NBA 2K11 Gameplay Video: Denver Nuggets vs. Orlando Magic

[Boilerbuzz]

Quote: Originally Posted by Jano

This is why I try to leave all my nitpicks and gripes out of my posts on videos because there will always be 10 other guys that point it out anyway. And really it just ruins my enjoyment of the video I'm at the point now where I may watch a vid once or twice then I'm done. I'm past those days of trying to analyze every piece of the vid, I just enjoy the video and be done with it...

Don't get me wrong, I think good, strong, constructive criticism is more than welcome. But when folks come with the "it looks like last year" mess, I can guarantee you that the devs hit the mute button. When useful critiques get drowned out by that sort of thing, what starts out as giving folks a peak at the game becomes feeding piranha your right hand. Seriously. This is NOT a comparison of the two games, but look at what has happened with Elite's videos. Where are they? As I said on the Elite board, give these dudes credit for putting themselves out there. When you're teaching your kids, you don't just tell them what they're doing wrong. Again, in NO way should this thread be a lovefest because it shouldn't be. The game is not and will never be perfect. We all saw the positive impact of noting issues like the bank shots. But the good and bad should mirror what's actually there. And I don't think the thread reflects that. But that's just my opinion. From my seat, NBA2K11 is far better than 2K10 - whether you liked or disliked 2K10...

[JCEVO]

That video was awesome.solid gameplay. 2k is looking to be the best again

[TUSS11]

Quote: Originally Posted by ifriedrice

Follow Afflalo as he hustles back on defence at the beginning. That's pretty bad AI. He's supposed to protect the basket, but instead he focuses solely on Nelson as Carter receives the pass for the open dunk. Same ol' AI issues for 2K. No wonder the CPU has always thrown lead passes for easy baskets.

[JerseySuave4]

Quote: Originally Posted by Boilerbuzz

Well thanks to some, I'd be surprised if they show anymore. Its one thing to be constructively critical and I'm sure they welcome that. But some folks go beyond that to sheer nitpicking and just seem to want to pick everything apart. When it gets to the point where people criticize every aspect of the game that doesn't look exactly how they want it, or extrapolate issues such as control even though they haven't picked up a controller yet, what does the developer have to gain by releasing more videos? If all you do is generate angst by doing something, you stop doing it unless you're cruel or an idiot.

we've seen from interaction from the Madden guys, the NCAA guys and even the 2k guys that when they post a video and people point things out, they look into them a little more and decide if they need to be fixed. Theres a reason they put the videos out, so we can see how the development is coming along and to get some feedback so they get a feel for the things people are looking at and they can focus their attention on those aspects. We've seen things in Madden, NCAA and 2k get corrected or fixed based on feedback from the community so even if it may seem like nitpicking to some, it can be useful for the people making the game. Now the criticism that some people say like "it looks like last year" isnt useful but then again this is a place for people to express their opinion and thats just the way they feel.

[Boilerbuzz]

Quote: Originally Posted by mrnoobie

now that im home i can finally listen to this vid....I LOVE IT! i feel they caught the atmosphere this year its just the way how the sound reverbs from the arena MUCH MUCH more realistic...i really cant wait for the insight for the sound...im an audiophile, my PC is set up with 5.1 surround sound...unfortunately though for the past 2 years the PC version of NBA2k didnt get any love from the sound department As much as people hate Kellogg the commentary was seemless...sounds like a real broadcast the way these to interact now...very natural overall i am really impressed in the sound department of the game hopefully they captured playoff atmosphere and certain players getting booed in certain arenas...looking at YOU Bron!

I agree. In my opinion, audio has always felt "behind" other aspects of the game. I don't like some of the sound effects. I hate how verbose the commentary gets. Yes it seems more alive. But its TOO alive. I don't need Kevin to tell me that Dwight Howard receives the pass EVERY TIME he gets a pass. Shut the hell up already! But they try to keep the audio fresh and engaging. I hate Mario-running with a passion and I still see more than I want to see, but I'm not going to sit here and cry that it's the same as last year because there is significantly less of it.

[JCEVO]

Quote: Originally Posted by Boilerbuzz

Don't get me wrong, I think good, strong, constructive criticism is more than welcome. But when folks come with the "it looks like last year" mess, I can guarantee you that the devs hit the mute button. When useful critiques get drowned out by that sort of thing, what starts out as giving folks a peak at the game becomes feeding piranha your right hand. Seriously. This is NOT a comparison of the two games, but look at what has happened with Elite's videos. Where are they? As I said on the Elite board, give these dudes credit for putting themselves out there. When you're teaching your kids, you don't just tell them what they're doing wrong. Again, in NO way should this thread be a lovefest because it shouldn't be. The game is not and will never be perfect. We all saw the positive impact of noting issues like the bank shots. But the good and bad should mirror what's actually there. And I don't think the thread reflects that. But that's just my opinion. From my seat, NBA2K11 is far better than 2K10 - whether you liked or disliked 2K10...

Great posts man. Totally agree with you. Both game will never be perfect but I know 2k gone be crown king once again

[Boilerbuzz]

Quote: Originally Posted by JerseySuave4

we've seen from interaction from the Madden guys, the NCAA guys and even the 2k guys that when they post a video and people point things out, they look into them a little more and decide if they need to be fixed. Theres a reason they put the videos out, so we can see how the development is coming along and to get some feedback so they get a feel for the things people are looking at and they can focus their attention on those aspects. We've seen things in Madden, NCAA and 2k get corrected or fixed based on feedback from the community so even if it may seem like nitpicking to some, it can be useful for the people making the game. Now the criticism that some people say like "it looks like last year" isnt useful but then again this is a place for people to express their opinion and thats just the way they feel.

Well the main goal is to get people excited for the game. If the goal was to use this a 'beta' tool then 1) it's too late because the game needs to be done done by now, and 2) its pointless because actually playing the game is significantly different from watching videos. But you agree with my point that good, fair criticism are eagerly accepted. And the community is here for folks to express themselves.

[RipCity71252]

Quote: Originally Posted by RubenDouglas

alot was different. I dont think I saw one slow animation in the gamescon stuff yet in this short clip, multiple instances.. Once again, we may never know until the game is released.. Grain of salt type horse blinder stuff until the 5th.

Some of the dunks and gathers inside were a bit slow and floaty in the demo as well.

Hopefully it can be ironed out before or shortly after release.