ESPN NBA 2K5
Xbox- Publisher: Sega
- Release Date: Sep 28, 2004
- Also On: PlayStation 2
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GameProNo one's going to beat 2K5 on price, and the game's as tough as nails on the court. [Dec 2004, p.142]
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For those looking for a variety of online modes, great graphics, and technically accurate five-on-five play, ESPN 2K5 is the only way to go.
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Sega finally got the rhythm back again as ESPN NBA 2K5 excels on all levels and is easily the best playing and most featured filled basketball game on the market.
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All said, NBA 2K5 is the best basketball game on the market. Period. NBA team comparison: 2003-2004 Detroit Pistons – Does what it needs to do to get it done. Teamwork and fundamentals give this game the championship it rightfully deserves.
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Game InformerThis is still the best playing, most rewarding and realistic basketball game that money can buy. [Nov 2004, p.143]
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While EA's series definitely has its strong points, ESPN NBA 2K5 has better graphics, AI, and that highly addictive 24-7 mode.
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An excellent basketball game. It offers loads of gameplay, solid physics, unparalleled animations, and terrific graphics. It would be a bargain at $50, let alone the $20 it's selling for.
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Simply put, ESPN NBA 2K5 can't be beat when it comes to value and offers quite possibly the best virtual game of basketball on the market today.
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Overall, this game is a three pointer from downtown. Granted, it was banked off the boards and hit the rim, but it still went in.
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Flaws in the graphics and lack of improvement in 24/7 mode are outweighed by the positives of improvements in gameplay, the Association, and online.
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Official Xbox MagazineThe controls feel loose and non-responsive, which makes executing everything from a simple dunk to a pick-and-roll more exasperating than it should be. [Dec 2004, p.89]
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Absolutely the way to go. The upgraded franchise mode with the awesome Full Authority feature and the return of the 24/7 mode make this game more than worth its 20 dollar price tag.
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Even though there are some rough edges in its franchise mode, ESPN NBA 2K5's basic gameplay mechanics are extremely well done, making the game easy to recommend to any basketball fan. It hits the mark in just about every aspect of basketball, including post-up play, rebounding, and passing.
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Play MagazineIt just shies away from greatness given how good last year's game was. [Dec 2004, p.103]
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TotalGames.netWisely staying away from being a full on sim, NBA 2K5 features incredibly slick gameplay, intuitive action and - most importantly - delivers a fantastic game of Basketball that dumps on EA's recent effort from a great height.
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A confounding mix of good, bad, and just plain stupid. Like Charles Barkley, the 2K series remains great, but is still lacking that elusive championship ring.
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Xbox Nation MagazineThe first thing you're going to notice about this game is how unbelievably gorgeous it is. [Dec 2004, p.94]
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AceGamezThere are many features here to keep you entertained while going solo but if you're looking for a multiplayer friendly game, ESPN doesn't really deliver.
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My plea to VC: Please don't revert back to last year's game. The game is a few steps away from being a great game. Just fix the bugs.
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netjakEven though I'm not blown away by the gameplay or even the different modes of play, I can definitely see a fair amount of replay value in this game.
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Electronic Gaming Monthly2K5 looks better, moves better, and controls more intuitively than EA's hoopster. [Dec 2004, p.158]
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If you already own "ESPN NBA 2K4" basketball game, 2K5 is probably not worth the dough -- prettier graphics aren't enough. The $20 price tag puts it in reach of most everyone else, though.
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The announcing is unfortunately not up to the previous standards seen in the 2K series.
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The 24/7 create-a-player mode is hugely addictive, letting you train your character and complete increasingly tough challenges. ESPN's weaknesses are a limited defensive game and shallow franchise mode.
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The controls and the gameplay just aren't what they used to be, and this has allowed "NBA Live" to catch up this year.
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Even if you don't know how to play the game, the rules are easily picked up and gameplay is relatively smooth and quite fun –however, if you wish to advance your play, invent set moves and plays then the game can become much more enjoyable for the advanced player.
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If there's one area in which ESPN clearly dominates the competition, it's in its graphics. Player models are terrific, the framerate is smooth throughout and the animations are pretty fluid.
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With top-notch graphics and a mostly solid game of basketball that rewards practice and knowledge, ESPN NBA 2k5 is loads of fun.
Awards & Rankings
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#35 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2004
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#60 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2004
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 20 out of 25
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Mixed: 2 out of 25
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Negative: 3 out of 25
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idkJul 20, 2005Dont get this game, ea does a better job of creating more control, better yet, just wait for the xbox 360 and get nba live 06-next gen.
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ArthurApr 29, 2005
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BobM.Feb 1, 2005