The game’s graphics do seem old, but they’re better than on the PS2 version, so if you can handle the game looking like it’s from NBA Live 06 (and they weren’t too bad then), then this shouldn’t be a problem. As for sound, it’s crisp and perhaps the most well done part of the game, from the in-game sounds all the way to the soundtrack.

Online game play is around this time, but like Madden 08, it’s just not very good yet. Most of the replay value will come from offline multiplayer gaming in things like the slam dunk contest. Outside of just playing the game or party mode, there’s not a whole lot of replay value.

This is EA’s first shot at developing a NBA Live title on the Wii, and while there are things missing, a good foundation has been laid for future Wii versions. There aren’t full-body controls, and the graphics could use improvement, but this isn’t meant to be a direct port of the PS2, 360 and PS3 versions. There is definite room for improvement, and I hope EA takes the time to make NBA Live 09 for the Wii a great game, but as it stands now, NBA Live 08 on the Wii is a pretty average game.

Pros: Wii controls aren’t actually too bad, and they improve some areas of the game, like shooting or the slam dunk contest.

Cons: Graphics are about two years behind, Family Play still plays the game for you like it did in Madden 08 on the Wii. Some major modes missing.

NBA Live 08 is rated E (Everyone) by the ESRB. This game can also be found on: PS2, PS3, and Xbox 360.