NBA 2K3

 GameCube
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
Buy Now
Buy on
  1. GamePro
    100
    Unmatched in its field thanks to major improvements in every category combined with a deeply rewarding simulation experience.
  2. GamerWeb Nintendo
    92
    Simply put, NBA 2K3 is the best basketball game ever made.
  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    90
    While "Live" has made great strides this year, 2K3 is so far ahead of the curve, it's astounding. [Dec 2002, p.236]
    All this publication's reviews
  5. IGN
    87
    The most true-to-life representation of basketball in videogame form yet. That's not saying that it's perfect, but for its simulation value it's very hot.
  6. GameZone
    87
    Plays like an authentic NBA game. Teams shoot around the 40% Field goal percentage range, dunks are down, and finding the open man is essential. And I for one, am quite pleased.
  7. Nintendo Power
    84
    Sega's excellent NBA series takes another step toward perfection by paying more attention to basketball's nuances. [Nov 2002, p.224]
    All this publication's reviews
  8. GameSpot
    81
    Has some annoying flaws--the default passing system can be inaccurate, especially on the fast break, and there are some weird problems with shot selection--but in truth, these aren't flaws that dramatically hinder the gameplay experience.
  9. Yahoo!
    80
    About the only caveat one should offer when discussing NBA 2K3 is that the game is for the serious basketball fan. To have any fun with it, you have to play like you would in the real NBA.
  10. Nintendophiles
    65
    Street mode play feels like the same thing over and over again, and the franchise mode also lacks spice. It’s hard to play this game and have unique experiences.
  11. TotalGames.net
    60
    If you’re after a well–polished and accurate basketball simulator for solo play only, then NBA 2K3 is a good choice, but most people will be better off going for "NBA Street."
  12. Play Magazine
    60
    Although the player models look better than they do in EA's game, the movements aren't as fluid. Some of the animations (especially passing) are a little awkward. [Nov 2002, p.88]
    All this publication's reviews

Awards & Rankings

22
#22 Best GameCube Game of 2002

User Reviews

All reviews »
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 1 out of 4
  1. Giu
    Jun 3, 2003
    9
    The nba in your house!! This is the best nba title ever made, with great graphic, immense playability and a lot of game modes. Over all, take The nba in your house!! This is the best nba title ever made, with great graphic, immense playability and a lot of game modes. Over all, take a look to the franchise mode and the possibility of modify real players stats... … Full Review »
See all user reviews »