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10Even so, the combination of sublime gameplay, unprecedented level of compelling historic team matchups, and an excellent update to My Player puts NBA 2K12 at a level no hoops game has ever been. The absolute mountaintop.
NBA 2K12
Visual Concepts · Oct 4, 2011
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For its 2K12 edition, the NBA 2K franchise is back and bigger than ever, providing fans with the opportunity they've always dreamed of -- to finally end the debate as to who are the best teams and players of all time with the all-new NBA's Greatest Mode. Featuring 15 NBA legends (including Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Dr. J.) as well as all of your favorite NBA players of today, NBA 2K12 is packed with new and exciting features. Along with innovative gameplay features such as Total Shot Stick Control and a new Post Game System, NBA 2K12 puts fans center court for an unprecedented basketball experience.
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- Game Trailers9.2Though the lack of competition often results in complacency, the NBA 2K team hasn’t stopped refining, tweaking, and improving its game. The additions to the my player mode alone are worth the price of admission, and those who grew up playing Lakers vs. Celtics and other classic 16-bit basketball games will love being able to play as their favorite athletes with a modern-day presentation. While the NBA’s greatest mode could have benefitted from more depth, the improved gameplay means that NBA 2K12 has once again earned a spot in the starting lineup.
- PlayStation Universe8.5The NBA2K series is again at the top of its game with this latest installment. It is a glorious experience into the realm of professional basketball that should not be missed. Whether you create a rookie to take through the paces, or start off with a professional team in season play, you will not find a more enjoyable basketball game on PlayStation 3.
- PlayStation Universe8.5The NBA2K series is again at the top of its game with this latest installment. It is a glorious experience into the realm of professional basketball that should not be missed. Whether you create a rookie to take through the paces, or start off with a professional team in season play, you will not find a more enjoyable basketball game on PlayStation 3.
- The Escapist9.0Last year's NBA 2K11 opened up with Michael Jordan's entrance from the tunnel to the adulation of the Chicago Stadium crowd and the flavor of the entire game was tinted red as you guided His Airness through his storied career. The experience was special for a sports game, and while 2K12 offers many improvements on the various modes, I never felt so engaged. NBA 2K12 is an excellent game, but it just doesn't capture the magic of an overall theme like its predecessor did.
- Inside Gaming9.5A wonderfully tasty mix of presentation and solid gameplay make this game a keeper, even in a year when the actual NBA may never appear. Visual Concepts continues to set the bar for NBA videogames despite no direct competition from EA for the second straight year. So much for becoming complacent. In my mind, the decision to pick up this game is a fast break slam dunk.
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