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NBA 2K12 Preview (Part One)

04:28 PM - August 29, 2011 by ChaseB

Steve Bartlett is checking in today with the first of two NBA 2K12 previews we will be running on the site this week. Steve's preview is more focused on the NBA 2K12 Greatest mode, some presentation touches and a couple random insights.

(Later in the week, I will be writing a more in-depth preview focusing more on gameplay and the current NBA -- I had a bit more time with the game than Steve.)

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# 61 Goffs @ 08/30/11 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by DukeC


	Edit: If you had Steam were you able to play online last year for 2k11?

I've read mixed reports but if you do get online the high settings changes to medium or low settings...

I never really tried since i only played the PC version for the mods...

# 62 gabri3l3 @ 08/30/11 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Footballforever


	To be completely Honest, I don't care about current NBA

# 63 Goffs @ 08/30/11 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DukeC


	So it it didn't run smoothly? Or the graphics weren't up to par? Was it only between other Steam users or was it Steamplay (Which I think is between PC and 360 users)?

Not sure. I haven't tried but I remember Ronnie2k tried online and I remember him saying that it was a smooth game.

There is no crossplatform that I'm certain. I even asked this for the wishlist so i can save cash and just get the pc version.

# 64 MurderSheThroat @ 08/30/11 12:02 PM

Hop step is something that real players use, but not like it was utilized in 2K11. It doesn't need to have its own button. When players use the hopstep, they almost always are about to take a quick shot or shoot a quick lay-up or dunk after it. Not hop step 5 feet under the basket, pump fake a bunch, then go up and get fouled. Step back should also be a shot stick shot, and it shouldn't be so easy to make a step back into a jumper unless the player is capable of it. It is really hard to defend that much space, and it's players are anywhere as successful with it as they are in 2K11.

The hop step needs to be moved to the shot stick, and be used a long with the euro-step and spin moves on the shot stick. Also, those moves should only be performed by players capable of doing a eurostep/spin/hop step. Samuel Dalembert should not be eurostepping...

# 65 Knickerbocker @ 08/30/11 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MurderSheThroat


	Hop step is something that real players use, but not like it was utilized in 2K11. It doesn't need to have its own button. When players use the hopstep, they almost always are about to take a quick shot or shoot a quick lay-up or dunk after it. Not hop step 5 feet under the basket, pump fake a bunch, then go up and get fouled. Step back should also be a shot stick shot, and it shouldn't be so easy to make a step back into a jumper unless the player is capable of it. It is really hard to defend that much space, and it's players are anywhere as successful with it as they are in 2K11. The hop step needs to be moved to the shot stick, and be used a long with the euro-step and spin moves on the shot stick. Also, those moves should only be performed by players capable of doing a eurostep/spin/hop step. Samuel Dalembert should not be eurostepping...

My point exactly, no need for it having a button of its own, since its all over the shotstick already anyway.

# 66 TheKasmar @ 08/30/11 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Knickerbocker


	My point exactly, no need for it having a button of its own, since its all over the shotstick already anyway.

What if they do put it on the shotstick and you can still hopstep through defenders all the way to the paint? The improved collision detection and live ball physics should mitigate those problems. The new post up on the Y button is a wild card. I cant wait to see how it works out.

# 67 Money99 @ 08/30/11 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JaySmooov


	I think it's safe to say 2K has converted me. I used t be a devout Live believer, but 2K dispelled everything I thought I knew about basketball games. Haha but seriously, 2K is unstoppable right now. EA better be going hard because a lot of Live fans have that small area in them that wants to go back, but 2K is just SO much deeper, better, realistic.

I think EA might be better off simply going the way of an over-the-top JAM-type game rather than meet 2K head-on with a sim.

I haven't owned a b'ball game since the SNES days but I'm biting the bullet this year.
This game is just too dang deep to pass up. Even though I'm not a basketball fan by anymeans, I like sports and this sim seems to be the best of them all.

See EA, you can cater to the hardcore and non-fans like myself will still come calling.

# 68 Super Glock @ 08/30/11 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Money99


	I think EA might be better off simply going the way of an over-the-top JAM-type game rather than meet 2K head-on with a sim. I haven't owned a b'ball game since the SNES days but I'm biting the bullet this year. This game is just too dang deep to pass up. Even though I'm not a basketball fan by anymeans, I like sports and this sim seems to be the best of them all. See EA, you can cater to the hardcore and non-fans like myself will still come calling.

