Customers value the impressive graphics and enjoyable gameplay of NBA 2K17, frequently praising the game's realism and the enhanced career mode. Positive feedback also highlights the game's controls and features, along with the improved storyline. While some players noted occasional lag and issues with roster updates, the overall reception of NBA 2K17 is overwhelmingly positive.
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Features, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Classic Video Game
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NBA 2K has been a staple in our gaming inventory for at least 10 years and ti will continue to stay in the rotation. Every year they successfully update the game play, features and special bonuses. Well worth the money!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great basketball game
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I started playing the 2k series in 2014 and the gameplay has gotten better. It isn't perfect but the game does offer a lot of online modes as well as offline. The graphics are good. Though some of the players bodies are too thin and don't resemble their real life counter part that doesn't take away from the experience. I mainly play the my career portion of the game and enjoy the details they've added this year. Off days offer a a variety of events such as optional practices, event appearances and mandatory practice. Having the option to decline one or the other is great and you can also do all of them if you manage your time correctly. The broadcasting and sound affects are great. 2k did a good job on making the arenas feel unique. Staples center is loud!!! The only draw back is the change in gameplay, lay ups and free throws are very inconsistent and that may anger you from time to time. Lay ups have to be timed now just like shots. Also 2k did a good job in preventing players from creating 7 ft superstars. Weight, height etc all matter now when creating your player so choose wisely and take your time when creating your myplayer. Anyway i would recommend the game if you're a basketball fan.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics, Realism
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hard to improve something already great, but...
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The realism of the game is great. You really feel like you're a part of a real game. The smoothness of the game play is much more realistic. The images and character detail is much better. The flexibility in GM mode is really good. It's a great game!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Career mode, Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Game Play
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I've purchased 2K every year since A.I was on the cover andcI must say this is the best one yet, Realistic Graphics and Game play. Also, the story mode has an actual story line behind it as opposed to previous years. Great Pick Up
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2K does it again
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If you're looking for the most realistic basketball game, look no further than NBA 2K17. In depth game modes, solid controls, and flawless graphics. Only complaint is the usual server issues that 2K still needs to work on
I would recommend this to a friend
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Career mode, Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great play mode than last year!
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You have good online match up with friends.The Park graphic better than last year. You have better my player badgers in career mode. You have more shots secelection than last year.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another Valid Effort for 2k
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The game is another great addition to the 2k series. There are a variety of in-depth game modes at your disposal. Whether you want to take the reigns of the front office or be involved in the on-court action you have options. The game play has bolstered it animations and slightly improved the a.i.. There are no huge improvements in game modes or graphics. However, subtle improvements to game play, modes, and things like arenas and myplayer/court enhancements adds enough to the already great basketball simulator.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Career mode, Features, Game play
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BASKETBALL
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Love the new features and online play. The story line in mycarrer mode is nice too
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great game for NBA fans
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This is a great game. The story line is fantastic. It really allows to become a virtual member of the NBA. They took it up level from 2k16 by allowing you to get into the personal life of your character and make more decisions in who your character becomes. It is very fun and entertaining game. I definitely recommend it if you are a fan of basketball.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nba 2k17 - Playstation 4
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This is the best NBA game out there or perhaps ever made. In the my park version you can wait your turn to play and immediately jump in with a friend. I love the online coop to play with my friends. Graphics and presentation are amazing. Controls are amazing as well. Passes are very crisp and makes the game feel life like. Love this game!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Another Great NBA2K Game!
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This game is great...I buy NBA 2k every year, and this one continues the tradition of high quality basketball gaming. Controls are pretty similar to last year, graphics are great with new features, nice presentation and interesting updates with the My player feature as well. If you are looking for a great basketball videogame, here it is!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Career mode
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best 2K yet.
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They improved the career mode tenfold, added expansion teams, has the best soundtrack of any sports game, and actually produced great player models for this year. The AI is still broken on Hall of Fame and the graphics are getting long in the tooth, but this is the best 2K entry yet, and arguably the best sports game of all time.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Game
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NBA is always one of the best games and this edition didnt disappoint. Great graphics and gameplay as always!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid entry in a long-running series
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If you're a gamer and an NBA fan, by now you know the drill...the 2K franchise dominates the market. Sure you can find copies of NBA Live occupying clearance bins at your local gamer stop place, but let's be real...the only true NBA game is the annual 2K entry. So a bit of laziness is bound to set in.
NBA2K17 doesn't break new ground. It doesn't redefine basketball gaming as you know it. And that's kinda okay. For the last few years, NBA2K has refined the game down to a point where there's just not much to add. Changes are mostly cosmetic. A plethora of the usual game modes are available: MyGM, MyPlayer, Franchise, MyTeam, and Blacktop modes, to hit the highlights. Console players now have the option of scanning their face into their MyPlayer using the NBA 2k app. Beware though, some of the results can be truly frightening, with distended eyeballs or melted facial features. Clearly still a work in progress there...Online servers continue to be spotty as well in this new entry, which is NOTHING new to the series.
The biggest issue I have is the continued fleecing of the fans when it comes to VC. For gamers interested in the online game modes of MyTeam or Blacktop, prepare to open your wallets in order to compete with others who WILL pay to advance. Like all DLC, it's just not going away and is a part of the franchise now, for better or worse.
That being said there is a lot to like about this entry as well - the game modes themselves offer variety, the pro stick moves offer even better control this year, and the graphics are pretty solid. Basically, this does nothing to hurt the brand, but nothing to advance it either. If you're going to buy a basketball game in 2016-2017, it's going to be 2K, so just buy the game. You know exactly what you're going to get, and that's both good and bad news for couch-bound ballers everywhere.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Game play, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Game
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This game continues to improve every year. From graphics to gameplay, it is astounding this franchise improves yearly given how amazing the previous year's were. This is the deepest sports game there is, with so many different modes to engage in. A must have for any sports fan
I would recommend this to a friend
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Career mode, Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NBA is back!
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I love this game, I get it every year. They have made better improvements to the career mode. The regular gameplay is very similar with some tweaks to improve the defense. All in all it's the same game they always provide but updated graphics and a different story mode.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
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I love this game! Best Nba 2k ever. I can’t wait for the 2k18 to come out.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics, Realism
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great graphics
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This game looks like you are watching a real NBA game. Tattoos, hair, and some players' faces are very realistic. Mostly play MyPark online which tends to lag a bit when joining a park. Overall good buy and will continue buying NBA 2K games.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Graphics
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NBA2k17 Fan
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Have always been a fan of the franchise. I like the graphics and especially the new story line in mycareer, like it better than last years. you have more control in my career in what you want to do during your days off and i like that
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
WOW!!!!!!!
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I liked 2k16 a lot. I expected a slight improvement with 2k17, which is a standard expectation with most sports titles. WOW!! I am blown away by how great this game looks and plays. It appears that every aspect of the game has been tweaked. The 2k team really did a great job giving each star player their own identity. I have never really felt that way before. In the past I didn't notice much of a difference between star players and players off the bench. This year is different. I don't know if it was a focus on AI or what, but whatever it is, it works. This is a great pickup for any NBA fans out there. Even if you own 2k16, it is worth picking this up. I hope other sport franchises take note of what the 2k team has done here and begin modeling their teams after 2k's.....WELL DONE!!