IGN Review (7.8)

[Haval93]

http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/10/10/nba-2k15-review

[ron_bato]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

I don't pay attention to IGN for their thoughts on gameplay, but I'm glad to see them dock points for the horrible servers of NBA 2k15.

It's also nice to see them criticize online association (albeit just a tiny mention).

I don't rely on these big websites for their reviews anymore, but these big sites are good for getting the issues out there in a higher profile manner.

[mrchiggs]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

Finally somebody reviews the game in full. Good score.

[Sports fanantic]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

Gamespot gave this game a 9 but never talked about the server

IGN clearly stated the major problem with this game and gave it an appropriate score (to which it may increase dramatically if their servers start to work)

props to IGN

[WaddupCouzin]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

So if the servers have no more issues, do they raise the score??? Lol. Smh. In the preview, he admitted to having the game the same amount of time we've had the game, which is two days, and since the servers messed up in the two days he's had the game, that is the main contention of dropping the score? Most games that come out with online anything have server issues the first day or so, this just seemed like payback for last years debacle to me.

They waited weeks to review destiny, but kick this review out in two days...lol. Yeah, ok.

[Kaanyr Vhok]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

I have issues with the game but 7.8? That is much too low.

[Mr.Smif]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

IGN played it smart this time and tested the online element unlike last year, I guess when half of the game can't be played because of server issues it's a big deal, hence a low score. Seems IGN has changed their review methods, they've been hard on games lately, I guess no more paying for high review score

[Ownal0t]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

the game gameplay wise is a 9 or a 8.5 at WORSE. but the lack of servers and what not, have really killed the fun of the park and myteam.

input lag and how the park is organized with friends doesnt help either. this is a fair score. but the game in this case needs to be reviewed again. i do wana see what they gave driveclub since servers played a role here

[ron_bato]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

I have issues with the game but 7.8? That is much too low.

The text of the review is very complimentary when 2k15 deserves it. He praises the gameplay, the animations, the presentation, the improvements in some modes, and he says he recommends the game as an offline basketball game.

However, if 2k insists on making NBA 2k an almost 'always online' type experience, then you have to review the product for what it is. It works both ways, if 2k is forcing us to be dependent on servers, then their product should be evaluated in the context of how it works.

Besides 7.8 is still a pretty decent score. Sometimes scores like that look a bit on the low side, but if you read the text in full, it actually makes some great points.

I'd give NBA 2k15 a 9-9.5 based on gameplay. I am absolutely loving it, the on-court basketball has never been this good. Everything else? It's horrible. If you want to design your game around the need for an internet connection, then your product will be reviewed around this as well.

[nuskew]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

So if the servers have no more issues, do they raise the score??? Lol. Smh. In the preview, he admitted to having the game the same amount of time we've had the game, which is two days, and since the servers messed up in the two days he's had the game, that is the main contention of dropping the score? Most games that come out with online anything have server issues the first day or so, this just seemed like payback for last years debacle to me.

They waited weeks to review destiny, but kick this review out in two days...lol. Yeah, ok.

Hello you sheep,

Destiny fixed their servers ASAP, and had their servers working plus the content was a lot more broad. Plus IGN had at least 5 days to review this. Get your facts right.

Get an education.

[ron_bato]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

the game gameplay wise is a 9 or a 8.5 at WORSE. but the lack of servers and what not, have really killed the fun of the park and myteam.

input lag and how the park is organized with friends doesnt help either. this is a fair score. but the game in this case needs to be reviewed again. i do wana see what they gave driveclub since servers played a role here

They gave driveclub a 7.9 but I'm not sure if a discussion of servers was part of their review.

Anyway, IGN has a re-review policy based on game updates, so if the game's functionality improves, there should be no reason for them not to increase the score.

[seanhazz1]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

IMO the score is fair. I was able to read the review 22 times while waiting to get into a Park game. (Jk) I'm sticking with games against friends and offline play because those options are very enjoyable and working at this time.

[Ownal0t]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

They gave driveclub a 7.9 but I'm not sure if a discussion of servers was part of their review.

Anyway, IGN has a re-review policy based on game updates, so if the game's functionality improves, there should be no reason for them not to increase the score.

thanks for the heads up. i wana check out the review after seeing how insulting the Gamespot one was towards DC

[WaddupCouzin]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

Hello you sheep,

Destiny fixed their servers ASAP, and had their servers working plus the content was a lot more broad. Plus IGN had at least 5 days to review this. Get your facts right.

Get an education.

From your start date, I see you're new around here. Take a deep breath. Calm down.

[Real2KInsider]

Re: IGN Review (7.8)

IGN's score is clearly just them mad about not getting the exclusive pre-release
There's a reason they've never mentioned server functionality before
Likewise a reason why their score pales in comparison to other 2K titles they've reviewed.

This game blows 2K14 out of the water once the servers are in order. What did IGN rate that?