Nah, Live 10 was on a very good track with some good sim gameplay,they just need to build from that. Can you imagine how good Live could be if they spent the last two years building off of 10. But in saying that I still think 2k is better and is my game of choice.

# 69 Super Glock @ 08/30/11 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Footballforever


	To be completely Honest, I don't care about current NBA, This game Has all the great 90's teams I will be in Heaven, I can stay stuck in the 90's NBA forever Best era EVER!!!!

Amen brother!!!

# 70 Super Glock @ 08/30/11 04:08 PM

What really has me excited about 2K12 is the y button to post up. I've always struggled with the post up in video games but it sounds like it will be so seamless now.

# 71 Pared @ 08/30/11 04:30 PM

Guys - this thread is about 2k - not EA.

As for the hopstep - you can do that on command as a layup, so it is still there to a certain extent.

What they should do is the following:

-left/right on shotstick + LT = hop step in that direction (like it already is)
-a second flick is required in that direction equates to a finish at the rim. Will also allow you to control how you finish.
-If you don't second flick, you hop step then remain stationary.

This way

1) it's controllable
2) you introduce skill by the user; gone are the hold LT+flick layup shots that are automatic gimmes

It's more complicated this way but it solves the problem you all are pointing out.

You should probably wait and see until you play it before you decide if you like it or not.

# 72 Blak_Baki_Hanma @ 08/30/11 09:23 PM

What improvements have been made to the 2k servers? Will we have to wait another 6-10 weeks after launch to reliably connect to and complete online games? I haven't heard anything from 2k yet so they're either hoping the annual blitz of hype causes amnesia (again) OR online play is not one of their quality assurance focal points.
I suffer through playing against the cpu to develop my My Player but only so that I can take him online for crew games and my main interest is ranked vs matches.

Can someone from 2k please tell us when online play will be operational so I know when to consider making a purchase? After 4 straight launch day burns, I think I've learned my lesson.

Thanks

# 73 jux @ 08/31/11 10:55 AM

It is funny how 2K Sports fail to understand, that the most critical aspect of their NBA game is MULTIPLAYER!

The new version must have proper multiplayer experience (like with starcraft2). That means, fluid online gameplay in USA as well in Europe and Asia. In-game text and voice chat. Player ratings, leagues (like rookie, advanced, pro, allstar, etc). Custom league events. Exhibition games (ranked, practice/friendly). Also 5-on-5 where each player can play only one position. Streetball. Basically all most everything you can do in single player, you can in multiplayer. But it must work FLUIDLY. That mean NO LAG! And what would be cool, is to have a ability for PC vs Console player game.

Dear lord and satan, hear my pray!

# 74 skillz7854 @ 08/31/11 11:14 AM

HopeFully since there is a lockout we can play against actual basketball players online in NBA2K12

# 75 44drob @ 08/31/11 11:46 AM

Nice quick clean Preview (late to the party)

# 76 DJ @ 08/31/11 05:24 PM

Thanks, Steve, for the preview. 2K12 is certainly shaping up to be one of the all-time great sports games, and I can't wait to get my hands on it.

Chase, you better bring it with your preview!

# 77 F3ardaBlu3Waffle @ 08/31/11 06:33 PM

All I care about is SERVERS......SERVERS....SERVERS.....AND MY PLAYER

# 78 Goffs @ 08/31/11 10:53 PM

When is the part two write up going up?

# 79 DJ @ 09/01/11 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Goffs


	When is the part two write up going up?

I believe Chase said it would be later this week, so I'd imagine we'll see something either tomorrow or Friday.

# 80 dubill1115 @ 09/01/11 12:38 AM

I have to say that I am looking forward to this greatest mode. Playing in black and white games with grainy commentary and era specific styles and rules is a nice touch. I just hope that some tweaking time was put into the myplayer mode and the game is more conscious of stats overall when it comes to created players. Being more specific, I couldn't stand when "myplayer" or just a created player would have a great half only to get snubbed during the halftime report.. Overall 2k11 is the greatest basketball sim I've ever played and I can't wait to see what this seasons edition brings to the court.

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