NBA 2K16 is a bigger and better buy for basketball fans

By Joshua Smith October 2, 2015

As the 2015-2016 NBA season approaches, basketball fans can get an early start thanks to the all new NBA 2K16. Following the hit franchise that has provided years upon years of top-notch basketball simulation for gamers everywhere, 2K returns and aims to impress. With new controls, refreshed gameplay and a star-studded production team with the likes of Spike Lee, NBA 2K16 is ambitious – but is it worth the $60 price tag?

In this video, avid gamer and NBA fan Joshua Smith brings an exclusive look at NBA 2K16. See what’s new, what’s changed and whether or not 2K’s latest is worth a shot or not. Finding out everything you need to know about the biggest basketball video game this year is only a few quick minutes away.

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