Its my favorite basketball game to hit the ps3!!
Tools for this page
NBA 2K9
(2008, Video Games - Sports, Rated E, Play it on: PlayStation 2)
-
Is it age appropriate?
About our ratings(Flash is loading. If this text does not disappear you need to install the latest flash version)
Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10. -
Is it any good?
-
Common Sense says
Deep hoops simulation with challenging controls.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10 and Up
The good stuff
-
Educational value:
What to watch out for
-
Violence:
-
Sex:
-
Language:
-
Consumerism:
-
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
What Parents Need to Know
This review of NBA 2K9 was written by Brett Molina
Parents need to know that this is a straightforward professional basketball simulation. The game is playable online, a feature Common Sense Media doesn't recommend for children under age 12.
Families Can Talk About
Talk to your kids about the media in their life. We have more tools and tips that can help
- Families can talk about the similarities between the game and the sport. How close does the game come to mirroring the real thing?
More on NBA 2K9
What’s the Story?
2K Sports has been the king of the hoops hill for a few seasons. Don't expect that standing to change with the release of NBA 2K9, a smooth, fast-paced brand of pro basketball. With an already robust level of control, the franchise adds only a few refinements.
The most significant addition is the Living Rosters feature, a daily online update of player ratings and tendencies. Each time you boot up, the game automatically uploads the latest ratings. For example, if a point guard experiences a cold streak shooting the ball, his ratings will reflect the slump. On the court, the action has been slightly tweaked. For those unfamiliar with the series, players execute jump shots by pulling back the right analog stick, then releasing. For NBA 2K9, the Shot Stick can now be used to change shots in mid-air.
CloseIs It Any Good?
Visually, the series has made major strides. Players models look more polished. As you progress through games, you'll notice beads of sweat form on their foreheads as they get tired. Crowds are boisterous. The swishes and clanks from the rim sound crisp. Online, options have been expanded to include 5-on-5 multiplayer and a ranking system to measure your skills.
Overall, games are perfectly balanced between half-court sets and the fast break. As for the controls, they might be complicated for younger players. Beyond on-the-court gameplay, the directional pad is mapped to four different areas, including quick substitutions and playcalling. Dribbling is tricky as well. Player movement and ballhandling are both mapped to the analog stick. When you press the left trigger, you can execute your dribble moves. The problem is you must be very precise to pull off moves even as simple as a crossover. However, the troubles with NBA 2K9 are minor when you consider the robust level of controls and gameplay options available.
ClosePublisher’s Details
Released on 10/07/2008, price $59.99, not online enabled
ESRB rating: E (for Everyone)
ESRB rating: E (for Everyone)
Our Members Say
Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
cool with a cherry on top!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Great Game
Give Recommendations, Get Them, Too!
Become a member and get recommendations from other parents based on your child's age.Tell us your child's age:
Already a member? Log inOur Members Rate It
Do you play it? 
For Your Family
Get age-based recommendations for your kids:
Customize based on your child's age
