New season tips off today for critically
acclaimed franchise packed with all-new features
2K today announced that NBA® 2K17, the next
iteration of the top-selling and top-rated NBA video game
simulation series*, is now available for purchase at retail and
online vendors worldwide. Continuing the success of one of the most
dominant entertainment franchises over the last decade, NBA
2K17 introduces an all-new MyCAREER storyline featuring award
winning actor Michael B. Jordan, in addition to the most realistic
on-court NBA simulation to date. Additionally, fans that
participated in “The Prelude”, a free downloadable experience
available prior to launch, can continue their MyCAREER experience
onward today as they progress through the NBA Draft presented by
State Farm and to their NBA team.
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2K today announced that NBA® 2K17, the
next iteration of the top-selling and top-rated NBA video game
simulation series*, is now available for purchase at retail and
online vendors worldwide.
“We’re thrilled to deliver an even more ambitious and authentic
basketball experience in NBA 2K17,” said Greg Thomas,
President of Visual Concepts. “Both new fans and NBA 2K
veterans will have the most comprehensive experience in our
franchise’s history, starting with an unparalleled MyCAREER
showcase placing gamers throughout a unique, compelling
storyline.”
NBA 2K17 on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC
delivers dynamic new features including:
- Best-in-Class Gameplay: NBA
2K17 puts shot creation and making in your hands like never
before. Advanced Skill Shooting gives you complete control over the
power and aim of your perimeter shots as well as your ability to
finish inside the paint;
- USA Basketball: Take the court
as the USA Basketball Men’s National Team with Coach K on the
sidelines, or relive the glory of the ’92 Dream Team. Earn USA
Basketball MyTEAM cards and gear up your MyPLAYER with official USA
Basketball wearables;
- MyCAREER: It’s all-new and all
about basketball in 2K17 – and you’re in control. Your
on-court performance and career decisions lead to different
outcomes as you determine your path through an immersive new
narrative, featuring Michael B. Jordan. Additionally, new player
controls give you unparalleled supremacy on the court;
- Unrivaled Presentation: The most
realistic and dynamic in-game commentary to date featuring the most
broadcasting talent ever assembled in a sports game, including new
additions Chris Webber, Steve Smith, David Aldridge & Brent
Barry. For the first time in a sports videogame, broadcast teams
will change from game to game to ensure a unique experience each
time you play;
- 2K BEATS: Imagine Dragons,
Grimes, Noah “40” Shabib of OVO Sound and Michael B. Jordan curate
another electric 2K soundtrack, featuring 50 songs;
- MyNBA2K17 Mobile Companion
Application: Available for free in the App Store for iOS and on
Google Play for Android, MyNBA2K17 directly connects players
to the console version of NBA 2K17, including the debut of
all-new face simulation technology, enabling fans to bring their
visual appearance in-game.
“We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the launch of NBA
2K17 as the franchise continues to set the standard for sports
simulation authenticity,” said Alfie Brody, VP of Marketing for
NBA 2K. “We consistently challenge ourselves to bring our
fans new, compelling ways to connect with our brand and, more
importantly, each other through an unparalleled digital experience
that will be found in this year’s title.”
The NBA 2K17 Standard Edition is now available in both
digital and physical formats for $59.99 on Xbox One, Xbox 360,
PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, and
Windows PC platforms. The NBA 2K17 Kobe Bryant Legend
Edition is also available in digital and physical formats for
$79.99 on Xbox One and PlayStation®4 system. Also available is the
NBA 2K17 Kobe Bryant Legend Edition Gold offering fans the
ultimate value at $99.99 with all of the regular NBA 2K17 Legend
Edition contents plus bonus items. All fans who pre-ordered any
version of NBA 2K17 received their copy at Early Tip-Off
four days early, September 16.
Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K17 is rated E for
Everyone by the ESRB.
Follow @NBA2K on social media and look for the hashtag
#ThisIsNotAGame for the latest NBA 2K17 news.
*According to 2008 - 2016 Metacritic.com and The NPD Group
estimates of U.S. retail video game sales through August 2016.
2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
(NASDAQ:TTWO).
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Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software,
Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive
entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops
and publishes products through its two wholly-owned labels Rockstar
Games and 2K. Our products are designed for console systems and
personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, and are
delivered through physical retail, digital download, online
platforms and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock
is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more
corporate and product information please visit our website at
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About 2K
Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive
entertainment globally for console systems, handheld gaming systems
and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, which
are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online
platforms and cloud streaming services. 2K publishes titles in
today’s most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action,
role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment.
The 2K label has some of the most talented development studios in
the world today, including Firaxis Games, Visual Concepts, Hangar
13, Cat Daddy Games and 2K China. 2K’s stable of high quality
titles includes the critically acclaimed BioShock®, Borderlands™,
Mafia, and XCOM® franchises, the beloved Sid Meier’s Civilization
series, Evolve™, Battleborn®, the popular WWE 2K franchise and NBA
2K, the #1 rated and #1 selling basketball franchise*. 2K is
headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO). For more
information, please visit www.2k.com.
*According to 2008 - 2016 Metacritic.com and The NPD Group
estimates of U.S. retail video game sales through August 2016.
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