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− | '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' (NBA ジャム) is the first in a series of basketball games which carry the NBA license. Unlike the later ''NBA Live'' or ''NBA 2K'' series, the ''NBA Jam'' series is known for being more "arcade-style," with faster gameplay, fewer players on screen, and highly exaggerated dunks. The first game was released in 1993 in arcades and then ported to (among other consoles) the [[Sega Mega Drive]], [[Sega Game Gear]] and [[Sega Mega-CD]] | + | }} |
+ | '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' (NBA ジャム) is the first in a series of basketball games which carry the NBA license. Unlike the later ''NBA Live'' or ''NBA 2K'' series, the ''[[:Category:NBA Jam (franchise)|NBA Jam]]'' series is known for being more "arcade-style," with faster gameplay, fewer players on screen, and highly exaggerated dunks. The first game was released in 1993 in arcades and then ported to (among other consoles) the [[Sega Mega Drive]], [[Sega Game Gear]], and [[Sega Mega-CD]]. | ||
Later, a sequel named ''[[NBA Jam Tournament Edition]]'' was released on Sega consoles. | Later, a sequel named ''[[NBA Jam Tournament Edition]]'' was released on Sega consoles. | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
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The game puts two players per team on the basketball court. Each game consists of four quarters of three minutes each. The goal is to outscore the other team; baskets from within the three-point line are worth two points, and shots from outside of it are worth three points. A key feature of the game is the exaggerated nature of the play. Players can jump extremely high and make slam dunks that defy both human capabilities and the laws of physics. There are no fouls, free throws, or violations except goaltending and a 24-second shot clock. This means that the player is able to freely shove or elbow opponents out of the way. | The game puts two players per team on the basketball court. Each game consists of four quarters of three minutes each. The goal is to outscore the other team; baskets from within the three-point line are worth two points, and shots from outside of it are worth three points. A key feature of the game is the exaggerated nature of the play. Players can jump extremely high and make slam dunks that defy both human capabilities and the laws of physics. There are no fouls, free throws, or violations except goaltending and a 24-second shot clock. This means that the player is able to freely shove or elbow opponents out of the way. | ||
− | + | Players are moved around the court with the D-Pad. Players have a turbo meter that increases their running speed by holding {{B}}. The turbo meter is depleted as it is used, but it quickly recharges when it is not used. | |
− | + | The 16-bit versions of the game support up to four players simultaneously with the [[Team Player]], while the Game Gear version only supports one player. In one- and two-player games, players control one member of their respective teams and have AI-controlled teammates. The game can automatically switch control to whichever team member has the ball by enabling Tag Mode in the options. Unlike later games it is not possible to swap players at halftime. | |
− | The | + | The game also has a Computer Assistance feature enabled by default that increases the precision of the losing team's shots to ensure a more competitive game. |
− | + | If players enter their initials before starting a game, the game keeps track of their progress (using a [[battery backup]] on the Mega Drive, the console's internal memory on the Mega-CD, and passwords on the Game Gear). If a player defeats all 27 NBA teams, the game plays an ending with credits, and future matches have "Juice Mode" enabled (which makes players move much faster). | |
{{InfoTable|imagewidths=320| | {{InfoTable|imagewidths=320| | ||
+ | {{InfoRow | ||
+ | | title=Tip-Off | ||
+ | | screenshot=NBA Jam CD, Tip-Off.png | ||
