Best NBA 2K so far (NBA 2K9 (PS3))

Member Name: StrongSide

Product:	NBA 2K9 (PS3)
Date:	25/06/09 (27 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Graphics, muc improved smoother gameplay, less glitches

Disadvantages: Not many new features

The last NBA 2K game I bought was 2K6 so it was time for an upgrade. The first and biggest improvement I noticed were the graphics. The shorts and jersey actually move with the player and don't look like they are made of wood anymore. The close ups of the players' faces are very detailed and look much more accurate to the real players, than before. When you're playing a game, it is getting close to looking like a real game on TV. Also, one area that is very noticeable, unlike most sports games, is the crowd. They're very varied with numerous animations, no longer looking generic and the same.

There is a main offline mode, where you train a team of your choice and go through season with them. There also mini games, like a 3 point shootout (harder than I expected) and a dunk contest. I mainly use this to play against friends though and co-op is also great. The AI is much smarter now and more realistic. If you give an inch to LeBron, he'll make you pay, because that's what should happen. Players will dive for a loose ball and defence won't wonder off when you're making a break. There are less glitches but they are still present now and again.

The right analogue stick is much better for defence. It's smoother and more natural to block and steal. The gameplay in general is fast, lively and vastly improved.

Summary: Definitely worth the price