NBA 2K23
Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCareer. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTeam. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLeague. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in "Play Now" and feel true-to-life gameplay.
What it feels like
MyCareer's rags-to-riches narrative and the game's sincere dedication to basketball authenticity convey heartfelt earnestness.
What it's about
NBA basketball is the definitional subject matter; the entire game revolves around simulating authentic professional basketball competition.
How it plays
MyCareer and team-building modes emphasize customizing player attributes, skills, and loadouts to create distinct playstyles and competitive builds. While not traditional combat, shooting, passing, and physical defensive interactions are the core mechanical layer that governs moment-to-moment play. MyTeam and MyGM focus on assembling, rotating, and coordinating a roster of distinct players with different roles and abilities.
How it looks and sounds
High-fidelity player likenesses, arena recreation, and broadcast-quality visuals aim for authentic NBA presentation. Play-calling overlays and coaching UI blend into the broadcast presentation rather than floating over the world.
How it's structured
MyCareer, MyGM, MyLeague, and Play Now modes support robust single-player experiences and progression. Online matchmaking against other players is a central feature, though not the exclusive mode of play. Five-on-five basketball inherently structures play around coordinated team roles and positioning.
Kindred games
Shares Sports, Competitive PvP, Team-Based, Party Management.
Both lean into Sports, Competitive PvP, Team-Based, Party Management.
Shares Sports, Party Management, Character Builds, Real-Time with Pause.
Both lean into Sports, Party Management, Character Builds, Real-Time with Pause.
Shares Sports, Photorealistic, Party Management, Character Builds.
Both lean into Sports, Photorealistic, Single-Player, Party Management.
Closest hidden gems
A lesser-known kindred — Sports, Deep Simulation, Competitive PvP, Meta-Progression. 86% positive across 4,517 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Sports, Single-Player, Deep Simulation, Competitive PvP.
A lesser-known kindred — Sports, Party Management, Tycoon, Trading & Economy. 87% positive across 4,324 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Sports, Single-Player, Party Management, Tycoon.
A lesser-known kindred — Tycoon, Party Management, Trading & Economy, Meta-Progression. 91% positive across 4,418 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Single-Player, Tycoon, Party Management, Meta-Progression.