Platforms
- PCSep 29, 20157.0playscore8.67 Critics4.94.46K Players
- PlayStation 4Sep 29, 20158.6playscore8.631 Critics8.755.5K Players
- Xbox OneSep 29, 20158.6playscore8.717 Critics8.8804 Players
- AndroidOct 14, 2015NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.08.42K Players
- iOSOct 14, 20157.6playscore7.32 Critics8.09.00K Players
- PlayStation 3Sep 29, 20158.1playscore8.76 Critics8.0555 Players
- Xbox 360Sep 29, 20158.4playscore8.76 Critics9.015.3K Players
43 critic reviews · 3 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- NBA 2K16 is the first year that truly brings a basketball sim experience to iOS making it well worth picking up.
Trevor Sheridan · Oct 15, 2015 Reviewed on iOS - Overall the improvements to 2K16 cannot be ignored. The gameplay is better than it’s ever been, the presentation is fantastic and the expansions to My League and My GM are very welcome. For someone like me however, for whom My Career is consistently the biggest draw, it’s hard to not be disappointed. My hope is that next year 2K addresses my concerns in this area and finally delivers what I would consider the perfect hoops game.
Ryan Wombold · Oct 13, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - NBA 2K16 is definitely hurt by Livin Da' Dream, which is problematic in ways that go beyond the scope of this review. It just doesn't work. Once you get past MyCareer, though, NBA 2K16 once again stands out as a top-tier sports sim. Here's hoping this setback won't stop Visual Concepts from continuing to push the envelope with their design decisions, because it continues to be their most admirable quality.
Kat Bailey · Oct 07, 2015 Reviewed on PS4 - Visual Concepts has done a commendable job with just one year of development. NBA 2K16 boasts many on-court improvements over last year, most notably on defensive that help create a better flow during games. Although the microtransactions devalue certain aspects of the game, and Pro-AM has connection issues, the on-court changes and additions are worth checking out for basketball enthusiasts.
Michael Huber · Oct 03, 2015 Reviewed on PS4 - Continue to push the boundaries of sports games with ambitious innovations in gameplay and modes. From the realistic player models to the first-class broadcast presentation, this is the best-looking sports game ever made. The already stellar gameplay gets better with new dedicated passing buttons and more size-ups. With several modes worth playing, NBA 2K16 offers the most value you’ll find in a sports game.
Matt Bertz · Oct 02, 2015 Reviewed on PS4 - While Spike Lee’s forced linear career mode experiment misses the mark, 2K’s basketball engine is second to none, providing a realistic on court experience that has been modified in some smart ways. Niggling issues still exist, but can’t take away from the core fun of hitting the hardwood. Fans of the series ought to be pleased with the mechanical improvements, and there’s never been a better time for outsiders to get in on the action. NBA 2K16 is the industry standard in basketball.
Paul Sullivan · Oct 01, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - NBA 2K16 remains a refined technical masterpiece that rewards rookies and veterans alike with a showcase that belongs in the basketball hall-of-fame. Marvel at NBA 2K16’s drive for excellence and all they’ve put into making this year’s sim incredible. Year by year 2K has learned to make a more solid sports title, and now it’s not just a highlight-reel player, but an accomplished All-Star video game.
Jeff Landa · Oct 01, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - NBA 2K16 draws you in with its welcoming personality and expanded game modes. But it still manages to push you away with unexplained intricacies. A deep tutorial would have gone a long way toward making the new passing and screening maneuvers easier to incorporate into your game, and at this point, it’s inexcusable that this game still struggles online. Still, the fact that NBA 2K16 is a great basketball experience can’t be ignored.
Josiah Renaudin · Sep 30, 2015 Reviewed on PS4, XB1Read full review - With an array of gameplay options, and a multitude of modes and customization options, Visual Concepts has set the bar by firing on all cylinders to cement themselves as a true dynasty in the sports gaming genre. I mean, seriously, this game is packed with stuff to do. NBA 2K16 could have rested on the laurels of its past, but instead the developers just released one of the best sports games of all-time.
Dustin Toms · Sep 30, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - NBA 2K16 is one of the most complete packages I’ve ever seen. Developer Visual Concepts continues to raise the sports simulation bar by completely retooling its silky-smooth gameplay, adding brand-new physics systems, and refining its traditional game modes. Not all of the changes work as well as others, most notably the Spike Lee-themed MyCareer mode, but it doesn’t take away from the impressive overall package.
Mike Mitchell · Sep 29, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The NBA 2K franchise is back with the most true-to-life NBA experience to date with NBA 2K16. Guide your MyPLAYER through the complete NBA journey, take control of an entire NBA franchise, or hone your skills online competing against gamers from around the world. With animations that provide smoother movement and more realistic articulation, it’s certain to be the most authentic NBA gaming experience yet.
Developer: Visual Concepts