# EA SPORTS™ NBA LIVE Mobile

> Basketball Sim & Manager Game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1055502792](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1055502792)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1055502792`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Electronic Arts
- **Category:** Sports
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (503,896 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.01.02
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-28
- **First published:** 2016-07-05
- **Size:** 1.30 GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-08-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ea-sports-nba-live-mobile/id1055502792)
- **Website:** [http://www.ea.com/iphone](http://www.ea.com/iphone)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://tos.ea.com/legalapp/WEBPRIVACY/US/en/PC](http://tos.ea.com/legalapp/WEBPRIVACY/US/en/PC)

## Description

EA SPORTS NBA LIVE Mobile is a basketball sim and manager game for mobile with authentic NBA gameplay, live events, leagues, and team management.

Take control of iconic teams and players, compete in 5v5 and 3v3 modes, join Leagues, and conquer the NBA Tour and Rivals challenges. Optional in-game purchases of virtual currency unlock a random selection of virtual items to boost your roster and progress.

## Review summary

Reviews show the game is fun and engaging, with season-mode/roster-building as a core draw. However, frequent updates that removed or altered key features trigger nostalgia-based complaints. Players also push back on progression and monetization barriers (slow grinding, expensive packs) and request controller support. Occasional crashes further detract. Overall, the app has a loyal fan base and strong appeal, but needs feature restoration, better monetization balance, and controller support to satisfy a broader audience.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging basketball gameplay.
- Season mode and team-building features are a core draw and are missed when removed.
- Strong fan loyalty and positive sentiment from some players (some call it the best game ever).

### Cons

- Major changes to the game in updates removed or altered core features (season mode, auctions), causing nostalgia-driven dissatisfaction.
- Progression and monetization friction: slow grind, limited opportunities to reach goals, and pricey packs.
- Lack of controller support (requested by multiple users).
- Occasional crashes or exiting from the game affecting play sessions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1055502792)