NBA 2K20

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1.4

Overwhelming dislike- based on 1203 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 105 out of 1203
  2. Mixed: 78 out of 1203
  3. Negative: 1,020 out of 1203
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  1. tarosbog
    Sep 25, 2019
    0
    casino game, money money money money money money money money money. Dont buy this game
  2. Evofirstclass
    Sep 11, 2019
    0
    NO NEGATIVE REVIEWS? Who did you pay off to remove the comments . I’m never buying this piece of **** crumble of inconsistency ever again 2k you lost a customer
  3. TheDevilSoul
    Sep 25, 2019
    0
    I've never written a game review before this because I've never really felt the need to, until now.

    DON'T BUY THIS GAME!!!!! Ever since I downloaded the game the day it was released it's been crashing on me causing my playstation to freeze and restart. This happens every time I play. I literally can't play the game unless all I'm doing is simulating in my league. If there's any    I've never written a game review before this because I've never really felt the need to, until now.

    DON'T BUY THIS GAME!!!!!

    Ever since I downloaded the game the day it was released it's been crashing on me causing my playstation to freeze and restart. This happens every time I play. I literally can't play the game unless all I'm doing is simulating in my league. If there's any actual gameplay it freezes and crashes.

    I've reached out to 2K about this issue, and they've been no help. All they've done is send me automated responses which ignore what I've written and explained. They asked me for video of the issue and I provided it, but they tried to play it off as a problem on playstations side, so they weren't going to help even though the only game this has ever happened with on my console is NBA 2K20. I contacted support at sony and they were great. They helped me walk through the steps that I could take to fix my problem, but the game is still freezing. I sen't 2K another email today telling them that they were wrong and that the issue wasn't with my console and the response I got was the exact same email I got from them the first time I contacted support.

