Acclaim Entertainment
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
70/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge roster of over 140 NBA superstars
  • Exciting "on fire" mode adds dynamic gameplay
  • Simple controls perfect for handheld gaming
  • Supports both single‑player and multiplayer via link cable
  • Award‑winning hi‑rez graphics
  • Over 300 real‑life player models
  • Both standard and Jam 5‑on‑5 modes
  • Split‑screen multiplayer for up to 2 players
Cons
  • Limited to Game Boy Advance hardware
  • No online multiplayer functionality
  • Graphics are basic compared to console versions
  • Limited to PC platform
  • No online multiplayer support
  • Controls feel dated compared to modern titles
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