NBA 2K10 Draft Combine Impressions

by pastapadre
Posted August 26th, 2009 at 6:16 pm

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The downloadable NBA 2K10 Draft Combine released early this morning for the 360. The offering involves the beginning of the My Player career mode and presents an opportunity to improve your player prior to the NBA Draft through a series of drills and games. Continue on to read through my thoughts on Draft Combine along with a video and feel free to leave yours in the comments.

I downloaded Draft Combine and was looking forward to a glimpse at not only the career mode but NBA 2K10 gameplay. While I think the mode will be fun in the full context of the game, Draft Combine has turned out to be dreadfully boring and frustrating to an extent.

Probably most impressive is the player creation options. Specifically I like the ability to choose from a number of different play styles for each position. I went with Small Forward with a play style of “Slashing”. Being able to look at and assign signature shots is great and it is nice to see there is limited selection for different types of moves and abilities being assigned. Many of them only offer basic packages until your player has improved to a certain rating. What can make a basketball game career mode unique more than some other sports is the numerous ways to personalize the player.

I started out with a 40 rating. Needless to say it is difficult to play with ratings that low. I missed multiple uncontested layups and while not a strong 3pt shooter have yet to hit one even when wide open. The ratings make the objectives you are assigned that much more difficult to complete and I found myself attempting to reach those goals specifically instead of just trying to contribute to a win which defeats the purpose.

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Most frustrating is the teammate rating. You start each game at a C rating and move up and down based on various happenings throughout. From what I’ve seen PGs and big men have a huge advantage as blocks and assists are the most consistent way to get a boost. Steals are also, but there is more risk involved there since it is possible you’ll commit a foul. Do that and you get dinged on the rating as a poor teammate. I could understand if you’re running around trying to steal and leaving your assignment behind, but every player commits fouls in real life and it doesn’t make them a bad teammate.

The game also doesn’t seem to take into account the situations. I’ve been hit on teammate rating after getting an offensive rebound and putting the ball back up as well as throwing up a three as time expired in a quarter (for bad shot selection). It also makes you question whether to play help defense because the guy you’re checking could be left open for a shot and making that would hurt your grade. And apparently every time I call for the ball it is a bad time and I take a hit for that. Essentially I’m playing the game and constantly questioning whether I should do something instead of playing it naturally.

Through three games I’m averaging 13pts, 6rbs, 4ast, 2stl, and 1blk. That is a pretty good line for a SF and I certainly was attempting to play realistically. Despite this I received an F grade in all three games. I don’t expect the stat line to necessarily represent what the grade should be, but this is the result of attempting to play realistically at my position which is unfortunate. Maybe it is just a tough position and play style to grade out in. I do like the idea that it is supposed to be a challenge and you’re working your way up which is what I’ve always wanted out of a mode like this but it feels like it was taken somewhat too far.

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Gameplay wise it feels pretty similar to 2K9 with some nice new animations outside of the quickly draining turbo. In one respect I like the change but at the same time it doesn’t always make sense. On fast breaks, whether it be on offense or trying to track someone down, I now question whether I should use turbo or not. No matter how tired an NBA player is in those situations they still go all out.

The lack of atmosphere really hurts the overall experience. There is no excitement and that will probably be a crucial aspect to playing the mode in NBA games. It feels slow and uninvolved and there are even annoyances like the refs not getting action started for 10 seconds or so. Like I’ve stated I don’t expect that feeling to necessarily carry over to NBA 2K10, but I can’t say that playing Draft Combine provided much fun at all.

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  • andre12

    first ,wonder if u can get a 90 overall kind of stupid 2 ask hoo ever tallk shit about dis fuk dem( just playin)

  • andre12

    first ,wonder if u can get a 90 overall kind of stupid 2 ask hoo ever tallk shit about dis fuk dem( just playin)

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/rfwill13 rfwill13

    I downloaded it after I got up with out thinking about downloading the trial first. I wish I did because I had 810 points and now I have 410 and I wish I kept that 400 points for something else instead of a game i like but not really into. I guess I'll go back to Trials HD…. ok I am having a hard time with that too.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/rfwill13 rfwill13

    I downloaded it after I got up with out thinking about downloading the trial first. I wish I did because I had 810 points and now I have 410 and I wish I kept that 400 points for something else instead of a game i like but not really into. I guess I'll go back to Trials HD…. ok I am having a hard time with that too.

  • Junior

    i played the game for an hour already, and your right, its really hard to win the game, let alone fill up your assignments.. i started as a PG, and its so hard to make good passes, because their are no DRILLS that help your passing skills.. plus, im wide open for a shot, and cant even make it like that. the opponent seems to have the advantage. so far . i feel like its an unfair game, but at the same time, i see the potential of being a game i can get addicted too. very accurate review.

  • Junior

    i played the game for an hour already, and your right, its really hard to win the game, let alone fill up your assignments.. i started as a PG, and its so hard to make good passes, because their are no DRILLS that help your passing skills.. plus, im wide open for a shot, and cant even make it like that. the opponent seems to have the advantage. so far . i feel like its an unfair game, but at the same time, i see the potential of being a game i can get addicted too. very accurate review.

  • sportg21

    I agree completly!

  • sportg21

    I agree completly!

  • teknyl

    As I said on Twitter, I played the same position as you and had a completely different experience. IMO, it was too easy. If you set screens and rebound/box out, you can get an A rating fast. If you shot open shots, and not contested ones, you get a bonus.

    For anyone starting, use the points and drills first before hopping into the games. Makes it much more bearable.

    I have beefs with it too. Like most 2K games, it’s too animation heavy. People who don’t understand team play in basketball will easily get frustrated in this mode too.

  • teknyl

    As I said on Twitter, I played the same position as you and had a completely different experience. IMO, it was too easy. If you set screens and rebound/box out, you can get an A rating fast. If you shot open shots, and not contested ones, you get a bonus.

    For anyone starting, use the points and drills first before hopping into the games. Makes it much more bearable.

    I have beefs with it too. Like most 2K games, it’s too animation heavy. People who don’t understand team play in basketball will easily get frustrated in this mode too.

  • Reapbo

    2k should refund everybody points back r send a $5 refund 4 that crap and da gameplay sucks

  • Reapbo

    2k should refund everybody points back r send a $5 refund 4 that crap and da gameplay sucks

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Anthony_S1 Anthony_S1

    I created a PG, and the dribbling skills challenge was frustrating. My player seemed to go into animations that I couldn't get out of. He even started dribble nowhere near the cones, and I had to wait for the animation to stop before I could get him back on track.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Anthony_S1 Anthony_S1

    I created a PG, and the dribbling skills challenge was frustrating. My player seemed to go into animations that I couldn't get out of. He even started dribble nowhere near the cones, and I had to wait for the animation to stop before I could get him back on track.

  • SwiftyCG

    Yeah i used PG and worst Team Grade i got was B-. Its a ok game for 5 bucks what can u expect!

  • SwiftyCG

    Yeah i used PG and worst Team Grade i got was B-. Its a ok game for 5 bucks what can u expect!

  • http://www.operationsports.com/ sportsgamer

    if you all are getting horrible ratings, its because you dont know wtf you are doing. Its not that difficult. IF you don't know basketball basic fundamentals and what its like to play as a team, you will struggle bad.

  • http://www.operationsports.com sportsgamer

    if you all are getting horrible ratings, its because you dont know wtf you are doing. Its not that difficult. IF you don't know basketball basic fundamentals and what its like to play as a team, you will struggle bad.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    What play style were you? I'm wondering if as a slasher, where I'm pretty balanced, if that is why its tough. If I took a style that was strong in one area (say blocks, or shooting) then I'd have more hope of grading out well.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    What play style were you? I'm wondering if as a slasher, where I'm pretty balanced, if that is why its tough. If I took a style that was strong in one area (say blocks, or shooting) then I'd have more hope of grading out well.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

    How are the player controls? When I'm defended while trying to drive through the pain am I still getting out of position causing unwanted animations? When going for a steal are my guys still moving out of control?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

    How are the player controls? When I'm defended while trying to drive through the pain am I still getting out of position causing unwanted animations? When going for a steal are my guys still moving out of control?

  • zewag2

    can u make another player if u mess up?

  • zewag2

    can u make another player if u mess up?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    I'm having a great time with the combine. Although I'm kinda bummed you can't create more then one player or at least create a new player and save it over your initial guy.

    I made a 6'7' pg by accident and now I'm stuck with it.

    I did however ball in the combine and averaged an A+ teamate rating after all 6 games….
    24 ppg 4 rbd 6.5 ast 2 stl .05 blk 2 to

    You have to get used to the 2k controls pasta. An F for 2 games in a row aint gonna cut it.
    boxing out, setting picks, covering passing lanes etc. are all easy ways to get that grade up.

    Also, switching the control config to alternate a might help with your crossovers….

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    I'm having a great time with the combine. Although I'm kinda bummed you can't create more then one player or at least create a new player and save it over your initial guy.

    I made a 6'7' pg by accident and now I'm stuck with it.

    I did however ball in the combine and averaged an A+ teamate rating after all 6 games….
    24 ppg 4 rbd 6.5 ast 2 stl .05 blk 2 to

    You have to get used to the 2k controls pasta. An F for 2 games in a row aint gonna cut it.
    boxing out, setting picks, covering passing lanes etc. are all easy ways to get that grade up.

    Also, switching the control config to alternate a might help with your crossovers….

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    I'm having a great time with the combine. Although I'm kinda bummed you can't create more then one player or at least create a new player and save it over your initial guy.

    I made a 6'7' pg by accident and now I'm stuck with it.

    I did however ball in the combine and averaged an A+ teamate rating after all 6 games….
    24 ppg 4 rbd 6.5 ast 2 stl .05 blk 2 to

    You have to get used to the 2k controls pasta. An F for 2 games in a row aint gonna cut it.
    Boxing out, setting picks, covering passing lanes etc. are all easy ways to get that grade up.

    Also, switching the control config to "alternate a" might help with your crossovers…. it puts the crossover on the b button and spin move on the y button. (xbox 360)

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    I'm having a great time with the combine. Although I'm kinda bummed you can't create more then one player or at least create a new player and save it over your initial guy.

    I made a 6'7' pg by accident and now I'm stuck with it.

    I did however ball in the combine and averaged an A+ teamate rating after all 6 games….
    24 ppg 4 rbd 6.5 ast 2 stl .05 blk 2 to

    You have to get used to the 2k controls pasta. An F for 2 games in a row aint gonna cut it.
    Boxing out, setting picks, covering passing lanes etc. are all easy ways to get that grade up.