    I spent $100 on the game, but I can't play it. 2K is basically ripping me off. Don't let them do the same to you.    … Expand
  4. NBA2k20suck-s
    Sep 24, 2019
    0
    This is the worst f****** game I have ever played. Super broken miss wide open layups when my dude is a slasher with layup and dunk ratings maxed, also never dunks or pump fakes when I try to
  5. mattarnold008
    Sep 24, 2019
    0
    How the ESRB and PEGI ratings system rates this GAMBLING SIMULATOR suitable for any one above the age of 3 is the height of corruption. if you love your games and want them to stay loot box free avoid this game. There is a severe lack of content and innovation.
  6. LetsGoBucs09
    Sep 23, 2019
    0
    Absolutely horrible game full of micro transactions. Do not waste your money!
  7. DansVox
    Sep 23, 2019
    0
    This game is a war crime of egregiousness. To give anything more than a zero would be morally irresponsible. I have had to disallow my 11 year old son from playing a basketball game, as addictive gambling mini games have become too intrusive... what have we come to when I have to censor my child from a game rated for 3 year old. Morally bankrupt game designers using a reskin of 2K19. IfThis game is a war crime of egregiousness. To give anything more than a zero would be morally irresponsible. I have had to disallow my 11 year old son from playing a basketball game, as addictive gambling mini games have become too intrusive... what have we come to when I have to censor my child from a game rated for 3 year old. Morally bankrupt game designers using a reskin of 2K19. If you know anything about child psychology - don't let this company railroad your kids towards gambling. .… Expand
  8. nbagirl
    Sep 22, 2019
    1
    Setting no Rookie Difficulty in My Career is the biggest mistake. Firstly, not all the players are pro in gameplay, especially people like me who is not a hardcore gamer. Secondly, I always...ALWAYS..purchase VC for upgrading my player, but in the end of the day, I still feel dissapointed for all my purchase can't work that much to improve my player. Thirdly, a game is supposedly to beSetting no Rookie Difficulty in My Career is the biggest mistake. Firstly, not all the players are pro in gameplay, especially people like me who is not a hardcore gamer. Secondly, I always...ALWAYS..purchase VC for upgrading my player, but in the end of the day, I still feel dissapointed for all my purchase can't work that much to improve my player. Thirdly, a game is supposedly to be ENTERTAINING, but with no rookie difficulty for some players, it makes them more upset and not enjoying the game anymore. I guess this is the last time I buy NBA 2k series. Hope you understand to hear the customers' wants and needs and not your ego, since you've lost one.… Expand
  9. GreekKennyS
    Sep 22, 2019
    0
    It's a masterpiece of game if u play their gambling features.But overall it's ****
  10. makingscores0
    Sep 22, 2019
    0
    dont like EA, dont like basket ball, dont like lootboxes, dont like yearly releases that change nothing and make you rebuy everything again. 0 out of 10 :)
  11. strider1983
    Sep 22, 2019
    0
    Glambling 2k20. Avoid it as much as you can. 2k need to change their business
  12. dfug13
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    I only play MyCareer/Park with a little bit of MyLeague. Imagine NBA 2k19 but the game takes one step back in almost every game mechanic. MyCareer: Want to make a unique build? Cool! Just know that only about five builds in the entire game that are worth using since everyone knows the meta already. The badges are completely unbalanced and there are only a handful you would ever need to beI only play MyCareer/Park with a little bit of MyLeague. Imagine NBA 2k19 but the game takes one step back in almost every game mechanic. MyCareer: Want to make a unique build? Cool! Just know that only about five builds in the entire game that are worth using since everyone knows the meta already. The badges are completely unbalanced and there are only a handful you would ever need to be useful in a mode. Flagrant fouls run rampant, and if you’re a center, be prepared to average 1 flagrant a game in career mode AND the REC center. The microtransactions run rampant, but it’s more “in your face” in MyTeam. Which is why I rarely play it. The park is the exact same as last year, and the park events are trash, as well as the rewards for completing them. Beating the “Court Conquerer” event rewards you with a measly 5,000 VC and one selection out of a handful of team jerseys for your MyPlayer. Don’t mind the fact that it takes around 180,000 VC to get a MyPlayer to 85 overall. An absolute sh*t show all around and definitely my last 2k as I get ready for starting a career into my step of adulthood. Thanks for the last memory of gaming that I’ll have for possibly years to come, 2k!… Expand
  13. Weskerfan
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    More of a game for gambling than basketball. Stay away from getting this game.
  14. BravoChzCake
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    Paid full price and quickly noticed it was more of a gambling simulator than a basketball game. Servers suck, just another copy and paste nba2k with different rosters.
  15. pronex69
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    This game is laughably piece of garbage. Dont buy it, stop beeing a npc shill!
  16. JGMan56
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    How can people like that broken ass piece of **** its just a another same boring game with a lot of stupid ass bugs
  17. jag881
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    same trashy game as the last one but with a more predatory in game gambling element
  18. joeCocka
    Sep 21, 2019
    0
    Slot machine simulator. And rated E for everyone! Sure why not, teach your kids how to gamble as soon as possible! It's a thoroughly enjoyable experience for your infants. Let them pull that slot machine lever and experience the thrill of getting the 3xBAR in a........ basketball game. That is what this is supposed to be. Its called NBA2k20 after all. "Not entertaining enough for mySlot machine simulator. And rated E for everyone! Sure why not, teach your kids how to gamble as soon as possible! It's a thoroughly enjoyable experience for your infants. Let them pull that slot machine lever and experience the thrill of getting the 3xBAR in a........ basketball game. That is what this is supposed to be. Its called NBA2k20 after all. "Not entertaining enough for my children", you say? Give them your credit card and let them spin the roulette wheel in NBA2K20 and laugh in excitement as they win glorious prices. Thank you ESBR!
    After all that fun and excitement, a line of cocaine should put them right to sleep.    … Expand
  19. Dynexicon27
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    I cant give it anything less. The gameplay is outstanding, I keep coming back for more even if I didn’t have a great game because I always feel like I’m getting better. If you’re new don’t be intimidated, play the way you want and you’ll be successful
  20. Chuntarito3
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Are we going to allow these money hungry companies to continue to ruin our video games in such a manner? Fellow gamers, these outrageous micro transactions are slowly sleeping into our other video games we know and love. We must stand together to stop these disgraceful transactions in video games. Make sure you contact ESRB we have to start somewhere.
  21. metsfan1993
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    WOW.

    Another year, another disappointing entry into the NBA2K series.

    Stick w/ 2K19 as this is definitely not worth a purchase at full retail price. Just a shame the direction this series has went in. Hopefully NBA Live continues to improve its game so maybe just maybe 2K won't be as complacent and step up and deliver a great game in this series once again.
  22. lucassvaz
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Fricking exploitation of people. Fricking exploitation of people. Fricking exploitation of people.
  23. RageoftheGODs
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Absolutely terrible. It’s literally a Casino only worse because you can’t win your money back. I have no idea how a game with actual slot machines, roulette, and ball drop can be rated E for everyone. Do not buy this game, do not support these incredibly disgusting and predatory business practices.

