The launch of NBA 2K23 is just around the corner but some users are wondering whether the game is actually worth the purchase.
Before making your decision, we're going to give you a buyer's guide, detailing every reason why you should purchase the game.
From pre order rewards to the new features, here's why you need NBA 2K23.
NBA 2K23 Release Date
Before we start going through the reasons to purchase the game, we're going to take a look at the official release date for NBA 2K23.
On September 9, 2022, the game will be officially launched and unfortunately, there isn't a way for you to receive any Early Access.
The theme this year is centered around Michael Jordan, widely considered to be the greatest player of all time. The introduction of NBA 2K23 Eras will let you control the Chicago Bulls during his peak.
Now that we've covered the release date, let's take a look at a few of the pre orders that you can expect.
PRE ORDER NOW: Secure your copy of NBA 2K23 before it arrives
Pre Order rewards for NBA 2K23
The pre order rewards in NBA 2K23 are a large reason that several people are looking to purchase. However, it depends on which edition you purchase.
NBA League Pass is one of the rewards for the Championship Edition of the game, giving you a chance to watch every NBA game.
For avid NBA fans, this pre order reward alone is likely enough for them to purchase the game. However, there are more rewards than just that with the Championship Edition:
Rewards
- 12 Month NBA League Pass Subscription* (redemption rules apply)
- 100K Virtual Currency
- 10% XP Boost on MyTEAM Season Progression
- 10K MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Tokens
- 23 MyTEAM Promo Packs
- Receive 10 when you first launch the game plus an Amethyst topper pack, then receive 2 per week for 6 weeks.
- Sapphire Devin Booker and Ruby Michael Jordan MyTEAM Cards
- 1 Free Agent Option Pack
- 1 Diamond Jordan Shoe
- 1 Ruby Coach Card Pack
- 10% XP Boost on MyCAREER Season Progression
- Michael Jordan-themed Go-Kart
- 10 Boosts for each MyCAREER Skill Boost type
- 10 Boosts for each Gatorade Boost type
- 1 2-Hr Double XP Coin
- 4 Cover Star T-Shirts
- 1 Backpack and Arm Sleeves
- 1 Custom-designed Cover Star Skateboard
These rewards will help you build your MyPLAYER, MyTEAM and The W squads in NBA 2K23.
NBA 2K23 Editions and Price
Considering the Championship Edition of NBA 2K23 is so expensive at $149.99, you might want to choose another option.
There's the Standard Edition and Digital Deluxe Edition as well, which go for $59.99 and $69.99 respectively.
The WNBA Edition also features several pre order rewards. However, you'll only be able to purchase it at GameStop locations.
The Michael Jordan Edition price is $99.99 and features a plethora of rewards. With any purchase, you'll receive:
- 5,000 Virtual Currency & 5,000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo Packs (delivered one a week)
- A Boost for each MyCAREER Skill type
- A Boost for each Gatorade Boost type
Now, let's take a look at some of the new features and the gameplay trailer for NBA 2K23.
New Features and Trailers
We feel as if an incredible game is on the horizon based on the NBA 2K23 new features. This game has been revamped and rebuilt to benefit players.
They've renovated dribbling to get rid of dribble spam and changed the dunking mechanics. You can see all of that in the gameplay trailer below.
You'll see a few different gameplay adjustments in the above trailer but we've done breakdowns on every Courtside Report so far. You can find the gameplay and new features breakdown here.
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