Super Nintendo · Sports
NBA Live 97
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | EA Sports |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | NBA Live |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
NBA Live 97 is a sports game released in 1996 for the Super Nintendo, developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts.
It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, FIFA 97 and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!. Among the 209 SNES sports games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the NBA Live series; on the SNES you can also try NBA Live 95, NBA Live 98 and NBA Live 96. The series also appears on other systems with NBA Live 2001 (PS1) and NBA Live 2003 (PS1). EA Sports also made NHL '94, NHL 98 and Madden NFL 97 for the SNES.
NBA Live 97 supports up to 5 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing NBA Live 97 is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
NBA Live 97 cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Team 1 Points Modifier | 7e465bxx |
|---|---|
| Team 2 Points Modifier | 7e45f5xx |
NBA Live 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for NBA Live 97.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
NBA Live 97 FAQ
When did NBA Live 97 come out on the SNES?
NBA Live 97 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.
Who made NBA Live 97?
It was developed by EA Sports and published by Electronic Arts.
Is NBA Live 97 multiplayer?
Yes. NBA Live 97 supports up to 5 players.
How long does NBA Live 97 take to play?
As a sports game, NBA Live 97 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about NBA Live 97 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.