NBA 2K17

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6.3

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  1. Sicalas
    Sep 16, 2016
    9
    Love the game and it has great features. The depth of my career my GM and my league are impressive and great. Personally, the gameplay does not feel revolutionized or changed much at all. The games saving grace is again the depth of the game, my career is very detailed and much better than the Spike Lee joint from what I have played so far. The basic play modes are simple, fun andLove the game and it has great features. The depth of my career my GM and my league are impressive and great. Personally, the gameplay does not feel revolutionized or changed much at all. The games saving grace is again the depth of the game, my career is very detailed and much better than the Spike Lee joint from what I have played so far. The basic play modes are simple, fun and enjoyable. The huge strides the game has made comes with My league which now allows 80 seasons of multiplayer leagues which is a major feature that was lacking for me in last years game. The customization and league expansion is brilliant and again adds incredible depth to the game.

    I do love the game but it feels at times 2k took the "if it ain't broke don't fix it." Yet the new features redeem it and keep it clearly and far away as the top basketball game on the market, and the best career simulation modes both as a player and owner of all sports games out there.

    I just wish 2k would do a football game.    … Expand
  2. ps4lover
    Sep 16, 2016
    10
    NBA 2k17 is amazing game ever i playing, gameplay is great, graphic is very good especially player models are too skinny. Commentary is incredible and sounds of dribbling, crowds chants are great. My GM is hell fun to play. i recommend this game to NBA fans who love NBA 2k games
  3. EseTeUve
    Sep 16, 2016
    10
    Amazing game, is fun. Stunning graphics and perfect game play. Comments are perfect and very dynamic. I also love face scan this year. The best sports game I've played.
  4. Vegaa
    Sep 30, 2016
    5
    Not a big fan of this years game. When playing online you every notice when you are on D the point guard fades away to the back left side if you don't have control of him. When you online playing and have someone beat by 20 points but then you miss the easiest shots and the computer lets your opponent back in the game when their a bum. The post moves are garbage!!
  5. Bambelek
    Oct 14, 2016
    1
    The Cutscenes! OMG I have never been that annoyed, bored frustrated and angry playing a video game. The aimed realism, they made the game unplayable because these scenes are impossible to skip!!
    It is a "nice to have" to play a game that looks just lie a TV broadcast, except that people want to PLAY, just play!
    Timeout: cutscene, end of quarter: cutscene, foul: cutscene, and I don't even    The Cutscenes! OMG I have never been that annoyed, bored frustrated and angry playing a video game. The aimed realism, they made the game unplayable because these scenes are impossible to skip!!
    It is a "nice to have" to play a game that looks just lie a TV broadcast, except that people want to PLAY, just play!
    Timeout: cutscene, end of quarter: cutscene, foul: cutscene, and I don't even talk about the 10 seconds when player just look at each other waiting that that the Ref decides to give the ball for an inbound pass...Or when you want to go for a fastbreak and the player takes forever to take the ball after the other team score and did not regroup in defense...
    In few words, beautiful game, realistic etc but the scenes they put in between every part of the game will make you feel that you more watch TV than plat    … Expand
  6. Gametime22
    Oct 18, 2016
    4
    HUGE step backwards from NBA 2K16. There are some nice new features in this game like league expansion in MyGM and MyLeague but the gameplay has been ruined. Fouls are completely out of control. They upped the foul sliders to the point where if someone gets the ball in the post, they will be at the line when the play is over. It has made overall game play slower and MyCareer unplayable.HUGE step backwards from NBA 2K16. There are some nice new features in this game like league expansion in MyGM and MyLeague but the gameplay has been ruined. Fouls are completely out of control. They upped the foul sliders to the point where if someone gets the ball in the post, they will be at the line when the play is over. It has made overall game play slower and MyCareer unplayable. Fastbreaks have been ruined to try to force you to play more halfcourt offense. The AI players will not run in front of you in transition and almost always stop at the three point line even if they have terrible three point shooting stats. The substitution menu is much harder to use than in previous years but once you get used to it, it isn't all that bad. Also, VC is much harder to use this year as part of EA's never ending conquest to take as much money from their fans as possible. The MyCareer storyline is kind of interesting but if your goal is to play with real NBA players then you will be disappointed because there are two made up players and one of them will follow you even if you are traded and the other will dominate the league whether you are on the same team or not. I regret purchasing this game for the opening price of $60 because it is basically a roster update with worse gameplay. Wait for a price drop if you really want it and don't waste money on the VC because EA will continue to milk this cash cow and make it even harder to earn VC next year. Until then, keep enjoying 2k16 because it is a much better game.… Expand
  7. joyosects
    Sep 27, 2016
    1
    There are too many cut-scenes, and this alone kills this game for me. The action is pretty good, I literally have to go to the kitchen and get a sandwich or use the restroom between every game, because I just want to play the game. I can't play for 2 minutes without there being a break (I guess that's realism, but it's not the kind of realism I want in a video game). There is no option toThere are too many cut-scenes, and this alone kills this game for me. The action is pretty good, I literally have to go to the kitchen and get a sandwich or use the restroom between every game, because I just want to play the game. I can't play for 2 minutes without there being a break (I guess that's realism, but it's not the kind of realism I want in a video game). There is no option to click through all of the junk. If you don't have thousands of hours free, and just want to play a game for a couple of hours here and there, this is not the game for you.… Expand
  8. Oldtimer75
    Oct 7, 2016
    9
    Could you imagine if 2K could do other sport franchises? This game is great, with the exception of the steals that are FAR too easy.

    1/2 season of mycareer done, triple or quadruple-double games every time. Even on harder difficulties. But the Spike Lee curse is gone, story is better, dribble controls are neat, still prefer the 2K16 shot meter but overall this remains the best sports    Could you imagine if 2K could do other sport franchises? This game is great, with the exception of the steals that are FAR too easy.

    1/2 season of mycareer done, triple or quadruple-double games every time. Even on harder difficulties.

    But the Spike Lee curse is gone, story is better, dribble controls are neat, still prefer the 2K16 shot meter but overall this remains the best sports franchise of them all.    … Expand
  9. Limitbreak9001
    Sep 19, 2016
    10
    This is the best 2k. They changed a lot of the gameplay and different positions have more meaning. There are a lot of broken promises but the changes keep the game fresh. 2k17 does not have a completely new engine but the changes should keep you occupied. If you were completely tired of 2k16 then I don't know how much fun you would get out of this but if you wanted more from 2k16 this is for you.
  10. UltimaRatio
    Sep 19, 2016
    10
    After playing NBA 2k15 and NBA 2k16, I can see and appreciate the improvement in most areas!
    The game-play still has some minor flaws, but this can be easily forgotten when you find yourself caught up in the action of this wonderful simulation and -without a doubt- best sports game on the market!
    The depth is stunning, so many modes and aspects to explore, you might spend the entire    After playing NBA 2k15 and NBA 2k16, I can see and appreciate the improvement in most areas!
    The game-play still has some minor flaws, but this can be easily forgotten when you find yourself caught up in the action of this wonderful simulation and -without a doubt- best sports game on the market!

    The depth is stunning, so many modes and aspects to explore, you might spend the entire year until NBA 2k18 hits the shelves just going through the different parts the game offers.