    Also, switching the control config to "alternate a" might help with your crossovers…. it puts the crossover on the b button and spin move on the y button. (xbox 360)

  • EAroXyesthatisanX

    Is this coming out by EA? If so I will buy day 1!

  • EAroXyesthatisanX

    Is this coming out by EA? If so I will buy day 1!

  • slamfan4life

    well i can't say this is not a disappointment…

  • slamfan4life

    well i can't say this is not a disappointment…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Thanks for the tips.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Thanks for the tips.

  • NELL86

    Im buying live this year that combine is wacktastic

  • NELL86

    Im buying live this year that combine is wacktastic

  • APF

    Just fix the create a player mode!

  • APF

    another moron spending mommys money

  • APF

    another moron spending mommys money

  • APF

    Just fix the create a player mode!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Somewhat. There were times that animations took me out of what I was hoping to do. But I'm also not an expert with the controls by any means

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Somewhat. There were times that animations took me out of what I was hoping to do. But I'm also not an expert with the controls by any means

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    typical 2K fashion, wait a half hour for the ref to do anything. that would drive me crazy. This just looks boring to me, no atmosphere. Whats the point.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    typical 2K fashion, wait a half hour for the ref to do anything. that would drive me crazy. This just looks boring to me, no atmosphere. Whats the point.

  • Fruntworth

    This is NBA 2k9 with generic players and player lock folks

  • Fruntworth

    This is NBA 2k9 with generic players and player lock folks

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Unless you purchased and played the combine, please dont hate.

    You just sound ignorant.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Unless you purchased and played the combine, please dont hate.

    You just sound ignorant.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/rfwill13 rfwill13

    Dude whats your problem?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/rfwill13 rfwill13

    Dude whats your problem?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    1. You can just press "a" and skip through waiting for the ref to bounce the ball to the free throw shooter.

    2. Its a $5 create a player head start for NBA 2k10 (it's been coined NBA 2k9.5 by its developers)…….stop being such a hater.

    3. I think its more then awesome to get my hands on a fresh bbal game in august.

    4. The atmosphere is "pick up basketball". Its cool hearing a player yell "cookies" after a steal; I like hearing the same lingo you would hear in a "real" pick up basketball game. Do you think there are fireworks and go go dancers at the real NBA draft combine?

    5. NBA 2k10 Draft Combine is already leaps and bounds ahead of "road to glory", "superstar mode", "campus legend" and any other "individual athlete" modes that have ever come out. It may not be your cup of tea, but I have a feeling when we look back, its going to be remembered as groundbreaking.

    Don't let history make an ass out of you…..

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    1. You can just press "a" and skip through waiting for the ref to bounce the ball to the free throw shooter.

    2. Its a $5 create a player head start for NBA 2k10 (it's been coined NBA 2k9.5 by its developers)…….stop being such a hater.

    3. I think its more then awesome to get my hands on a fresh bbal game in august.

    4. The atmosphere is "pick up basketball". Its cool hearing a player yell "cookies" after a steal; I like hearing the same lingo you would hear in a "real" pick up basketball game. Do you think there are fireworks and go go dancers at the real NBA draft combine?

    5. NBA 2k10 Draft Combine is already leaps and bounds ahead of "road to glory", "superstar mode", "campus legend" and any other "individual athlete" modes that have ever come out. It may not be your cup of tea, but I have a feeling when we look back, its going to be remembered as groundbreaking.

    Don't let history make an ass out of you…..

  • Josh

    Pasta it's a freakin $5 mini game! You sound like you're reviewing the full game of NBA 2K10. "It's lacking atmosphere"? What did you expect from this? You're acting like this is what the full game of 2K10 will be like. I found the Draft combine very interesing, challenging (which is a good thing), & fun. This is a very creative mode that 2K has created & I can only see it expanding in the future. Pasta everybody knows you prefer Live over 2K & that's fine but it seems like you feel the need to put down 2K every chance you get. Why is that? Are you sure EA doesn't have you on their payroll? Lmao

  • Josh

    Pasta it's a freakin $5 mini game! You sound like you're reviewing the full game of NBA 2K10. "It's lacking atmosphere"? What did you expect from this? You're acting like this is what the full game of 2K10 will be like. I found the Draft combine very interesing, challenging (which is a good thing), & fun. This is a very creative mode that 2K has created & I can only see it expanding in the future. Pasta everybody knows you prefer Live over 2K & that's fine but it seems like you feel the need to put down 2K every chance you get. Why is that? Are you sure EA doesn't have you on their payroll? Lmao

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    Dude are you serious, LOL.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    Dude are you serious, LOL.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    1)Well according to Padre's comment there was to much of a wait time.2) Please, you nit pick live. I don't have to hate on the game it is what it is.3) That may be true.4)I'mfullawareit'sapickupgamebutIcouldsomehowcarelessabouthearingsomeonesay”cookies”,sorryi'mnotexcitedaboutthat.5)Groundbreaking,LOLareyouserious.Imaybewrongbutwasn'tityouwhosaydynamicDNAwasn'tgroundbreaking.You'reabitofacartooncharacterandIthinkthefactyouhavethisasgroundbreakinghasmadeanassofyoualready.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    1)Well according to Padre's comment there was to much of a wait time.

    2) Please, you nit pick live. I don't have to hate on the game it is what it is.

    3) That may be true.

    4)I'mfullawareit'sapickupgamebutIcouldsomehowcarelessabouthearingsomeonesay\”cookies\”,sorryi'mnotexcitedaboutthat.

    5)Groundbreaking,LOLareyouserious.Imaybewrongbutwasn'tityouwhosaydynamicDNAwasn'tgroundbreaking.You'reabitofacartooncharacterandIthinkthefactyouhavethisasgroundbreakinghasmadeanassofyoualready.

  • JamesBArnderbeek

    Yo pastapadre if that was u playin then you werent really playin u just seem lost haha foreal i would have been blocking shots. look ima take aminute to teach u just let me know when.

  • JamesBArnderbeek

    Yo pastapadre if that was u playin then you werent really playin u just seem lost haha foreal i would have been blocking shots. look ima take aminute to teach u just let me know when.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    1. Like I said, press "A"

    2. Peoples comments must be getting smushed together in your memory. I think Live 10 looks way better then Live 09.

    3. Agreed

    4. I’m glad your fully aware it’s a pickup game (1 point for you.) No need to be sorry for being unable to appreciate the details and nuances of basketball. It is I who feels sorry for you.

    5. I did think Dynamic DNA was groundbreaking…………………………………………………….last year. Now that 2k has a similar feature I think it's safe to say it's a moot point. Having said that, I still don’t think you can make the argument that NBA Live 09's Dynamic DNA really made a significant positive difference relative to the rating methods used in NBA 2K9.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    1. Like I said, press "A"

    2. Peoples comments must be getting smushed together in your memory. I think Live 10 looks way better then Live 09.

    3. Agreed

    4. I’m glad your fully aware it’s a pickup game (1 point for you.) No need to be sorry for being unable to appreciate the details and nuances of basketball. It is I who feels sorry for you.

    5. I did think Dynamic DNA was groundbreaking…………………………………………………….last year. Now that 2k has a similar feature I think it's safe to say it's a moot point. Having said that, I still don’t think you can make the argument that NBA Live 09's Dynamic DNA really made a significant positive difference relative to the rating methods used in NBA 2K9.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    If you don't think these following features are groundbreaking please inform me of another game that executes them better, if at all.

    -able to create a career for yourself in the NBA
    -participate in the NBA draft combine
    -get drafted
    -play as a member of an NBA team or get demoted to the D-league
    -play online 5 vs. 5 with created players
    -create clans with your buddies so you can take on other created teams online without worrying about a teammate grade.

    Don't worry, I'll wait……………………………………………………………..

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    If you don't think these following features are groundbreaking please inform me of another game that executes them better, if at all.

    -able to create a career for yourself in the NBA
    -participate in the NBA draft combine
    -get drafted
    -play as a member of an NBA team or get demoted to the D-league
    -play online 5 vs. 5 with created players
    -create clans with your buddies so you can take on other created teams online without worrying about a teammate grade.

    Don't worry, I'll wait……………………………………………………………..

  • X2KFootballGodX

    Pasta,

    Where is your write up about Madden sales and how they are terrible?
    HasEA given you permission to write about that yet? hahaha

    Live is trash…bottom line.

    EA Sports is trash….Bottom line.

    Pasta is a EA Puppet…Bottom line.

  • X2KFootballGodX

    Pasta,

    Where is your write up about Madden sales and how they are terrible?
    HasEA given you permission to write about that yet? hahaha

    Live is trash…bottom line.

    EA Sports is trash….Bottom line.

    Pasta is a EA Puppet…Bottom line.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    That was the first year for Dynamic DNA, I'd much rather have a real life driven system in place for determining rating than the guessing game going on right now. Both systems were flawed with 2K's typically to high across the board and EA's to low. This is why at the end of the day EA is going to win this battle because it will be driven by real life data not the guessing game of the past.The problem with guys like you (2k fanboys) is you can't be objective about anything. Like I said this $5 add on can hardly be called ground breaking….. LOL. Dynamic DNA is ground breaking and it's obvious to even 2k that it's the way of the future for any sports title claiming to be authentic, No?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    That was the first year for Dynamic DNA, I'd much rather have a real life driven system in place for determining rating than the guessing game going on right now. Both systems were flawed with 2K's typically to high across the board and EA's to low. This is why at the end of the day EA is going to win this battle because it will be driven by real life data not the guessing game of the past.

    The problem with guys like you (2k fanboys) is you can't be objective about anything. Like I said this $5 add on can hardly be called ground breaking….. LOL. Dynamic DNA is ground breaking and it's obvious to even 2k that it's the way of the future for any sports title claiming to be authentic, No?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

    No one answered my question about player controls? If it's anything like 2K9 then I am not buying it.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

    No one answered my question about player controls? If it's anything like 2K9 then I am not buying it.

  • Padre

    Does pasta even watch basketball? those numbers are pretty bad and no wonder he got a F rating 13 points? is pretty good for a back up not even close to starter numbers. and 2 steals? am I supposed to be impressed? lawl!

  • Padre

    Does pasta even watch basketball? those numbers are pretty bad and no wonder he got a F rating 13 points? is pretty good for a back up not even close to starter numbers. and 2 steals? am I supposed to be impressed? lawl!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Leave the BOYS out of this. I am simply a FAN of 2k basketball. That doesn't mean I have to be against Live. I’m all for Live stepping their game up. I think Live 10 will be the first significant improvement to the series in a while.

    As for these "guessing games" you so often referred to in your post, come on……really? So Shaq is a 3 pt shooter in NBA 2K9 and Steve Nash is throwing down windmill jams? The so called "guessing game" that seems to disgust you so much is simply a method in which player ratings are determined by the given players past statistical history.

