Overall, I couldn't wait for the release of NBA 2K13. This will be easily addressed for offline gamers, but if the quick ranked matches online are on pro/default, there will be some upset people. I'm also not a fan of how easy it is to do hop-step layups and spin dunks. I didn't like the tiny delay when shooting with the shot modifier combined with the right stick. I got an overall great experience playing the demo today. This is definitely realistic because the NBA has shifted to a point guard league. Guards like Westbrook, Rose, Rondo and CP3 are going to be a dominant part of the game. It took me about 10 games to fully understand what I was doing in relation to the hoop, but it's great when you chain everything together. The control stick dribbling is fantastic once you can grasp it. It's also a great feeling to know that you have a lot more control on defense, and are rewarded when you play it well. If I'm the Thunder, and LeBron takes off on the break, I can't keep up with him if I'm Ibaka. The player movement finally feels like speed and weight matter. Chalmers will drive and kick to the corner for a Battier 3-pointer, and Ibaka and Perkins run the paint on defense. Role players also are going to play a much bigger role thanks to the signature skills. Durant starts to heat up, and can't miss. LeBron has the power to drive to the hoop and carry a defender with him. Players play like their real-life counterparts. The passing is a lot sharper, and the manual pass is a long-awaited addition back into the game for myself. They barely get in your way if you're the ball handler, especially compared to last year's version. Players cut, they move and they go places with a purpose. This demo has me believing NBA 2K13 will fulfill my prediction as Sports Game of the Year.įirst off, the gameplay is a thing of beauty. Leaves are turning, replacement referees are being threatened, and NBA 2K13 is just around the corner.

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