Official NBA 2K11 Impressions Thread (360, PS3)

[NC State-31 UNC-27]

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So I realized that I had accidentally played about 10 games in a row with "Real Shooting %" turned on. I meant to turn on Real FT % when I got the game but just found out I had turned shooting % on instead. So I made the fix and played a game and it felt much better. With Real Shooting % on I could not hit many jumpers at all, and couldn't hit a fadeaway or leaner to save my life.

Someone else mentioned some catch-up logic and I have definitely seen that. I haven't beaten the CPU in probably 12 games, and in a few of them I've been getting slaughtered....and all of a sudden I steal the ball like 5 out of 6 possessions. It's very obvious when it's happening.

[Flightwhite24]

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WOW! just had one of the best games ever in my 2k history. me Lakers vs spurs. i start the game struggling as usual. cant hit the broadside of a barn. after 1 the spurs are up by 11. Duncan is killing me and the spurs feed him everytime down the floor. at the half im down 9 and Duncan has 17. its 42-33.

3rd quarter is more the same, although Kobe is my leading scorer, he is building a house with his bricks. after 3 im down 61-48 (12 min quarters). its looking like a L tonight in San Antonio for the Lakers. but finally i start figuring things out. i finally learn the release of Artests and Gasol's Jumper. suddenly, Ron is hot and Nailing every 3 he shoots. Kobe comes back in and is getting to the hoop with ease. its now 81-80, down by one. I isolate kobe at the top of the key but they send the double team, i pass it to Bynum and then i see a wide open Ron Artest at the 3pt line. i swing the ball his way........he pulls up for the shot and........................SWISH!!!!! IT GOES IN!!!! Lakers lead 83-81 with 12 seconds to go! im happy as a pig in s**t!!!

Spurs brick thier final attempt and i jump for joy! my first W. simulation/All Star.

I LOVE THIS GAME!!!!

Sounds like it was a helluva game. This is why I feel 12 min qtrs is the way to go for realistic stats and for those who have the time.

It's like the game was made to play at this length and I'm seeing scores that justify it. Peace!!!!

[popo324]

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does team up work?

[RoyalBoyle78]

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Sounds like it was a helluva game. This is why I feel 12 min qtrs is the way to go for realistic stats and for those who have the time.

It's like the game was made to play at this length and I'm seeing scores that justify it. Peace!!!!

most definitely, 12 minuets are the best and I love that it's this way.

[MagicBucsWsoxFan]

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I dont know why im so frustrated. Ive been playing 2k every year since dreamcast and have prayed for tougher defense, but for whatever reason I feel like the collision detection is way to aggressive.

I could be just trying to get just from the three point baseline to the top of the key and I get bumped and am in stop and go animation the entire way. Forget even trying to drive in, its like your running into a brick wall even when I have bibby guarding carter. Granite I have only used orlando and carter is slow, but I feel like I have no control over my players individually, they just get stuck in the collision detection animation anytime I try to move forward and for the most part to the side. I guess like others said im just gonna have to get use to running plays every trip down which im not use to doing.

[Rawdeal28]

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So I realized that I had accidentally played about 10 games in a row with "Real Shooting %" turned on. I meant to turn on Real FT % when I got the game but just found out I had turned shooting % on instead. So I made the fix and played a game and it felt much better. With Real Shooting % on I could not hit many jumpers at all, and couldn't hit a fadeaway or leaner to save my life.

Someone else mentioned some catch-up logic and I have definitely seen that. I haven't beaten the CPU in probably 12 games, and in a few of them I've been getting slaughtered....and all of a sudden I steal the ball like 5 out of 6 possessions. It's very obvious when it's happening.

the game i just played i used "Real Shooting %" and i like it much better because u still have to learn the releases for everyone. when i played with just SHOT STICK TIMING, i couldnt make a damn thing. i would be lucky if i sniffed 70 points for a whole game.

[NC State-31 UNC-27]

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Yea I agree the CPU defense is too smothering at times and is really frustrating when you spend the entire shotclock getting bumped and bumped and they are in every passing lane. Sucks.

[jlbrown143]

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READING IS FUNDAMENTAL !!!!

I say that because some of you guys need to read the controls in the game or go to the practice mode!! me included....

