NBA 2K3 powers forward with the kind of improvement that only results from an off-season dedicated to perfection. Imagine jump shots so real players actually adjust their movement in mid-air based on distance from the hoop and defensive pressure; a passing touch that gives you the control to skirt a defender or start a fast break; and dribble moves that let you jab left; rock right; crossover; spin and much more. It’s all happening in NBA 2K3. No other game delivers the physical element of basketball like this. Accurate impact from collisions; especially hard fouls and authoritative dunks; shot blocking with emphasis on precise hand-to-ball contact; and the ability to lunge for the loose ball; even if it means ending up on some celebrity’s lap. With commentators that analyze strategy; cutscenes portraying lifelike player interaction; uniforms that move like real fabric; and a brand new ESPN broadcast system that wraps it all together NBA 2K3 provides the complete NBA experience.
- ESPN Broadcast Presentation — Replays scores music and more are displayed in the famous ESPN style.
- Expanded Passing Game — Control pass type and direction fake a pass and more.
- Exciting Low Post Game — Fronting faking pivoting and facing up actions and a total control drop step you can use to change direction mid-move.
- Controlled Rebounding Game — Effectively block out opponents for a better shot at grabbing a board.
- Improved Street Mode — Take any NBA player from any team outside for some playground action with detailed environments animated crowds and variable weather conditions.
- All-new Franchise Mode — Run your team. Recruit players hire and fire coaches develop young players scout foreign talent and assess injuries.
- Advanced Animation System — Players move naturally and appear more dynamic with increased facial detail and lifelike expressions.
- Redesigned Commentary — More accurate play-by-play and more in-depth stats and performance comparisons.
- Enhanced Arena Environments — Animated crowds mascots and asst. coaches; more music chants and beats; and effects such as sneaker scuffs on the floor.
- New Steal Animations and Dribble Moves and more than 50 new motion captured Dunks.
- Unique AI Slider Controls give you the power to truly customize your game.
- Extensive Playbooks with new plays that take advantage of teams’ star players.
- Online Play — Compete head-to-head online against players nationwide on the Xbox and PlayStation 2.