    Regarding the game-play changes: the focus is more on defense now, steal mechanics are changed and passes get picked off a lot easier (which can be frustrating at times), running fast-breaks is a lot harder now as someone always seems to get in your way (even when you're going coast-to-coast with fast ball-handlers) and there is actually a real chance of a 3-pointer going in now (yay!).

    The most important change might actually have come in the form of a new way the MyTeam economy works: the emerald rarity cards are more easily obtained from packs now, which feels a lot better than it used to the previous years, but in order to not screw up the supply/demand-balance, a set is locked now once you complete all cards of one team to claim the respective historic reward card.
    Thus the economic stability might actually last longer this time around before the market crashes, without card prices skyrocketing early.

    In a nutshell: the best sports game out there has just gotten better and sure-to-come updates and game-play improvements will most likely even improve the already mind-blowing experience!    … Expand
  11. Grizzadam
    Sep 17, 2016
    9
    Still an excellent game and certainly worth the money if you play NBA half as often as I do. Better than last year, though only incrementally, and many of the annoying ticks from last year are still here(eg. twice a game when you've got a clear path and you're blocked from behind bc your guy inexcusably goes over his head with the ball on a dunk attempt).
    I initially had this game as an    Still an excellent game and certainly worth the money if you play NBA half as often as I do. Better than last year, though only incrementally, and many of the annoying ticks from last year are still here(eg. twice a game when you've got a clear path and you're blocked from behind bc your guy inexcusably goes over his head with the ball on a dunk attempt).
    I initially had this game as an 8 bc some of its recurring problems are kind of frustrating, but I just couldn't do it. I play this game more than any other game, and it isn't close. I love the NBA, but I also enjoy the NFL and rarely play Madden. 2k has me spoiled. Set your expectations appropriately and enjoy!    … Expand
  12. Kingofgamez
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    There is no other NBA game that can be compete with 2K Sports. From graphics to game-play, who has a better NBA game? I was going to give it a 9 but I changed my score to 10 to counter balance the obvious sabotage. (giving it a "0" is just trolling)
  13. Denzell
    Oct 29, 2016
    2
    The big problem with this game is AI. Teammate are very stupid. They leave large spaces in defense, even great defenders when they are on our team has an income far below. The defense of the CPU is excelent, no matter the team, no matter the players. even those with low overall are great like Leonard. This always happened since the anterios versions and is only getting worse.
  14. rthlssob
    Oct 25, 2016
    0
    Do not buy this game. They decided to spend more money on 2k tv then they did on simple quality assurance. Play 10 minutes of a myplayer game and you will realize the people that made and designed the game have never watched a basketball game except for on tv. Easy things to point out that are major flaws to me:
    1. your PG will turnover the ball at least 4 times a game on fast break. (I    Do not buy this game. They decided to spend more money on 2k tv then they did on simple quality assurance. Play 10 minutes of a myplayer game and you will realize the people that made and designed the game have never watched a basketball game except for on tv. Easy things to point out that are major flaws to me:
    1. your PG will turnover the ball at least 4 times a game on fast break. (I have had my 89 ovr justice young turnover the ball 8 times before halftime on the fast break)
    2. behind the back crossover should just be taken out of the game, this has been an ongoing issue for this game for multiple iterations with no fix in sight. if you do a behind the back cross and someone is guarding you its an auto-turnover. I tend to hit that crossover on accident a lot which forced me to stop playing PG altogether on myplayer.
    3. lock stick should have never been taken out of the game, people just run around you so often its a joke.
    4. I'm not sure how anyone can say movement is fluid because its the exact opposite. plays run for you with 2 back screens to free you up for a 3 rarely ever work because I can never get the guys to run into the screens properly, or if they do they are back on me by the time I'm taking a 3. Pretty much the only times to take 3s are coming off a screen you call for yourself or on the fastbreak
    5. The worst and almost pointless card game out of all the sports games I played this year (mlb,nba,madden)    … Expand
  15. Kubanga
    Nov 22, 2016
    0
    I made a account just to review this god awful joke of a game. Once again 2K proves that they have never seen a basketball game in their life. Unrealistic animations, awful physics, horrible fouls and missing wide open dunks and layups 50% of the time is only some of the issues that plague this awful game. Last NBA2K game i ever buy. What a freakin joke.
  16. Fruitylemon11
    Mar 3, 2017
    5
    Not sure if it gets better or worse but those review guys will never know the real 2K. Anyways it's gotta be one of the worst games on my collection for the last couple years concerning basketball. Graphics are acceptable but as with all online dudes the thing gets worse and worse. For the 2K player from way back playback to newjack whatever your want to call it (2K17) I know what thatNot sure if it gets better or worse but those review guys will never know the real 2K. Anyways it's gotta be one of the worst games on my collection for the last couple years concerning basketball. Graphics are acceptable but as with all online dudes the thing gets worse and worse. For the 2K player from way back playback to newjack whatever your want to call it (2K17) I know what that headache is about fellas. Anyways buy it, dump it, recycle BS were accustomed to at this point.… Expand
  17. FactualFindings
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    Im getting excited about 2k now, this game is finally starting to feel like the inputs i am placing. Very connected, so far this is feelinh like a simulation. But, body glitch through is still apparent when animations dominate over physics engine.
  18. SteelCitySinner
    Sep 23, 2016
    9
    The game is amazing the only problem I have with it is the name "orange juice" are you serious how did that even get past the drawing board it almost makes career mode a joke and I want to get as far away from justice as i can
  19. ckibunenko
    Sep 25, 2016
    0
    This game is huge step back compering to previous NBA 2K games. I really don't know where to start. Collision is awful. You will see 10+ times during games mashy, nasty collisions where one body part goes through another (yes this sounds awkward :) ), one body with 2 heads when boxing out, arms that goes through another player chest etc. This was really not the case in NBA 2K16. TheyThis game is huge step back compering to previous NBA 2K games. I really don't know where to start. Collision is awful. You will see 10+ times during games mashy, nasty collisions where one body part goes through another (yes this sounds awkward :) ), one body with 2 heads when boxing out, arms that goes through another player chest etc. This was really not the case in NBA 2K16. They totally broke shoot indicator. Now you need to fill whole circle indicator, not the half like in 2K16, and that feels laggy and unresponsive. When it comes to skin colors this is worst NBA 2K. For example look at Doug Christie and Richard Jefferson skin tones. So wrong! They did skin colors so wrong that it reminds me of NBA Live franchise. Attributes icons are totally same as in NBA 2K16. Why to add new design when you can recycle all from previous year? Also this is first time that they did not add any new Classic NBA team! So lame! Especially when you know that Webber is now in the game. Was it so difficult to add Sacramento Kings with Webber now (you all remember that Kings were in game without Webber)? I preordered game only because one thing: Dream Team. And guess what! To this day (more than a week has past) I still do not have Dream Team! So unprofessional from 2K!! All that hype and now nothing!
    But the worst thing is that gameplay, not only does not feels improved, it is IMHO the worst gameplay of the series. I have every NBA 2K game in last 8 years and this is the first time that I regretted that I purchased it.    … Expand
  20. CaptinKricket00
    Sep 25, 2016
    6
    Looks great, not a big fan of the initial 6GB update. I spent 3 hours playing MyCareer while the game updated. Unfortunately I discovered that I could not use this profile for online use because it was "not connected". Normally I would not consider this much of a problem to start over except that fact that you have to sit through all of the mini movies........again :(. I like the playLooks great, not a big fan of the initial 6GB update. I spent 3 hours playing MyCareer while the game updated. Unfortunately I discovered that I could not use this profile for online use because it was "not connected". Normally I would not consider this much of a problem to start over except that fact that you have to sit through all of the mini movies........again :(. I like the play making options but the big thing for me i was hoping 2K would address this problem when running a fast break, the damn Ref is always in the way when trying to get positioned for a corner 3, this drives me insane. Overall this pretty much feels like 2k16.… Expand
  21. HellaSavageX
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    I love the game and all of it's amazing features, my only complaint is the fouling...If you do pretty much anything you'll get a foul... Other than that the game is a solid mix of real life basketball and a little bit of showmanship... :)
  22. Galwayer
    Sep 19, 2016
    5
    Not quite sure about the all the hype.
    Yes, myCareer is a bit better, you can tune League/GM modes in more variations etc. and it may be interesting. MyTeam got some new bells and whistles... So you can spend some time in the game for sure, exploring these modes.
    But mechanics...omg. Post action has been broken since 2k16 and there are no improvements there. Defense behaves strange,    Not quite sure about the all the hype.
    Yes, myCareer is a bit better, you can tune League/GM modes in more variations etc. and it may be interesting. MyTeam got some new bells and whistles... So you can spend some time in the game for sure, exploring these modes.
    But mechanics...omg. Post action has been broken since 2k16 and there are no improvements there.
    Defense behaves strange, points of emphasis are managed differently and less handy.
    Icing on the cake - 3s % which is ridiculously high. Patches may turn it all to the best but right now it's all far from perfect.    … Expand
  23. Turdsandwhich
    Sep 20, 2016
    0
    Pre the most recent, release day, update this game was highly improved in gameplay and I really liked it. I trusted it and the gameplay didn't screw over the player on repeat anymore. I really looked forward to playing it this whole year. It only had a few problems. It played slow, the dunking animations were too slow, and the stadiums atmospheres could have used a little flare. The resultPre the most recent, release day, update this game was highly improved in gameplay and I really liked it. I trusted it and the gameplay didn't screw over the player on repeat anymore. I really looked forward to playing it this whole year. It only had a few problems. It played slow, the dunking animations were too slow, and the stadiums atmospheres could have used a little flare. The result was that the game wasn't as fun as it should have been, but the gameplay was spot on and just needed more excitement and a faster pace (they geniusly took away our ability to adjust overall gameplay speed). But post the most recent update 2K seems to have essentially taken the stadium atmosphere and absolutely horrific gameplay from 2K16 and dubbed over the original gameplay and stadium atmospheres of 2K17. I literally noticed that the entire stadium atmosphere changed and that the same glitches and terrible gameplay issues from 2K16 were all the sudden resurrected from the dead to haunt my nightmares once again, after the update was applied. It made this game essential the exact same as 2K16. Which was absolutely the worst NBA 2K ever in terms of gameplay.