+ | | desc=Each game starts with a tip-off, where a player from each team leaps with {{A}} for possession of the ball. Possession of the ball goes to the home team (team two) at the beginning of the second and fourth quarters and to the visiting team (team one) at the beginning of the third quarter, regardless of who wins the tip-off or who had possession of the ball at the end of the last quarter. | ||
+ | }} | ||
{{InfoRow | {{InfoRow | ||
| title=Defense | | title=Defense | ||
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| title=Offense | | title=Offense | ||
− | | screenshot=NBA Jam CD, Offense, | + | | screenshot=NBA Jam CD, Offense, Shoot.png |
− | | screenshot2=NBA Jam CD, Offense, | + | | screenshot2=NBA Jam CD, Offense, Protect.png |
− | | screenshot3=NBA Jam CD, Offense, | + | | screenshot3=NBA Jam CD, Offense, Dunk.png |
+ | | screenshot4=NBA Jam CD, Offense, Fire Dunk.png | ||
| tabs=yes | | tabs=yes | ||
| desc=When the player's team has possession of the ball, the player can perform a jump shot by holding {{A}}. The ball is released when the button is released; releasing the button at the apex of the leap leads to a more accurate shot but increases the risk of a defender blocking or stealing the ball. The player can perform a jump pass by pressing {{C}} while in the air. The player can fake out the other team by tapping {{A}}, but since this discontinues the player's dribble, the player can no longer move with the ball and must pass or shoot. The player can perform a lay-up or a dunk by pressing {{A}} while running near the basket with turbo. There are a number of different jams that are performed depending on the player's speed and positioning. | | desc=When the player's team has possession of the ball, the player can perform a jump shot by holding {{A}}. The ball is released when the button is released; releasing the button at the apex of the leap leads to a more accurate shot but increases the risk of a defender blocking or stealing the ball. The player can perform a jump pass by pressing {{C}} while in the air. The player can fake out the other team by tapping {{A}}, but since this discontinues the player's dribble, the player can no longer move with the ball and must pass or shoot. The player can perform a lay-up or a dunk by pressing {{A}} while running near the basket with turbo. There are a number of different jams that are performed depending on the player's speed and positioning. | ||
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===Roster=== | ===Roster=== | ||
+ | {{ScreenThumb|NBA Jam CD, Team Select.png|width=200|Team selection}} | ||
{| class="prettytable" | {| class="prettytable" | ||
− | ! Conference ! | + | ! rowspan="2" | Conference |
+ | ! rowspan="2" | Team | ||
+ | ! colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Players | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | ! Mega Drive/Game Gear !! Mega-CD | ||
|- | |- | ||
| rowspan="13" | Western | | rowspan="13" | Western | ||
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| Minnesota Timberwolves || Christian Laettner<br>Chuck Person || Christian Laettner<br>Isaiah Rider | | Minnesota Timberwolves || Christian Laettner<br>Chuck Person || Christian Laettner<br>Isaiah Rider | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | Phoenix Suns || Charles Barkley (REV00) | + | | Phoenix Suns || Charles Barkley (REV00)<br>Dan Majerle (REV01)<br>Kevin Johnson || Dan Majerle<br>Kevin Johnson |
|- | |- | ||
− | | Portland Blazers || Clyde Drexler<br>Terry Porter || Clyde Drexler<br>Cliff Robinson | + | | Portland Trail Blazers || Clyde Drexler<br>Terry Porter || Clyde Drexler<br>Cliff Robinson |
|- | |- | ||
| Sacramento Kings || Wayman Tisdale<br>Mitch Richmond || Wayman Tisdale<br>Mitch Richmond | | Sacramento Kings || Wayman Tisdale<br>Mitch Richmond || Wayman Tisdale<br>Mitch Richmond | ||
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| Chicago Bulls || Scottie Pippen<br>Horace Grant || Scottie Pippen<br>B.J. Armstrong | | Chicago Bulls || Scottie Pippen<br>Horace Grant || Scottie Pippen<br>B.J. Armstrong | ||
|- | |- | ||
− | | Cleveland | + | | Cleveland Cavaliers || Mark Price<br>Brad Daugherty || Mark Price<br>Brad Daugherty |
|- | |- | ||
| Detroit Pistons || Isiah Thomas<br>Bill Laimbeer || Terry Mills<br>Joe Dumars | | Detroit Pistons || Isiah Thomas<br>Bill Laimbeer || Terry Mills<br>Joe Dumars | ||
