Basketball Classics

December 18, 2019 Acclaim
Simulator Sport Strategy Indie Arcade
PS4 Linux PC Mac Switch
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5 on 5 Pro Basketball born from the golden era of sports games. This spiritual successor to the 8-bit ballers bridges the gap between retro and today’s simulation games.

Side-scrolling, sweaty arcade action with simplified 3-button gameplay and retro vibes galore. Explore decades of rosters featuring 160+ teams and 800+ players – all with individualized attributes. Introducing the first seamless play calling system of its kind, along with sensational cut scenes. Single player Story Mode unlocks secret teams or engage in endless scream-inducing local multiplayer.

Lace up those hi-tops, hot shot. It's time to show us what you got.
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Release Date December 18, 2019
Publisher Acclaim
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer
Basketball Classics

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