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NBA 2K11 Video: Michael Jordan is Back

10:43 AM - July 22, 2010 by ifriedrice

Don’t Just Play as Mike, Become Him in NBA® 2K11

2K Sports today revealed The Jordan Challenge, a new game mode for the latest iteration of the top rated and top selling basketball simulation franchise*, NBA® 2K11. This new mode will allow players to relive 10 different legendary games from Michael Jordan’s illustrious career and challenge them to replicate what he did on the court in NBA 2K11.

“Fans of the series are going to be thrilled to know that in NBA 2K11 Michael Jordan is much, much more than just a cover athlete,” said Jason Argent, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “We’re excited to start talking about the ways that Michael will be used in the game and there’s still a lot more to come.”

While playing The Jordan Challenge, fans can try to stun the world in Jordan’s self-described greatest game by torching the Cavaliers by 69 points in March of 1990; attempt to battle back from the flu to defeat the Jazz in Game 6 of the 1997 finals; or leave the world wanting more as they relive one of Jordan’s finest performances during his last game as a Chicago Bull on June 14, 1998. In addition to The Jordan Challenge mode, gamers will have the unique opportunity to play as some of the greatest teams in NBA history, including the ‘85-’86, ’89-’90, ’90-’91, ’94-’95, ’95-’96, ’96-’97, and ’97-’98 Chicago Bulls.

NBA 2K11 is not yet rated by the ESRB and will be available October 5, 2010. For more information, please visit www.2ksports.com/nba2k11.

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# 61 Goffs @ 07/22/10 04:20 PM

god i hope they have the courts exactly the same! i mean they cant go all classic and not have the graphics right but then again there were some color and stadiums being wrong in 2k10...cant wait for the developer insight...

# 62 ODogg @ 07/22/10 04:21 PM

I know it sounds dorky but I can't wait to hit 3 pointers with Paxson, LOL

# 63 RIZDRAVER @ 07/22/10 04:23 PM

It will be neat to see the different vinyl playoff and finals logos in each challenge.

For me, even more important about a classic Jordan game is the MUSIC. It would be a shame if 2K didn't pay for the rights to use Rock And Roll Part 1 & 2. You couldn't watch a Bulls playoff game for an entire decade without hearing that song at EVERY pivotal moment.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1J1quMcaR4

# 64 Goffs @ 07/22/10 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by RIZDRAVER


	It will be neat to see the different vinyl playoff and finals logos in each challenge. For me, even more important about a classic Jordan game is the MUSIC. It would be a shame if 2K didn't pay for the rights to use Rock And Roll Part 1 & 2. You couldn't watch a Bulls playoff game for an entire decade without hearing that song at EVERY pivotal moment. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1J1quMcaR4

if its not in you can always add it your self...

# 65 RIZDRAVER @ 07/22/10 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by mrnoobie


	if its not in you can always add it your self...

True. It would just be nice to have it triggered at the specific animations like when he shrugs after the 6th 3-pointer and so on.....

# 66 Rocboyz101 @ 07/22/10 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ODogg


	I know it sounds dorky but I can't wait to hit 3 pointers with Steve Kerr, LOL

# 67 youvalss @ 07/22/10 04:57 PM

ESPN article, not sure if it was posted...

http://espn.go.com/espn/page2/index?id=5401604

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	Because negotiations with certain retired players are ongoing, Argent wouldn't give any specific names. However, he insisted that the company that once tracked down 200-plus retired football players -- everyone from Barry Sanders to Bubby Brister -- to appear in "All-Pro Football 2K8" had done its homework. "We chased down the players we had to have," Argent said. "We have the full starting teams in the game. Most of the bench players. The goal is to have them all. It's been all hands on deck." In a nod to authenticity, player models will sport shorter shorts than their contemporary counterparts. Moreover, Jordan's player model and in-game ratings will change in accordance with the particular playable moment -- over time, he'll become more muscular, with less hair -- while accomplishing certain game play goals, such as making six first-half three-pointers against Portland, will trigger signature animations like Jordan's famous "shrug."

# 68 NINJAK2 @ 07/22/10 05:00 PM

Pleasantly surprised by this. Ronnie actually was right about news being exciting for once. I hope each version of MJ will actually look slightly different (Ex: 80's mj had hair)

# 69 airjoca @ 07/22/10 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Da-Man


	It would be even more awesome if they could get Ray Clay and have the player intros.

This!

Oh my god, the atmosphere. I still get chills when I watch that intro.

# 70 RIZDRAVER @ 07/22/10 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by NINJAK2


	Pleasantly surprised by this. Ronnie actually was right about news being exciting for once. I hope each version of MJ will actually look slightly different (Ex: 80's mj had hair)

LOL. Look one post above you.

# 71 MelMan1486 @ 07/22/10 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RIZDRAVER


	Are you kidding? Do you know how many Jordan fans who have never even bought a bball video game before will buy this game and ONLY play the Jordan challenge - won't even touch combine, association, online play, etc. It's going to be countless people. I posted this on Facebook and already personally know three of them.

Exactly... all it's going to take is that first MJ commerical with him in 2k to skyrocket sales. I showed 2 of my friends this news (who usually just come over and play the copy I buy around playoff time) and they're preordering it today. This game is going to sell like hotcakes to the casual gamer over the age of 22 (or whatever age was fortunate enough to see his games).

# 72 ifriedrice @ 07/22/10 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by youvalss


	ESPN article, not sure if it was posted... http://espn.go.com/espn/page2/index?id=5401604

Great article. Thanks for posting.

Short shorts definitely make the old school games feel more old school.

# 73 youvalss @ 07/22/10 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ifriedrice


	Great article. Thanks for posting. Short shorts definitely make the old school games feel more old school.

Yeah, and seems like most, if not all, the players are in!

# 74 coolio83 @ 07/22/10 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RIZDRAVER


	Are you kidding? Do you know how many Jordan fans who have never even bought a bball video game before will buy this game and ONLY play the Jordan challenge - won't even touch combine, association, online play, etc. It's going to be countless people. I posted this on Facebook and already personally know three of them.

I am one of them, not really a fan of todays NBA but LOVED it as a kid in the 90s, if they got some of the other players (ie Pippen, Malone, Barkley), i would be in heaven, and I know someone mentioned if before but this game needs intros! "From North....Carolina, 6'6" MICHAEL JORDAN! The Bulls are coached by Phil Jackson"

# 75 cjallure24 @ 07/22/10 05:22 PM

I wonder if they will have Bill Cartwright's signature Free Throw style...

# 76 youvalss @ 07/22/10 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cjallure24


	I wonder if they will have Bill Cartwright's signature Free Throw style...

But then they'll have to rate the game M...

# 77 ODogg @ 07/22/10 05:25 PM

Any word if they'll have the Pink Floyd introduction for the Bulls players when they run out??

# 78 youvalss @ 07/22/10 05:26 PM

This is where we need to stop and tell ourselves: "This is just a video game".

# 79 23 @ 07/22/10 05:29 PM

If they have Cartwrights crooked jumper then I dont know what to do

# 80 coolio83 @ 07/22/10 05:29 PM

If Jack Haley is not on the bench as part of the 95-96 team, SO not buying this game!

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