Simulator

NBA 2K18

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

3.2

Users · RAWG

2017

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 15, 2017

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

SimulatorSportActionSimulationSports

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendoMobile

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4Xbox OneXbox 360Nintendo SwitchAndroidiOS

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About this game

The highest rated annual sports title of this generation returns with NBA 2K18, featuring unparalleled authenticity and improvements on the court.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Refined on-court gameplay with realistic animations and controls.
Wide selection of basketball modes and management options.
Broadcast presentation, detailed players, and licensed NBA content.
Deep, flexible tools for long-term team management.

Cons

Microtransactions closely tie progression and customization to spending.
MyCareer progression is slow and grind-heavy without paid virtual currency.
Neighborhood hub adds social distractions, travel, and loading interruptions.
Limited advancement over recent installments for a full-price release.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

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Simulator

NBA 2K18

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

3.2

Users · RAWG

2017

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 15, 2017

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

SimulatorSportActionSimulationSports

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendoMobile

Show all 8 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4Xbox OneXbox 360Nintendo SwitchAndroidiOS

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

The highest rated annual sports title of this generation returns with NBA 2K18, featuring unparalleled authenticity and improvements on the court.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Refined on-court gameplay with realistic animations and controls.
Wide selection of basketball modes and management options.
Broadcast presentation, detailed players, and licensed NBA content.
Deep, flexible tools for long-term team management.

Cons

Microtransactions closely tie progression and customization to spending.
MyCareer progression is slow and grind-heavy without paid virtual currency.
Neighborhood hub adds social distractions, travel, and loading interruptions.
Limited advancement over recent installments for a full-price release.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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