ESPN NBA 2K10 Preview

by pastapadre
Posted August 31st, 2009 at 3:57 pm

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ESPN has posted up a full detailed preview for NBA 2K10. Elements of the game discussed include the new player ratings spread, partnership with 82games.com, CPU AI, and the change in how turbo is dealt with. There is also a lot about the Association and My Player modes. What really separates this preview from any others is the insight into the gameplay experience. Click here to read the full preview.

I recently had the chance to play the preview build on the set of the “NBA 2K10″ commercial shoot in Los Angeles. The build was dated Wednesday, Aug. 26, and I was amazed at how everything from the player spacing to the defensive rotations and the way inside shots are contested (virtual Dwight Howard, in particular, swatted virtual Pau Gasol back to Spain) was improved in the latest edition of the franchise.

As good as it all sounds it would still be comforting to get to see some actual gameplay footage, which unfortunately may still be a few weeks away. The Draft Combine offered a taste of the game but is not necessarily indicative of the final 2K10. Interestingly with only five weeks to go we have still not seen the full feature list for either NBA game as they both continue to hold things back to reveal leading up to release.

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Nytecap

HEY!!
Nytecap

HEY!!
http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

1st bitches
http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

1st bitches
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

LOL @ Jerome James getting a 42 overall and Adam Morrison getting a 55. They deserve it. I feel no one should be a 99.
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

LOL @ Jerome James getting a 42 overall and Adam Morrison getting a 55. They deserve it. I feel no one should be a 99.
r00tabaga

Pasta what are you doing… don’t cave into the pressure of showing 2k content…if I had to guess, this game will be great, hopefully the 5v5 is improved

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

"Pasta what are you doing… don't cave into the pressure of showing 2k content…"

-r00tabaga

Im not calling you a douch bag, but that was a douche bag comment.

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

It was a comical way of dealing with 2k-whiners always accusing "how come all we see is EA?!?!?!"
http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

obviously that was just a sarcasm bro, chill.

r00tabaga

Pasta what are you doing… don’t cave into the pressure of showing 2k content…if I had to guess, this game will be great, hopefully the 5v5 is improved

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

"Pasta what are you doing… don't cave into the pressure of showing 2k content…"

-r00tabaga

Im not calling you a douch bag, but that was a douche bag comment.

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

It was a comical way of dealing with 2k-whiners always accusing "how come all we see is EA?!?!?!"
http://intensedebate.com/people/cabrillo24 cabrillo24

obviously that was just a sarcasm bro, chill.

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

Anyone knows if ranked lobby games are back? I really don't like playing against some random guy. I like to play someone I can see their ratings, pings, DNF%. 2K Please bring back Ranked Lobbie Games!
http://intensedebate.com/people/King206 King206

Anyone knows if ranked lobby games are back? I really don't like playing against some random guy. I like to play someone I can see their ratings, pings, DNF%. 2K Please bring back Ranked Lobbie Games!
r00tabaga

Judging from the pics, it appears as if neither company can get Vince Carter to look accurate & the Howard shot was weak… Jamir looked dead on though and the GTA crew is an exciting addition to the series!
r00tabaga

Judging from the pics, it appears as if neither company can get Vince Carter to look accurate & the Howard shot was weak… Jamir looked dead on though and the GTA crew is an exciting addition to the series!
swizzy

if UR not 1ST UR DED LASS
The Truth

OMFG, a 2k post?! What!!!

Kidding aside, I can't wait for 10/6. May even shell out the extra $60 and try Live again. Better take the day off of work…
swizzy

if UR not 1ST UR DED LASS
The Truth

OMFG, a 2k post?! What!!!

Kidding aside, I can't wait for 10/6. May even shell out the extra $60 and try Live again. Better take the day off of work…
sdot

DAMN FAM U JOCKIN MY FRESH

D ORIGINAL is ALWAYS BEST

"if ur NOT 1ST ur LAST"

U CAN'T B ME LIL HOMIE
sdot

DAMN FAM U JOCKIN MY FRESH

D ORIGINAL is ALWAYS BEST

"if ur NOT 1ST ur LAST"

U CAN'T B ME LIL HOMIE
sdot

roota

4 WUT ITZ WORTH da guy who did da PREVIEW @ OS sed 2K's D-How looked FAR MORE LIFE LIKE den Live's version

& he's da Live cover boy CHEA

sdot is a fool

learn to speak correctly. dont type your stupid nigger ebonics speek. You sound like the uneducated jackass that you are…

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

sdot is a fool: Why are you gonna bust on him for "learning to speak correctly" when your shit isn't even correct yourself?! You jackass! OK, learn to use capitals to start sentences. Use two spaces to seperate two sentences. Use punctuation when you abbreviate two words like don't. Fool-

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

At least he's understandable. Two spaces to "seperate" [sic] sentences? What's that about?

Anyway… sdot and morons like him are proof of the coming Idiocracy & he doesn't contribute anything worthwhile.

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

Why are you gonna bust on him for "learning to speak correctly" when your shit isn't even correct yourself?! You jackass! OK, learn to use capitals to start sentences. Use two spaces to seperate two sentences. Use punctuation when you abbreviate two words like don't. Fool-

redsoxrox

stfu and go back to school you monkey.

