NBA 2K8

 PlayStation 3
User Score
6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 20
  3. Negative: 5 out of 20
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  1. QuentonB.
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    Wow. The Live fanatics are out in full force, I see. 2k8 hasn't taken a step back in any direction. They've accurately modeled the arenas, have detailed player faces, new animations, etc. etc. If you like your virtual basketball to mirror actual basketball, get 2k8. If you're less of a sim player, get Live. That simple.
  2. MasterB.
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    This game is really good. Better then 2K7. Graphics wise, it hasn't really improve much, but it's not always about the graphics. Gameplay is where it's at. New features like lock-on D adds so much yet doesn't cheap the gameplay because the AI can get off of it. Animations is beautiful and realistic. You actually use different offensive plays now, instead of the same This game is really good. Better then 2K7. Graphics wise, it hasn't really improve much, but it's not always about the graphics. Gameplay is where it's at. New features like lock-on D adds so much yet doesn't cheap the gameplay because the AI can get off of it. Animations is beautiful and realistic. You actually use different offensive plays now, instead of the same pick & roll. Love the game. Better then the other BBall game this year.… Expand
  3. BrandonG.
    Oct 5, 2007
    9
    Great graphics, great gameplay, awesome dynasty mode ("the association"). Wish they would clean up the menu screens a bit, but otherwise, the best NBA sim to date
  4. JackY.
    Sep 29, 2007
    4
    It is unfortunate that the games seems to step back from NBA 2k7.
  5. TDaye
    Jul 9, 2008
    9
    The gameplay is excellent! Graphics need some work though. Need to update player appearances. Team jersey colors need to be more accurate. (ex. Piston's away jerseys look light blue instead of dark blue. Heat away jerseys look grey instead of black.) But overall, the game is great! I'm looking foward to 2K9!
  6. BIGTP
    Oct 18, 2007
    8
    The graphics are great but I don't like the fact that one you double team a guy your dribble is picked up for you. I like playing with The Lakers becaue I'm a fan of Kobe Bryant. I don't want to win the game by passing the ball around. I want to score with Kobe. By making you pick up the ball, your forced to give it up. To be that is boring. In real life if Kobe wants to The graphics are great but I don't like the fact that one you double team a guy your dribble is picked up for you. I like playing with The Lakers becaue I'm a fan of Kobe Bryant. I don't want to win the game by passing the ball around. I want to score with Kobe. By making you pick up the ball, your forced to give it up. To be that is boring. In real life if Kobe wants to take all the shots, no one can stop him from doing that. In 2k8 all you have to do is double him and shop close. Me and my friends hate that about the game.… Expand
  7. MC
    Sep 28, 2007
    6
    As with hockey, EA's NBA Live 08 entry is far superior in terms of graphics, sound, and gameplay to 2K Sports. Skip this one.
  8. Giterdone
    Sep 29, 2007
    6
    Damn man...these graphics look like they have taken a leap backwards. the character models are embarassing and feels way too arcadey and too easy to score. Live 08 character models are very impressive and I find it more of a sim than 2k8 this year. All of the nba games this year are somewhat disappointing but this is the not the best of them.
  9. ShayneH.
    Jan 14, 2008
    9
    It's very deep in Franchise mode and association mode iV'e got the worriers in my association,I'm good so im 33-0 but the heat and new jersey are right behind me! but its fun im good shooting the 3-point contest and A good Slamedunker on the game... Overall get this game the graphics might not be better than Lives but it's gameplay is great!!! Must Have!
  10. TimD.
    Sep 28, 2007
    9
    Another winning product from the leaders in basketball video games. This is the hands down Live killer and Sony's offering cant even touch it.
  11. batbeast10
    Mar 31, 2021
    1
    Imagine spending 60 on a game horrible as this **** shag sheets etc eudbedube eud hedge did that’s why it’s so bad

Awards & Rankings

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#23 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#49 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Game Informer
    83
    While NBA 2K8 may have some kinks to work out in its post game, it’s still the best basketball sim on the market.
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  2. IGN
    79
    It's certainly the best basketball game on any system this year. The Association is a solid franchise mode and, if VC can iron out its AI and gameplay issues, next year's model could be something very special.
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  3. GameSpot
    85
    Despite a few nagging issues, NBA 2K8 is a fantastic basketball game packed to the brim with features and game modes.
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