    This fixed their slow, dull, and resultantly unfun game problems. BUT it created a bigger problem. I AND EVERYONE ELSE FREAKIN HATE THIS GAME NOW because we all hated 2K16. I would rather play the slow, dull, game with great gameplay then the crap we got in 2K16 all over again. It was the worst 2K ever, and yes, I have played them all.

    2K has been so stupid, in its recent incantations of NBA2K. Whoever decided to first make the original gameplay and dunk animations of 2K17 so ungodly slow that the game literally was not fun anymore is a complete idiot and needs to be fired. This game in its current state is terrible, and I want my money back.    … Expand
  24. nicoba2b
    Sep 21, 2016
    10
    Nba 2k16 got to the point that i was afraid about the possible gameplay changes for 2k17. There wasnt much more to add, so i thought that the best way to improve the game was adding/changing modes and improving the story. And they did all that. And improved gameplay. They never fail the expectatives and even that it may still have some minor problems or online things, they are alwaysNba 2k16 got to the point that i was afraid about the possible gameplay changes for 2k17. There wasnt much more to add, so i thought that the best way to improve the game was adding/changing modes and improving the story. And they did all that. And improved gameplay. They never fail the expectatives and even that it may still have some minor problems or online things, they are always focused on improving the game and create an inmersive experience. There is not a lot of publishers like 2K… Expand
  25. megabear
    Sep 20, 2016
    3
    Good game overall, but the intense grind typically required in free phone games is present in this game like its predecessors. That's a HUGE negativity going for this series.

    The game is also basically an updated 2K16 game with bad story, just like Spike Lee's. Good luck trying to play a decent game online as well. Feels more or less like grade schoolers playing basketball thanks to    Good game overall, but the intense grind typically required in free phone games is present in this game like its predecessors. That's a HUGE negativity going for this series.

    The game is also basically an updated 2K16 game with bad story, just like Spike Lee's. Good luck trying to play a decent game online as well. Feels more or less like grade schoolers playing basketball thanks to terrible connectivity. I have good connectivity in most games except for NBA 2K series.    … Expand
  26. Letterdief
    Sep 25, 2016
    0
    The game is FULL of bugs; blurry rendering, buttons that stop working (during practice), workout buddy leaving when when you want to hit the bench ... . The tutorial is very short and didn't help me at all. For people new to the series avoid this game because you will get very frustrated. It's a shallow game with no love in it and it feels unfinished. When you do career mode you getThe game is FULL of bugs; blurry rendering, buttons that stop working (during practice), workout buddy leaving when when you want to hit the bench ... . The tutorial is very short and didn't help me at all. For people new to the series avoid this game because you will get very frustrated. It's a shallow game with no love in it and it feels unfinished. When you do career mode you get spammed with unskippable cutscenes. I think the game shines for people that know a lot about basket, but for somebody who doesn't know anything about plays, techniques, ... it's a stupid game. They don't even try to explain the stuff to you!… Expand
  27. steenbran
    Sep 17, 2016
    5
    There is nothing really new about this game, it like 2k16 with a new main menu. Also shot meter is slightly different and you can tell ware the players hot zone is. Other than that what are the new features, it like a copy of 2k16 what a joke. Everyone will be playing it though because its new. Oh and there might be less lag have not gotten a game in the park yet.
  28. nba2k17_pro
    Sep 17, 2016
    0
    it's 2k16 version 1.1. They updated roster and did nothing. A.I. is the same, same glitches, same little tricks, plays and feels completely the same. But hey, you've got new commentary and new cut scene and other irrelevant stuff.
  29. kingofgames
    Sep 24, 2016
    10
    This is the best 2k. They changed a lot of the gameplay and different positions have more meaning. There are a lot of broken promises .Im getting excited about 2k now, this game is finally starting to feel like the inputs i am placing. Very connected, so far this is feelinh like a simulation. best sport game ever made period !
  30. EverydayIDecay
    Feb 9, 2017
    1
    At some point the 2K Sports team stopped listening to the fans of the game. Whether it's because they think it's to a point where they are just going to buy the game every year, because of what it is. Gameplay has now been cut and pasted three years strait. They still have not brought back the full online association. Servers are still horrendous (see 2K After Dark). Fans have been voicingAt some point the 2K Sports team stopped listening to the fans of the game. Whether it's because they think it's to a point where they are just going to buy the game every year, because of what it is. Gameplay has now been cut and pasted three years strait. They still have not brought back the full online association. Servers are still horrendous (see 2K After Dark). Fans have been voicing major issues and 2K has not listened just continue on there way. One thing that really bugs me individually and have tweeted 2K regarding issues such as online league games do not earn you VCs! This renders this mode useless. 2K has become EA Sports after getting to the top. NBA 2K no longer looks for innovation.… Expand
  31. cookthesauce
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    Madden NFL 2017 is a genre defining title from the great minds over at EA. With an all new up to date roster and the inclusion of play making "special moves," Madden will have sports fans holding on to the edge of their seats.
  32. ravenswagg14
    Apr 2, 2017
    1
    This game is sooo broken! Terrible animations, horrible graphics, cpu 3 pointer spamming bullsh*t and so many goddamn turnovers. F*ck u Ronnie2k and LD2k!
  33. Faldo79
    Sep 21, 2016
    7
    I comes from 2K14 ( I even was still playing to mycarrer sometimes) and the changes on this new one are huge.

