The inclusion of four factions to pick from and play with and against is an excellent addition however, it never goes beyond the initial choice of NBA 2K22 MT one, leaving the MyPark/Neighbourhood mode as it is. The brand new MyCareer mode remains the largest modification to NBA 2K22 as your player, known as MP (which actually is a slang term for "My" Player') builds an NBA career and brand empire.

The career itself is relatively streamlined, but it's the overall detail and variety which will draw newbies into. Your version of MP will closely match that of longtime partner and brand manager Ricky when you choose agents, deal with social issues, and build your MyCareer beyond the court and basketball. Do you want to be a fashion guru? You got it. Do you want to follow in footsteps of 'Dame Dolla' and start with a career in rap?

It's all here to be found in NBA 2K22. While these extracurricular activities rarely exceed a few hilarious cutscenes or fetch quests It's an interesting addition given many of the conversations and choices are about the world outside of the NBA and what it means to be not only an athlete.

But a celebrity with heightened penalties in your behavior. It's not mandatory to take part in any way, as you can simply tear through match after match in search of higher stats as you build up your MP, but I can appreciate the depth, scope and variety.

Unfortunately, the MyCareer mode falls victim to several pitfalls that have repeatedly plagued the series for years now. Since your performance in games is determined by the same grading system that was utilized in previous versions that you're often penalized for issues that are out of your control. For instance, your player might be assigned to NBA 2K MT Coins protect against a specific opponent. However, when faced with a screen you will choose to fight and go with your designated player.