    I'm not saying this method is superior to the "Dynamic DNA" method, I'm just saying it's not that different of an approach (Dynamic DNA just updated these statistics daily, something that 2k did as well, just through different rating categories and only when a players performance warranted it.)

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Leave the BOYS out of this. I am simply a FAN of 2k basketball. That doesn't mean I have to be against Live. I’m all for Live stepping their game up. I think Live 10 will be the first significant improvement to the series in a while.

    As for these "guessing games" you so often referred to in your post, come on……really? So Shaq is a 3 pt shooter in NBA 2K9 and Steve Nash is throwing down windmill jams? The so called "guessing game" that seems to disgust you so much is simply a method in which player ratings are determined by the given players past statistical history.

    I'm not saying this method is superior to the "Dynamic DNA" method, I'm just saying it's not that different of an approach (Dynamic DNA just updated these statistics daily, something that 2k did as well, just through different rating categories and only when a players performance warranted it.)

  • http://twitter.com/adawg786 @adawg786

    you guys need to remember that the developers said that NBA 2K10 DC would be like NBA 2K9.5… while the october 6th release NBA 2K10 would feel much different and better

  • http://twitter.com/adawg786 @adawg786

    you guys need to remember that the developers said that NBA 2K10 DC would be like NBA 2K9.5… while the october 6th release NBA 2K10 would feel much different and better

  • Mifu

    Hey could somebody please post a shoe list?
    Is the adidas illrahna in the game?

  • Mifu

    Hey could somebody please post a shoe list?
    Is the adidas illrahna in the game?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    you obviously don't understand how Dynamic DNA works and where it pulls it's information. It's the where it gathers it's informations that sets it apart from what 2K had in place. The problem with Live is to many aspects of the game simply didn't function properly, but the foundation was there. This should once again be obvious to you considering the addition ofhttp://82games.com/ to 2K10. why you fail to see the difference is beyond me as I'm sure even the 2K developers would agree. The fact that you think last years stats vs current stats says a lot, you just make no sense when it comes to this. No logic in your thinking on this one, dude.The fact of the matter is BOTH games willhavetheirissues. I just think Live will make the biggest leap forward becauseofthenewDevteaminplace.2Kwillbeasusualareliablysolidgamebutfromwhati'veseentheymadesmalltweaks. I just wonder if they've peaked graphically.2Kjustseemstobefocusedinadifferentdirectioninmyopinion.I'mjustnotthatinterestedintheMyPlayerMode.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    you obviously don't understand how Dynamic DNA works and where it pulls it's information. It's the where it gathers it's informations that sets it apart from what 2K had in place. The problem with Live is to many aspects of the game simply didn't function properly, but the foundation was there. This should once again be obvious to you considering the addition ofhttp://82games.com/ to 2K10. why you fail to see the difference is beyond me as I'm sure even the 2K developers would agree. The fact that you think last years stats vs current stats says a lot, you just make no sense when it comes to this. No logic in your thinking on this one, dude.

    The fact of the matter is BOTH games willhavetheirissues. I just think Live will make the biggest leap forward becauseofthenewDevteaminplace.2Kwillbeasusualareliablysolidgamebutfromwhati'veseentheymadesmalltweaks. I just wonder if they've peaked graphically.2Kjustseemstobefocusedinadifferentdirectioninmyopinion.I'mjustnotthatinterestedintheMyPlayerMode.

  • Spaz19o

    lol configure a???? y u gotta change the configuraton y cant u just dribble on the default control setting o wait i know why cause the dribbling system is shitty so animation heavy its sad they gotta hide their fuck ups in the game with buged out animations lol thats how it has as it always been since they coverted over to next gen nothing new haha hopfully 2k10 is better than 2k9 if that shit plays like 2k9 imma literally pull down my pants ans shit on the game take out the cover art and piss on it yea that should add some true laker gold color to the jersey dont u think lol

  • Spaz19o

    lol configure a???? y u gotta change the configuraton y cant u just dribble on the default control setting o wait i know why cause the dribbling system is shitty so animation heavy its sad they gotta hide their fuck ups in the game with buged out animations lol thats how it has as it always been since they coverted over to next gen nothing new haha hopfully 2k10 is better than 2k9 if that shit plays like 2k9 imma literally pull down my pants ans shit on the game take out the cover art and piss on it yea that should add some true laker gold color to the jersey dont u think lol

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Are you implying that this game is true to basketball? Some people have legitimate gripes and it has nothing to do with "basketball basic fundamentals" Please get off your basketball high horse…and please don't get into how you used to play high school ball or college ball or whatever…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Are you implying that this game is true to basketball? Some people have legitimate gripes and it has nothing to do with "basketball basic fundamentals" Please get off your basketball high horse…and please don't get into how you used to play high school ball or college ball or whatever…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Of course you would have a great time, you've been anti-NBA Live for a while ;) just teasing. Good tips, wasn't able to get home until late last night, will download this as soon as I get home today.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Of course you would have a great time, you've been anti-NBA Live for a while ;) just teasing. Good tips, wasn't able to get home until late last night, will download this as soon as I get home today.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Please let me know how you already got a copy of NBA Live 10 since you've been bashing it. At least you admit you're a fan boy, and you're defending your game. I have a lot of respect for that than those who say they are "NBA fans" and bash one game and praise the other.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Please let me know how you already got a copy of NBA Live 10 since you've been bashing it. At least you admit you're a fan boy, and you're defending your game. I have a lot of respect for that than those who say they are "NBA fans" and bash one game and praise the other.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Pasta has to balance out the EA hate from you and Dr. Logic by bashing 2K.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Pasta has to balance out the EA hate from you and Dr. Logic by bashing 2K.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Pasta likes the career modes, but he's MORE into online play than anything. That's what really had him leaning more towards Live last year than 2K9. Remember in his write up, he said that it was a toss up between the two, that either one could be switched, but the online play is ultimately what did it for him.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Pasta likes the career modes, but he's MORE into online play than anything. That's what really had him leaning more towards Live last year than 2K9. Remember in his write up, he said that it was a toss up between the two, that either one could be switched, but the online play is ultimately what did it for him.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Exactly. People can't be comparing this to NBA Live 10.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Exactly. People can't be comparing this to NBA Live 10.

  • johnshaft23

    Can anyone please tell me why i can;t find the Combine in my xbox live? I live in Europe. I do have set up a US account, but it isn;t there also.

    What's up with this?

  • johnshaft23

    Can anyone please tell me why i can;t find the Combine in my xbox live? I live in Europe. I do have set up a US account, but it isn;t there also.

    What's up with this?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    good burn…dude's mad annoying!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    good burn…dude's mad annoying!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    Josh if you're so anti-PPadre, why do you even come here? Really?!? They have message boards over at 2k and Im sure Ronnie would be psyched to have such a proud 2k'er on his side. And plus Pasta never compared his take to what 2k will be like. Lay off the guy…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    Josh if you're so anti-PPadre, why do you even come here? Really?!? They have message boards over at 2k and Im sure Ronnie would be psyched to have such a proud 2k'er on his side. And plus Pasta never compared his take to what 2k will be like. Lay off the guy…

  • NELL86

    Are people sad that the combine suck and 2k10 will suck too 2k is nothin with out mike wang yall will realize oct 6 and i seen a new vid of live o my god.

  • NELL86

    Are people sad that the combine suck and 2k10 will suck too 2k is nothin with out mike wang yall will realize oct 6 and i seen a new vid of live o my god.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Lastly, if you don't think these following features are groundbreaking please inform me of another game that executes them better, if at all.

    -able to create a career for yourself in the NBA
    -participate in the NBA draft combine
    -get drafted
    -play as a member of an NBA team or get demoted to the D-league
    -play online 5 vs. 5 with created players
    -create clans with your buddies so you can take on other created teams online without worrying about a teammate grade.

    Don't worry, I'll wait……………………………………………………………..

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Lastly, if you don't think these following features are groundbreaking please inform me of another game that executes them better, if at all.

    -able to create a career for yourself in the NBA
    -participate in the NBA draft combine
    -get drafted
    -play as a member of an NBA team or get demoted to the D-league
    -play online 5 vs. 5 with created players
    -create clans with your buddies so you can take on other created teams online without worrying about a teammate grade.

    Don't worry, I'll wait……………………………………………………………..

  • kingkupa

    he's just mad his life is shit working so hard for nothing

  • kingkupa

    he's just mad his life is shit working so hard for nothing

  • Sever82

    Wow Pasta can you show your bias anymore. Can't wait to see your review of the NBA Live Demo. Anyways i thought it was cool, the first game i found it hard, i was at a F but then the next two games i received a A+ as a SG. I think its pretty dope you can put ankle braces on your player, that the tattoos are more detailed, that you can put the player's undershirt and undershorts and that finally the created players have a little bulk and also eyebrows. I really can't wait til NBA 2k 10.

  • Sever82

    Wow Pasta can you show your bias anymore. Can't wait to see your review of the NBA Live Demo. Anyways i thought it was cool, the first game i found it hard, i was at a F but then the next two games i received a A+ as a SG. I think its pretty dope you can put ankle braces on your player, that the tattoos are more detailed, that you can put the player's undershirt and undershorts and that finally the created players have a little bulk and also eyebrows. I really can't wait til NBA 2k 10.

  • Sever82

    Ha ha Mike Wang, Really? Give me a break, I guess Mike Wang has no input on the player models or movement cause it obviously still looks robotic. We'll see when the demo comes out.

  • Sever82

    Ha ha Mike Wang, Really? Give me a break, I guess Mike Wang has no input on the player models or movement cause it obviously still looks robotic. We'll see when the demo comes out.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Its pretty good considering the 5 min quarters. Hell there are so many possessions where I dont even touch the ball. If I was a PG that got the ball every time down maybe that'd be different. But I still led the team in scoring in 2/3 games I'm trying to play realistically.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Its pretty good considering the 5 min quarters. Hell there are so many possessions where I dont even touch the ball. If I was a PG that got the ball every time down maybe that'd be different. But I still led the team in scoring in 2/3 games I'm trying to play realistically.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Chill player. He has been plenty critical of EA on numerous occasions.

    Pasta is on point more often than not. He just hasn't fully crossed over to the NBA 2k camp. Last year Pasta had Live 09 rated higher then NBA 2k9 on his "Top Ten Sports Games." I have a feeling that won't happen again this year as the Padre is a sucker for these "My Player" type modes (hopefully it will help him and other 2k skeptics learn how to be effective on a 2k basketball court.)

    When you start to get a hang of the controls (config "A") there will be no turning back.