    Much more games modes and options. Much more things to do on mycarrer and the Park online mode is fantastic (although it doesn't work well). But the fact you can buy VC to increase your attributes **** the game completely. It is a shame a game like this has to implement a    I comes from 2K14 ( I even was still playing to mycarrer sometimes) and the changes on this new one are huge.

    Much more games modes and options. Much more things to do on mycarrer and the Park online mode is fantastic (although it doesn't work well).

    But the fact you can buy VC to increase your attributes **** the game completely. It is a shame a game like this has to implement a "pay to win" system (for me it is OK for clothes and that appearance stuff).

    it would be very interested if every player can develop his character on Mycarrer and use it on the Park. But now you go to the park and find many people with 86 average that they can score from his home because with 20€ you can buy 75.000VC and buff completely you character, seriously?

    I should have know better, because If I had known the VC system, I would have never bought it    … Expand
  34. Kcramsib
    Oct 27, 2016
    3
    I love playing nba2k sports series but this one is dissaponting lots of flaws coaches looks all the same, the gameplay is bad post moves sucks! player can go through another like a ghost repetitive actions during free throws and time outs most of the players are skinny, i snot playable for me nba2k16 is better i played that only online im excited to buy this but when i played it it verryI love playing nba2k sports series but this one is dissaponting lots of flaws coaches looks all the same, the gameplay is bad post moves sucks! player can go through another like a ghost repetitive actions during free throws and time outs most of the players are skinny, i snot playable for me nba2k16 is better i played that only online im excited to buy this but when i played it it verry dissapointing! i hope they improve it next year...… Expand
  35. bedroombully69
    Feb 7, 2017
    1
    This game makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. I feel like the people who made this game spent way too much time on the graphics and the story mode of MyCareer rather than working out the various glitches and the mishaps that the game has. When you play online, their is this glitch where if you are sprinting full speed and accidentally bump into the opposing player, they call an offensiveThis game makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. I feel like the people who made this game spent way too much time on the graphics and the story mode of MyCareer rather than working out the various glitches and the mishaps that the game has. When you play online, their is this glitch where if you are sprinting full speed and accidentally bump into the opposing player, they call an offensive foul on you, meanwhile you were trying to avoid contact with the opposing player. This game has been out for months, and they have yet to fix that glitch. With MyCareer, the wait times, the loading wait times, the cut scenes, and the filler are so annoying especially when you just want to play the damn game. And the worst part is, they do not allow you to skip them! Unreal! How can you release a video game without allowing the users to skip the cut scenes when they just want to play instead of having to wait through irrelevant things! Another thing is the cut scenes are not even important to the game itself or the MyCareer mode! So why can't I skip it and just move on so I can play my game? And one more last thing: MyTeam. When you play single player mode on MyTeam, and you play domination whether it is historic or regular domination, it is so hard to beat the team you are playing against (or trying to dominate) when they make the cheapest and toughest shots ever! You can be playing the most toughest defense ever on a player in domination and they would still make the shot! And it gets worse if you have bronze or silver players, because it so much more difficult to beat teams with those cards. But it still happens when you have emerald, sapphire, ruby or even amethyst players going up against simply silver and gold players when the players that you have that have a higher type card level should be able to simply dominate the silver and gold players when you would have sapphire or ruby players! I honestly believe they placed way too much focus on the graphics of this game rather than fixing the glitches, allowing us to skip through the cut scenes and made MyTeam so irritating when it does not even have to be.… Expand
  36. codys2021
    Feb 13, 2017
    9
    Pros- Play Today, MyPark, MyCareer, MyTeam, MyLeague, MyGM, Pro-Am, Postseason, Single and Multiplayer game modes

    Cons- Have to buy on online membership, Glitches, Some player builds are wrong, NBA 2K17 was made by Visual Concepts. You can play this on PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360, and PC. This game brand new can cost from 60-100 dollars. There are three editions regular, gold, and    Pros- Play Today, MyPark, MyCareer, MyTeam, MyLeague, MyGM, Pro-Am, Postseason, Single and Multiplayer game modes

    Cons- Have to buy on online membership, Glitches, Some player builds are wrong,

    NBA 2K17 was made by Visual Concepts. You can play this on PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360, and PC. This game brand new can cost from 60-100 dollars. There are three editions regular, gold, and legendary and with each edition you can get certain “boosts” such as extra VC which you can use to boost your MyPlayer. You can also get clothes for your MyPlayer which you can use in MyPark. The most played mode is either MyCareer or MyPark.
    MyCareer takes gaming to a whole new level. You take your own player through the ranks from college to the Hall of Fame. You choose your build, position, and your players play style. From there you just play in college then in the NBA. Every game you can earn VC based on how you play and your salary for that game. You control your player and that is it, you take control of your own legacy. This meaning you work yourself up the ranks with your teammates and Justice Young. You two are the face of whichever franchise you get drafted to and take the league by storm. Justice Young is your teammate in which you can take control of when u active Orange Juice, which you earn by getting assists from him or earning assists from him. The overall idea of MyCareer is amazing, the fact that you and only you can control your destiny is great. It is not exactly like real life but consists of some of the same things.
    My favorite part about this game is the way in which you can customize your player's moves. Which means their jump shot, dribble moves, dunks, layups and clothes. You can make your player look like you, copy a former NBA star or just be creative with your player. I like how you can choose your own jump shot because it does not make your player one dimensional. What I mean by that is, you can change how your player plays in regards to their shot form and the way they play. This makes you get more comfortable with your players form and the way you should play depending on if you are a playmaker or a lockdown defender, because if you are a lockdown defender you won’t be hitting three’s every single time down the court as a sharpshooter would. Overall I personally think MyCareer is the best game mode in the game because it takes you through what it is like to be an NBA player.
    MyPark is another amazing feature on 2K17. You take your upgraded custom MyPlayer to an online Park and play against other players that are online. You can partake in a game of 21, 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5. Every time you play you can earn VC depending on how you play in that game. You also play with friends which can help you earn more VC because then you can have a certain game plan that game which would help you earn more VC. There are also many animations in the game which you can enjoy. Such as pre-game rituals, winning celebrations and more.
    NBA 2K17 also has amazing graphics and updates. They really stepped up their game this year with all of this. Tattos, gear and more are more realistic. For example Shooting Guard, J.J. Reddick of the Los Angeles Clippers, went and got a tattoo on his arm this past off season and 2K17 did a great job of adding this detail into the game. The one real big complaint I do have is all the glitches and lags in MyPark, which I hope they would fix. But other than that I can’t complain. Visual Concepts did an amazing job this year and really improved the game. I hope next year they do the same too.    … Expand
  37. tylerl2021
    Feb 13, 2017
    9
    NBA 2k17
    Tyler LeClair
    Period 4 Game Review Pros- Great Graphics Multiple games modes (Blacktop, Online, Play now, and My Team) My Career Story line Allows to play with friends and strangers Cons- Lags and glitches Released by Visual Concepts on Sep. 20th 2016, NBA 2k 17 was a hit. Sold for a reasonable price at $60, many people preordered the game and bought it the day it    NBA 2k17
    Tyler LeClair
    Period 4
    Game Review
    Pros-
    Great Graphics
    Multiple games modes (Blacktop, Online, Play now, and My Team)
    My Career Story line
    Allows to play with friends and strangers
    Cons-
    Lags and glitches