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

you are an ignorant bastard…very sad
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

redsoxsux: you are an ignorant bastard…very sad

sdot

roota

4 WUT ITZ WORTH da guy who did da PREVIEW @ OS sed 2K's D-How looked FAR MORE LIFE LIKE den Live's version

& he's da Live cover boy CHEA

sdot is a fool

learn to speak correctly. dont type your stupid nigger ebonics speek. You sound like the uneducated jackass that you are…

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

Why are you gonna bust on him for "learning to speak correctly" when your shit isn't even correct yourself?! You jackass! OK, learn to use capitals to start sentences. Use two spaces to seperate two sentences. Use punctuation when you abbreviate two words like don't. Fool-
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

sdot is a fool: Why are you gonna bust on him for "learning to speak correctly" when your shit isn't even correct yourself?! You jackass! OK, learn to use capitals to start sentences. Use two spaces to seperate two sentences. Use punctuation when you abbreviate two words like don't. Fool-

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

At least he's understandable. Two spaces to "seperate" [sic] sentences? What's that about?

Anyway… sdot and morons like him are proof of the coming Idiocracy & he doesn't contribute anything worthwhile.

redsoxrox

stfu and go back to school you monkey.

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

you are an ignorant bastard…very sad
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/r00tabaga r00tabaga

redsoxsux: you are an ignorant bastard…very sad

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

gameplay video, anyone….. anyone?

Anonymous

here you go: http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi…

i have been beggin pasta to post this for a week now, but he refuses! i even sent him two emails!!

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

Thats not really classified as a gameplay video though. I want to see an actual gameplay vid is what I mean, which would be provided by 2K to it's community, something they have yet to do.I wouldn't really get mad at Padre over this video since it's nothing really special (it's cool don't get me wrong) it's just that at this point with everything EA has posted 2K could stand to show it's fans a gameplay video.

Anonymous

yea but usually 2k doesn't release as much info gameplay video-wise as EA. They make a great game every year without all the marketing and showing off bullshit features.

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

gameplay video, anyone….. anyone?

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

here you go: http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi…

i have been beggin pasta to post this for a week now, but he refuses! i even sent him two emails!!

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

Thats not really classified as a gameplay video though. I want to see an actual gameplay vid is what I mean, which would be provided by 2K to it's community, something they have yet to do.

I wouldn't really get mad at Padre over this video since it's nothing really special (it's cool don't get me wrong) it's just that at this point with everything EA has posted 2K could stand to show it's fans a gameplay video.

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

yea but usually 2k doesn't release as much info gameplay video-wise as EA. They make a great game every year without all the marketing and showing off bullshit features.

gbrown4

Damn!! I might have to rent both then choose one to buy later still leaning towards buying 2k10
gbrown4

Damn!! I might have to rent both then choose one to buy later still leaning towards buying 2k10
Anonymous

thank you!! you finally gave 2k some love!!! now for that kobe gameplay video of gamespot! please post it!
http://intensedebate.com/people/deepen03 deepen03

thank you!! you finally gave 2k some love!!! now for that kobe gameplay video of gamespot! please post it!
AI3

that d-how doesn't look better than live's….probably just that angle tho
AI3

that d-how doesn't look better than live's….probably just that angle tho
sdot

yes dat angle DOESN'T

but in da PREVIEW @ OS he had HANDS TIME wit da gm which means he seen it @ ALL angles 2 make his DECISION

& he sed ADVANTAGE 2K
sdot

yes dat angle DOESN'T

but in da PREVIEW @ OS he had HANDS TIME wit da gm which means he seen it @ ALL angles 2 make his DECISION

& he sed ADVANTAGE 2K
NELL86

Wow now thats what im talking about if this game plays how it sounds i wil be in hoops heaven thats impressive the boy james puff his cheeks out wow spacing better d this will be a great hoop season now lets see them demos
NELL86

Wow now thats what im talking about if this game plays how it sounds i wil be in hoops heaven thats impressive the boy james puff his cheeks out wow spacing better d this will be a great hoop season now lets see them demos
Joe

2K10 is going to be my pick because of gameplay and "Association" mode. I have no knock against NBA Live 10, it will probably be a good game. I always liked 2K and from what I've been reading about the additions they have made this year the games sounds amazing. Can't wait until 10/6. Thanks Pasta.
Joe

2K10 is going to be my pick because of gameplay and "Association" mode. I have no knock against NBA Live 10, it will probably be a good game. I always liked 2K and from what I've been reading about the additions they have made this year the games sounds amazing. Can't wait until 10/6. Thanks Pasta.
redsoxrox

yeah dude hes annoying.
redsoxrox

yeah dude hes annoying.
vick7eagles

Whatever demo better between Live or 2k I am buying no matter what.
vick7eagles

Whatever demo better between Live or 2k I am buying no matter what.
GSNY

cant waitttt!!!
GSNY

cant waitttt!!!
EAFBM

looks like shit

fuck this game

yeah it does

EAFBM

looks like shit

fuck this game

yeah it does

http://www.jd-shoes.com/ jordan 6 rings

I really don't like playing against some random guy. I like to play someone I can see their ratings, pings.
http://www.jd-shoes.com jordan 6 rings

I really don't like playing against some random guy. I like to play someone I can see their ratings, pings.
Anonymous

gameplay video if anyone wants it:

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

gameplay video if anyone wants to see it:

” target=”_blank”>http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi…
http://intensedebate.com/people/deepen03 deepen03

gameplay video if anyone wants it:

http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/nba2k10/vi…
http://www.intensedebate.com/people/deepen03 deepen03

gameplay video if anyone wants to see it:

swizzy

i B gittin LIVE b-cuz 2K BANED me frum dey 4-rums

aint NO-1 frum da HOOD gitting 2K now

ADVANTAGE EA

swizzy

i B gittin LIVE b-cuz 2K BANED me frum dey 4-rums

aint NO-1 frum da HOOD gitting 2K now

ADVANTAGE EA