NBA Bounce (2025) · Tastebuds

Step onto the court with your favorite NBA team and mascots. Dribble, dunk, unlock gear, and play solo or with friends in fun game modes.

Sport Arcade Kids PartyXbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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Warm, plot-driven, contemporary and classical in form.

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classical in formformally daring
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MKAU GamingStacie CottonOct 20258/10
Overall, this is a hard game to score as it is aimed at a younger audience. While I personally became disengaged after a few hours, the plethora of modes and content for children, along with the overall quality of the experience, make it a great sports game for any wee ones to enjoy. The ball is definitely in the court, and a slam dunk to keep the children occupied.
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PS4Blog.netOct 20257.5/10
Fast-paced, family-friendly basketball experience on Switch
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Video ChumsA.J. MaciejewskiNov 20257.6/10
NBA BOUNCE is a super-fun and very simple basketball game that's easy to enjoy for everyone with its intuitive gameplay and cute graphics that are made even more endearing by the playable and adorable interpretations of each team's mascot; very cool! 🏀
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FingerGunsRossko KenistonOct 20256/10
A fun 'all ages welcome' pick up and play NBA title, that does away with the excess and offers a light-hearted, enjoyable enough take on basketball. It's asking price leaves a lot to be desired, mind.
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Rectify GamingWill "FncWill" HogeweideOct 20256.5/10
NBA Bounce is a fun afternoon distraction that kids will enjoy, but it’s also a reminder that not every officially licensed game earns its price tag. What’s here is serviceable and occasionally charming, but the shallow gameplay, missing features, and awkward mascot focus make it feel like a layup that barely hits the rim. Its family-friendly gameplay and mascot charm can’t make up for its steep price, lack of online play, and uneven team representation. It’s a game that wants to celebrate the NBA’s fun side, but ends up bouncing a little too high for what it delivers.
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About the game

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Outright Games
Publisher: Outright Games
Released: September 26, 2025
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Engine: Unity

IGDB rating 7.6/10 from 1 ratings.

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