    Remember, we were all NBA Live ballers at one point……it's only a matter of time Pasta (cue loud evil laughter)

    Once you learn how to be effective with the 2K sticks, it’s over.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Chill player. He has been plenty critical of EA on numerous occasions.

    Pasta is on point more often than not. He just hasn't fully crossed over to the NBA 2k camp. Last year Pasta had Live 09 rated higher then NBA 2k9 on his "Top Ten Sports Games." I have a feeling that won't happen again this year as the Padre is a sucker for these "My Player" type modes (hopefully it will help him and other 2k skeptics learn how to be effective on a 2k basketball court.)

    When you start to get a hang of the controls (config "A") there will be no turning back.

    Remember, we were all NBA Live ballers at one point……it's only a matter of time Pasta (cue loud evil laughter)

    Once you learn how to be effective with the 2K sticks, it’s over.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Cant talk about Madden sales until the official numbers come out on the second Thursday of September. Speculating that sales have dropped would be foolish until the real numbers come out and can analyze what they mean.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Cant talk about Madden sales until the official numbers come out on the second Thursday of September. Speculating that sales have dropped would be foolish until the real numbers come out and can analyze what they mean.

  • Corey

    Hmm, ragging on 2K yet again, that's not weird. Those puppet strings that EA is controlling you with must be tight. It's the COMBINE, there is no atmosphere there. Also, the game seemed boring probably because you are horrible at it and obviously don't watch basketball. You looked like a chicken with your head cut off. Mike Wang leaving is the problem? He's a developer, big deal. It's funny that the report on OS about 2K10 said that the Dwight Howard in 2K10 looks a lot better than the Live version. Way to rep the coverboy well Wang. I used to always play Live, but I have gotten so tired of it's gameplay the last couple of years. When I can dominate with anybody in that game, you have a problem

  • Corey

    Hmm, ragging on 2K yet again, that's not weird. Those puppet strings that EA is controlling you with must be tight. It's the COMBINE, there is no atmosphere there. Also, the game seemed boring probably because you are horrible at it and obviously don't watch basketball. You looked like a chicken with your head cut off. Mike Wang leaving is the problem? He's a developer, big deal. It's funny that the report on OS about 2K10 said that the Dwight Howard in 2K10 looks a lot better than the Live version. Way to rep the coverboy well Wang. I used to always play Live, but I have gotten so tired of it's gameplay the last couple of years. When I can dominate with anybody in that game, you have a problem

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    HAHA!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    HAHA!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    I'll try and find an answer for you bud…

  • vick7eagles

    You all talking about Pasta trashing 2k but all your 2k fanboys no matter what hate on live so whats the difference.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    I'll try and find an answer for you bud…

  • vick7eagles

    You all talking about Pasta trashing 2k but all your 2k fanboys no matter what hate on live so whats the difference.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    I really wonder how long 2k will ride out what he has left behind b4 trying to develop new shit on their own…I can only say that I only tried Live last year b/c I needed something new & was getting bored with 2k's stale yearly iterations. Totally looking fwd to the Live demo in early Sept!!!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    I really wonder how long 2k will ride out what he has left behind b4 trying to develop new shit on their own…I can only say that I only tried Live last year b/c I needed something new & was getting bored with 2k's stale yearly iterations. Totally looking fwd to the Live demo in early Sept!!!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    HAh… exactly, good call cabrillo24.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    HAh… exactly, good call cabrillo24.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    You run your mouth about Live 10 based on what? Unless you've spent time playing it the same rules apply my man.

    I actually own both games and like i've stated both had their fair share of issue.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jonathanglapion jonathanglapion

    You run your mouth about Live 10 based on what? Unless you've spent time playing it the same rules apply my man.

    I actually own both games and like i've stated both had their fair share of issue.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Cont…

    There's just not enough of a difference between to two methods in question to warrant the praise that people like you (NBA 2k haters) give it. But as you probably know NBA 2K10 has upgraded its rating system to something similar to Dynamic DNA, so like I said earlier, moot point.

    Lastly, you're the one who cannot be objective. So far you've:

    - Called the NBA 2K10 Draft Combine a "waste" and continue to criticize a game that you haven't even played.

    - Overexagerrated the inaccuracy of the player ratings in NBA 2k9 by calling their ratings method a "guessing game".

    - Declared that EA will "win this battle" because their game will be driven by real data unlike the 2k9 method which consists of a guessing game in a room somewhere (sounds like something an EA FANMAN would say.) BTW, NBA 2K10, 82games.com, enough said.

    Try playing the Draft combine before hating on it. I can at least respect your opinion that way.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Cont…

    There's just not enough of a difference between to two methods in question to warrant the praise that people like you (NBA 2k haters) give it. But as you probably know NBA 2K10 has upgraded its rating system to something similar to Dynamic DNA, so like I said earlier, moot point.

    Lastly, you're the one who cannot be objective. So far you've:

    - Called the NBA 2K10 Draft Combine a "waste" and continue to criticize a game that you haven't even played.

    - Overexagerrated the inaccuracy of the player ratings in NBA 2k9 by calling their ratings method a "guessing game".

    - Declared that EA will "win this battle" because their game will be driven by real data unlike the 2k9 method which consists of a guessing game in a room somewhere (sounds like something an EA FANMAN would say.) BTW, NBA 2K10, 82games.com, enough said.

    Try playing the Draft combine before hating on it. I can at least respect your opinion that way.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Cont…

    There's just not enough of a difference between to two methods in question to warrant the praise that people like you (NBA 2k haters) give it. But as you probably know NBA 2K10 has upgraded its rating system to something similar to Dynamic DNA, so like I said earlier, moot point.

    Lastly, you're the one who cannot be objective. So far you've:

    - Called the NBA 2K10 Draft Combine a "waste" and continue to criticize a game that you haven't even played.

    - Overexagerrated the inaccuracy of the player ratings in NBA 2k9 by calling their ratings method a "guessing game".

    - Declared that EA will "win this battle" because their game will be driven by real data unlike the 2k9 method which consists of a pulling numbers out of their asses in a room somewhere (sounds like something an EA FANMAN would say.) BTW, NBA 2K10, 82games.com, enough said.

    Try playing the Draft combine before hating on it. I could at least respect your opinion that way.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Cont…

    There's just not enough of a difference between to two methods in question to warrant the praise that people like you (NBA 2k haters) give it. But as you probably know NBA 2K10 has upgraded its rating system to something similar to Dynamic DNA, so like I said earlier, moot point.

    Lastly, you're the one who cannot be objective. So far you've:

    - Called the NBA 2K10 Draft Combine a "waste" and continue to criticize a game that you haven't even played.

    - Overexagerrated the inaccuracy of the player ratings in NBA 2k9 by calling their ratings method a "guessing game".

    - Declared that EA will "win this battle" because their game will be driven by real data unlike the 2k9 method which consists of a pulling numbers out of their asses in a room somewhere (sounds like something an EA FANMAN would say.) BTW, NBA 2K10, 82games.com, enough said.

    Try playing the Draft combine before hating on it. I could at least respect your opinion that way.

  • x SilvaBullit x

    Exactly!!! I got a scoring SG and had 25 pts. 6 reb. and 5 ast. in my first game with an A- rating…Out of all six games my lowest rating was a B-…If u do good, u get a lot of SP to build up ur player… Pasta and the rest of these complaing fools cant play ball!!! I loved it!!!

  • x SilvaBullit x

    Exactly!!! I got a scoring SG and had 25 pts. 6 reb. and 5 ast. in my first game with an A- rating…Out of all six games my lowest rating was a B-…If u do good, u get a lot of SP to build up ur player… Pasta and the rest of these complaing fools cant play ball!!! I loved it!!!

  • Gbrown4

    You were buying nba live from the beginning your judging a game that was the best basketball SIMULATION game ever (nba2k9) off a $5.00 demo wow!! did you know that Mike Wang the lead producer for NBAJive 10 was HIRED FROM 2K SPORTS !!!! So even easports thought nba Jive was getting their ass beat by 2k can't beat'em buy'em , just like the nfl,

  • Gbrown4

    You were buying nba live from the beginning your judging a game that was the best basketball SIMULATION game ever (nba2k9) off a $5.00 demo wow!! did you know that Mike Wang the lead producer for NBAJive 10 was HIRED FROM 2K SPORTS !!!! So even easports thought nba Jive was getting their ass beat by 2k can't beat'em buy'em , just like the nfl,

  • Gbrown4

    It Looks BORING!!! what are you guys expecting a sellout crowd at a combine . Message if you don't play or understand basketball in real life and like to see spectacular plays every time down the court that A gets boring within 2mins of playing and B thats not real basketball maybe you should try NBA live, NBA JAM , OR NBA STREET stay away from a real simulation Nba 2k10

  • Gbrown4

    It Looks BORING!!! what are you guys expecting a sellout crowd at a combine . Message if you don't play or understand basketball in real life and like to see spectacular plays every time down the court that A gets boring within 2mins of playing and B thats not real basketball maybe you should try NBA live, NBA JAM , OR NBA STREET stay away from a real simulation Nba 2k10

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/mikesa_tx mikesa_tx

    Thanks pasta!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/mikesa_tx mikesa_tx

    Thanks pasta!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    You: "you obviously don't understand how Dynamic DNA works and where it pulls it's information. It's the where it gathers it's information that sets it apart from what 2K had in place."

    Me: Does it not gather its information from NBA statistics?

    You: "The problem with Live is to many aspects of the game simply didn't function properly, but the foundation was there."

    Me: It sounds like you have it backwards. 2k is the game with the solid foundation and there were definitely some features in 2k9 that did not function properly. Live looks to be building a solid foundation with NBA Live 10 (not 09) seeing how they have a new dev team. Ironically, the only piece of that "solid Live 09 foundation" the new Live 10 devs took was Dynamic DNA, Mainly because the rest of the game needed a major fundamental overhaul as the devs themselves have stated.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    You: "you obviously don't understand how Dynamic DNA works and where it pulls it's information. It's the where it gathers it's information that sets it apart from what 2K had in place."

    Me: Does it not gather its information from NBA statistics?

    You: "The problem with Live is to many aspects of the game simply didn't function properly, but the foundation was there."

    Me: It sounds like you have it backwards. 2k is the game with the solid foundation and there were definitely some features in 2k9 that did not function properly. Live looks to be building a solid foundation with NBA Live 10 (not 09) seeing how they have a new dev team. Ironically, the only piece of that "solid Live 09 foundation" the new Live 10 devs took was Dynamic DNA, Mainly because the rest of the game needed a major fundamental overhaul as the devs themselves have stated.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    What did I say about Live 10? Im talking about the NBA 2K10 draft combine.

