2K13 PC impressions thread

[Boge]

Hopefully the mods don't lock this and force us to post in the generic impressions thread. I really want some PC specifics, especially since it's such a dumbed down version.

So, those of you that have the game, talk to me. How is it? How does it run for you on your specified hardware? How are the controls with whatever gamepad you're using? How do you feel about the features that are in the game and that aren't? How hopeful are you for whatever mods might show for it?

[lockjaw333]

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Gotta admit I am loving it. The graphics are ridiculous! An improvement on 2K12 to me.

Loving the new controls, although its awkward to get accustomed to them at first.

Just like last year, I had to go into Catalyst Control Center and enable Triple Buffering and AA, and turn off Vsync and AA in game. The results are stunning...soo buttery smooth. Not sure why the in game Vsync is so bad, it causes lots of choppiness and such for me, despite a 120fps framerate. And forget about the in game AA, lots of choppiness with it on. I encourage those seeing choppy performance to go into their video card driver program and enable triple buffering, and turn off in game Vsync.

Overall, I am EXTREMELY happy. The PC version once again puts the console version to shame, even without the extra graphical effects like self shadowing. Can't wait for the mods to start rolling in.

Leftos- whats the deal with the kinect-inspired voice controls? Will it work with 2k13???

[Behindshadows]

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I don't agree with the graphics are insane they are almost identical....They barely even changed much other than menus and stuff...On the court it looks the same. Even the lighting and movements. I've seen maybe 5 to 8 models changed all the others are identical to 2k12.

Only thing that is respectfully noticeable is that the online is HD and smooth.

We even have less options in the video menus

High or Low, no other settings...I can't even amp up the AA settings or anything.

The Jay-Z stuff is annoying and every damn where and it's worse once you get your servers in the game online. In quick game there is more stuff that happens at the end of each quarter and after half time...Even full music videos in the intros...

No options for home and away shoes on stars or anything....we are limited.

[ramjet]

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what's to love. trying to find info, and only thing i've found so far, confirms that it is yet another watered down, afterbirth of the console version.

No ability to play with friends, missing game modes, and I'm sure a lot of the same ole trash from last year.

People need to stop buying this game. They are just disrespecting us on PC. Next year, they'll blame piracy. They can blame what they want. but, the reason no one buys this game on PC is because it is trash, and they are stealing our money for the pc version.

/flame

[Macroh]

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Controls seem to be a little off on the PC version as well, I know it is minor but I cannot pull off a reverse dunk using the 360 controller on the PC.

Did it fine in the demo but RT + LT + Right Stick away from hoop does nothing, does a very basic dunk.

Other than that I am happy with the game. Graphics certainly could have used some work but I doubt we will see much of a jump until the next generation of consoles, even then I think the demo I played on my 360 almost looked better than the PC version.

[WTF]

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I can't figure out the self alleyoop on the PC. Using the 360 controller. Not sure what the deal is.

[Macroh]

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It is A+X but I don't think you can do it in freestyle practice mode (At least) as I was unable too with the same button combination that worked in game.

[Dtownballa]

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I have it for Xbox as well as PC. I'm enjoying it on both, but I'm waiting for mods for the PC. I know PC is shafted on game modes, but I wont even use the other modes. dont worry, once the mods come you guys wont even worry about the other things that we did not get.

[Mbalmer]

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...........Graphics certainly could have used some work but I doubt we will see much of a jump until the next generation of consoles, even then I think the demo I played on my 360 almost looked better than the PC version.

I can't believe your 360 demo looked as good as the pc version...what GPU do you have? What settings are you using? It is night and day for me...yes, that big of a difference.

I have only played about 30mins of in game, but I am digging it so far. The things that have impressed me so far are:

1. Rebounding. Offensive rebounds are great this year. Was really a problem last year.

2. Graphics

3. Fast breaks...I feel like I can get a defensive rebound and really push the ball this year. My guard (or whoever gets the outlet passs) turns and goes instead of pausing for a second. It is seemless.

A few cons:

1. On one play I did a pump fake with Garnett and faked out the cpu, and then Garnett got stuck in a sliding animation for a few feet. I hope this doesn't happen very often.

2. Takes a while to get the ball from the ref...has been an issue with 2k for years.

3. I saw someone with a warm-up still on the court and suddenly changed to a uniform..a glitch of sorts.

More impressions later.

[WTF]

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I'm able to draw charges... Legit charges

I just noticed that defensive assist was at 50... Lowering it now to see if that helps with a few minor complaints (lack of control).

[Ace21kg]

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Might be a silly question but can you play this game with mouse and keyboard or do I need to get a 360 controller?

[davep]

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Might be a silly question but can you play this game with mouse and keyboard or do I need to get a 360 controller?

you can but it would be ridiculously hard.

So far I prefer the pc version to the 360, much crisper graphics.

[Dtownballa]

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I have 360 full version. I was able to purchase it on Sat at a mom and pop store.

It feels the same to be honest, just waiting for the mods to increase it. I am running the AMD Radeon HD 6900 Series 2Gb. 16 Gigs of Ram yada yada full settings. I'm not complaining, just saying I'll wait it out a bit. I would like to play around with the Myteam and other online aspects.

I made some adjustments and turned of Vsnc and AA. I adjusted in the CC application and turned on triple buffering and AA. I'll see what that does for me. And I'm running at 1080P reso.

I can't believe your 360 demo looked as good as the pc version...what GPU do you have? What settings are you using? It is night and day for me...yes, that big of a difference.

I have only played about 30mins of in game, but I am digging it so far. The things that have impressed me so far are:

1. Rebounding. Offensive rebounds are great this year. Was really a problem last year.

2. Graphics

3. Fast breaks...I feel like I can get a defensive rebound and really push the ball this year. My guard (or whoever gets the outlet passs) turns and goes instead of pausing for a second. It is seemless.

A few cons:

1. On one play I did a pump fake with Garnett and faked out the cpu, and then Garnett got stuck in a sliding animation for a few feet. I hope this doesn't happen very often.

2. Takes a while to get the ball from the ref...has been an issue with 2k for years.

3. I saw someone with a warm-up still on the court and suddenly changed to a uniform..a glitch of sorts.

More impressions later.

[Shakedowncapo]

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The AA alone makes it better than either console version.

I have 360 full version. I was able to purchase it on Sat at a mom and pop store.

It feels the same to be honest, just waiting for the mods to increase it. I am running the AMD Radeon HD 6900 Series 2Gb. 16 Gigs of Ram yada yada full settings. I'm not complaining, just saying I'll wait it out a bit. I would like to play around with the Myteam and other online aspects.

I made some adjustments and turned of Vsnc and AA. I adjusted in the CC application and turned on triple buffering and AA. I'll see what that does for me. And I'm running at 1080P reso.

[BLYFACTOR]

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Game is Great - Here some feedback and My player Creation with JayZ intro.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGR5xaerTW4