    MICROTRANSACTIONS SHOULD NOT BE IN FULL PRICED GAMES.
  24. Ryanwhite5744
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Simulated gambling on top of real gambling, a straight re release of 2k19. Dont buy, speak to this scummy company with your wallet, dont let then make a fool of you.
  25. Ugliaticus
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Sickening gambling mechanics, lousy progression and those FREE SPINS that hook you into buying their BS currency. Really ESRB? REALLY!?
  26. HollywoodToxic
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    This game is corrupting our youth, this is not a basketball game, this is a casino simulator. NBA shouldn't allow this, it's disappointing to me as a fan of the sport and of the NBA as well as the pro basketball players inside this game to be used so intoxicating. BRING BACK TRUE BASKETBALL. NO MORE LOOT BOX OR MICRO TRANSACTIONS, MOST IMPORTANTLY NO MORE CASINO REFERENCES FOR THE KIDS.This game is corrupting our youth, this is not a basketball game, this is a casino simulator. NBA shouldn't allow this, it's disappointing to me as a fan of the sport and of the NBA as well as the pro basketball players inside this game to be used so intoxicating. BRING BACK TRUE BASKETBALL. NO MORE LOOT BOX OR MICRO TRANSACTIONS, MOST IMPORTANTLY NO MORE CASINO REFERENCES FOR THE KIDS. LET THEM GROW UP IN A WORLD WHERE THERE ARE NO MICRO TRANSACTIONS IN SPORT GAMES.… Expand
  27. NormanGrubb
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    I stupidly placed my credit card on my 10 year old son's PlayStation in order to purchase games in the past. He somehow managed to spend $279 for in game items in two days. I realize it is partially my fault, but how is a game that offers card sets, which are very expensive, allowable to children 3 and up? Upon closer review this game has actual gambling as well. I will be contacting theI stupidly placed my credit card on my 10 year old son's PlayStation in order to purchase games in the past. He somehow managed to spend $279 for in game items in two days. I realize it is partially my fault, but how is a game that offers card sets, which are very expensive, allowable to children 3 and up? Upon closer review this game has actual gambling as well. I will be contacting the BBB with my complaint… Expand
  28. BtRes
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Horrible 0/10 it's gambling not basketball, not for kids, don't buy this for your kids it's literal gambling
  29. IQInfinito
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    2k20 Casino game, dont buy this game and you will be helping to make company stop selling this cancer.
  30. krishna887
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    Well gambling simulator ....,................................................
    The rating should be changed
  31. idcukor
    Sep 20, 2019
    0
    So refreshing to see some actual basketball in this ONLINE CASINO SIMULATOR. Also great that it is rated "E" for Everyone so my kids can experience the immersive and addictive nature of GAMBLING so early in their life. Graphics are ok for a 2019 game.
  32. DrDreSketch
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Working on casino game instead of actually working on gameplay and making the game better
  33. goobawhoba
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Simulated gambling. F*ck 2K, ESA, ESRB and anyone who buys this garbage. Don't support companies who promote gambling to our children.
  34. KanyeCarlton
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Glitches - Dumbest AI to date - No female My Player - My Park is an exploit factory and THE MICRO TRANSACTIONS are egregious
  35. xdarknemesis
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Loot Box Simulator. That's what this needs to be called. It's just absurd how despicable 2K is these days.
  36. KenyaFerrand
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    If this is E for everyone then will they go back to that pokemon game and re-rate it for its slot machean?
  37. ibuyeverything
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    As someone that use to spend all of there money in the My Team and recovered after being addicted this year's game gives me outer rage as the My Team mode is designed to get you hooked with its pretty attraction of being there to give you good stuff its not. I spent money on this game for the longest since 2K7 for Xbox 360 and this will be the last one as I'm tired of: bad servers,As someone that use to spend all of there money in the My Team and recovered after being addicted this year's game gives me outer rage as the My Team mode is designed to get you hooked with its pretty attraction of being there to give you good stuff its not. I spent money on this game for the longest since 2K7 for Xbox 360 and this will be the last one as I'm tired of: bad servers, horrible glitches that makes no sense as there should be fix it ruins the gameplay fell, ignoring the community, and ways to DRAIN your wallet dry, PLEASE LISTEN I love basketball but hate the way they treat this the My Team is a waste of money as they shut down the servers and all of your hard grind and work is only shown with recordings or trophies/achievements thats it. All those Galaxy Opal's, Pink Diamonds gone start all over and majority takes forever to get anyways. Once you do people would majority of the time leave the game instantly seeing your most powerful 99's. Thinking about it it takes a lot of money to get a great card for your My Team I spent $100 and only got two yes two please avoid and the two cards weren't even that good had to sell them in the auction and grind and hopefully win the one card in my auction. This is simulating gambling should be rated T for teen not E. As always play responsibly.… Expand
