NBA 2K23

NBA 2K23for Windows

Rating
4.8
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App info

LAST UPDATED:
2023-01-17
DEVELOPER:
Take-Two Interactive Software
LICENSE:
Free to try
VERSION:
2022/07/18
DOWNLOADS:
329
OPERATING SYSTEM:
Windows
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Thomas Lucero
Thomas Lucero
Appsitory Reviewer

A fresh NBA 2K game sequel

NBA 2K23 is the sequel to the famous basketball simulation series. In the new part, you can test your skills against the best world-famous players and show your talent in MyCAREER and The W modes. Other modes, such as MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The City, are also available. The Jordan Challenge allows you to go through the entire career of Michael Jordan, from college to playing in the NBA and the USA national team. We will tell you more about this game.

What is this game?

NBA 2K23 is a sports simulator of the most popular basketball league that allows you to create your dynasty and turn your players into world stars. You can now squeak your cool sneakers on the floor as the superb Michael Jordan, going back in time and tracing the entire career of the titled athlete. The NBA legend teaches you about life and the basics of basketball.

In career mode, your players build their destiny through the minor leagues, but the final result will give you an incredible cruise ship where you can take an exciting voyage across the seas and oceans. Sometimes your ship will dock at resort shores to let you show local sports fans your skills and emotions of excellence.

At the same time, the series is constantly evolving. NBA 2K23 is working on the shortcomings of its predecessor: for example, developers are correcting three-point field goals and connecting their likelihood of hitting more closely to players' skills. New players have a shot counter that improves their accuracy over time. The gameplay is pleasantly demanding as "hit-and-run" methods don't work. Instead, you have to unleash your talents and score more goals to the basket.

Gameplay

Gameplay innovations are limited to the new competitive 1x1 mode, where basketball players should improve their defensive skills and prevent their opponents from performing an effective attack. The MyTeam mode got some new settings and sportsman cards, while classic 5x5 and 2x2 matches remain without any significant innovations and improvements.

The gameplay has the following innovations:

  • The developers have improved the shot system. Now the success of a shot depends on several factors, including the speed of a shot, its height, time, and the level of the opponent's defense;

  • The Pro Stick system has been improved;

  • A stamina index was designed. It prevents players from being much productive and limits them after a certain period of active actions;

  • New modes were added, including Jordan Challenge, Seasons, Myteam, MyNBA, and others;

  • The open game world. Everything is not limited to a gym and locker room in this simulator. You can walk around a huge city, completing quests and interacting with various characters.

Storyline

NBA 2K23 has a story mode, but it is designed more for amateurs than for the primary category of sport simulator fans. However, the fans of the series who actively follow the development of events may be interested in learning the story of the main characters who dream of becoming the stars of the big sport and playing on the same pitch as their idols. Going through the career mode, you will gradually achieve success until you and your team become world champions.

Career mode

NBA 2K23 combines modern basketball moments with nostalgia when choosing teams, players, and game modes. The famous "Jordan" is also included: you go through the most critical events and games of Michael Jordan's legendary career at 15 stages of the game. The game presents events from MJ's career with great attention to detail, such as retro image filters and comments. This type of game has a clean atmosphere and immediately picks up basketball fans at first glance.

MyNBA mode allows you to create your own leagues and customize them with many options if necessary. Drafts and constant rule changes create a unique dynamic and will enable you to acquire your players as part of the extended daily life of the league.

The career is the heart of the game. You start as a newcomer and go through a richly-staged career. Away from the matches, you can explore the world called The City, completing training missions and building a fan base.

MyTeam is the last primary game mode. It is similar to the Ultimate Team mode from the FIFA series. Your goal here is to create a team, collect bonuses that change daily, and successfully pass challenges and games in single-player and multiplayer modes.

Atmosphere

Imagine yourself as a basketball player at a crucial match. The clock is ticking, and the roar of the crowd gets louder as the ball is passed to you. You rush around the court with the ball in your hand, dribbling it and dodging your opponents as the timer for the shot stops. Seconds are counted down as you shoot from outside the three-point line. The signal sounds, but the ball hits the basket, and the crowd goes mad as you finish this game with a 1-point difference. NBA 2K23 can give you these unforgettable emotions.

Why should you play this game?

The game combines the best features of the basketball series. This is almost the perfect basketball game: excellently presented, incredible, and with low system requirements. NBA 2K23 drags you in from the first minutes with its many details and features. The combination of nostalgia, the game itself, and the battle for supremacy works very well.

NBA 2K23 is a beautiful sports game. The presentation of the matches and sportsmen is like being on TV. The overall picture is impressive due to authentic comments, a happy audience, and various details like cheerleaders and dancing fans with mascots.


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Pros
  • A wide range of NBA 2K23 game versions
  • Four iconic athlete cover stars
  • Truckloads of pre-order benefits
  • Supports cross-gen access
Cons
  • No cross-play support
  • Physical WNBA edition is limited to the US region only
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