NBA 2K12 Cover Athletes - Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

[Goffs]

Re: NBA 2K12 Cover Athletes - Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

i already have Jordan covered so im getting Magic and Bird

[sportjames23]

Re: NBA 2K12 Cover Athletes - Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

Jordan Returns: 2K Sports Announces
Trio of NBA® 2K12 Covers Featuring Three NBA Icons

Michael Jordan, joined by Larry Bird and Magic Johnson,
to grace three unique artistic covers in celebration of NBA legacy

New York, NY – July 21, 2011 – 2K Sports announced today that NBA® 2K12, the next installment of the top-rated and best-selling NBA video game simulation franchise*, will offer three separate covers for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360®video game and entertainment system from Microsoft featuring three of the NBA’s greatest legends of all time, Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.

The new stylized NBA 2K12 covers are a unique, one-time departure from the traditional 2K Sports brand artwork, and will spotlight each legendary athlete on his famous team: the Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers. The covers featuring Bird and Johnson will be available at launch in a limited quantity.

A new feat in sports gaming, this three-part collection extends the strong legacy established by NBA 2K11, which has sold-in more than 5 million units worldwide and garnered over 20 video game accolades, including 14 ‘Sports Game of the Year’ honors.

“Bringing Michael Jordan to the virtual hardwood last year was a huge success for NBA 2K11; however, we didn’t want to stop there,” said Jason Argent, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “We’re bringing ‘His Airness’ back to the NBA 2K franchise as part of a multi-year extended partnership, along with two other legendary icons – Larry Bird and Magic Johnson – for a special cover athlete collection representing the NBA’s greatest heroes.”

The unprecedented, stylized artwork covers underscore 2K Sports’ passion for bringing fans authentic NBA basketball across generations, while celebrating the legacy of legendary hoops athletes, past and present.

The cover artwork for NBA 2K12 was created by Adam Larson of Adam&Co. Larson has created dynamic artwork for galleries, magazines and various product advertising campaigns. His work has received numerous honors, including the Kelly Awards, Cannes Lions, Clio Awards, and two primetime Emmy nominations

NBA 2K12 can now be pre-ordered from leading video game retailers nationwide, and will be available on October 4, 2011, for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360, Wii™ system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and Windows PC.

OH. HELL. YES!

[sportjames23]

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That was my thought as well. It's actually a wise move, however coincidental it may be (they may have had this plan in place before a lockout became likely).

I am not disappointed, these covers are all awesome. "The Greatest is Back With a Vengeance" makes sense now.

And not to be that guy, but I don't particularly care about cover design, and nine times out of ten, I won't really care who's on the cover. But when it's three legends, it's a big deal to me because it makes me hopeful that 2K will have made more strides in the historic department. I know for a fact there will be monster strides in the "current" department, I'd just be happy if they continued going down the history path too, as there is so much to draw from.

This. Straight up, this.

[Boogiemanjay]

Wow that was really mind blowing news Ronnie !!!
Should have add a feature list or game play with this
Looks like 2k is trying to sell us with these has beens
I sorry not trying to dog the legends but the NBA stars
Of today is unique as ever and this is a new era why
Focus on this with most of is are hard core my player
Fans I can care less about pass I'm looking ahead to the
Future come on 2k

[rockchisler]

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So i guess we get to choose which of the 3 we want? They look hot but i dont want jordan again and i dont care for bird or magic

Guess you wont be buying the game then huh?

[JayMizzle]

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What if they use different covers for different consoles. Like MJ on 360, Magic on the PS3, and Bird on the PC...have to wait and see, I'm loving each of them though..

Nah, just keep it where everyone can access all 3 athlete of their choice. Don't wanna limit ppls choices. 2K knows about keeping things open and competitive=free market. That's why I love them in the first place. 2K_all_day!

I'm loving the direction they are taking the company, I'm telling you, once they get football back...it's over for everyone! I'm still playing APF2K8, hexing the mess outta it!

[JayMizzle]

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Guess you wont be buying the game then huh?

So who do you care about?
Magic and Bird were cold-blooded! Please don't say you gon put a scrub on your cover lol

[rockchisler]

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Definitely going with the Jordan cover. How will they sell these different covers? Seems odd. How will the in-game title screen look since there are 3?

The design looks really cool - I really like it!

Mixed covers have been done before, nothing new here.But I like it

[sportjames23]

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I don't really mind about the covers they all look good to me...or rather 2 of them do, the magic one is really underwhelming to me for some reason, he just seems small in comparison to the others. Anyway i'm a bit apprehensive about the direction 2k is taking here; catering to an older demographic is fine, as it brings in new customers in greater numbers, but i'm one of those people who just isn't interested in classic teams/players (literally took part in my first jordan challenge game a few days ago), and to me adding even more classic games/teams is a waste of disc space...Still i'm interested to see what perks and touches have been added to the aforementioned classic team/player modes that might get me interested......sorry for long post.

Older fans of older teams/players have more disposable income than most younger fans. Only makes sense for 2K to appeal to them.

I'm the opposite of you. I haven't even played with the current teams/players since I got 2K11. And it'll be the same when I get 2K12. Most current players don't appeal to me.

[rockchisler]

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Ronnie boosted when he said: the cover will blow us or whatever, The design is so ugly

Quit trolling and dont bold anymore...

[Boogiemanjay]

They should be focusing on my player mode but all in all will
See what direction their going in

[cjallure24]

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Oh snap, RUN TMC, damn. I hope they blow the doors off with retro teams.

[rockchisler]

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Is this the big break through for us covers we have to wait for so long for such stupid news covers? Instead of giving Three videos of how they would be represent the three athletes but no just covers and everyboddy is excited man man i cant believe this, that you all think this is nice i want to see the game in action all the wait for nothing for a cover that you only see when you open the box what the heck this really sucks. Not even a screenshot. I am really frustrated for waiting on this news. Really 2K verry disapointing news at all. And i am a big fan but this...

Gotta love the new guys here with the complaining. 2k is notorious for withholding videos screen shots and such, I finally got use to it a couple years ago.. Just got to be patient..

[sportjames23]

Re: NBA 2K12 Cover Athletes - Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

Wow that was really mind blowing news Ronnie !!!
Should have add a feature list or game play with this
Looks like 2k is trying to sell us with these has beens
I sorry not trying to dog the legends but the NBA stars
Of today is unique as ever and this is a new era why
Focus on this with most of is are hard core my player
Fans I can care less about pass I'm looking ahead to the
Future come on 2k

Some sig-worthy garbage right here.

[rockchisler]

Re: NBA 2K12 Cover Athletes - Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

Wait, someone really said what you have in your signature? If he hasn't already, he should've been banned on principle alone.

Awesome covers though, I'll be snatching up Mr Jordan on day one once again. Nobody is getting **** from me this holiday. The gaming industry has decided they want all my money from October to at least December.

On another note as far as I remember the cover athletes going, Larry Bird has just made 2K history....I'm sure everyone can figure out how with a little light research.

Being on Ea and 2k games???