    Released by Visual Concepts on Sep. 20th 2016, NBA 2k 17 was a hit. Sold for a reasonable price at $60, many people preordered the game and bought it the day it came out. This booming game is very addicting and hard to put down. It’s game modes allow you to play in the park, blacktop, your customized player's career, and vs the computer. The My Career and the Park are the most played game modes in the game.

    The park and My career are connected. My Career allows you to customize your player and make him better for the team you play for. While in My Career you go through college, international play, and the NBA. If you have PSN (Playstation Network) or Xbox Live the Park is another feature you can access. The Park allows you to use the player you have customized and upgraded to play against other online players.

    I give NBA 2k17 5 stars. This game is masterfully done and the graphics are like I’m watching a game on tv. The multiple game modes allow for endless fun. I spend most of my time in the Park or playing games in My Career. When I’m in the Park I like to play with my friends but sometimes the game lags out or glitches. I sometimes end up having to exit the entire PS4 and restart it. Other times I have the ball dribbling up the court and I glitch out of bounds.

    The My Career Storyline is incredible. It started out showing a highlight reel of me in highschool and then allows you to choose the college you want to go to. I chose Kansas and played the five games it allows you. I then went to a special game and got chosen in the NBA draft. I upgraded my player and began using him in the Park and in games. Overall this is a great game. It satisfies the needs of any age. The controls are easy to learn and easy to master. If you have any questions leave a comment and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.    … Expand
  38. Yourboi
    Feb 13, 2017
    0
    Nba2k17 review and more!

    Pros on the game. Graphics are amazing Story mode is spot on Bunch of game modes Shoes are wonderful Cons to the game. Servers are terrible A lot of glitches Update take forever to upload Nba 2K is 60 dollars in some cases is quite pricey, but is worth the wait! Your can buy it at most gaming stores or online. Nba is the perfect game to play if    Nba2k17 review and more!

    Pros on the game.

    Graphics are amazing
    Story mode is spot on
    Bunch of game modes
    Shoes are wonderful

    Cons to the game.
    Servers are terrible
    A lot of glitches
    Update take forever to upload

    Nba 2K is 60 dollars in some cases is quite pricey, but is worth the wait! Your can buy it at most gaming stores or online. Nba is the perfect game to play if you are a basketball fan and just love basketball. You can play online in myPark and play against other people and make new friends. There are also other game modes too for example there is blacktop and myLeague or myGm or myCareer. MyCareer is the way you level up your player to go online. So if you want to have fun and play basketball Nba2k17 is for you.

    Nba focuses on one category for the game modes and that is myCareer. In my opinion they did a amazing job with myCareer, you get to experience what it like to be a true nba prospect, like going through college and getting scouted and even getting drafted! There are cutscenes that let your interact through the whole story mode. You even have a girlfriend and you have to choose whether to pick the nba or her. You can customize your character too, Like you can choose what he wears and your can even customize his personal look.

    Nba Has some cons though too. Some of the bad things is the servers to play online modes are super slow and very choppy. In Mypark You lag out of the parks and your end up playing the best people on your consoles . I wish there were levels and each level brought different people. Nba has a lot of glitches too, like when you're dribbling the ball might go through your defender and the same thing might happen on the other end to you too.

    Overall Nba2k17 is an awesome game. I recommend this game to all ages and hope that your have fun playing this game and hope this review helped you. (:    … Expand
  39. Jk9785
    May 25, 2017
    8
    Though the story is lacking compared to Spike Lee's outing in the last game, NBA 2K17 delivers in many ways, including the visuals and the gameplay. Takes a while to get used to, with the new presentation style, but overall a solid game.
  40. mike21
    Nov 16, 2016
    2
    The gameplay as always is great, but overall the game is boring and frustrating. In My Career mode I spend way more time in practice, and watching loading screens before and after each practice (sometimes there are 4 practises in a single off day), than actually playing the game. Then there is the attribute hard cap. I have a 6"7 shooting guard (also gets played at small forward) that isThe gameplay as always is great, but overall the game is boring and frustrating. In My Career mode I spend way more time in practice, and watching loading screens before and after each practice (sometimes there are 4 practises in a single off day), than actually playing the game. Then there is the attribute hard cap. I have a 6"7 shooting guard (also gets played at small forward) that is capper at 11 out of 30 for layups and dunks. So if you are hoping to build a played in the mould of Lebron, Kobe or Curry (I won't even mention MJ)... forget it. Overall the game has gone backwards.… Expand
  41. Maycolino10
    Sep 28, 2016
    8
    Good solid entry in the 2K series overall, but they still don't seems capable of solving some of the bugs/glitches that happens during the game that takes the realism away. Collision between the players, canned cutscenes through the match, etc etc.
  42. Bigpapi
    Nov 20, 2016
    9
    2k's basketball franchise continues to deliver with scary and realistic visuals along with accurate tendencies and in-game rituals of real life players. The shot release for Stephen Curry is so realistic and perfect with his real life one, my father thought I was watching an actual basketball game. That says it all.
  43. MaxPayneIsGod
    Jan 22, 2018
    8
    Another solid Basketball Sim. I enjoyed the time I put into it, but wow what a lot of time it was.
    As with all sports games you need to invest a vast amount of hours before you really get under the surface.
    I played for weeks and didn't even get through the first season of MyCareer. That aside, 2K17 looks great and plays just as well. Let me be clear this is a Sim and has no arcadey    Another solid Basketball Sim. I enjoyed the time I put into it, but wow what a lot of time it was.
    As with all sports games you need to invest a vast amount of hours before you really get under the surface.
    I played for weeks and didn't even get through the first season of MyCareer.
    That aside, 2K17 looks great and plays just as well. Let me be clear this is a Sim and has no arcadey feel to it at all
    There is tons of content here and as far as Basketball games this is by far, I'll say it again, by far the best on the market.
    If you have the time.    … Expand
  44. Yargar
    Nov 18, 2016
    9
    My first NBA after years. I dont play 2k16.
    NBA 2k 17 is great game. I start carrer mode with player with my face. I started MyTEAM, when i get new cards. Time wasting game. Quite well, nice mods, nice all. A little hard weekly last challenge :D
  45. damman
    Feb 16, 2017
    5
    Finally sold my copy on ebay due to so many patches and bugs last years game was much better. I am so done with this game I tried. I am tired of playing Goldenstate warriors and CAVS. This game blows
  46. consolfreak1982
    Sep 28, 2016
    9
    First of all - Im no Basketball Fan at all - I dont know rules and such - I just got the predecessor because it was free with PSPlus - and I was totally blown away by the Quality - so 2k17 was an instant must have for me - and its WAY better than the brilliant 2k16 in every way imaginable - graphics and controls have improved, the Soundtrack is awesome, there are uncountable game modes andFirst of all - Im no Basketball Fan at all - I dont know rules and such - I just got the predecessor because it was free with PSPlus - and I was totally blown away by the Quality - so 2k17 was an instant must have for me - and its WAY better than the brilliant 2k16 in every way imaginable - graphics and controls have improved, the Soundtrack is awesome, there are uncountable game modes and unlockables for your character, career mode is great for solo Players, and the game is - yet again - one of the best coop games Ive ever played - simply put: even for me as one thats not into this sports, the game is a blast. Ist highly polished in every aspect, and is also one of the best lookin and playable games on the console.… Expand
  47. AlJarwani
    Oct 1, 2016
    9
    Overall great game, Only problem is the limitations in MyCareer, I mean like look at Westbrook he's short(ish) can dunk and shoot, no limitations there
  48. lou_cypher
    Oct 25, 2016
    6
    I'm really disappointed with 2k17, especially with MyCareer mode. I turned up the difficulty way higher looking for a real challenge. Unfortunately all it has resulted in is weird, unexplainable behaviour from my teammates - like ton of unforced turnovers and stepping out of bounds.

