Writing an NBA 2K14 review is a lot like writing a review of NBA basketball. That's a good thing and a bad thing. It's good because it shows just how far the game has come in terms of overall quality, presentation and controls.

Some may accuse NBA 2K14 of not innovating enough this year, but the numerous little tweaks and changes have resulted in one of the finest basketball simulations in existence. On the court there is nothing to complain about, gameplay is a joy and after a few games the new controls feel like the best...

For the first time in quite a while, 2K Sports' NBA 2K franchise will have some competition -- not that the publisher needed any, as the series has shown steady improvement with each installment.

Ken gets back on the court with the latest in the NBA 2K series.

+ The presentation; + Shot Stick; + Intuitive controls; + Visuals

Menus are clunky; Lack of Dream Team mode

No sports franchise has come close to matching the consistency of NBA 2K this generation, with the last three years proving particularly spectacular via well-executed flashback features.

+ Excellent sim made better with new right stick controls; + Presentation still sharp; with the best commentary around

? How slick does the Xbox One version look? (Super slick.

NBA 2K14 on PS4 and Xbox One practically sells itself. I mean, look at it. Look. At. It. Here is a game whose visuals are so beautifully realistic that you almost have to stop and try it, regardless of how much you like basketball.

Wow-worthy visual fidelity; Attention to detail; Deep MyGM mode; Fun 100-player Park mode

Cheesy MyCareer mode

I can't wait to get this for ps4 because Xbox one will be trash.

Game has beautiful graphics; You get to posterize people and the game feels like real life

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