NBA 2K21

 Xbox Series X
User Score
4.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 51 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 51
  3. Negative: 26 out of 51
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  1. IdiotRavensFan
    Nov 13, 2020
    7
    It's a pretty good game. There are a few bugs and it's kind of obvious 2k copy pasted a lot of the game from previous gen to next gen.

    MYNBA - the mode I've played the most. The new improvements and playable g-league games are very nice MYCAREER - the storyline is identical to the previous gen 2k21 expect the option to play g-league games makes it a whole lot better. There is still    It's a pretty good game. There are a few bugs and it's kind of obvious 2k copy pasted a lot of the game from previous gen to next gen.

    MYNBA - the mode I've played the most. The new improvements and playable g-league games are very nice

    MYCAREER - the storyline is identical to the previous gen 2k21 expect the option to play g-league games makes it a whole lot better. There is still no CAL, which was a great feature in the older games.

    PARK/MYCITY - not bad, I like the idea of the city and THANK YOU 2K FOR BRINGING BACK AFFILIATIONS.

    MYTEAM - pretty much identical to previous gen 2k21

    THE WNBA STUFFS - I didn't really look into it too much but it seems to be a big improvement from before.

    GAMEPLAY - feels like a refined version of 2k21. It's a lot smoother than before but it needs work but I like it a lot better than previous gen.

    GRAPHICS - graphics look amazing on the Series X.

    Overall, it's a step forward and hopefully the game will start to be good again like how it was from 2k11-2k16.    … Expand
  2. Frazierdabest
    Jan 6, 2021
    6
    El juego es una decepción total, animaciones rotas como el año pasado, la ciudad va con una lag tremendo, casi no hay gente para jugar online, muy díficil de farmear y si quieres conseguir algo decente vas a tener que grindear como un loco. El juego acaba siendo a ver quien tiene la carta más rota. La gente abusa jugando online con los triples.

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#9 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2020
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#11 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2020

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    75
    The edition for the new generation of consoles is much better than the old one, especially when it comes to graphics (spectacular!) and loading times (lightning fast). Sadly, despite many improvements, some of the game’s flaws remained unaddressed, which fortunately does not change the fact that NBA 2K21 is now simply enjoyable. Just be careful and don’t buy the old version by mistake! [01/2021, p.75]
  2. XboxAddict
    Dec 15, 2020
    86
    Visual Concepts has made the jump to next-gen and has done so incredibly well for players jumping into NBA 2K21 for the first time, making it seamless for players since its initial launch to transfer to their progress to Xbox Series X|S. Aside from some created players needing a bit of an upgrade graphically, NBA 2K21 Next Generation is a solid sports title that fans will surely enjoy for the gameplay, its visuals and love of the game.
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  3. TheXboxHub
    Dec 7, 2020
    80
    NBA 2K21 Next Generation on Xbox Series X is a great addition to an already packed amount of content. It’s visually more stunning than anything that has come before it, with a complete sheen to the gameplay and stunning work in how the players move and react. Everything is just topped off by some amazing work in the audio department.
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