My review will focus mostly on MyCareer and MyGM modes since I played those the most. I have owned a lot of NBA 2k games before this one (2k1, 2k3, 2k5, 2k7, 2k9, 2k11, 2k12, 2k14, 2k16, 2k17) and have been generally happy with the product, though some years have certainly been better than others.

My son loves it. He said it's better than ever

It has become a rite of fall to complain about NBA 2K and its focus on VC. Where other games have deliberately scaled back their focus on microtransactions in light of last year's massive loot box backlash, Visual Concepts has clung stubbornly to the model that many claim is ruining its popular My...

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Gameplay has improved; Takeover system is a welcomed feature; The Way Back is a much better story

Load times are bad; Microtransactions still loom over everything; Some visual glitches

NBA 2K19 captures the essence of basketball perfectly. Going up for a thunderous slam dunk fires me up, draining that last second three to win a big game exhilarates and winning a hard-earned NBA championship feels like an accomplishment.

Fantastic basketball gameplay; Different ways to play; Presentation is killer

Virtual currency is shoved down my throat; Some character models not as detailed as others

Over the last couple of decades, the NBA 2K series steadily emerged out of the niche sports game genre and solidified its place in mainstream pop culture. These days, pro players eagerly announce their ratings on social media, hip-hop icons like Jay-Z and Pharrell Williams lend their talents for...

Last year was an odd year for the NBA 2K franchise. On one hand they put out a brilliant game with stellar gameplay, rich modes, and a beautiful recreation of the NBA. On the other, they were marred by bad press (from media and fans) from launch onward for implementation of micro transactions.

NBA 2K19 has officially been released, and this year it's the 20th Anniversary of NBA2K's inception. There are quite a few changes, whether it be the new takeover addition, the improved defence, or quickly changing shot meter, 2K has once again proved why it will always be the best basketball game...

I've had this a few days now and I haven't stopped playing it, very good game

NBA2k19 is a gorgeous game with top-shelf presentation and challenging – yet rewarding – gameplay. It delivers a wealth of gameplay options from MyCareer to MyTeam to the amazing MyLeague, but is mired by the return of the microtransactions system that seems to place favor on those willing to shell...

Positives + Incredible presentation + Challenging; but rewarding gameplay + Variety of modes

Negatives; Controls can be overwhelming; Microtransactions