    Also my player can be randomly pushed back by opposing players. Opponents set screens so illegal you    I'm really disappointed with 2k17, especially with MyCareer mode. I turned up the difficulty way higher looking for a real challenge. Unfortunately all it has resulted in is weird, unexplainable behaviour from my teammates - like ton of unforced turnovers and stepping out of bounds.

    Also my player can be randomly pushed back by opposing players. Opponents set screens so illegal you might as well sell drugs with it, they make impossible shots with perfect defense and block your shots without even touching the ball (sic!). Sometimes players you guard on the perimeter almost teleport like two feets closer to the basket and move by you. And the weird passing that crops up here and there is especially frustrating because it interrupts some chances to really zip the ball around the perimeter or to pass it inside for an open shot. I push the stick up to pass to the unguarded, open player and my guy passes the ball to the left with defender guarding the passing lane resulting in a turnover - I mean, this is unexplainable and totally random, how is this even possible?!

    These are things I have no control over and when they happen the outcomes can sometimes feel VERY unfair. There is no actual challenge in this. It all just feel like the game is cheating or abusing the game mechanics to get a cheapshot. It's frustrating and it completely ruins the fun for me.

    I would gladly just let it go and return the game to retailer at this point, unfortunately it's not possible.    … Expand
  49. Weron
    Aug 1, 2017
    5
    NBA 2K is hit or miss. 2K17 is huge disappointment.
    Career was better than last year with Spike Lee but it was mediocre at best.
    EA is stepping up their game with Live 18, lets see what 2K has to offer.
  50. chagopmb
    Sep 29, 2016
    10
    Awesome game, career mode is better than other years, the physics of the game are better than 16 and the graphics are stunning.

    Im not fan of basketball but this game change my idea of basket
  51. sunnier
    Oct 26, 2016
    1
    Most of this game is unplayable if you do not sign in to PSN.
    Excessive unskippable cutscenes and poor story in MyCareer mode.
    Game play is fine and similar to previous iterations.
  52. Quality6
    Nov 15, 2016
    7
    Love it the magma is fantastic the only thing is when you play a game your center is always at the top the of the key, forcing you to fix that. Not too many game play flaws except for some animations that force your player yo pick up the ball just to get it stripped among immediate contact from the defender.
  53. Reapermagician
    Dec 30, 2016
    2
    They need to get rid of college games. For some reason the AI in it is like the special squad. They pass when there's a defender in front of them, they take shots even Curry wouldn't make. Either that or make it so when the bar fills up, it actually increases the chance of you making the shot. My character can't make a shot when it's nearly filled, but he'll make it when it's not asThey need to get rid of college games. For some reason the AI in it is like the special squad. They pass when there's a defender in front of them, they take shots even Curry wouldn't make. Either that or make it so when the bar fills up, it actually increases the chance of you making the shot. My character can't make a shot when it's nearly filled, but he'll make it when it's not as filled. So they basically lie when they say " fill it up to increase your chances of making a shot " is just BS.… Expand
  54. godlevel66
    Jan 5, 2017
    10
    this is easily the best sports game i have ever played. the gameplay is smooth. the graphics are top notch. the modes are sweet. everything actually feels like a real nba game. i love season mode now that you can upload team designs. my only complaint is that charging foul **** you literally get that foul called on you all of time and it slows down the pace. other than that this is athis is easily the best sports game i have ever played. the gameplay is smooth. the graphics are top notch. the modes are sweet. everything actually feels like a real nba game. i love season mode now that you can upload team designs. my only complaint is that charging foul **** you literally get that foul called on you all of time and it slows down the pace. other than that this is a perfect game a huge step up from the snooze fest of 2k16… Expand
  55. Ryleeh
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Pro’s
    My career mode
    My team My park Graphics Cons Online loading is long I got NBA 2k17 for my Ps4 and the graphics for the game were phenomenal 2k made the game feel like you are in the real game also you can have various types of modes it still has the career mode like normal but you also can have more than one type of My career players you can have about 5 or 6 players. And    Pro’s
    My career mode
    My team
    My park
    Graphics
    Cons
    Online loading is long

    I got NBA 2k17 for my Ps4 and the graphics for the game were phenomenal 2k made the game feel like you are in the real game also you can have various types of modes it still has the career mode like normal but you also can have more than one type of My career players you can have about 5 or 6 players. And you can have your own fantasy draft of players on My Team. You can still play on my park and also you can play with your friends and play normal NBA teams against them.
    You are able to make your My Player better at various things you can make a player that is known for making 3 pointers or a player that is amazing at dunking. Also “My Park” is a lot better in 2k17 than it is in the previous years. But it is a lot harder to get more “Rep” from the previous years. A new thing in “My career” is that you can now get sponsors and you can get extra VC for going to events. There are additional events you also can have if you get the “Legend mode” the legend mode for the game comes with a free 30,000 Vc and it is amazing to get your My player started or get a jumpstart on your upgrades for your My Player.
    I would think this game rating is appropriate for everyone unless you are going to be playing in My Park if you are going to be playing in My Park you probably and to be 14 or older. But this game is great for everyone and it is age appropriate for anyone and everyone. But there are a few things I thought 2K could do better like it takes a long time to load My Park and also if you just want to play a game against someone you better have some patients because it might take about 5 minutes to load the game and there are a few glitches in the game but overall it isn’t so bad.
    If you thought that 2k16 was the best game 2K was going to make you are WAY wrong this is by far the best game 2K has made and I can’t wait till NBA 2k18 comes out.    … Expand
  56. BENJAMINH2021
    Feb 13, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros-
    Many game modes
    Custom characters
    Online
    Graphics
    Story line

    Cons-
    Bugs

    Nba 2k17- The 2k community and fans will agree that this year has been the best, as in graphic wise. Retailing at $60 dollars. Visual Concepts not only made a better 2K than last year but blew it out of the water. When I first saw my friend playing 2K17 I thought he was watching Nba on TNT, it was astonishing! 2K this year gave us a lot of game modes to choose from, there is 8 different choices to choose from.