  38. Fycn30
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Nothing but a cash grab with simulated gambling and loot boxes they have ruined basketball games
  39. Longduckdong
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Game is broken and full of simulated gambling. The fact that it’s also rates E for everyone with simulated gambling is a joke.
  40. Hops
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Fun gambling simulator for Addicted Adults. Should not be rated G or E for everyone, as it recommends spending real world money to progress in game. Micro transactions plague the game with game breaking bugs. 99% of the game besides the mycareer story, roster updates have stayed the same as the previous reiteration NBA 2k19. The PC port proves this with a NBA 2k19 desktop icon instead ofFun gambling simulator for Addicted Adults. Should not be rated G or E for everyone, as it recommends spending real world money to progress in game. Micro transactions plague the game with game breaking bugs. 99% of the game besides the mycareer story, roster updates have stayed the same as the previous reiteration NBA 2k19. The PC port proves this with a NBA 2k19 desktop icon instead of the 2K20 icon. Bottom line. It’s filled with bugs, glitches, micro transactions, and lack of new features make this feel simply a copy paste of the previous game. Stay away. Recommend buying 2k19 and downloading the new roster. You will save money.… Expand
  41. sniperkiller55
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    There is a basketball mode in my casino game. We need to stop with the simulation type of gambling in our games.
  42. combo
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    This abomination shouldn't exist and people behind this game should be ashamed. Same goes for idiot players who willingly promote gambling to kids while pretending to win on them slot machines and roulette in trailer. Shame!
  43. mRosco3
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    It's a cassino game with basketball mini games on the side. Nothing new except now you can gamble on loot boxes, pachinko machines, roulettes...
  44. Ifteharuls
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please removePlease remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.Please remove gambling.… Expand
  45. Kevi86
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    I play mostly offline (play now mode) so I usually don`t experience most of the online problems that are present for last few years, but this game is stuttering even in offline games. It feels like a laggy mess, not optimised even after patch 1.03. This issue is defiantly present on PS4 pro console running 4k and it sill haven't been resolved. This game is almost unplayable at this pointI play mostly offline (play now mode) so I usually don`t experience most of the online problems that are present for last few years, but this game is stuttering even in offline games. It feels like a laggy mess, not optimised even after patch 1.03. This issue is defiantly present on PS4 pro console running 4k and it sill haven't been resolved. This game is almost unplayable at this point because it feels at times that it`s running at 30fps during gameplay. This is unacceptable and until this issue is fixed I give this game 0 because it`s unplayable in 4k. 2k needs to step up an start to respect there customers.… Expand
  46. TheCanadianMan
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    NBA 2K is an game that fails by a long shot it is a copy paste of the last 5 nba and on top of this there are just to many loot boxes. If I buy an 80$ game I expect to get all the content. NBA 2K 20 FELLS LIKE I JUST PAYED 80$$$$ FOR THE RIGHT TO SPEED EVEN MORE ON LOOT BOXES
  47. jessejojo
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    This game has more to do with gambling, than with actual basketball. What a shame
  48. Sadpolar7
    Sep 19, 2019
    1
    1/10 because this is a great Casino Simulation game but a terrible NBA simulation game. I never knew gambling was such a huge part of the NBA players careers until I played this game. Thanks 2K games for enlightening me. NO MORE LOOT BOXES IN FULL PRICED GAMES!! Why is this rated E for EVERYONE!?
  49. davidm8
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    When I first played this game I thought it would be much better with previous modes in 2k18-19 but this is barely a game at all. This nba is almost only about lootboxes, and cosmetics are such a grind to buy.
  50. Richelyn
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Are you kidding with this gambling simulator for kids?? What have sports games come too....such a shame
  51. mi6o0o
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    This game is an example what a AAA game looks like now a days.Broken on release,full with casino type of microtransactions,false promises,greedy bastards.I hope all the loot boxes get banned so you can go and work in a supermarket you lazy **** there they are going to kick you out.
  52. chihlitel
    Sep 19, 2019
    4
    The worst NBA ever. Shame.
    The NBA 2K19 was much better. I play My Career mode for many years. This 2K20 is junk.