    Being a fan of a game does not make you a fanboy. I never said I owned Live 10 although it looks to be shaping up nicely.

    You LiveGUYS are so absurd when it comes to logic and reasoning.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    What did I say about Live 10? Im talking about the NBA 2K10 draft combine.

    Being a fan of a game does not make you a fanboy. I never said I owned Live 10 although it looks to be shaping up nicely.

    You LiveGUYS are so absurd when it comes to logic and reasoning.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Also, Can you please quote the comments in which I bashed NBA Live 10?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Also, Can you please quote the comments in which I bashed NBA Live 10?

  • James

    sigh… time to go over to OS to see real impressions on the combine

  • James

    sigh… time to go over to OS to see real impressions on the combine

  • pastapadre’s mother

    Please stop sucking ea’s cock pasta! You know nothing about sports last year you said live 09 was better than 2k9, that proves you know nothing. You suck ea’s little baby dick and let them fuck u in the butt. You bring shame to complex magazine for endorsing your bitch ass. Please stop talking about video games and please just quit.

  • pastapadre’s mother

    Please stop sucking ea’s cock pasta! You know nothing about sports last year you said live 09 was better than 2k9, that proves you know nothing. You suck ea’s little baby dick and let them fuck u in the butt. You bring shame to complex magazine for endorsing your bitch ass. Please stop talking about video games and please just quit.

  • Tjs1205

    Honestly, it’s not that great. I do love the personalization and the fact that the refs actually call kick-ball! But I’m still looking forward to 2K10…

  • Tjs1205

    Honestly, it’s not that great. I do love the personalization and the fact that the refs actually call kick-ball! But I’m still looking forward to 2K10…

  • Sam

    Exactly…While I enjoy Pasta for his Football writeups, he really doesnt know anything about Basketball, especially when it involves 2K

  • Sam

    Exactly…While I enjoy Pasta for his Football writeups, he really doesnt know anything about Basketball, especially when it involves 2K

  • Josh

    Nobody said I was anti Pasta. You guys crack me up with that. Lol! I'm just pointing out something that I notice. If I didn't like the site I wouldn't come here. I don't need the Pasta site patrol to tell me that. I give Pasta props all the time. So before you make a comment like that know the history buddy. It's not about taking EA or 2K's side man it's about calling it like I see it. I swear you guys are so sensative around here. Lol!

  • Josh

    Nobody said I was anti Pasta. You guys crack me up with that. Lol! I'm just pointing out something that I notice. If I didn't like the site I wouldn't come here. I don't need the Pasta site patrol to tell me that. I give Pasta props all the time. So before you make a comment like that know the history buddy. It's not about taking EA or 2K's side man it's about calling it like I see it. I swear you guys are so sensative around here. Lol!

  • Joe

    To me this always sounded like a way for 2K to milk die hard fans out of money, or points whichever you use. They should just stick to releasing a solid demo free for everyone. Don't they know how bad the economy is?

  • Joe

    To me this always sounded like a way for 2K to milk die hard fans out of money, or points whichever you use. They should just stick to releasing a solid demo free for everyone. Don't they know how bad the economy is?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    …and we're so proud of you

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    …and we're so proud of you

  • Sever82

    The Economy? Are you serious? The Download is $5, wow you people are rediculous. You're complaining over 5 bucks. give me a break.

  • Sever82

    The Economy? Are you serious? The Download is $5, wow you people are rediculous. You're complaining over 5 bucks. give me a break.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    …you are a constant whiner and people get sick of hearing it from you, that's all.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

    …you are a constant whiner and people get sick of hearing it from you, that's all.

  • James

    if youre complaining about $5 you shouldnt own a next gen system or be buying $59.99 games.

  • James

    if youre complaining about $5 you shouldnt own a next gen system or be buying $59.99 games.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I just write about my experience. I didnt buy it so that I could not enjoy it. I gave it a fair chance like I do every game, but if I dont find it fun what else can I say?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I just write about my experience. I didnt buy it so that I could not enjoy it. I gave it a fair chance like I do every game, but if I dont find it fun what else can I say?

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Never said Live 09 was "better" than 2K9. Each game had certain aspects that were better than the other certainly though. Get your facts right if you're going to criticize me :)

  • prolikewhoa

    He had Live ranked higher than 2K9!!?? That now discredits anything Pasta has to say about basketball games.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Never said Live 09 was "better" than 2K9. Each game had certain aspects that were better than the other certainly though. Get your facts right if you're going to criticize me :)

  • prolikewhoa

    He had Live ranked higher than 2K9!!?? That now discredits anything Pasta has to say about basketball games.

  • Anonymous

    yo pasta, you need to post an article for the first trailer of NBA 2k10! i don't know why you have waited this long! the trailer released on tuesday, you are usually spot-on with your timing on this stuff. come on man!

    here is the link in case you haven't heard. i even emailed you about this on tuesday.

    http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi...

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/deepen03 deepen03

    yo pasta, you need to post an article for the first trailer of NBA 2k10! i don't know why you have waited this long! the trailer released on tuesday, you are usually spot-on with your timing on this stuff. come on man!

    here is the link in case you haven't heard. i even emailed you about this on tuesday.

    http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi...

  • Josh

    Excactly! No disrespect Pasta but how can you objectively review a basketball game when you admited before that you're not a real NBA fan. You've admited that your not really a sim gamer. You don't seem to be that good at the game so naturally it's gonna be frustrating especially if you're used to Live's controls. My only thing is don't knock the game just because you're not good at it or not used to it. That doesn't mean the game is bad. Maybe 2K is too sim for you & maybe that's why you prefer a more arcady game in Live. There's nothing wrong with that Pasta but just admit it & people won't call you out on it.

  • Josh

    Excactly! No disrespect Pasta but how can you objectively review a basketball game when you admited before that you're not a real NBA fan. You've admited that your not really a sim gamer. You don't seem to be that good at the game so naturally it's gonna be frustrating especially if you're used to Live's controls. My only thing is don't knock the game just because you're not good at it or not used to it. That doesn't mean the game is bad. Maybe 2K is too sim for you & maybe that's why you prefer a more arcady game in Live. There's nothing wrong with that Pasta but just admit it & people won't call you out on it.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/darkheath darkheath

    I can't believe you put a smiley face here while responding to this jackass. We will still respect you if you tell these ass-stains to fuck off.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/darkheath darkheath

    I can't believe you put a smiley face here while responding to this jackass. We will still respect you if you tell these ass-stains to fuck off.

  • naga

    r there only 6 drills? cuz that seems rele low nd the games alone cant reele help you from 39 or 40. as for the gameplay, its a lot diffrnt from 2k9. u need to be a teammate nd not try to score all the time. im pretty bored wit it cuz i cant make a shot but i do evrything else nd my avg teammate rating is a-.

  • naga

    r there only 6 drills? cuz that seems rele low nd the games alone cant reele help you from 39 or 40. as for the gameplay, its a lot diffrnt from 2k9. u need to be a teammate nd not try to score all the time. im pretty bored wit it cuz i cant make a shot but i do evrything else nd my avg teammate rating is a-.

  • YO1

    The game is loaded, the reason I stopped playing 2k last year and will not buy it this year is still there. I would be up by 20 and my team would manage to turn the ball over enough to get the computer back into the game. I posted good numbers and still got an F rating sometimes without turning the ball over or taking bad shots, along with about 4 steals a game. 2k dropped the ball as usual. your teamates are terrible and a 40 out of 100 rating is extremely unbearable.

  • YO1

    The game is loaded, the reason I stopped playing 2k last year and will not buy it this year is still there. I would be up by 20 and my team would manage to turn the ball over enough to get the computer back into the game. I posted good numbers and still got an F rating sometimes without turning the ball over or taking bad shots, along with about 4 steals a game. 2k dropped the ball as usual. your teamates are terrible and a 40 out of 100 rating is extremely unbearable.

  • Chris

    Dude it's only 5 bucks. If you can't afford that then you probably shouldn't have internet service let alone own a computer. LMAO!

  • Chris

    Dude it's only 5 bucks. If you can't afford that then you probably shouldn't have internet service let alone own a computer. LMAO!

  • Anonymous

    can you please post an article with this trailer: http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi...

    along with the O.S. preview released today here: http://www.operationsports.com/preview.php?id=86

    i would really appreciate it and it can help get some real news about the actual game. You have done so much more for nba live like this, and i fell like you are giving 2k a shafting.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/deepen03 deepen03

    can you please post an article with this trailer: http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi...

    along with the O.S. preview released today here: http://www.operationsports.com/preview.php?id=86

    i would really appreciate it and it can help get some real news about the actual game. You have done so much more for nba live like this, and i fell like you are giving 2k a shafting.

  • http://twitter.com/NagaOwnz @NagaOwnz

    whats ur draft postion. mines is round 2 pick 11

  • http://twitter.com/NagaOwnz @NagaOwnz

    whats ur draft postion. mines is round 2 pick 11

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Your trippin.

    Nobody said anything about your precious Live 10.

    for the 3rd time…..I HOPE NBA LIVE 10 IS A GREAT GAME!!! it looks like they are making nice adjustments to their product.

    Use your brain, don't let your brain use you….

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    Your trippin.

    Nobody said anything about your precious Live 10.

    for the 3rd time…..I HOPE NBA LIVE 10 IS A GREAT GAME!!! it looks like they are making nice adjustments to their product.

    Use your brain, don't let your brain use you….

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    2nd round
    pick 14

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    2nd round
    pick 14

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satifying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satifying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satifying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satisfying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satisfying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    It doesnt matter what you do statistically, the game grades you based on how good a teamate you are (i.e. setting picks, boxing out, getting in passing lanes…etc.)

    Stop complaining about things that happen in real pick up basketball (sometimes your teamates suck and the other team comes back.) Learn how to deal with losing.

    After I finished the 6 combine games I averaged a 56% fg pct and 24 ppg. I also averaged an A+ teammate rating. Personally I dont think I'm that good, I just played the game correctly (practicing the timing on my jumper, only shooting it when I had an open look, and doing the little things like picks, steals and box outs.

    2K is extremely satisfying once you understand what actions the game rewards and what actions it penalizes.

  • Josh

    How am I a whiner buy giving my opinion? It's sounds like your the whiner by feeling the need to judge everyone's comments. I'll take a page from your book, if you don't like my comments then why read them? Lol! Man chill out & quit being so sensative.

  • Josh

    How am I a whiner buy giving my opinion? It's sounds like your the whiner by feeling the need to judge everyone's comments. I'll take a page from your book, if you don't like my comments then why read them? Lol! Man chill out & quit being so sensative.

