NBA 2K24

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 21
  3. Negative: 1 out of 21
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  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Sep 15, 2023
    90
    After a weekend of intense play on the courts of NBA 2K24, the observation is there: the mechanics are very different from last season to perform on the floors, and progress in the career. It is less obvious to have a very complete player online, and the new defense and contact system will delight the greatest defenders and screen setters at heart. To complement the many hours of gaming required online, the single-player content of the software is still gargantuan, with welcome new features. We will simply complain about the ever more invasive micro-transaction system to progress quickly, and a Mamba Moments mode tribute to Kobe not at the level of that of Michael Jordan last season.
  2. GameCritics
    Nov 30, 2023
    85
    In the end, NBA 2K24 might be the finest sports videogame I’ve ever resented. The butter-smooth gameplay, extensive core modes, and pristine visuals will deliver months upon months of top-tier digital hoops, which is reflected in the final score. However, those interested in character and team advancement will likely find the reliance on microtransactions to be too demanding and expensive to realistically pursue.
  3. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 26, 2023
    80
    NBA 2K24 is two games in one: it's a basketball manual full of love and a video game full of microtransactions. But you only notice the latter when you try to win in the City playground, the rest of the game is a solid experience and the best basketball game yet.
  5. LevelUp
    Sep 22, 2023
    80
    For better or worse, NBA 2K continues to get its way and this year's installment is no exception. If you are an NBA fan looking for a traditional gaming experience to take your favorite team to the top. However, you should know that the full enjoyment of everything that NBA 2K24 offers is limited by its already traditional, and not at all pleasant, transactions.
  6. The Games Machine
    Sep 19, 2023
    80
    NBA 2K24 is a video game that convinces but falls short on microtransactions in the career mode, improving little, offering an interesting city to explore and in which to make choices. The progress made is notable, especially in the most requested ways, but it could have aimed for something more.
  7. TheXboxHub
    Sep 18, 2023
    80
    Missing legend aside, NBA2K24 is a worthwhile upgrade for fans of 2K23. 2K’s yearly package is full to the brim with options and modes.
  8. The Loadout
    Sep 15, 2023
    80
    With amazing visuals and presentation, brilliant gameplay, and a wide variety of modes, NBA 2K24 is one of the best sports games of the year and a standout in the NBA 2K series as a whole. However, innovations to its monetization have just made its microtransaction problem even more profound.
  9. Generación Xbox
    Sep 18, 2023
    77
    With Kobe Bryant's memory still fresh, Visual Concepts delivers NBA 2K24, a new entry with few innovations where microtransactions have stood their ground.
  10. MondoXbox
    Sep 17, 2023
    75
    NBA 2K24 brings back the excellent on-court experience the series has accustomed us to, with major improvements in player animations thanks to the new ProPLAY technology. There is, however, a need for stronger new features and, above all, it is plagued by obnoxious microtransactions even in modes that shouldn't have them, such as MyCareer.

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#95 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2023
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#58 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2023

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  1. Offishall
    Sep 10, 2023
    1
    The absolute worst kind of consumer predatory pay to win garbage you can imagine. 90$ Canadian for the game. About 200$ to pay to level yourThe absolute worst kind of consumer predatory pay to win garbage you can imagine. 90$ Canadian for the game. About 200$ to pay to level your character up to be competitive. About 15$ for season pass to myteam which if like last year will have 9 seasons so about another 135$. For total of $425 CAD. They are making gaming a hobby for the rich. No auction house. You need to play about 300 games to earn enough mt to buy a myteam amethyst player and immediately lose 50-60% of the value. 2k are criminals. This is digital mafia behaviour and they should be investigated. They are shameless and have made a soulless game. The NBA should be ashamed for being attached to this digital fraud. 2k and VC and its staff should all be disgusted with themselves. Kobe would be appalled.… Full Review »
  2. mintlo
    Sep 10, 2023
    0
    I want to interview these folks and ask them: Why exactly do you make the game not be fun?
  3. fabiano2315
    Sep 12, 2023
    5
    Most of the reason I buy the game is for the narrative my career story. I loaded up the game and found out there wasn't one. I refunded myMost of the reason I buy the game is for the narrative my career story. I loaded up the game and found out there wasn't one. I refunded my game through XBOX. Now they added a battle pass? Guess I'm done with 2k. They joined the ranks of Madden.… Full Review »