NBA 2K11 Developer Insight: "Jordan Challenge" - Some Historic Teams Announced

[Rocboyz101]

Quote: Originally Posted by DaveDQ

We have to keep in focus that this is not a "legends" game. The inclusion of these classic teams is an added peripheral to what is a modern day, present NBA video game. There are a lot of potential classic teams and match-ups I'd like to see, but I understand that's just not going to happen. After a while though, we are going to start seeing comments like, "Ok, how about present day teams. Please tell me you nailed their signature shots etc." I think 2K is wise in introducing this information in the earlier insights. This leaves room for further insights to touch on the core of NBA 2K11. I think it's a great start though. We still have the revamped broadcast presentation, plans for online etc. It's gearing up to be a very exciting title.

totally agree

[RIZDRAVER]

Quote: Originally Posted by wilson2k11

I really hope they have the classic stadiums too, and wheres the bad boy Pistons from the 80s, be awesome playing at the Silverdome for a Pistons Celtics game.

The Pistons Game for the Challenge is Game 3 which was in Chicago. I think they included that game because almost all of the Challenges have the Bulls on the road. Suffice to say, I think there's a high chance the Silverdome will not be in the game.

Another weird thing is that the Bulls LOST that Game 3 when Jordan had 47. But the goal in the Challenge is to WIN the game, lol. 2K needs to polish up on their history.

[jrivera34]

My brother and I are going to have some classic online battles with bulls vs Knicks! After that I will take pleasure in beating down the big 3 in Miami. I wonder if 2k knew lebron's decision and had to find a way to make online playable :-)

[DaoudS]

Marketing Jordan will work on the casual fans, who are the large customer base for 2K, but it isn't working for me. Classic teams, different era Jordans just seem like one big marketing ploy that will make the game remain stagnant.

OS users have been creating classic teams, players and in the case of PC gamers, jerseys and stadiums as well. What 2K is doing all bull ****, in my opinion.

[RIZDRAVER]

Quote: Originally Posted by DaoudS

Marketing Jordan will work on the casual fans, who are the large customer base for 2K, but it isn't working for me. Classic teams, different era Jordans just seem like one big marketing ploy that will make the game remain stagnant. OS users have been creating classic teams, players and in the case of PC gamers, jerseys and stadiums as well. What 2K is doing all bull ****, in my opinion.

Haha. The one's that have been clamoring for classic teams the most are the hardcore basketball fans! You really think it's casual fans that want Anthony Mason and Vinnie Johnson included in the game? It's all of the 25-40 yr old basketball die-hards. How is including a classic teams mode hurting the overall game. There are a TON of new announcements planned about gameplay.

[DaoudS]

Quote: Originally Posted by RIZDRAVER

Haha. The one's that have been clamoring for classic teams the most are the hardcore basketball fans! You really think it's casual fans that want Anthony Mason and Vinnie Johnson included in the game? It's all of the 25-40 yr old basketball die-hards. How is including a classic teams mode hurting the overall game. There are a TON of new announcements planned about gameplay.

There is a reason they didn't even mention historic teams in the trailer, because the people that matter wouldn't really care for them. All they want is Jordan.

[BezO]

94-95 Knicks? I'll take it.

Hopefully 2K has the defense to replicate them.

Woulda been cool to see early 90s Knicks. That's when the rivalry was at its best.

[Laimbeer]

Well, we do have the Bad Boy Pistons in. So you can play with the only team to have a winning playoff record against Jordan and the Bulls.

Knicks fans HAD to appreciate those Pistons teams. Pat Riley brought the bad boy blue print to NY with him for goodness sake.