Why It Ranks
“The basketball simulation with no equal.” — The Basketball King. Scored 21/30.
Score Breakdown
The Review
NBA 2K is the best-playing sports simulation on the market. The dribbling mechanics, the shot timing, and the player animations create basketball that looks and feels almost indistinguishable from a broadcast. MyCareer's story mode has featured Hollywood actors and branching narratives, and the competitive online scene is thriving. Visual Concepts' attention to detail — from shoe squeaks to crowd reactions — is unmatched in sports gaming.
Fun Fact
NBA 2K24's cover athlete Kobe Bryant edition sold out within hours, with copies reselling for over $200 on secondary markets.
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