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| Washington Bullets || Tom Gugliotta<br>Harvey Grant || Tom Gugliotta<br>Calbert Cheaney | | Washington Bullets || Tom Gugliotta<br>Harvey Grant || Tom Gugliotta<br>Calbert Cheaney | ||
|} | |} | ||
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+ | ==History== | ||
+ | ===Development=== | ||
+ | A [[NBA Jam (Master System)|Sega Master System version]] was also planned at one stage, but was ultimately cancelled for unknown reasons. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Legacy=== | ||
+ | ''NBA Jam'' became one of the highest grossing arcade games of all time{{ref|https://www.vg247.com/top-10-highest-grossing-arcade-games-of-all-time}}, and the Mega Drive version was one of the top-selling games for that platform in the United States.{{ref|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_best-selling_Sega_Genesis_games}} | ||
+ | |||
+ | The game spawned a number of sequels and spin-offs, including ''[[NBA Jam Tournament Edition]]'', ''[[College Slam]]'', and ''[[NBA Hang Time]]''. It also inspired several imitators, such as ''[[Barkley Shut Up and Jam!]]'', ''[[Jammit]]'', and ''[[Space Jam]]''. [[Midway]] adapted the formula of fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay to other sports, including the ''[[:Category:NFL Blitz|NFL Blitz]]'' series. | ||
==Versions== | ==Versions== | ||
The [[Sega Mega-CD]] version features an updated player roster and higher-quality music and voice samples but introduces significant load times. | The [[Sega Mega-CD]] version features an updated player roster and higher-quality music and voice samples but introduces significant load times. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Production credits== | ||
+ | ===Mega Drive and Game Gear versions=== | ||
+ | {{creditstable| | ||
+ | *'''Developed by:''' [[Iguana Entertainment|Team Iguana]], [[Acclaim White Team]] "Delivers the facial!" | ||
+ | *'''Producer:''' Dan Feinstein "Everything is gonna be everything" | ||
+ | *'''Associate Producer:''' Asif Chaudhri "Brooklyn's in the house, peace and I'm out!" | ||
+ | *'''Support Team:''' Jane Biddle-Fenn "Go on witch 'ya bad self!", Eric Kuby "Umm... you've got the wrong Eric", Brett Gow "Does this look normal to you?", Tom Rademacher "And Paul Lynn... oh." | ||
+ | *'''Special Thanks to:''' Doug "Spellin'" Yellin, Paul Dussalt, Mark Turmell, and the whole [[Williams]] team | ||
+ | | source=In-game credits{{ref|1=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR7D78wX_Z4}}{{ref|1=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PH4oVTJIYo}} | ||
+ | | console=MD,GG | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Mega-CD version=== | ||
+ | {{creditstable| | ||
+ | *'''Developed by:''' [[Iguana Entertainment|Team Iguana]], [[Acclaim White Team]] "Why? Because we like you" | ||
+ | *'''Producer:''' Dan Feinstein "Bubble bubble toil and trouble" | ||
+ | *'''Associate Producer:''' Asif Chaudhri "Whats a summer?" | ||
+ | *'''Support Team:''' Elizabeth Burgess "Yes I am...", Eric Kuby "What do you mean? It smells like leather", Brett Gow "You can not beat the king", Mark Thienvanick "I love this job", Alex Delucia "I am done with this guy.", Shawn Rosen "I am sticking to my theory" | ||
+ | *'''Special Thanks to:''' Paul Dussalt, Mark Turmell, Jamie Rivett, Sal Divita, and the whole [[Williams]] team | ||
+ | | source=In-game credits{{ref|1=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-_89qkuRI0}} | ||
+ | | console=MCD | ||
+ | }} | ||
==Magazine articles== | ==Magazine articles== | ||
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| cart=NBAJam MD JP Cart.jpg | | cart=NBAJam MD JP Cart.jpg | ||
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| region=EU | | region=EU | ||
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− | | carttop= | + | | carttop=NBA Jam Mega Drive EU Cart Top.jpg |
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| console=Mega Drive | | console=Mega Drive | ||
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+ | | carttop=NBA Jam Mega Drive EU Cart Top.jpg | ||
+ | | cartback=NBA Jam Mega Drive EU Cart Back.jpg | ||
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| cart=NBAJam MD EU Cart.jpg | | cart=NBAJam MD EU Cart.jpg | ||
