NBA 2K14 Impressions, Videos and Q&A From the Vegas EXPO (JasonWilliams55)

[poloelite]

Quote: Originally Posted by Melbournelad

A new mode? You would of thought they could have paid attention to the existing modes glaring issues first before creating another one...

The guys we talked to play the game as much as we do and they're more than aware of the issues we have with the current modes. Current gen is/was capped on memory so it didn't leave room for massive improvements and additions. I was assured by Chris/LD2K that next gen doesn't have such restrictions so a lot of legacy issues can be addressed, while not sacrificing additions that will take the title forward in exciting new ways.

[MarvinOida]

Quote: Originally Posted by poloelite

The guys we talked to play the game as much as we do and they're more than aware of the issues we have with the current modes. Current gen is/was capped on memory so it didn't leave room for massive improvements and additions. I was assured by Chris/LD2K that next gen doesn't have such restrictions so a lot of legacy issues can be addressed, while not sacrificing additions that will take the title forward in exciting new ways.

When I read this, I always think RAM, when really I should assume disk space. Right? But I hope we see more improvements cause obviously its a jump from 9GB to 25GB (dual-layer to Blu-Ray)

[poloelite]

Quote: Originally Posted by eaterofworlds888

Great stuff. Can't wait for the demo. I think I've decided to get current gen. Maybe for Christmas though. I usually get it on launch day but I've got so many games I want to get and limited funds.

Yo, this is the one man. Playing it felt like the culmination of 3 great games (11, 12 and 13) all rolled in one, rather than a money grab before they move on to greener pastures. I think it's evident in the marketing strategy. They wouldn't spend dollars on this one if it was just throw away game that they could allocate to next gen. They are purposely putting off next gen info, because current gen is about to drop the final gem. I'm a defensive guy and the game finally felt tuned and balanced with what was at your disposal on both sides of the ball. I just wouldn't want you to miss out on what could be the defining game of this generation on day 1. Chris/LD2K did tell me that both games will be basketball sims that can stand on their own and bball heads would want to have both in their catalogs. I can't confirm next gen is a keeper myself yet, but everything is pointing in that direction for current gen.

[poloelite]

Quote: Originally Posted by www.Coach2K.com

I love the game already and so I'm sure ill enjoy this one. My only concern is these are the two best teams with good defensive skills already. Just hoping they rep my Pacers well as well as all the other teams. Once I get a feel for that, then I'll feel better. It's prob to late to ask Jwill but I was wondering if they are finally satisfied with where all the controls are because as an older player I'm hoping I don't have to keep relearning that every year - arthritis and all lol.

I don't think any of us asked if this was the end of the controls merry go round, but I got the feeling that it could be only minor tweaks from here. The way you can string dribbles together and then into shots is all done naturally with no modifier needed. That translates to no delay in motion (if you're good enough) from beating a guy off the dribble to finishing the play with the same initial advantage. They also finally balanced it with defensive moves, techniques, animations, blocking and crowding sequences that can disrupt an offense if you time it correctly, just like in real life.

[stizz]

Is this new mode a playable mode? Maybe it could be something like spectator mode?


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[stillfeelme]

Quote: Originally Posted by www.Coach2K.com

I love the game already and so I'm sure ill enjoy this one. My only concern is these are the two best teams with good defensive skills already. Just hoping they rep my Pacers well as well as all the other teams. Once I get a feel for that, then I'll feel better. It's prob to late to ask Jwill but I was wondering if they are finally satisfied with where all the controls are because as an older player I'm hoping I don't have to keep relearning that every year - arthritis and all lol.

I think they will get your team right. Some of these things will apply for all teams. With all the defensive improvements they made. Pacers have a rim protector, an elite perimeter defender in George. I think you may get playoff Hibbert. Your Pacer's will have problems on offense and bench but probably little problems on defense.

[Lid]

Quote: Originally Posted by www.Coach2K.com

I love the game already and so I'm sure ill enjoy this one. My only concern is these are the two best teams with good defensive skills already. Just hoping they rep my Pacers well as well as all the other teams. Once I get a feel for that, then I'll feel better. It's prob to late to ask Jwill but I was wondering if they are finally satisfied with where all the controls are because as an older player I'm hoping I don't have to keep relearning that every year - arthritis and all lol.

i'd like to say i'm good with the control changes, but i cant because i DESPISE playing on tat sideline veiw, and the controls were still relative to that view. So i couldnt get comfortable with the new controls due to it not being on 2k view. BUT for me always changing the controls is annoying. i kinda feel like the changes arent necessarily progressive, its like a lateral move, just to change something.

i'm still on the fence about buying the game day 1. i dont play the cpu much, so i need to see more user v user games. because user v user is where a lot of the shenanigans happens.

[Sundown]

Quote: Originally Posted by MarvinOida

When I read this, I always think RAM, when really I should assume disk space. Right? But I hope we see more improvements cause obviously its a jump from 9GB to 25GB (dual-layer to Blu-Ray)

It's probably RAM in most cases unless we're talking about audio and graphical additions. You can see how hard up 2K is on ram by playing a full 48 minute game. You get incomplete and janky gametrack log. Or maybe it's just a bug as I see the replay in the player highlights but not in the log.

It's a bummer because sometimes I want to go back and save a phenomenal or rare play. Can't wait to start saving a bunch on next-gen.