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Arcade Hoops Are Back: NBA The Run Demoed!
29 Apr
Summary
- NBA The Run revives arcade basketball with 3-on-3 streetball action.
- Game features licensed NBA stars and original 'Street Legends'.
- Focuses on online tournaments with unique global court locations.
NBA The Run, an upcoming officially licensed arcade-style basketball game, is slated for release in 2026. Developed by Play By Play Studios, which includes former NBA Street and Electronic Arts veterans, the game aims to recapture the magic of classic arcade hoops.
The game will feature 30 licensed NBA superstars, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James, alongside original fictional 'Street Legends'. Gameplay shifts from traditional seasons to online-only knockout tournaments, with a solo experience centered on building reputation across international courts like Venice Beach and Dongdang in Beijing.
NBA The Run offers fast-paced, 3-on-3 full-court matches with accessible controls that still allow for mastery. Unique dunk inputs and randomized mid-match rules, such as 'Dunkfest,' encourage varied playstyles. The game utilizes a bold, cel-shaded visual style and employs rollback netcode for a smooth online experience.
Initially launching on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, NBA The Run will begin a closed beta on May 1 for PC via Steam. The developers are actively working on improving animations and gameplay elements ahead of the full launch.
