NBA Showtime: NBA on NBC is an arcade-style basketball game developed by Midway for the Nintendo 64 in 1999. Serving as a 3D successor to the legendary NBA Jam series, it brings fast-paced, 2-on-2 court action to the console. The game features the authentic broadcast presentation of the era, complete with oversized player models, gravity-defying dunks, and the iconic “on fire” mechanic that rewards consecutive scoring.
How to play: The objective is to outscore your opponent before the clock runs out. There are no fouls or free throws, encouraging aggressive steals and shoves. Making three unanswered baskets sets your player “on fire”, granting unlimited turbo and improved accuracy until the opponent scores. For the Nintendo 64 controls mapped to your keyboard, typically use the arrow keys to move, with keys like Z, X, C, and Shift for passing, shooting, turbo, and shoving.
Tips
- Manage your Turbo: The turbo meter depletes quickly. Save it for securing crucial rebounds, escaping defenders, or executing high-flying dunks.
- Alley-Oops: Pass the ball to your teammate while they are mid-air near the hoop to perform powerful alley-oop dunks.
- Defensive Shoving: Don’t hesitate to shove opponents on defense to steal the ball. It is perfectly legal and essential for stopping fast breaks.
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