NBA 2k24 is going through some backlash online. The latest installment to the famous NBA 2k series is now under target by gamers. Part of the EA Sports roster, the company finds itself yet again amidst controversy. With the game being just a few days old, fans are already giving their two cents about the game.
Although NBA 2k24 has some mechanical and graphical improvements, fans can’t point out how NBA 2k24 is better than its prequel. One fan took to Reddit to share their concerns about the game.
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Fans show their disappointment with NBA 2k24
NBA 2k24 hit the shelves on September 8, 2023, and fans are wasting no time expressing their worries. One player went to Reddit and said “2k24 will be the worst 2k ever”. In the post, the player expressed why they made their bold statement.
The player mentioned how they are done with this one of the famous Xbox titles, NBA 2k24 as the games get more grind-y and unfair. His main concern was with the badge and VC system. The original post also mentioned how they believe the game is forcing them to buy the in-game pass for floor setters to make the game enjoyable to play.
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In the description of the post, they point out everything about the game that made them make their claim. “Hate on me all you want, but it’s true 2k every year are slowly taking the fun out of the game to make more money, and it’s about time other people saw it too” he concludes.
Does the community agree with these claims?
Nearly all the comments to the post agreed with most of what the original poster had to say about NBA2K24. Some even decided to skip this installment and go for another popular game for the PlayStation, Baldur’s Gate.
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Most NBA 2k24 players have been playing the game for years. Seeing their disappointment in the community does shed some light on the audience’s perspective of the newer gamers.
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Some people in the community pointed out how the original poster still continues to play the game and bragged about their progress in the game.
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One player also stated how they are tackling this situation of progressing the game by playing it in rookie mode until they have a better team.
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Developers took to social media upon hearing reviews of the game. Addressing the concerns of the gamers and letting them know that they are being heard and a patch with the fixes will be out.
It was inevitable there would be some initial growing pains with the new badge system in MyCareer, but as time goes things will be adjusted as needed. Just know we’re listening, hearing feedback.
— Zach Timmerman 2K24 (@CHoops4Life) September 10, 2023
The launch of 2k24 has received mixed reviews from fans. However, the devs are looking into improving the game and making it more enjoyable for the players. What are your thoughts on sports games like the NBA 2k series? Do you think the original post is justified?
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