    - training process in Bball Team Gym is so bad, I can't choose what to train.
    - RPG system is very complicated and bad. Stamina and Speed and acceleration now its not possible to manually upgrade.

    Very upset with that version (((. Dont recommend
  53. jenofdv
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Splish, splash
    this microtransaction-riddled joke of a game is complete thrash
  54. Lonkus
    Sep 19, 2019
    0
    Respect your consumers. That's like rule number one for developers, Not that hard 2k.
  55. Swarmofferrets
    Sep 18, 2019
    0
    They put basketball in my gambling game. This game only exists to make money of gambling and conditioning children to be okay with it.
  56. nipless
    Sep 18, 2019
    0
    PEGI: "I don't see how a giant spinning slot machine constitutes as imagery of gambling."
  57. Andresl
    Sep 18, 2019
    0
    Micropagos por todos lados, bugs por doquier y publicidad dentro de el juego. Una completa basura
  58. guywithchainsaw
    Sep 18, 2019
    0
    Horrible game filled with bug's. They released an unfinished game like usual and don't get me started on the micro transaction. I don't get it how this game has a 77 metascore, who reviewed this game who are these people.
  59. nddot
    Sep 18, 2019
    1
    Game is plagued with legacy issues (servers, servers, servers AND SERVERS)
    On top of the MTX which are more invasive than ever.
    The offline modes are still plagued with bugs and issues that gave been in the game for 2 or 3 seasons (draft issues, free agents disappearing, contract extension not working...) Its bad cause the gameplay seemed a bit better this time around. They don't    Game is plagued with legacy issues (servers, servers, servers AND SERVERS)
    On top of the MTX which are more invasive than ever.
    The offline modes are still plagued with bugs and issues that gave been in the game for 2 or 3 seasons (draft issues, free agents disappearing, contract extension not working...)
    Its bad cause the gameplay seemed a bit better this time around.
    They don't communicate well with their community and drop heavy patches that dont fix anything too... So yeah.    … Expand
  60. sublime213
    Sep 17, 2019
    3
    As a long time 2k fan...this years version is absolute garbage...wow... So garbage i had to rate it... The badge system is horrible... Players missing point blank layups because u miss timed the joystick...like really dude hes alone under the rim!!!
    My player gameplay is unbearable... I bought the digital version if not id let some lil kid have it the disc version for free. 2k lost a fan    As a long time 2k fan...this years version is absolute garbage...wow... So garbage i had to rate it... The badge system is horrible... Players missing point blank layups because u miss timed the joystick...like really dude hes alone under the rim!!!
    My player gameplay is unbearable... I bought the digital version if not id let some lil kid have it the disc version for free. 2k lost a fan on this one.    … Expand
  61. Barodriguez
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Look. There's simulated gambling. There's REAL gambling. There's slot machines. There's games left to chance. There's micro-transactions around every single corner. The game costs 60.00 + tax. The target audience is "everyone" which includes children. Makes no sense to me. DO. NOT. BUY. THIS. GAME. Something has to change.
  62. elitegeek79
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    I really love how this game has finally brought much needed attention to a corrupt game industry!
  63. Cyniclese
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Gambling Simulator 2020. I cannot believe this is rated Pegi 3 and E for Everyone.

    Slot machines, roulette, ball drop, card packs, and this is something kids (and adults) can unfortunately spend large sums of money on. 2K and Take Two don’t have a moral compass. They don’t care whose lives get destroyed if it makes their company even more money. That’s the tragedy here: Not that this is    Gambling Simulator 2020. I cannot believe this is rated Pegi 3 and E for Everyone.

    Slot machines, roulette, ball drop, card packs, and this is something kids (and adults) can unfortunately spend large sums of money on.

    2K and Take Two don’t have a moral compass. They don’t care whose lives get destroyed if it makes their company even more money. That’s the tragedy here: Not that this is a bad game (which it is), but more that this game is a vehicle to financially crush addicts, that it takes advantage of individuals and families, including children who get access to their parents bank accounts.

    And the ESRB rates this E for Everyone? That’s a lie and they know it.    … Expand
  64. andyv2k14
    Sep 17, 2019
    7
    I'll caveat by saying I do not play MyTeam because it has always seemed like a lootbox type game. There were a lot of bugs (a lot with servers especially, I think) at launch, but it seems that has since been fixed and, sadly, that's hardly unique to 2k20.

    I feel that people who say gameplay hasn't changed have not played the game very much. Gameplay is definitely different (not always    I'll caveat by saying I do not play MyTeam because it has always seemed like a lootbox type game. There were a lot of bugs (a lot with servers especially, I think) at launch, but it seems that has since been fixed and, sadly, that's hardly unique to 2k20.