  • Josh

    How am I a whiner buy giving my opinion? It's sounds like your the whiner by feeling the need to judge everyone's comments. I'll take a page from your book, if you don't like my comments then why read them? Lol! Man chill out & quit being so sensative.

  • BU1B22

    actually, that sounds a lot like the nhl series…nhl 09 was exactly the same thing, and its only getting better for nhl 10

  • BU1B22

    actually, that sounds a lot like the nhl series…nhl 09 was exactly the same thing, and its only getting better for nhl 10

  • BU1B22

    actually, that sounds a lot like the nhl series…nhl 09 was exactly the same thing, and its only getting better for nhl 10

  • Chris

    Man I have to agree with Josh on this. How is he whining when he just stated his opinion? So is he just supposed to agree with everything Pasta says like you do? Dude this is a Sports Gaming Forum! People aren't always going to agree. If you don't like what someone posts then ignore it.

  • Chris

    Man I have to agree with Josh on this. How is he whining when he just stated his opinion? So is he just supposed to agree with everything Pasta says like you do? Dude this is a Sports Gaming Forum! People aren't always going to agree. If you don't like what someone posts then ignore it.

  • Chris

    Man I have to agree with Josh on this. How is he whining when he just stated his opinion? So is he just supposed to agree with everything Pasta says like you do? Dude this is a Sports Gaming Forum! People aren't always going to agree. If you don't like what someone posts then ignore it.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Oh man, I bet you're skilled on the court as well right? I bet in real life on the court you're like "right trigger, Y button, left analog flick!"

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Oh man, I bet you're skilled on the court as well right? I bet in real life on the court you're like "right trigger, Y button, left analog flick!"

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    LOL@eyebrows…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    LOL@eyebrows…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    LOL@eyebrows…

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Or NBA 2K9 and dunk over 5 people 10 times a game

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Or NBA 2K9 and dunk over 5 people 10 times a game

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

    Or NBA 2K9 and dunk over 5 people 10 times a game

  • gbrown4

    ITS FIVE FUCKING DOLLARS!!! AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT !!! WAIT UNTIL OCTOBER 6TH AND BUY THE GAME OR DON'T BUY IT THE ECONOMY !!!!!! WOW!!!!

  • gbrown4

    ITS FIVE FUCKING DOLLARS!!! AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT !!! WAIT UNTIL OCTOBER 6TH AND BUY THE GAME OR DON'T BUY IT THE ECONOMY !!!!!! WOW!!!!

  • gbrown4

    ITS FIVE FUCKING DOLLARS!!! AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT !!! WAIT UNTIL OCTOBER 6TH AND BUY THE GAME OR DON'T BUY IT THE ECONOMY !!!!!! WOW!!!!

  • Reapbo

    is it tru that ur still go n off of what wang did 4 2k if so i know ur buy n live

  • Reapbo

    is it tru that ur still go n off of what wang did 4 2k if so i know ur buy n live

  • Reapbo

    is it tru that ur still go n off of what wang did 4 2k if so i know ur buy n live

  • Sever82

    I find your stats hard to believe. Especially when you get an F rating. Up by 20? Its the Draft Combine game, some of you live fan boys need to stop acting as if you play 2k.

  • Sever82

    I find your stats hard to believe. Especially when you get an F rating. Up by 20? Its the Draft Combine game, some of you live fan boys need to stop acting as if you play 2k.

  • Sever82

    I find your stats hard to believe. Especially when you get an F rating. Up by 20? Its the Draft Combine game, some of you live fan boys need to stop acting as if you play 2k.

  • Reapbo

    i got it its crap 2k is startin 2 go backwards

  • Reapbo

    i got it its crap 2k is startin 2 go backwards

  • Reapbo

    i got it its crap 2k is startin 2 go backwards

  • http://twitter.com/NagaOwnz @NagaOwnz

    i saw 3 ppl with 99 ratings and i just essaged them how they did that

  • http://twitter.com/NagaOwnz @NagaOwnz

    i saw 3 ppl with 99 ratings and i just essaged them how they did that

  • http://twitter.com/NagaOwnz @NagaOwnz

    i saw 3 ppl with 99 ratings and i just essaged them how they did that

  • jusmegamer

    Pasta is in love with EA anyone can't see that is pretty lame themselves. Don't come to this guy for 2K ratings.

  • jusmegamer

    Pasta is in love with EA anyone can't see that is pretty lame themselves. Don't come to this guy for 2K ratings.

  • jusmegamer

    Pasta is in love with EA anyone can't see that is pretty lame themselves. Don't come to this guy for 2K ratings.

  • http://twitter.com/peruvianidol @peruvianidol

    Did you not notice he's rated a 40 overall? You don't start out as LeBron James. It looks like SF is a lot harder to play than PG since they seem to penalize you for calling for the ball. Your defensive positioning was pretty atrocious in that vid though, Pasta. :P

  • http://twitter.com/peruvianidol @peruvianidol

    Did you not notice he's rated a 40 overall? You don't start out as LeBron James. It looks like SF is a lot harder to play than PG since they seem to penalize you for calling for the ball. Your defensive positioning was pretty atrocious in that vid though, Pasta. :P

  • http://twitter.com/peruvianidol @peruvianidol

    Did you not notice he's rated a 40 overall? You don't start out as LeBron James. It looks like SF is a lot harder to play than PG since they seem to penalize you for calling for the ball. Your defensive positioning was pretty atrocious in that vid though, Pasta. :P

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ferris ferris

    i didnt buy it but in the trial i created a point guard and the same thing happened to me in the scrimmage. i would dribble one way and it felt like the animation just took my player over for the next couple seconds

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ferris ferris

    i didnt buy it but in the trial i created a point guard and the same thing happened to me in the scrimmage. i would dribble one way and it felt like the animation just took my player over for the next couple seconds

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/ferris ferris

    i didnt buy it but in the trial i created a point guard and the same thing happened to me in the scrimmage. i would dribble one way and it felt like the animation just took my player over for the next couple seconds

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as did many others. For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as did many others. For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as did many others. For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as others (its not as if opinion wasn't across the board last year between who liked which one). For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as others (its not as if opinion wasn't across the board last year between who liked which one). For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://www.intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I never ranked games. I had them in order of how much enjoyment I got out of them and yes, personally I enjoyed Live more as others (its not as if opinion wasn't across the board last year between who liked which one). For me it came down to the 365/DNA and Online Team Play where 2K had terrible online experience. Generally I lean towards online play for what provides the most value for me.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Im not knocking it, just providing my overriding feeling that it was boring and frustrating. I didn't review the game and give it a score. I realize some people may enjoy it and I gave it a fair shot but it didn't register with me. Not much else I can do with that.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Im not knocking it, just providing my overriding feeling that it was boring and frustrating. I didn't review the game and give it a score. I realize some people may enjoy it and I gave it a fair shot but it didn't register with me. Not much else I can do with that.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Im not knocking it, just providing my overriding feeling that it was boring and frustrating. I didn't review the game and give it a score. I realize some people may enjoy it and I gave it a fair shot but it didn't register with me. Not much else I can do with that.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Eh, I believe in being respectful in responses no matter what. I'm used to being berated by now lol

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Eh, I believe in being respectful in responses no matter what. I'm used to being berated by now lol

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Eh, I believe in being respectful in responses no matter what. I'm used to being berated by now lol

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I believe 9 drills but you only get to do 6 of them.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I believe 9 drills but you only get to do 6 of them.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    I believe 9 drills but you only get to do 6 of them.

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I'm glad yo wit me pasta. EA is too awesome dude. In every aspect. I tried this arcade game but when I stop running up the court with my player, he auto throws the ball between his legs and runs backwards a bit! – lol – I mean who does that?

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I'm glad yo wit me pasta. EA is too awesome dude. In every aspect. I tried this arcade game but when I stop running up the court with my player, he auto throws the ball between his legs and runs backwards a bit! – lol – I mean who does that?

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I'm glad yo wit me pasta. EA is too awesome dude. In every aspect. I tried this arcade game but when I stop running up the court with my player, he auto throws the ball between his legs and runs backwards a bit! – lol – I mean who does that?

  • Josh

    Why the hell do the refs look so pink in 2K basketball games?

  • Josh

    Why the hell do the refs look so pink in 2K basketball games?

  • Josh

    Why the hell do the refs look so pink in 2K basketball games?

  • t daley

    Well Pasta, It is what it is and what it is, is another example of where the videogame industry is going. MICRO TRANSACTIONS. What you should be commenting on with all these games is how the general trend is to fleece as much money out of the consumer as they can. Charging 5$ for a feature that should already be in the game is flat out rediculous. And for the 2kfanboy sharpening their knvies, "Settle down". EA is just as bad. The BS in charging money for gear in Tiger Woods 10 and skill boosts in Madden is just flat out rediculous. The issue is not whether 2k or Live is better. Both games will stay true to their nature with moderate upgrades. It is pointless to compare the two. The real issue is these stupid microtransactions for everything. This is where gamers need to voice an opinion. We pay 60$ for game, we dont need to be nickled and dimed for crap that should be already in the game or more easily attainable.

  • t daley

    Well Pasta, It is what it is and what it is, is another example of where the videogame industry is going. MICRO TRANSACTIONS. What you should be commenting on with all these games is how the general trend is to fleece as much money out of the consumer as they can. Charging 5$ for a feature that should already be in the game is flat out rediculous. And for the 2kfanboy sharpening their knvies, "Settle down". EA is just as bad. The BS in charging money for gear in Tiger Woods 10 and skill boosts in Madden is just flat out rediculous. The issue is not whether 2k or Live is better. Both games will stay true to their nature with moderate upgrades. It is pointless to compare the two. The real issue is these stupid microtransactions for everything. This is where gamers need to voice an opinion. We pay 60$ for game, we dont need to be nickled and dimed for crap that should be already in the game or more easily attainable.

  • t daley

    Well Pasta, It is what it is and what it is, is another example of where the videogame industry is going. MICRO TRANSACTIONS. What you should be commenting on with all these games is how the general trend is to fleece as much money out of the consumer as they can. Charging 5$ for a feature that should already be in the game is flat out rediculous. And for the 2kfanboy sharpening their knvies, "Settle down". EA is just as bad. The BS in charging money for gear in Tiger Woods 10 and skill boosts in Madden is just flat out rediculous. The issue is not whether 2k or Live is better. Both games will stay true to their nature with moderate upgrades. It is pointless to compare the two. The real issue is these stupid microtransactions for everything. This is where gamers need to voice an opinion. We pay 60$ for game, we dont need to be nickled and dimed for crap that should be already in the game or more easily attainable.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    talk about being sick of hearing somebody……….

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    talk about being sick of hearing somebody……….