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| back=NBAJam MCD JP Box Back.jpg | | back=NBAJam MCD JP Box Back.jpg | ||
| square=yes | | square=yes | ||
− | | spinecard= | + | | spinecard=NBAJamCD MCD JP Spinecard.jpg |
| disc=NBAJam MCD JP Disc.jpg | | disc=NBAJam MCD JP Disc.jpg | ||
+ | | manual=NBA Jam MCD J Manual.PDF | ||
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System(s): Sega Mega Drive, Sega Mega-CD, Sega Game Gear | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Publisher: Arena Entertainment (US,EU) Acclaim Japan (JP) Acclaim Entertainment (US,EU) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Developer: Iguana Entertainment | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Distributor: Ecofilmes (PT) SF Interactive Media (SE rental) Tec Toy (BR) Buena Vista Home Entertainment Spain (ES) Sega-Ozisoft (AU) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Licensor: Midway Manufacturing, NBA Properties | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Original system(s): Midway T-Unit | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sound driver: GEMS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Peripherals supported: Mega Net 2 Team Player | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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NBA Jam (NBA ジャム) is the first in a series of basketball games which carry the NBA license. Unlike the later NBA Live or NBA 2K series, the NBA Jam series is known for being more "arcade-style," with faster gameplay, fewer players on screen, and highly exaggerated dunks. The first game was released in 1993 in arcades and then ported to (among other consoles) the Sega Mega Drive, Sega Game Gear, and Sega Mega-CD.
Later, a sequel named NBA Jam Tournament Edition was released on Sega consoles.
Contents
Gameplay
The game puts two players per team on the basketball court. Each game consists of four quarters of three minutes each. The goal is to outscore the other team; baskets from within the three-point line are worth two points, and shots from outside of it are worth three points. A key feature of the game is the exaggerated nature of the play. Players can jump extremely high and make slam dunks that defy both human capabilities and the laws of physics. There are no fouls, free throws, or violations except goaltending and a 24-second shot clock. This means that the player is able to freely shove or elbow opponents out of the way.
Players are moved around the court with the D-Pad. Players have a turbo meter that increases their running speed by holding . The turbo meter is depleted as it is used, but it quickly recharges when it is not used.
The 16-bit versions of the game support up to four players simultaneously with the Team Player, while the Game Gear version only supports one player. In one- and two-player games, players control one member of their respective teams and have AI-controlled teammates. The game can automatically switch control to whichever team member has the ball by enabling Tag Mode in the options. Unlike later games it is not possible to swap players at halftime.
The game also has a Computer Assistance feature enabled by default that increases the precision of the losing team's shots to ensure a more competitive game.
If players enter their initials before starting a game, the game keeps track of their progress (using a battery backup on the Mega Drive, the console's internal memory on the Mega-CD, and passwords on the Game Gear). If a player defeats all 27 NBA teams, the game plays an ending with credits, and future matches have "Juice Mode" enabled (which makes players move much faster).
Roster
Conference | Team | Players | |||
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Western | Dallas Mavericks | Derek Harper Jim Jackson |
Jim Jackson Jamal Mashburn | ||
Denver Nuggets | Dikembe Mutombo LaPhonso Ellis |
Dikembe Mutombo Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf | |||
Golden State Warriors | Tim Hardaway Chris Mullin |
Chris Webber Latrell Sprewell | |||
Houston Rockets | Hakeem Olajuwon Vernon Maxwell |
Hakeem Olajuwon Vernon Maxwell | |||
L.A. Clippers | Danny Manning Ron Harper |
