ESPN NBA 2K5

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Sep 30, 2004
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
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  1. RewiredMind
    70
    An incredibly sold game. The on-court action is on a par with NBA Live and for the price £19.99, you can’t really go wrong. The atmosphere of the arenas and the passion of the fans is there, the gameplay is there, and a huge chunk of addictiveness is certainly there.
  2. Gamers Europe
    70
    It might not be a slam dunk, but NBA 2K5 is as sweet as the swish of any three pointer.
  3. Boomtown
    70
    It doesn’t take too long to get the hang of things, and while more professional moves will take practise, feeling like each match relies on you isn’t too far away.
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Awards & Rankings

30
#30 Best PS2 Game of 2004
48
#48 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
69
#69 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 39
  3. Negative: 7 out of 39
  1. CDXX
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    ESPN NBA 2K5 is a fantastic game, containing many modes and tons of players to use in said modes. If you find yourself growing tired of theESPN NBA 2K5 is a fantastic game, containing many modes and tons of players to use in said modes. If you find yourself growing tired of the 2005 roster, you can try out their other options like Scramble and Fantasy. "Scramble" collects the Starting 5 of every team and randomly places five onto two teams. You and your opponent can either get lucky, grabbing key players like Kobe or TMac. Or you can find yourself stuck playing catch up with your 70 overall PG. Don't like that idea? How about Fantasy? A mode in which you can hand-select your ten players in a back and forth draft of all players in the game. This includes NBA Legends even back in the 1950s! The best part is the creative challenges tied to your user record. Doing things like Scoring 127 points in three consecutive games or not committing a foul for an entire match can unlock things like new courts, All-Time teams, and even unique basketballs.… Full Review »
  2. AKthaBeast
    May 5, 2018
    8
    There was so many cheese moves in this game, at this point NBA Live was still better than 2K as far as gameplay.
  3. JSweeting21
    Jan 19, 2014
    5
    This game has an extensive feature list and good franchise mode, but is held back by a poor free throw shooting mechanic, and awful in-gameThis game has an extensive feature list and good franchise mode, but is held back by a poor free throw shooting mechanic, and awful in-game difficulty shifts. During the 1st quarter on the default 'Pro' difficulty you may make 60% of your shots, and go ahead by 5.. but then, in the second quarter, the game screws you by making you miss wide open shots while a 65 overall PF from the other team is lighting you up with 3's. It's silly, and frankly ruins what would have been a great entry into 2K's much revered 2004 sports game line-up.… Full Review »
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