    When I first got the game there was a lot of bugs to be fixed. The sharpshooter for my career was really sharp, you would never miss with that player. After many patches in the first week of 2K’s releasing, the game was near perfection. My career was very real this year, you would play in high school games pick a college and hopefully be a star there. I would like to see 2K add more college teams and make the highschool and college season longer.

    I have been playing 2K since 2009 and the changes amaze me. My Gm is my favorite game mode to play. I like building a dynasty and taking bad ones and making them dominant again. They have mastered this mode. I would rate Nba2K17 a 5 out of 5 stars. The game they have created and the exact measurements to make it perfect is the reason for this rating.    … Expand
  57. KalebJ2021
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Pros:
    Amazing Graphics
    Many game modes to choose from Multiplayer SIngleplayer Daily roster updates Customizable Character Gameplay is great Cons: 60gb of data required to play Server is not that great Download time is a long time NBA 2K17 is a great game. Although it may be pricey, it is definently worth it. There is many game modes including: MyCareer and MyPark. I will    Pros:
    Amazing Graphics
    Many game modes to choose from
    Multiplayer
    SIngleplayer
    Daily roster updates
    Customizable Character
    Gameplay is great
    Cons:
    60gb of data required to play
    Server is not that great
    Download time is a long time

    NBA 2K17 is a great game. Although it may be pricey, it is definently worth it. There is many game modes including: MyCareer and MyPark. I will define these game modes for you. MyCareer is a game mode in which players can create their own player. Players create their own player then you play 4-5 college games and depending on those games that is what decides where you go in the NBA Draft. Players can upgrade their MyPlayer using Virtual Currency. MyPark is a game mode where online players use their MyPlayer to play online against other people. They can choose 3 parks: Sunset, Old Town,or Rivet City. (Beware: Players ankles might be broken if they are not a good overall.) This game is made by Visual Concepts and 2K Sports.

    I bought this game for $60 but it is worth it. My personal experience with this game is really great. I have not had many glitches happen to me, but when they did happen they were funny glitches. The only problem with this game was it took 2 days to download and the updates take 5-7 hours. MyPark has been a little glitchy for me but that may not be the case for you. I would rate this game a 4.5/5 stars because this game is really fun and has no major flaws. Hopefully this review helped you.    … Expand
  58. DanBenevenuto
    Feb 17, 2017
    6
    NBA 2K17 is obviously the best game of the franchise. 2k work so hard and get so far ! because that game is amazing, When you play a match you feel like you're watching a real game on real life, it's perfect. Adding we have so many modes to play and have so much fun, Blacktop, Career mode, My Park, My Team, My league. If you love nba and play basketball, you've to play this game, you won'tNBA 2K17 is obviously the best game of the franchise. 2k work so hard and get so far ! because that game is amazing, When you play a match you feel like you're watching a real game on real life, it's perfect. Adding we have so many modes to play and have so much fun, Blacktop, Career mode, My Park, My Team, My league. If you love nba and play basketball, you've to play this game, you won't regret !… Expand
  59. Mar16
    Mar 17, 2017
    8
    Hello my name is Remar and I’ll be reviewing the top selling basketball game NBA 2k 17.
    First of this year they have added new gaming features like being able to choose different archetypes which give you different badges to earn. For example if you want to be a play maker you would be able to earn the hall of fame badges for example dimer you would be able to increases the percent of the    Hello my name is Remar and I’ll be reviewing the top selling basketball game NBA 2k 17.
    First of this year they have added new gaming features like being able to choose different archetypes which give you different badges to earn. For example if you want to be a play maker you would be able to earn the hall of fame badges for example dimer you would be able to increases the percent of the pass leading to a score. Play makers would unlock all the play making badges like dimer ankle breaker and sharpshooters would unlock all the shooting badges etc. But if you want to have shooting badges when being a play maker you can still earn them, but just not be able to have the same scoring rate as the shooter visor versa.
    Following on this year they have brought the GRAND BADGE to the game. This badge can be earned by all archetypes but it increases the archetypes ability. For example if a slasher activates the badge they would have higher rate on all there hall of fame badges for around 2 minutes. Once finished you’d have to wait 2 and half minutes until it can be activated again. This badge can be activated by performing a high rate of game play.
    Also this year from 2k they have decided to keep the same parks but change some features on each park.
    Overall my review on 2k is 8/10 I enjoy playing against rivals in my park with my friends. I also like earning badges and going up rep in my park. I don’t really agree with the archetype scheme this year but overall I think it’s the best basketball game this year. The reason why I give it an 8/10 is because the servers are decent but could do with improvement. I highly recommend people to buy this game you can’t be disappointed it’s a great experience.
    Review By Remar Gordon    … Expand
  60. deceptron
    Apr 12, 2017
    1
    The server is a holocaust of game play. Just absolute garbage. Government computers work better! I don't know who the hell is working there, if anyone, but I have to update and clear cache EVERY SINGLE TIME! The game gets a 1 because you can rarely ever get a chance to play it with all the constant updates that take an eternity.

    Actually game play is bad at best too. Free throw shooting    The server is a holocaust of game play. Just absolute garbage. Government computers work better! I don't know who the hell is working there, if anyone, but I have to update and clear cache EVERY SINGLE TIME! The game gets a 1 because you can rarely ever get a chance to play it with all the constant updates that take an eternity.

    Actually game play is bad at best too. Free throw shooting is extremely difficult and guys never miss as badly as the game makes it out to be. Too many errand passes and just way too much control button stuffing carpel tunnel action to do anything cool. Also, how Steph Curry is rated 93 and LBJ 97+ is ridiculous. LeBron isn't even a top 5 player anymore and Steph may very well be the greatest player ever. Too much LeBron love like Kobe had and neither player is at the top of the NBA.

    Playing someone living somewhere else you'll need a top of the line internet connection otherwise just throw the game in the garbage. You can't make subs before the game and the auto function always has to be engaged during game play. Sad! Also making subs without pushing pause is like solving calculus.

    F this game, it's awful.    … Expand
  61. Jrussiya
    May 22, 2017
    6
    There isn't much to be said about this game, although I believe the game mode MyCareer, is a very welcome addition to Career mode in sports video games, unfortunately this is a sports game, and I personally have trouble staying interested in a sports game, so when your game mode can actually get me hooked because of the half-decent story told for your player. you did something right.

    I    There isn't much to be said about this game, although I believe the game mode MyCareer, is a very welcome addition to Career mode in sports video games, unfortunately this is a sports game, and I personally have trouble staying interested in a sports game, so when your game mode can actually get me hooked because of the half-decent story told for your player. you did something right.

