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So, when I have time, I boot up my PS3 and get in some 2K games. Usually NHL2K10 as in my opinion, it's still the goat. But recently I've been playing MLB2K10 and MLB2K11. I don't know why but recently I've especially noticed that these games have way more depth then I ever realised before. Maybe it's because I'm getting a little tired of TheShow and I'm paying more attention to 2K again.
Most of us know by now that 2K series, whether it's NHL or MLB, has so many gorgeous little things that are easy to miss but just leave me coming back and wanting more.
As I get older (late 30s) I've found that not only has my taste in games changed but also what I want out of a game has changed. When this comes to MLB and as the 2K series finished, I was already heavily into playing TheShow but as good as TheShow is, I've always missed the little things from the 2K Series.
At this stage I realise I'm rambling slightly but this 'longing' for playing 2K again has led me back to playing it regularly the last few weeks and MLB2K11 in particular.
So, to my main point, I truly didn't realise how deep this game is. In some respects, even more so than TheShow 21 is.
Now, I haven't made this thread to create debate and arguments over games but I'd love to hear from you about what you love/loved about the 2K Series.
Give me the little things, the big things.
Give me your fondest memories or best moments and highlights.
If like me and you're still playing (how ever often) shout it out.
It'd be nice to remember and remind eachother about the true gems.

For me, I love the rosters, detailed player attributes and Inside edge.
The depth of pitcher/hitter battle is vastly evident as is the depth of animations and the sheer detailed and accurate player models/bodies.
The amount of signature player style is also insanely detailed.
In short, I've stopped playing The Show 21 for weeks now...I've got out my Baseball Forecaster 2010, 2011, 2012 and I'm having a blast deep diving into the 2K series again.
It's good for the soul.