    I feel that people who say gameplay hasn't changed have not played the game very much. Gameplay is definitely different (not always for the better, but different). Notably, defense feels quite different. Lateral quickness is definitely a thing now and slower bigs will get absolutely roasted by quick guards.

    Also, you can pretty much respect your character, for all intents and purposes. The MyPlayer builder lets you see every single stat on the character before you start MyCareer. Also, you can test the build at any level with any badges, so you can get a halfway decent idea of what it will play like, as well as figure out what badges you need. Also, every time you earn a new badge you can go back in and change the badges that you selected previously (at least on my game I can). I'm not sure how much more of a respect you wanted. Of course they aren't going to give you unlimited refunds on VC (no company would do that, I don't think).

    The game is certainly costly, but 2k isn't the only game to use this model. A lot of games now are moving to the grind-or-pay premise. It doesn't bode well for gamers, but it's also not going to change either.    … Expand
  65. Efesys
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    And so when the state and moralists should get excited shouting about casinos for children in the game from the TV show they are silent .... because money ...... the answer is always money.
  66. siphter86
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Wish they'd get Basketball out of my Casino and the FBI would look into Strauss Zelnick.
  67. Bam00
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Disgrace, incredible how this game is not gamble? How can we protect our children when games like these are out there.
  68. sketchborn
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    this game is a gambling game for kids age three and up, 2K have become cartoon villains.
  69. Childress7
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    The worst NBA game ever. A lot of bugs, the game was unfinished. Don't buy this crap.
  70. Pookytookybaby
    Sep 9, 2019
    0
    Game graphics are great. Wants too much money to enjoy content. This micro transaction/ loot box system is egregious.
  71. Lokizarro
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Do yourself, the hobby of gaming, and everyone else a favour and do not support this microtransaction ridden mess. Supporting this trash only sets negative precedents in the future for our hobby. If you pay an up front cost for a game, none of this should be in the game in any shape or form. Disgraceful stuff, and I hope to see MUCH MORE push back against this disaster and others similarDo yourself, the hobby of gaming, and everyone else a favour and do not support this microtransaction ridden mess. Supporting this trash only sets negative precedents in the future for our hobby. If you pay an up front cost for a game, none of this should be in the game in any shape or form. Disgraceful stuff, and I hope to see MUCH MORE push back against this disaster and others similar going forward. … Expand
  72. DAZassassin100
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Just a big grind fest for randomized loot with pressure to spend money to mitigate the grind, not my kind of game.
  73. Tensayoshimitsu
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    This is so bad. Mirotrans are out of control. Am done with the 2k series. And its a gaming sim. No real step up. Just the same game with a updated rooster. With more mirotrans.
  74. BJH16
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Insidious microtransactions, a reskin of NBA 2K19. Even the icon logo was 2K19!! It's a scam everyone. Just stick with NBA 2k19 and dont enforce or encourage their behaviour this year. If you like to actually play a basketball game, dont go for this one.
  75. IronFlash
    Sep 17, 2019
    1
    Nice graphics but same game as last year with a brand New twist
  76. Rizk
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    This is not a basketball game. This is a virtual casino to rip kids off their money. Slot machines, roulette and more, this should not be rated "E" at all.
  77. TwoFace1240
    Sep 17, 2019
    1
    There is to much basketball in my gambling game.
    This another dlc or actually an update to the last year game. Thank you for another "surprise mechanics" game.
  78. Kadafibawss
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Like most basketball fans, I was a huge NBA Live fan at first and ended up switching to 2k and since then I have bought every NBA 2k game since 2k13 and have been a huge fan of this series. But this game has become a cash cow, focused on micro transactions and virtual currency. This game is truly a disgrace on my opinion and I will never purchase another 2k game again. I hope NBA Live canLike most basketball fans, I was a huge NBA Live fan at first and ended up switching to 2k and since then I have bought every NBA 2k game since 2k13 and have been a huge fan of this series. But this game has become a cash cow, focused on micro transactions and virtual currency. This game is truly a disgrace on my opinion and I will never purchase another 2k game again. I hope NBA Live can make a comeback so we can have a proper basketball game again. If you are a fan of the series or even video games in general I am asking you to please boycott this game and the disgusting gambling mechanics implemented.… Expand
  79. Isop435
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Don’t buy this game, its a hack. Sure updates, updates that should have been available 10 years ago. They are stealing your money, your time, and your sense. Trying to pass off a gambling mess as a toddler friendly experience, don’t buy this game or any NBA 2k or FIFA anything sports centric. They are getting worse every single year. Stop buying their abuse and into their greedy nature.Don’t buy this game, its a hack. Sure updates, updates that should have been available 10 years ago. They are stealing your money, your time, and your sense. Trying to pass off a gambling mess as a toddler friendly experience, don’t buy this game or any NBA 2k or FIFA anything sports centric. They are getting worse every single year. Stop buying their abuse and into their greedy nature. you’ll never get another good sports game until you do.… Expand
  80. King_ligma
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    why is there basketball in my gambling simulator? This should not be E for everyone.
  81. Megamaniac
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    For some reason, there was a basketball court on my virtual casino, which is cool I guess but distracts me from the gambling. It's a shame that I need to work for money in real life to sustain a good rythm of progress in the game, though.

