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College Hoops 2K8

(2007, Video Games - Sports, Rated E, Play it on: PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Slam-dunk hoops game with sophisticated controls.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    A great way to learn how the college game works, as well as the intricacies of basketball strategy.

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness :

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    The two main advertisers are Pontiac and State Farm. They mostly sponsor tournaments and specific game events like a "Play of the Game."
 

What Parents Need to Know

About College Hoops 2K8

Parents need to know that this is a straightforward college basketball title with incredibly advanced controls. Fortunately, there are enough tutorial options to allow players to learn at their own pace. However, younger, inexperienced players may consider the controls too complex. Otherwise, it's a great avenue for learning how the college game works.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the franchise's authenticity compared to the real thing. How close does this game mimic the sport? Are the controls too overwhelming for others to learn?
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    safa977
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

    Great fun

    Great fun OK for all ages of all sorts the educational level is great while they are having fun they should learn some basketball stratagy from the pro's some bumping but fine.

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