NBA 2K21

September 3, 2020 Visual Concepts 2K Games, 2K
Simulator Sport
Stadia Series X|S PS4 PC PS5 XONE Switch
About

With exciting improvements upon its best-in-class gameplay, competitive and community online features, and deep, varied game modes, NBA 2K21 offers one-of-a-kind immersion into all facets of NBA basketball and culture - where Everything is Game. In NBA 2K21, new, old, and returning ballers alike will find exciting game modes that offer a variety of basketball experiences.
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User Score
77.4
Critic Score
74.3
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Game Info

Release Date September 3, 2020
Developer Visual Concepts
Publisher 2K Games, 2K
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action, Business, Non-fiction
NBA 2K21

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