NBA 2K24

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Rating

Graphics and Sound

Controls

Gameplay

Lasting Appeal

Unrivaled On-Court Realism (ProPLAY): The animation fidelity and player authenticity are unmatched in sports gaming, especially on current-gen.
Refined Gameplay Mechanics: Improved shooting, dribbling, and defensive systems offer a deeper, more skill-based basketball experience.
Mamba Moments: A heartfelt and well-executed tribute mode to Kobe Bryant.
Extensive Game Modes: Offers a vast array of options from franchise management (MyNBA Eras) to card collecting (MyTEAM) and player career (MyCAREER).
Cross-Play (Current-Gen Consoles): Greatly enhances the online multiplayer experience by connecting PS5 and Xbox Series X/S players.
Top-Tier Presentation: Excellent graphics, immersive stadium atmosphere, dynamic commentary, and authentic sound design create a broadcast-like feel.

Aggressive Microtransactions: The most significant drawback, making progression in MyCAREER and MyTEAM feel heavily gated by Virtual Currency (VC) purchases.
“Pay-to-Progress” Mentality: Creates a frustrating grind for free-to-play players in popular online modes, pushing them towards spending real money.
Linear MyCAREER Story: The narrative in MyCAREER is often seen as uninspired and a thin veneer over the progression grind.
Outdated PC Version: The PC version is based on the last-gen console version, lacking the advanced ProPLAY technology and graphical enhancements of current-gen.
Grind Fatigue: The sheer amount of time or money required to upgrade players and teams can lead to player burnout.
Uninspired Rewards: Rewards for completing activities often feel insufficient given the investment required.