    Loading times are awesome, they allow me to prepare a full lunch before every betting binge. And the physics defying engine in the built in    For some reason, there was a basketball court on my virtual casino, which is cool I guess but distracts me from the gambling. It's a shame that I need to work for money in real life to sustain a good rythm of progress in the game, though.

    Loading times are awesome, they allow me to prepare a full lunch before every betting binge.

    And the physics defying engine in the built in basketball minigame disconnects me from the everyday predictably boring gravity, some randomness in life is always nice you know?    … Expand
  82. DoodyStainz
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Wow this is actually a sad day for the sports gaming community. This game is a glorified money stealer. Unfortunately young kids don't realize how grimy this truly is. Rating needs to be changed from E to M due to all the gambling mechanics..
  83. S1L3NTH4RB1NG3R
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    This is a casino simulator..this trash is ruining games and its all pure greed from the gaming industry, esrb and pegi who are just complicit in this BS and paid for by the gaming industry to give their games whatever rating they want.
  84. GooverDan1
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    Oh no, my simulated casino has basketball in it, ugh, that's annoying. >:( I want my lootbox simulator with more roulettes and slot machines.
  85. Rbangs93
    Sep 17, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I mostly play my league and the presentation is exactly the same. This game is 2k19.5… Expand
  86. Fukronnie2k
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 2k19.5, they **** this game up big time. Cheesing ass mf that's all on the park, Mike Wang is a **** chink ass mf… Expand
  87. gotwinner
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    The sheer fact that the ESRB would rate this casino simulator of a basketball game an E for everyone really says everything you need to know about the state if gaming. NBA 2K20 brings little to nothing good or new to the table and quite frankly, feels like a copy and paste of last years game. I think that we as the consumer should vote with our wallets and take a stand against corruptThe sheer fact that the ESRB would rate this casino simulator of a basketball game an E for everyone really says everything you need to know about the state if gaming. NBA 2K20 brings little to nothing good or new to the table and quite frankly, feels like a copy and paste of last years game. I think that we as the consumer should vote with our wallets and take a stand against corrupt gaming publishers that consistently scam its player base with unfinished, unpolished garbage year in and year out. I will never buy another sports game until this cancer is eradicated.… Expand
  88. Deathbackwards
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    This is easily the worst basketball game I have ever played. This is among the worst games in general that I have ever played. This game is borderline non functional. Everything is laggy, the animations are slow, and the game is littered with bugs. The way the game is set up forces you to either spend additional money on in game currency or spend an insane amount of time grinding. What aThis is easily the worst basketball game I have ever played. This is among the worst games in general that I have ever played. This game is borderline non functional. Everything is laggy, the animations are slow, and the game is littered with bugs. The way the game is set up forces you to either spend additional money on in game currency or spend an insane amount of time grinding. What a waste of money… Expand
  89. Yebet321
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    Littered with microtransactions. Probably the worst game I've ever played..
  90. alikhaksarinoor
    Sep 16, 2019
    9
    واقعا عالیه و میتونه کاملا سرگرمتون کنه اما به خاطر این نه دادم که خیلی پرداخت های درون برنامه ای داره
  91. kravenhart
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    PEGI 3 for a gambling machine game with a basket skin. You almost can't play without wast money.
  92. abvilla
    Sep 15, 2019
    0
    El peor juego de la historia, un robo sin control... sin avances gráficos, sin cambios en absolutamente en nada... personalmente me gustan los juegos de baloncesto, pero en nba2k es mas un casino de barrio que que lo otro.
  93. iMani
    Sep 15, 2019
    9
    This is a letter for the devs:

    Hey lads, when I enter to My Casino I find an option called "Basketball Court"...
    I find it quite anoying and distracting... can u pls fix it?