    I gave this game a 6 out of 10 because I think it's definitely above average, it was even a candidate for a 7, but it fell short, I just feel like I really love how many more features the game has than any of EA's sports titles, I'm looking at you Madden, so overall. not bad, not bad at all.    … Expand
  62. camsnewtons
    May 27, 2017
    8
    This game is outstanding and is one of the best sports games ever made. The game includes about 15 different modes and each one is distinct and unique. The MyCareer mode let's you play a highly custimizable story letting you choose your contracts and even your schedule in the NBA. The online modes let you connect and play with your friends easily. The commentary, ai, player models, andThis game is outstanding and is one of the best sports games ever made. The game includes about 15 different modes and each one is distinct and unique. The MyCareer mode let's you play a highly custimizable story letting you choose your contracts and even your schedule in the NBA. The online modes let you connect and play with your friends easily. The commentary, ai, player models, and stadiums all feel unique and interesting. They could improve on the repetitiveness and the online lag though. Overall this is a really good game that deserves an 8.5.… Expand
  63. Rgc
    Jul 4, 2017
    7
    It is an amazing and addictive game if you love the Nba.
    The bad thing I find in this game and in general to all the annual games is that there are not many changes in its sequels.
    The first graphics are incredible but they have almost nothing of difference with the previous delivery. The gameplay also does not have a difference with the previous delivery, improves the career mode and    It is an amazing and addictive game if you love the Nba.
    The bad thing I find in this game and in general to all the annual games is that there are not many changes in its sequels.
    The first graphics are incredible but they have almost nothing of difference with the previous delivery.
    The gameplay also does not have a difference with the previous delivery, improves the career mode and the GM. That if in comparison with other annual games this game is the best of all time (fifa, etc)
    In conclusion is an addictive game that can entertain you for dozens of hours. Although if you have a recent previous game as the nba 2k15 or 16 I do not recommend buying this video game as it does not offer something spectacular that sets you apart from previous releases.    … Expand
  64. ctanthegoat
    Jul 12, 2017
    8
    The AI is horrible, running plays is almost impossible, but otherwise online play is quite fun. MyPark and Pro-Am are annoying at times because of either connection or glitches, but if you can get over a few things the game can be very entertaining.
  65. mellonhead
    Jan 7, 2018
    6
    This was a fine game before the patches. The gameplay was good and the different modes could keep you occupied for a long time. The patches messed up the gameplay a lot and has made it annoying to play. All 2k seems to care about is their user buying the next game.
    GRADE: C+
  66. SunnyG11
    Oct 12, 2017
    9
    Nba 2k17 is very fun to play if you give it a chance even though basketball is not very big in the Uk the game development is extraordinarily good the aspects of this game I like is My park and Pro-am these two are particularly very enjoyable My park is when you go head to head in a basketball match with people from different part of the world like America Spain Portugal etc. the thing INba 2k17 is very fun to play if you give it a chance even though basketball is not very big in the Uk the game development is extraordinarily good the aspects of this game I like is My park and Pro-am these two are particularly very enjoyable My park is when you go head to head in a basketball match with people from different part of the world like America Spain Portugal etc. the thing I most enjoy of this particular mod is you have different level for example the worst level is rookies which people tend to hate playing with as they have no IQ of how the game works the second stage after you reach rookie 5 is all-star then after that is superstar and after that is legend me personally I was superstar another aspect of this is you can choose who you play with for example you might have a squad which is another word for teammates specifically on this game there are different “courts” on this game e.g. 1v1 2v2 3v3 and even 4v4 you can also i play competitively on something called stage where you play for VC (virtual currency) making it more interesting and upping the stakes you can also make a clan which I have got when I use to play this game this game was definitely one of my favorites the other game mode you can play is pro-am this game type is where you go head to head in a 6 man this is 6v6 this game mode earns you a lot of money and rep but the downfall is it is very time consuming each game length is 5 mins long and there are 4 quarters in total.… Expand
  67. Xcero
    May 4, 2018
    0
    Stop monetize career mode. Monetize multiplayer not carrer mode. Too greedy, own nba2k18 3 day return for 2k17 plan on selling this for 2k16 or 2k15, this is what happen when there are no contest in one franchise. Greed took charge
  68. TheCornflex
    Jan 31, 2018
    5
    I enjoyed 2K16 a lot so I was happy for 2K17 but I am shocked that the game is pretty much the same just with a different roster. So it is good as a Basketball-Game by itself but as a successor I am pretty disappointed.
  69. arnan34official
    Feb 21, 2018
    8
    They follow in their line, the best sports game, but the shots from afar in the park get in from either side.. that has to be improved...
  70. CJL14
    Aug 29, 2019
    0
    This game is awful in the career their is no controls on how the players pass to you but I like the graphics and the game play
  71. TBDSkripted
    May 21, 2020
    9
    This game is great. The story is solid(None of that Vic Van Lier nonsense). Player Mechanics are smooth, like how the player handles the ball. The shooting and rebounding mechanics are great too. Small details like the Jerseys are amazing too. My only gripe is some of the mechanics. It should not be that complicated to substitute players in and out. I’m not trying to fly a rocket I’mThis game is great. The story is solid(None of that Vic Van Lier nonsense). Player Mechanics are smooth, like how the player handles the ball. The shooting and rebounding mechanics are great too. Small details like the Jerseys are amazing too. My only gripe is some of the mechanics. It should not be that complicated to substitute players in and out. I’m not trying to fly a rocket I’m trying to put Jimmy Butler in lol. The soundtrack is amazing, I can tell they really put there time in instead of just putting in the most popular song at the time like 2k’s now. I’m not that impressed with the graphics though. It seems like every year 2k gets worst with the graphics instead of better. From 2K17 on it seems like where getting worst graphics. MyTeam is alright even though I don’t really indulge in that often. MyLeague is Grade A. You can pretty much do anything you want. 2K17 is going to be a game we talk about in 10 years and miss.… Expand
  72. ItzChristian25
    Sep 24, 2020
    10
    This is my favorite 2k of all time. this game was great and was almost perfect besides a few bugs like the loading screen
  73. hector_bcn98
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    El salto a la nueva generación en los NBA 2K fue gráfico... y ya está. En su día no hacía falta, ahora ya es otro cantar.
  74. WashedPotatoes
    Jul 21, 2022
    8
    one of the most purely fun 2ks, the last GREAT game in the franchise. stealing is way too easy tho
  75. AnthonyDiMattia
    Sep 11, 2021
    9
    The last great MyCareer ever, along with a awesome MyTeam, and the best gameplay in a 2K game ever. In my opinion, 2K17 is the greatest 2K ever made.
  76. DonTheGamer
    Jun 22, 2023
    6
    The last great 2K game, everything after this one is just horrible and not worth your time.

Awards & Rankings

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#10 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#54 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
38
#38 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 47
  3. Negative: 0 out of 47
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 12, 2016
    80
    A complete sports game package tailored to any kind of player, if they’re at least casually interested in basketball. [12/2016, p.75]
  2. Games Master UK
    Dec 4, 2016
    89
    A triumph of style, simulation, and originality that stays true to the culture of basketball. [Dec 2016, p.76]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 21, 2016
    90
    Hoops: they did it again. [Dec 2016, p.73]
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