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/DrLogic DrLogic

    talk about being sick of hearing somebody……….

  • Hulkamaphone

    Thanks for the write-up Pasta. I guess everyone has their opinions and while I dont agree with the comments that its boring, I appreciate you putting up your thoughts up so early.
    I could be way off, but I would guess that the people who get the most out of this game (and mode) will be the basketball fans that play the game "right". That is, not running around leaving their man, not jacking up ridiculous shots and forcing the game. Those who will enjoy it (and get the better ratings) will be the ones that play team ball, make good shot decisions, stick to their man etc. The best thing about this most is that those players will be easily identifiable as their "team grade" will be displayed. Gone are the days of starting a match, only to find a teammate is a total ball hog and ruins the game. Great work 2k!!!!

  • Hulkamaphone

    Thanks for the write-up Pasta. I guess everyone has their opinions and while I dont agree with the comments that its boring, I appreciate you putting up your thoughts up so early.
    I could be way off, but I would guess that the people who get the most out of this game (and mode) will be the basketball fans that play the game "right". That is, not running around leaving their man, not jacking up ridiculous shots and forcing the game. Those who will enjoy it (and get the better ratings) will be the ones that play team ball, make good shot decisions, stick to their man etc. The best thing about this most is that those players will be easily identifiable as their "team grade" will be displayed. Gone are the days of starting a match, only to find a teammate is a total ball hog and ruins the game. Great work 2k!!!!

  • Hulkamaphone

    Thanks for the write-up Pasta. I guess everyone has their opinions and while I dont agree with the comments that its boring, I appreciate you putting up your thoughts up so early.
    I could be way off, but I would guess that the people who get the most out of this game (and mode) will be the basketball fans that play the game "right". That is, not running around leaving their man, not jacking up ridiculous shots and forcing the game. Those who will enjoy it (and get the better ratings) will be the ones that play team ball, make good shot decisions, stick to their man etc. The best thing about this most is that those players will be easily identifiable as their "team grade" will be displayed. Gone are the days of starting a match, only to find a teammate is a total ball hog and ruins the game. Great work 2k!!!!

  • Gbrown4

    whatever!!! like I said you don't like 2k fine there are other options live looks goods I hope its good

  • Gbrown4

    whatever!!! like I said you don't like 2k fine there are other options live looks goods I hope its good

  • Gbrown4

    whatever!!! like I said you don't like 2k fine there are other options live looks goods I hope its good

  • Spaz19o

    y is his stats so hard to belive is it because ur stats look like ass?

  • Spaz19o

    y is his stats so hard to belive is it because ur stats look like ass?

  • Spaz19o

    y is his stats so hard to belive is it because ur stats look like ass?

  • Spaz19o

    omg u can do all that to a created palyer u can fix his eyebrow the players have bulk uhhhh omg!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol u sound like a fuckin faggot aNd IMO this is Pastas site he has the right to post whatever the fuck he wants if he wants to be bias against 2k because he perfers live more who the fuck cares its his fuckin site u dont like it dont come on here palin and simple

  • Spaz19o

    omg u can do all that to a created palyer u can fix his eyebrow the players have bulk uhhhh omg!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol u sound like a fuckin faggot aNd IMO this is Pastas site he has the right to post whatever the fuck he wants if he wants to be bias against 2k because he perfers live more who the fuck cares its his fuckin site u dont like it dont come on here palin and simple

  • Spaz19o

    omg u can do all that to a created palyer u can fix his eyebrow the players have bulk uhhhh omg!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol u sound like a fuckin faggot aNd IMO this is Pastas site he has the right to post whatever the fuck he wants if he wants to be bias against 2k because he perfers live more who the fuck cares its his fuckin site u dont like it dont come on here palin and simple

  • JOHN DOE

    COMBINE IS OK LIFE A RIP OFF NBA 09′S THE LIFE

  • JOHN DOE

    COMBINE IS OK LIFE A RIP OFF NBA 09′S THE LIFE

  • JOHN DOE

    COMBINE IS OK LIFE A RIP OFF NBA 09′S THE LIFE

  • walterberrypaok

    this mode will give 2k10, as a whole, great variety.It has the nba today,it has draft combine, it has the street ball pickup games,dunk and 3pointer competitions.The Assosiation is deeper than ever and the "create a player" is the best you can find with all the animations for you to pick.
    It's not fair to judge 2k10 by this.It's only a mode.If you don't fancy it don't play it.It's like bashing nba 2k9 just because the dunk and 3p. competition is shit(which are not)

    i am very happy from the youtube videos i watched.The animations are much improved.The game will be massive compared to live10.Live 10 is improved but it's 3 years behing 2k.That's a fact.

  • walterberrypaok

    this mode will give 2k10, as a whole, great variety.It has the nba today,it has draft combine, it has the street ball pickup games,dunk and 3pointer competitions.The Assosiation is deeper than ever and the "create a player" is the best you can find with all the animations for you to pick.
    It's not fair to judge 2k10 by this.It's only a mode.If you don't fancy it don't play it.It's like bashing nba 2k9 just because the dunk and 3p. competition is shit(which are not)

    i am very happy from the youtube videos i watched.The animations are much improved.The game will be massive compared to live10.Live 10 is improved but it's 3 years behing 2k.That's a fact.

  • walterberrypaok

    this mode will give 2k10, as a whole, great variety.It has the nba today,it has draft combine, it has the street ball pickup games,dunk and 3pointer competitions.The Assosiation is deeper than ever and the "create a player" is the best you can find with all the animations for you to pick.
    It's not fair to judge 2k10 by this.It's only a mode.If you don't fancy it don't play it.It's like bashing nba 2k9 just because the dunk and 3p. competition is shit(which are not)

    i am very happy from the youtube videos i watched.The animations are much improved.The game will be massive compared to live10.Live 10 is improved but it's 3 years behing 2k.That's a fact.

  • Live10

    Live is more realistic than 2K. If you play real basketball you would know that. The recovery time of the 2K games is unrealistic, you beat your man in 2K and they're still on top of you and you make them jump and they're still on top of you, totally unreal. 2K is made for casual noob basketballers, too many auto computer help things in the game that makes noobs think they know basketball. It's just too slow, and not a real representation of the game.

    And man that Draft Combine is fake as can be. Since when is a fast break a bad shot? How do I get a "good pass" then a "bad pass" in the same pass? Lol. Since when is a personal foul being a bad teammate? Since when is attacking the paint a bad shot, foul drawn or not? So fake.

  • Live10

    Live is more realistic than 2K. If you play real basketball you would know that. The recovery time of the 2K games is unrealistic, you beat your man in 2K and they're still on top of you and you make them jump and they're still on top of you, totally unreal. 2K is made for casual noob basketballers, too many auto computer help things in the game that makes noobs think they know basketball. It's just too slow, and not a real representation of the game.

    And man that Draft Combine is fake as can be. Since when is a fast break a bad shot? How do I get a "good pass" then a "bad pass" in the same pass? Lol. Since when is a personal foul being a bad teammate? Since when is attacking the paint a bad shot, foul drawn or not? So fake.

  • Live10

    Live is more realistic than 2K. If you play real basketball you would know that. The recovery time of the 2K games is unrealistic, you beat your man in 2K and they're still on top of you and you make them jump and they're still on top of you, totally unreal. 2K is made for casual noob basketballers, too many auto computer help things in the game that makes noobs think they know basketball. It's just too slow, and not a real representation of the game.

    And man that Draft Combine is fake as can be. Since when is a fast break a bad shot? How do I get a "good pass" then a "bad pass" in the same pass? Lol. Since when is a personal foul being a bad teammate? Since when is attacking the paint a bad shot, foul drawn or not? So fake.

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I do play bball bro – ballers untite! I agree with EA being awesome and 2k being foir beginners. Why the hate?

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I do play bball bro – ballers untite! I agree with EA being awesome and 2k being foir beginners. Why the hate?

  • EARoxyesthatisanX

    I do play bball bro – ballers untite! I agree with EA being awesome and 2k being foir beginners. Why the hate?

  • swizzy

    @PASTA

    u gots 2 help ME

    i bin baned off 2K site an i dont NO wut 2 dew wif muh LYFE

    dis da WORSEST dai N historie

    holla atcha boi :`<

  • swizzy

    @PASTA

    u gots 2 help ME

    i bin baned off 2K site an i dont NO wut 2 dew wif muh LYFE

    dis da WORSEST dai N historie

    holla atcha boi :`<

  • swizzy

    @PASTA

    u gots 2 help ME

    i bin baned off 2K site an i dont NO wut 2 dew wif muh LYFE

    dis da WORSEST dai N historie

    holla atcha boi :`<

  • broy

    this is not for u arcade playing, nba live buying players…its challenging! bye :)

  • broy

    this is not for u arcade playing, nba live buying players…its challenging! bye :)

  • broy

    this is not for u arcade playing, nba live buying players…its challenging! bye :)

  • kaip

    i see some got their player to 99? how the helll!? does anyone know…my ratings like 44 :( oh yea i deleted my player in the hard drive and now im starting fresh…must figure this out!

  • kaip

    i see some got their player to 99? how the helll!? does anyone know…my ratings like 44 :( oh yea i deleted my player in the hard drive and now im starting fresh…must figure this out!

  • kaip

    i see some got their player to 99? how the helll!? does anyone know…my ratings like 44 :( oh yea i deleted my player in the hard drive and now im starting fresh…must figure this out!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Probably an exploit, I'd imagine 2K would delete them off the server.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Probably an exploit, I'd imagine 2K would delete them off the server.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/pastapadre pastapadre

    Probably an exploit, I'd imagine 2K would delete them off the server.

  • Codered

    I purchased the combine thinkin' it would be a cool challenge, however, it turned out to be complete bull, why is it that you cant hit a wide open shot? I play basketball everyday and im not even close to going to the NBA, but i still make more three point shots than my created player. Its unrealistic in the sense that a future NBA prospect is unable to hit an open shot.

    Its dumb that you cant fill the ratings the way you want rather than a preset rating. Also whats the point of all this why would you want to enter yourself into the 2K10 draft being 44 overall at the most??

    It has potential but its far from being a good/worthwhile feature.

  • Codered

    I purchased the combine thinkin' it would be a cool challenge, however, it turned out to be complete bull, why is it that you cant hit a wide open shot? I play basketball everyday and im not even close to going to the NBA, but i still make more three point shots than my created player. Its unrealistic in the sense that a future NBA prospect is unable to hit an open shot.

    Its dumb that you cant fill the ratings the way you want rather than a preset rating. Also whats the point of all this why would you want to enter yourself into the 2K10 draft being 44 overall at the most??

