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Games like NBA 2K12

2011PC, PlayStation, Xbox

A licensed NBA basketball simulation where you play with current teams and legends like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, settling who the greatest teams of all time are.

  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Lavish presentation
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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In short: Games like NBA 2K12

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NBA 2K12 special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

Similar in what way?

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Up to three areas count more, the rest steps back.

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NBA 2K10

98 %Match

2009PC, PlayStation, Xbox

Brings what grabs you about NBA 2K12: a realistic look, co-op or multiplayer and a bright tone.

A basketball simulation based on the NBA with Kobe Bryant on the cover. It offers games with real teams and players, a career mode with progression, and multiplayer matches.

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NBA 2K9

Realistic visuals

A basketball simulation of the 2008-09 NBA season with improved player models, a TV-style broadcast presentation featuring real commentators and replays, and championship celebrations.

FIFA Soccer 12

Realistic visuals

A realistic football simulation whose Player Impact Engine makes physical contact on the pitch feel authentic. Precision dribbling and tactical defending add depth, especially in head-to-head matches against other players.

NHL 13

Realistic visuals

A realistic ice hockey simulation featuring official NHL teams and players, offering fast matches, career modes and online play against others.

Madden NFL 18

Realistic visuals

A realistic American football simulation with Frostbite graphics where you call plays and choose how to play each match. Modes like Madden Ultimate Team plus online play add variety.

Madden NFL 13

Realistic visuals

A football simulation with real NFL teams and the 2012/13 season rosters, where you call plays, control the action live and manage your franchise in career modes.

NHL 18

Realistic visuals

An ice hockey sim with fast-paced play, new offensive and defensive stick controls, and the arcade-style NHL THREES mode. It also offers plenty of multiplayer options and an Expansion Draft to build your own 32nd team.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011

Gameplay comes before story

A Konami football simulation focused on realistic play, tactical team management and league and Champions League competition. It shines in head-to-head matches against friends or online.

NHL 23

Realistic visuals

A realistic ice hockey simulation featuring licensed NHL teams and players, with offline play, career modes and online multiplayer such as Hockey Ultimate Team.

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