    The rest of the game is ok
  94. nba2kistrash
    Sep 15, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is plagued with internal issues:

    The badge system is laughable. You shouldn’t be forced into going deep into a character before they are able to do a fade away running jumper—and when you get that badge, you wouldn’t hit 99% of running fade-away jumpers when you’re 100% smothered. Badges are cash or time locked superpowers, and shouldn’t be in a sports sim.

    Missing is too easy. You have a player with 84 three point shooting, and he misses 10 out of 10 three pointers when wide open, if you’re just slightly off with the shooting bar... which is another abysmal implementation of a concept. You hold the button, not for a specific amount of time, but until the bar shows up and fills up. so if you’re standing still, you might hold the button for 1 second for green.. while if you’re running then stop, it might take 4 seconds for the exact same shot. The game is just ultra slow in this regard of hitting moving shots.

    Don’t know what I mean by green? Well there’s this fun feature in the game where if you fill the bar to green, it’s a 100% chance to make the shot... something that should never be allowed in any game is an automatic win. There no gun in call of duty that automatically hits an enemy even if you’re not aiming, just as long as you hold the trigger the right amount of time. It’s insane.

    There’s also gambling in the game where you can bet vc in a game—another horrible addition to the randomness that is all sports games and especially this one.

    Also, the game isn’t fun. you wanna drive the lane and dunk? nah, sorry. someone was standing there... so you’re 7 foot guy went for a layup over the 5 foot guy. Wow, that’s not fun. Dunking in this game is impossible unless you have a mile in every direction clear.

    So many tiny problems too, like you can’t practice anywhere... you can practice once after playing 10 games, then you can practice once per game—but there’s not chill shoot around and learn the game area, like there was previously at loading screens or the title. There’s no “play now”, and just jump into a court where you shoot solo.

    Also the “free spin daily” is messed up where it’s at least 24 hours after you last did it.. so if you can play for an hour once a day starting at noon, you’re gonna eventually have to skip a day every few days, since you can’t claim it the same time everyday. This is a programming oversight, and a foolish one at that.

    There are dozens of little frustrating things i can’t name or remember while typing all this: but there’s one last thing, and it’s what I said at the beginning... video games aren’t ready for sports, and specifically basketball. There’s too much going to to portray it accurately. Watch a real game of basketball for 5 minutes, then watch 5 minutes of this game.

    In this game people do crossover and dribble moves on no one... you do them to a ghost. you’re not dodging a reach in or a steal, or using it to create space, you’re doing a sweet little move to give you an acceleration boost around an opponent that’s forced to stand there while you dance around.

    In this game there’s no dynamic offense. you can call plays and move people around... but make a point guard and go into my player and play against the nba teams... your whole team stands around and does nothing! No one is thinking or looking or moving. And when people do move or do things like create picks, it’s extremely one dimensional and not realistic.

    And in this game when things do look good and realistic—they are canned animations. They are predetermined things that will either be successful or not based on the stats of your person.

    The amount of time they spent animating the cheerleaders looks like more time than they spent playing their own game for fun or to find glitches.

    There’s no reason a game should be this bad in 2019, but since it is, i can confidently say, upon the wager of my eternal soul, i promise you this is the worst game I have ever played.    … Expand
  95. Finnix
    Sep 10, 2019
    0
    Why did you put basketball in my casino for Kids? Seriously, what were you thinking about while doing this game?
  96. djape
    Sep 15, 2019
    0
    This **** micro transactions and gambling for packs got to go. F**k this. We need someone else to develop real bball game. This is pathetic.
  97. Kuropatkaa
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Очень приятный симулятор гемблинга ,советую… Expand
  98. Mikedee_
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    Huge disappointment. Read other user comments. This is a big problem and a bad game.
  99. Davide457
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    Basically the same game of the last year.. embarrassing.
    I don't recommend this game to anybody, save your money for something useful.
  100. aqewrtwqr4th435
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    sad to see all this basketballstuff in my gambling game. Missed oppurtunity!
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#82 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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#12 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2019

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78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. JeuxActu
    Dec 9, 2019
    85
    NBA 2K20 isn't the most groundbreaking opus in the IP, but it's still a must-have for all the basketball fans out there.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Oct 22, 2019
    80
    Visual Concepts’ tireless scouting for new stuff hasn’t affected its immaculate eye for detail. [Issue#168, p.78]
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 16, 2019
    75
    NBA 2K20 includes fewer innovations than a "copy/paste club", yet manages to still play and feel pretty great. Gambling and microtransactions involved are becoming more and more toxic with each year tho.
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