    It has potential but its far from being a good/worthwhile feature.

  • Codered

    I purchased the combine thinkin' it would be a cool challenge, however, it turned out to be complete bull, why is it that you cant hit a wide open shot? I play basketball everyday and im not even close to going to the NBA, but i still make more three point shots than my created player. Its unrealistic in the sense that a future NBA prospect is unable to hit an open shot.

    Its dumb that you cant fill the ratings the way you want rather than a preset rating. Also whats the point of all this why would you want to enter yourself into the 2K10 draft being 44 overall at the most??

    It has potential but its far from being a good/worthwhile feature.

  • Evan

    While I respect your opinion I just have to say after reading the impressions, are you serious? Guys it's a $5 game, are you people really nitpicking a $5 game? Wow. No atmosphere, it's the draft combine…have you ever even seen a draft combine? Lol, there's pretty much no one there. Like I said It's your opinion,cool whatever, but you can't be serious acting as if you paid $60 for the game and dissect every little thing, 2k even said it was not going to be anywhere really close to how nba 2k10 is.

    Some of you guys are unbelievable….lol talking negative about a $5 game…if I pay $5 for a game I'm just happy it works…

  • Evan

    While I respect your opinion I just have to say after reading the impressions, are you serious? Guys it's a $5 game, are you people really nitpicking a $5 game? Wow. No atmosphere, it's the draft combine…have you ever even seen a draft combine? Lol, there's pretty much no one there. Like I said It's your opinion,cool whatever, but you can't be serious acting as if you paid $60 for the game and dissect every little thing, 2k even said it was not going to be anywhere really close to how nba 2k10 is.

    Some of you guys are unbelievable….lol talking negative about a $5 game…if I pay $5 for a game I'm just happy it works…

  • Evan

    While I respect your opinion I just have to say after reading the impressions, are you serious? Guys it's a $5 game, are you people really nitpicking a $5 game? Wow. No atmosphere, it's the draft combine…have you ever even seen a draft combine? Lol, there's pretty much no one there. Like I said It's your opinion,cool whatever, but you can't be serious acting as if you paid $60 for the game and dissect every little thing, 2k even said it was not going to be anywhere really close to how nba 2k10 is.

    Some of you guys are unbelievable….lol talking negative about a $5 game…if I pay $5 for a game I'm just happy it works…

  • jrr

    It's not that hard to get a good rating I avg an A+ over 6 games & if you look at the stat book My numbers are pretty low. You just have to play like you would in a real game.

  • jrr

    It's not that hard to get a good rating I avg an A+ over 6 games & if you look at the stat book My numbers are pretty low. You just have to play like you would in a real game.

  • jrr

    It's not that hard to get a good rating I avg an A+ over 6 games & if you look at the stat book My numbers are pretty low. You just have to play like you would in a real game.

  • mjs

    this post said nothing about live
    so please go somewhere with that shit

  • mjs

    this post said nothing about live
    so please go somewhere with that shit

  • mjs

    this post said nothing about live
    so please go somewhere with that shit

  • Shairon

    To start over all you have to do is delete the save data (not the game) from your 360 hard drive. oh and i;m sorry if someone already posted this.

  • Shairon

    To start over all you have to do is delete the save data (not the game) from your 360 hard drive. oh and i;m sorry if someone already posted this.

  • Shairon

    To start over all you have to do is delete the save data (not the game) from your 360 hard drive. oh and i;m sorry if someone already posted this.

  • RicCutta

    I agree with you on That, you have to know the Basics… Most of these fools just want to have the Game handed to them and just step on the scene with a 99 overall rating… this is a pretty damn good game, I'm addicted to the gameplay cause It's Realistic… I'm a slashing 3 and I'm projected to go 1 overall in the 2nd round nothin less then A reviews

  • RicCutta

    I agree with you on That, you have to know the Basics… Most of these fools just want to have the Game handed to them and just step on the scene with a 99 overall rating… this is a pretty damn good game, I'm addicted to the gameplay cause It's Realistic… I'm a slashing 3 and I'm projected to go 1 overall in the 2nd round nothin less then A reviews

  • RicCutta

    I agree with you on That, you have to know the Basics… Most of these fools just want to have the Game handed to them and just step on the scene with a 99 overall rating… this is a pretty damn good game, I'm addicted to the gameplay cause It's Realistic… I'm a slashing 3 and I'm projected to go 1 overall in the 2nd round nothin less then A reviews

  • Ob3

    who has a created baller on 90

  • Ob3

    who has a created baller on 90

  • Ob3

    who has a created baller on 90

  • Bruce L

    Its 2 funny to hear people bitch and moan about a $5 game. The object isnt to be an all out NBA game. Its to create a prospect and try and improve his draft status. Pasta dont be offended when i say this but your just not a good 2K player. Your numbers were terrible. The object is to get an A+ teammate rating. Your rating started out bad because you picked a "slashing" Type player. They arent more versatile then an all around player. The concept is to play a good team game but there is room for you to shine and you get points for doing so. through 3 games my player has averaged 29 points 6boards and 5 assist per game. Im projected as a 2nd rd 7th pick right now with an overall rating of 49. You just dont know basketball dude.

  • Bruce L

    Its 2 funny to hear people bitch and moan about a $5 game. The object isnt to be an all out NBA game. Its to create a prospect and try and improve his draft status. Pasta dont be offended when i say this but your just not a good 2K player. Your numbers were terrible. The object is to get an A+ teammate rating. Your rating started out bad because you picked a "slashing" Type player. They arent more versatile then an all around player. The concept is to play a good team game but there is room for you to shine and you get points for doing so. through 3 games my player has averaged 29 points 6boards and 5 assist per game. Im projected as a 2nd rd 7th pick right now with an overall rating of 49. You just dont know basketball dude.

  • Bruce L

    Its 2 funny to hear people bitch and moan about a $5 game. The object isnt to be an all out NBA game. Its to create a prospect and try and improve his draft status. Pasta dont be offended when i say this but your just not a good 2K player. Your numbers were terrible. The object is to get an A+ teammate rating. Your rating started out bad because you picked a "slashing" Type player. They arent more versatile then an all around player. The concept is to play a good team game but there is room for you to shine and you get points for doing so. through 3 games my player has averaged 29 points 6boards and 5 assist per game. Im projected as a 2nd rd 7th pick right now with an overall rating of 49. You just dont know basketball dude.

  • Wiseman2510

    How does people get 99 on there i couldnt get mine past 41 lol…add me on live if you can answer this! wiseman2510

  • Wiseman2510

    How does people get 99 on there i couldnt get mine past 41 lol…add me on live if you can answer this! wiseman2510

  • Wiseman2510

    How does people get 99 on there i couldnt get mine past 41 lol…add me on live if you can answer this! wiseman2510

  • Sicilian803

    Look…I feel like sure it does get a little frustrating at times ,and sure the over excessive animations can sometimes seem like there cheating you a little .Almost everyone made good points ,but to those who are just whining and bitching let me say this .IT IS JUST A GAME! I'm sure that it is not easy for the simple reason of giving a you challenge to make your skill improve .If you find yourself getting whooped everytime always remember that if you want to start the game over all you have to do is go back to the dashboard and try again .Overall I would say that it is a fantastic game to whom I praise 2k sports .One thing I do not like though is how it takes a tremendous amount of skill points to upgrade anything ,but then again I'm sure you can keep upgrading your guy after your drafted .Cause lets be real…not everybody is going to be Koby or LeBron going into the draft…Sicilian803

  • Sicilian803

    Look…I feel like sure it does get a little frustrating at times ,and sure the over excessive animations can sometimes seem like there cheating you a little .Almost everyone made good points ,but to those who are just whining and bitching let me say this .IT IS JUST A GAME! I'm sure that it is not easy for the simple reason of giving a you challenge to make your skill improve .If you find yourself getting whooped everytime always remember that if you want to start the game over all you have to do is go back to the dashboard and try again .Overall I would say that it is a fantastic game to whom I praise 2k sports .One thing I do not like though is how it takes a tremendous amount of skill points to upgrade anything ,but then again I'm sure you can keep upgrading your guy after your drafted .Cause lets be real…not everybody is going to be Koby or LeBron going into the draft…Sicilian803

  • Sicilian803

    Look…I feel like sure it does get a little frustrating at times ,and sure the over excessive animations can sometimes seem like there cheating you a little .Almost everyone made good points ,but to those who are just whining and bitching let me say this .IT IS JUST A GAME! I'm sure that it is not easy for the simple reason of giving a you challenge to make your skill improve .If you find yourself getting whooped everytime always remember that if you want to start the game over all you have to do is go back to the dashboard and try again .Overall I would say that it is a fantastic game to whom I praise 2k sports .One thing I do not like though is how it takes a tremendous amount of skill points to upgrade anything ,but then again I'm sure you can keep upgrading your guy after your drafted .Cause lets be real…not everybody is going to be Koby or LeBron going into the draft…Sicilian803

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    THANK YOU!

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  • nasir

    ummmmm EA made the draft combine? Thats interesting because im pretty sure it was made by 2K Games considering that the name of the game is "2K10:Draft Combine". But I could understand if your brain did not process that bit of information.

  • nasir

    ummmmm EA made the draft combine? Thats interesting because im pretty sure it was made by 2K Games considering that the name of the game is "2K10:Draft Combine". But I could understand if your brain did not process that bit of information.

  • nasir

    ummmmm EA made the draft combine? Thats interesting because im pretty sure it was made by 2K Games considering that the name of the game is "2K10:Draft Combine". But I could understand if your brain did not process that bit of information.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Borquette Borquette

    Just got it and I really enjoyed how it focuses on the team aspect of basketball.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Borquette Borquette

    Just got it and I really enjoyed how it focuses on the team aspect of basketball.

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Borquette Borquette

    Just got it and I really enjoyed how it focuses on the team aspect of basketball.

  • n T

    i agree completely. I was dissapointed with madden 09 since i had 08 and seeing as they expect us to pay for newer features I quit the franchise completey. I however enjoyed the game but it requires many hours of gameplay to get down correctly. this game is really for those hardcore 2k fans that will gruel it out

  • n T

    i agree completely. I was dissapointed with madden 09 since i had 08 and seeing as they expect us to pay for newer features I quit the franchise completey. I however enjoyed the game but it requires many hours of gameplay to get down correctly. this game is really for those hardcore 2k fans that will gruel it out

  • n T

    i agree completely. I was dissapointed with madden 09 since i had 08 and seeing as they expect us to pay for newer features I quit the franchise completey. I however enjoyed the game but it requires many hours of gameplay to get down correctly. this game is really for those hardcore 2k fans that will gruel it out

  • max

    I will try that

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