Pooh Richardson Ron Harper | |||
L.A. Lakers | Vlade Divac James Worthy |
Vlade Divac Nick Van Exel | |||
Minnesota Timberwolves | Christian Laettner Chuck Person |
Christian Laettner Isaiah Rider | |||
Phoenix Suns | Charles Barkley (REV00) Dan Majerle (REV01) Kevin Johnson |
Dan Majerle Kevin Johnson | |||
Portland Trail Blazers | Clyde Drexler Terry Porter |
Clyde Drexler Cliff Robinson | |||
Sacramento Kings | Wayman Tisdale Mitch Richmond |
Wayman Tisdale Mitch Richmond | |||
San Antonio Spurs | David Robinson Sean Elliott |
David Robinson Chuck Person | |||
Seattle Supersonics | Shawn Kemp Detlef Schrempf |
Shawn Kemp Detlef Schrempf | |||
Utah Jazz | Karl Malone John Stockton |
Karl Malone John Stockton | |||
Eastern | Atlanta Hawks | Dominique Wilkins Stacey Augmon |
Stacey Augmon Mookie Blaylock | ||
Boston Celtics | Dee Brown Robert Parish |
Dee Brown Dominique Wilkins | |||
Charlotte Hornets | Larry Johnson Alonzo Mourning |
Larry Johnson Alonzo Mourning | |||
Chicago Bulls | Scottie Pippen Horace Grant |
Scottie Pippen B.J. Armstrong | |||
Cleveland Cavaliers | Mark Price Brad Daugherty |
Mark Price Brad Daugherty | |||
Detroit Pistons | Isiah Thomas Bill Laimbeer |
Terry Mills Joe Dumars | |||
Indiana Pacers | Reggie Miller Derrick McKey |
Reggie Miller Rik Smits | |||
Miami Heat | Rony Seikaly Harold Miner |
Rony Seikaly Glen Rice | |||
Milwaukee Bucks | Brad Lohaus Blue Edwards |
Vin Baker Eric Murdock | |||
New Jersey Nets | Derrick Coleman Kenny Anderson |
Derrick Coleman Kenny Anderson | |||
New York Knicks | Patrick Ewing John Starks |
Patrick Ewing John Starks | |||
Orlando Magic | Nick Anderson Scott Skiles |
Nick Anderson Penny Hardaway | |||
Philadelphia 76ers | Clarence Weatherspoon Jeff Hornacek |
Clarence Weatherspoon Jeff Malone | |||
Washington Bullets | Tom Gugliotta Harvey Grant |
Tom Gugliotta Calbert Cheaney |
History
Development
A Sega Master System version was also planned at one stage, but was ultimately cancelled for unknown reasons.
Legacy
NBA Jam became one of the highest grossing arcade games of all time[25], and the Mega Drive version was one of the top-selling games for that platform in the United States.[26]
The game spawned a number of sequels and spin-offs, including NBA Jam Tournament Edition, College Slam, and NBA Hang Time. It also inspired several imitators, such as Barkley Shut Up and Jam!, Jammit, and Space Jam. Midway adapted the formula of fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay to other sports, including the NFL Blitz series.
Versions
The Sega Mega-CD version features an updated player roster and higher-quality music and voice samples but introduces significant load times.
Production credits
Mega Drive and Game Gear versions
- Developed by: Team Iguana, Acclaim White Team "Delivers the facial!"
- Producer: Dan Feinstein "Everything is gonna be everything"
- Associate Producer: Asif Chaudhri "Brooklyn's in the house, peace and I'm out!"
- Support Team: Jane Biddle-Fenn "Go on witch 'ya bad self!", Eric Kuby "Umm... you've got the wrong Eric", Brett Gow "Does this look normal to you?", Tom Rademacher "And Paul Lynn... oh."
- Special Thanks to: Doug "Spellin'" Yellin, Paul Dussalt, Mark Turmell, and the whole Williams team
Mega-CD version
- Developed by: Team Iguana, Acclaim White Team "Why? Because we like you"
- Producer: Dan Feinstein "Bubble bubble toil and trouble"
- Associate Producer: Asif Chaudhri "Whats a summer?"
- Support Team: Elizabeth Burgess "Yes I am...", Eric Kuby "What do you mean? It smells like leather", Brett Gow "You can not beat the king", Mark Thienvanick "I love this job", Alex Delucia "I am done with this guy.", Shawn Rosen "I am sticking to my theory"
- Special Thanks to: Paul Dussalt, Mark Turmell, Jamie Rivett, Sal Divita, and the whole Williams team
Magazine articles
- Main article: NBA Jam/Magazine articles.
Promotional material
- Main article: NBA Jam/Promotional material.
Physical scans
Mega Drive version
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Game Gear version
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Technical information
- Main article: NBA Jam/Technical information.
References
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