I was wondering why my passes where getting picked off and it just dawned on me this morning...TOTAL PASSING needs to be turned on in the control settings and auto plays need to be turned on in the coaches profile...the practice mode and controls sections will tell you how to do all the moves in the game and ADVANCED CONTROLS will tell you how to do better stuff..if you READ it !!!......lol

THIS GAME IS SICK !!!! for those of you that don't have it yet....GO GET IT !!! lol this is a short impression sooo far but just the fact that the ball doesn't just go right through your player to me is huge....shooting is going take a miinute or two or three to get comfortable with so expect that at the begining...bench reactions are crazy and the presentation is just so good words don't do it justice ...!!! I have only played about 5 games and every game will have you saying WTF throughout the most of the game....for instance D- Wade came in the hole and did a spin gather into a reverse two handed dunk......lol....my freaken eyes almost poped out of my head....are you serious 2k??? this game is sick, sick , sick......I don't care what anyone says about this game..but to me this is the best basketball game I have EVER PLAYED IN LIFE !!! once I learn the controls this game is gonna get me in a lot of trouble...lol that's it for now...but mannnnnnnnn 2k.....off the chain !!!

bottom line this game is a real ballers wet dream....!! lol

[Rawdeal28]

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oh and guess what??? The CPU actually misses Free Throws this year!!!!!

[rangerrick012]

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Pros:

Random games online feel great. Cheese is still rewarded to an extent, but largely easy to counter. I love that you can now use a jumpshot timing indicator across all modes. That helps soooo much when using random teams.

I also really love the off-ball controls, the total control passing and on-the-fly payer lock are great tools.

Of course, the overall package is just ridiculous. I've never seen so much improvement in a year. This will gwt mainstream GOTY mentions.

Cons:

Don't like how deliberate and unresponsive some moves are, I hate the overboard passing lane stalking, and the momentum engine is more powerful than ever. Was playing a friend who really didn't understand the controls...got up about 12 points, and then could not hit a shot no matter the range or play call. Shot bricks for the whole second quarter until he finally caught up. Then like magic, everything goes back to normal, lol. hate that. Expect very low scores if your opponent sucks.

I know this isn't a Q&A thread, but I've heard a few people complain about comeback AI or something to that effect so far. Have you guys tried turning off clutch factor? I know last year this was a problem that disappeared once I turned clutch off and set it at 0 on the sliders.

[Da_Czar]

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I dont know why im so frustrated. Ive been playing 2k every year since dreamcast and have prayed for tougher defense, but for whatever reason I feel like the collision detection is way to aggressive.

I could be just trying to get just from the three point baseline to the top of the key and I get bumped and am in stop and go animation the entire way. Forget even trying to drive in, its like your running into a brick wall even when I have bibby guarding carter. Granite I have only used orlando and carter is slow, but I feel like I have no control over my players individually, they just get stuck in the collision detection animation anytime I try to move forward and for the most part to the side. I guess like others said im just gonna have to get use to running plays every trip down which im not use to doing.

Magic bucks the game is trying to keep you from moving towards the basket. when you come off screens if you don't want the contact go wider. The game is simulating difficulty by messing up the timing of your offense. If you can get in space when they try that its easy to go around them.

You really need space to operate in 2k11

[Pared]

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Guys I'm going back and deleting non-impressions.

This will help out for those interested.

[Rawdeal28]

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I know this isn't a Q&A thread, but I've heard a few people complain about comeback AI or something to that effect so far. Have you guys tried turning off clutch factor? I know last year this was a problem that disappeared once I turned clutch off and set it at 0 on the sliders.

yeah i havent turned it off yet, but i usually do.

[jlbrown143]

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Magic bucks the game is trying to keep you from moving towards the basket. when you come off screens if you don't want the contact go wider. The game is simulating difficulty by messing up the timing of your offense. If you can get in space when they try that its easy to go around them.

You really need space to operate in 2k11

CZar...hey man thanks for the break down on the plays, when I was playing last night (this morning...lol) I found that I could get to the hole sometimes without calling plays but I had much better success with things when I did call plays...I'm finding that the key to success is to let the plays develop...patience is an necessity this year..fellas...for real

[Chairman7w]

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CZar...hey man thanks for the break down on the plays, when I was playing last night (this morning...lol) I found that I could get to the hole sometimes without calling plays but I had much better success with things when I did call plays...I'm finding that the key to success is to let the plays develop...patience is an necessity this year..fellas...for real

Good knowledge there JLB, I will keep that in mind!