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What it is
NBA 2K19 is a basketball simulation from Visual Concepts, released in 2018. Its MyCAREER story follows a player’s path from China to the G League and eventually the NBA, with endorsements linked to popularity and team-chemistry elements. The Takeover feature unlocks special moves and abilities for a MyPLAYER, while Team Takeover lets the squad use its collective power. The game also includes MyTEAM, where players build a card collection and compete in modes such as Unlimited. However, the listed online services for both MyTEAM and The Neighborhood have been discontinued. Other described Neighborhood activities include streetball, the Jordan Rec Center and live events. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, shared or split-screen play, achievements, controller support, cloud saves, in-app purchases, and Remote Play options. It is listed for Windows, with Family Sharing support.
What players like, and what they don't
- MyCAREER story mode
- Takeover and Team Takeover features
- Shared or split-screen play
- Full controller support
- Family Sharing
- Neighborhood online service discontinued
- MyTEAM online service discontinued
- In-app purchases listed
- Windows is the only listed platform
Who it suits
It suits players interested in basketball career progression, creating a MyPLAYER and team-based play. Note that the listed Neighborhood and MyTEAM online services are discontinued.
NBA 2K19 offers career progression, player abilities and basketball modes, but its Neighborhood and MyTEAM online services are discontinued. Windows is its listed platform.
