2K Sports Announces Jay-Z as NBA 2K13 Executive Producer, 24 Song Soundtrack Included

[aholbert32]

Quote: Originally Posted by daytonanerd

I would hope 2K acknowledges OSers and says what impact Jay-Z has on the game besides music ASAP. Otherwise, I see some OSers producing gore in California.

If I was 2k I wouldnt even respond. Most of the people in here complaining will still buy the game. Alot will change their tune after the gameplay related announcement. This "backlash" wouldnt change my approach at all if I was 2k.

[jersez]

Quote: Originally Posted by King_B_Mack

Seriously though man, I'm honestly sick of hearing about real time physics. How many people that are casual gamers actually know what RTP do in order to make that a huge announcement?

I was using rtp as a example, Jesus Christ. How many people are making this a trending topic barely anyone. Please fully read my post before replying because obliviously I need to say this in simple terms.

1. I'm not arguing marketing, I'm stating the fact that jay-z does nothing for this game but sell it. At the end of the day, this means nothing.

2. Nobody is expecting gameplay announcements in august, I'm simply saying that huge gameplay additions are should be announced, I never said Advertised.

3. This is not a disappointment, but isn't worthy of such hype. That's all it is a worthy announcement just not the hype.

those are my points. Got damn

[youvalss]

Quote: Originally Posted by TreyIM2

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Not everyone is proficient with morse. Always post the legend.

[J_Posse]

Quote: Originally Posted by JSensui

I do wonder if this will have a negative effect on 2K's reputation. After this, will people trust 2K anymore? What happens if EA takes this opportunity to give them a huge scare? Very interested in seeing what happens in the next few weeks...

Yeah, the game that doesn't have a cover athlete and had the last one (Durant) bail on them. They need to prove that they can even release a game first.................

[JSensui]

Quote: Originally Posted by JerseySuave4

you guys think the few people that go to OS to talk about 2k have a louder voice and bigger impact than you really do. Partnering with Jay Z will have a positive impact on their reputation not negative. There is nothing negative about this other than you didn't get some gameplay announcement.

Of course I'm not talking about some fan that really only checks up on the game in September. I'm talking about people on OS. What do I care about some casual fan?

And shoot, you never know. The Internet is a powerful tool. If people start hyping Live's gameplay over 2k's...How much would the soundtrack matter?

[stillfeelme]

Quote: Originally Posted by JerseySuave4

Again, what is going to generate more buzz and headlines... announcing real time physics or announcing one of the most famous rappers in the world/ part owner of an NBA franchise is helping? You guys are thinking from the mindset of a hardcore gamer. That's stuff they can announce later but won't generate many headlines outside of hardcore gamers. As i type this a Jay Z Budweiser commercial is playing

2K is thinking outside the box with this one. I think this is part of the bait that can reel in more casual fans. What person in the entertainment field can bring credibility to entertainment and basketball at the same time without it looking forced. This list is very short and how many in that list are affilated with a NBA franchise. Jay-z is a combo of street cred, pop cred (casual approved, Ophrah,) and business approved. What people forget is although this is a sim basketball game it is still entertainment just like the NBA is a sport but it is entertainment from us the fans. Then you add that hip hop and basketball go hand in hand poof you get Jay-z.

I don't think 2K is leaving us hardcore gameplay Sim heads out to dry. LD2K already mentioned it. You don't market gameplay improvements as announcements because that is not going to draw a buzz. The gameplay is the backbone and will not be revealed until later on based off what 2K has done in the past. I don't see that changing. I am actually interested in what new game modes are brought in by having Jay-z

[JerseySuave4]

Quote: Originally Posted by daytonanerd

I would hope 2K acknowledges OSers and says what impact Jay-Z has on the game besides music ASAP. Otherwise, I see some OSers producing gore in California.

Quote: Originally Posted by JSensui

3. True basketball fans don't care about the franchise name. 2k needs some competition. I'm sure you agree?

i don't care about the franchise name, i care about the quality of the game. EA hasn't made a quality NBA game in a long time so i have 0 faith that they are going to come back and make a killer game. Competition is nice, but i didn't enjoy the NBA 2k any less during EA's hiatus.

[JSensui]

Quote: Originally Posted by J_Posse512

Yeah, the game that doesn't have a cover athlete and had the last one (Durant) bail on them. They need to prove that they can even release a game first.................

I LOVE Bill Cosby, bro!

I'm just speculating. Chill out. Who knows what's going on with that game now?