NBA 2K18 (2017)
Game Description:
NBA 2K18, released in 2017, offers an immersive basketball simulation experience, featuring enhanced graphics and gameplay mechanics. Players can engage in MyCareer mode, where they create and develop a custom player, navigating their journey from rookie to NBA superstar. The game introduces "The Neighborhood," a dynamic open-world environment where players can interact, compete in streetball games, and customize their avatars. NBA 2K18 also includes MyTeam mode, allowing players to build their dream team by collecting player cards and competing in various challenges. With updated rosters, realistic player animations, and strategic gameplay, NBA 2K18 delivers an authentic and engaging basketball experience for fans and newcomers alike.
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What Parents Should Know About NBA 2K18
Age Rating
Release Date
2017
ESRB Age Rating Summary:
NBA 2K18 is rated E10+ for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB with Crude Humor and Mild Language. This is a basketball simulation game in which players can select teams from real NBA rosters, compete in tournaments, and play through regular seasons. The game includes several cutscenes portraying the fictional lifestyles and narratives of players; some of these scenes involve bathroom humor: characters commenting on a man emitting flatulence (e.g., “...I don't know if I can ignore the smell” and “Yo, that smells like sewage pipes had a baby with sour milk”); dialogue pertaining to a toilet (e.g., “...This fancy Japanese toilet tries to spray water in my booty, man!"). The word “bish” (slang for “b*tch”) appears in the dialogue.
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Crude Humor, Mild Language, Mild Lyrics
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Parental Notes
Parents are split on this title. While NBA 2K18 is a high-quality basketball simulation game, some parents express concerns about its mild language and crude humor. The game includes dialogue with words like “bish” and scenes with bathroom humor, which some may find inappropriate for younger audiences. There is no violence or dark themes, but the presence of in-game purchases and suggestive content in cutscenes may be a consideration for parents. Many suggest it is suitable for children over 10, aligning with its rating, but advise parental guidance for younger players due to the mild language and humor.
Why Your Kid Might Like NBA 2K18
NBA 2K18 offers an engaging basketball simulation that resonates with teens due to its realistic gameplay and immersive features. The MyCareer mode allows players to create and develop their own basketball star, providing a sense of progression and achievement as they guide their character from rookie status to NBA legend. The introduction of "The Neighborhood" adds a social element, where players can interact with others, participate in streetball games, and customize their avatars, making the game feel like a vibrant community.
MyTeam mode is another highlight, letting players build their dream team by collecting player cards and competing in various challenges. This mode appeals to those who enjoy strategic gameplay and team management. The updated rosters and realistic player animations enhance the authenticity, making it a favorite for basketball fans. While the game isn't for everyone, those who enjoy sports simulations appreciate the depth and detail NBA 2K18 offers, making it a popular choice among teens who are passionate about basketball.