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2017PEGI 3PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified29 % positive

A realistic basketball simulation with licensed NBA teams, polished on-court mechanics and the MyCareer mode where you build your own player. Online modes and team management provide long-term motivation.

Lots of grind
Lavish presentation
Competing against other players
Co-op or multiplayer

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In short: Games like NBA 2K18

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes NBA 2K18 special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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FIFA 18

100 %Match

2017PEGI 3PC, PlayStation, Xbox

A realistic Frostbite-powered football sim with licensed clubs, a new animation system and the Alex Hunter story mode 'The Journey'. Ultimate Team and online matches provide long-term competitive pull.

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NBA 2K16

Realistic visuals

A realistic basketball simulation featuring a MyPLAYER career, franchise management and online play. Its authentic animations and full NBA licence are its main draws.

NBA 2K14

Realistic visuals

A realistic basketball simulation featuring licensed NBA teams and players, with career, team and online modes for both solo and multiplayer play.

NBA 2K25

Lots of grind

A realistic basketball simulation with licensed NBA and WNBA teams, made more authentic by ProPLAY animations. Alongside career, team-building and franchise modes, it offers strong online competition.

NBA 2K20

Lots of grind

A realistic licensed NBA basketball sim that pairs on-court play with a career mode, online play and a social neighborhood hub. Player customization and online competition are the main draws.

NBA 2K24

Lots of grind

A realistic basketball simulation with authentic NBA and WNBA games, plus modes like MyCAREER, MyTEAM and MyNBA where you build a player, collect a roster, or manage an entire franchise.

NBA 2K21

Lots of grind

NBA 2K21 is a realistic licensed basketball simulation with a story-driven MyCareer mode and big online modes. It mixes team management, player progression and competitive play.

FIFA 21

Co-op or multiplayer

FIFA 21 is a football simulation with a huge roster of licensed players, clubs and leagues. Its strength lies in multiplayer, from online matches and Ultimate Team to local games with friends.

FIFA 22

Co-op or multiplayer

A realistic football simulation with a huge roster of licensed players, teams and stadiums. It shines in online multiplayer and in modes like Ultimate Team and Career.

FIFA 19

Realistic visuals

A realistic football simulation featuring the official Champions League license, combining Ultimate Team squad building, career mode and the final chapter of The Journey story. New mechanics like timed finishing reward precise inputs.

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