
An idea that Singh, Brody, and the 2K Games team were conscious of when deciding on this year’s cover stars, and they hope the community is ready for what comes with these explosive players on the covers. In addition, Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird will grace the cover of the WNBA Edition, and rising star Devin Booker will be the Standard Edition cover athlete.Ĭelebrating 2023 with their focus on “the year of greatness,” 2K Games decided that these four athletes fit 2K23’s mission statement the most. In the days leading up to the event, 2K announced Michael Jordan was selected as one of their coveted cover athletes gracing the Championship and Michael Jordan Edition of NBA 2K23. VIBE journalist Marc Griffin participating in a 360 video shot during NBA 2K’s House of Greatness event at the Delano win Las Vegas, Nevada, July 2022 (Image courtesy of Finn Partners/2K Games/ Jake Ciccone) (Image courtesy of Finn Partners/2K Games/ Jake Ciccone) Some of the most significant changes made to the game from 2K20 to 2K23 were camera modifications, enhanced dribbling, and a more responsive offensive AI that gives the player a challenge on the court. VIBE Magazine noticed that most of the game’s improvements were direct responses to complaints or requests made by NBA 2K‘s community over the past three iterations. Now we can’t do everything every year, but I can comfortably say that we move the needle with every release, always making improvements upon our previous game.” We want to put out the best product we can. “And then the other thing I’d say is we really want to compete with ourselves,” expressed Brody, following Singh’s statement. “I really am excited about our gameplay the game feels different, it feels great. “Games will have issues here and there, but our team is one of the best so we’ll get that fixed and primed for release,” said Ronnie during our conversation.

(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Michael Reaves/Getty Images Jimmy Butler #22 and Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat celebrate against the Milwaukee Bucks at FTX Arena on Octoin Miami, Florida. However, Ronnie “2K” Singh, Digital Marketing Director at 2K , and Alfie Brody, 2K Games VP, Head of Global Marketing, reassured players the game was an early build and would iron these few issues out as they strive to make the best NBA 2K yet - using past iterations of the game as competition. Defensively, the game felt slightly clunky, specifically when attempting to block your opponent’s shot or swat the ball from their hands. The controls were less robotic than previous installments in the NBA 2K franchise, with the shot meter smoothed out, making it easier to hit “excellent” three and two-pointers layups were refined, and alley-oops were some of the most exciting moves to pull off during play. With the ball now in VIBE’s hand, they began fiddling with the mechanics to see what changed offensively and defensively. During the exhibition, players instantly noticed how smooth the camera transitions flowed, from the teams hitting the court to tip-off to scoring their first bucket. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) Ethan Miller/Getty Imagesįor their first bout with the game, VIBE chose the Suns and decided to face the Golden State Warriors, naturally.

Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons reacts on the court after a play against the Houston Rockets during the 2021 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on Augin Las Vegas, Nevada.
