Midway's NBA Ballers franchise apparently did better than we thought. Well enough, at least, that the Chicago-based developer is going to give the series a proper next-gen update with a whole new engine, fancy new visuals, 65+ NBA players, a new action movie-style camera, online play, and the ability to use a NBA player's "Shut 'Em Down" moves.

"NBA Ballers: Chosen One will allow players to live the life of an NBA superstar," said Steve Allison, chief marketing officer, Midway. "Featuring new competitive combo and super-move systems, the NBA Ballers Franchise returns with the amazing realistic graphics for which the franchise is known as players take part in the ultimate challenge to become the next 'Chosen One."

And there you have it. Click the screenshot/movie links at the top of the page to check out the new engine in action, and we'll have more for you soon.