A streamlined MyCareer mode, additions to MyNBA Eras, and more should make this a classic.
However, microtransactions litter nearly every meaningful mode, ruining what would be a stellar entry.
With 2K’s latest release, NBA 2K24, however, things do change.
Disclaimer: This review was made possible by a review code provided by 2K.
The company did not see the contents of the review before publishing.
In the end, though, 2K24 is a visual marvel for sports titles.
ProPLAY is a new way for the 2K franchise to show animations and movement in the game.
That results in some surprisingly stellar animations in 2K24.
Shooting and dribbling in 2K24 also feel a bit more forgiving than in years past.
2K24’s new ProPLAY system allows for the most lifelike animations to date in a 2K game.
Defense also received a tiny upgrade in 2K24 thanks to the ProPLAY system.
Now, both perimeter and paint defense are more effective thanks to the increased responsiveness.
Still, though, defensive gameplay as a whole does feel better.
The mode allows for players to start up a franchise in whatever “era” of basketball they choose.
When it comes to game modes, the two core ones in the 2K series are MyTeam and MyCareer.
Players can still build up a team of stars by collecting cards and completing collections.
MyCareer features some streamlined changes, which are great for hardcore players.
This change goes hand-in-hand with MyCareer’s other big change, a “GOAT” tracker.
The mode also features a new, streamlined way to play in the form of “Key Games.”
Moments include your debut as a rookie, playing against current legends of the game, and more.
Nearly every single aspect of 2K24’s MyCareer mode is laden with VC-funded activities.
Much like past MyCareer modes, 2K24 features The City, a hub world for players to explore.
It’s here where the reliance on VC becomes a real issue.
MyCareer and MyTeam’s heavy reliance on microtransactions is becoming a huge issue.
That’s not to say that grinding and playing the game without spending a dime isn’t possible.
NBA 2K24: Should you play it?
It features incredible animations and solid gameplay that feels like you’re playing and watching the real sport.
However, the heavy pushing of microtransactions in the game feels almost too much this year.
It’s nothing new to the franchise, and something that fans complain about almost regularly.
