NBA 2K23 Ratings For Players, Rookies, And More
Wake up babe, NBA 2K23 ratings are here. Visual Concepts’ latest dissertation on dropping dimes arrives this week, Friday September 9th, and as a part of their own #2KDay Countdown with brand spotlights, 2K Beats, and J. Cole’s Dreamer Edition, they have offered a first look at the official 2K23 overalls–highlighting rising stars, top rookies, and which new shooters are going to swoosh.
The NBA made some noise this summer with LeBron going Drew League and back to the Lake Show, Giannis having dad jokes, Derrick Rose being the internet’s “Most Loved” MVP, Trae Young sharing a few scenes from Rico Hines’ UCLA runs, and Donovan Mitchell skipping Knicks threads for Ohio, and because of that, 2K ratings will forever be a status symbol. They set the bar for the season ahead and while our predictions were headlined by new blood, the launch 2K23 ratings settle “Luka vs Curry” and dictate Day One moves in MyTeam, MyNBA Eras, and more. There’s a lot to unpack (if you’re a Sixers fan), so dive into the Top 10 players list below and stay tuned for more NBA 2K23 ratings.
For more NBA 2K23, check out the “First Look” trailer and info on The Jordan Challenge.
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Top Overall Players in NBA 2K23
Giannis (97) or Durant (96)? LeBron (96) or Kawhi (94)? Jokic (96) or Embiid (96)? It’s easier to compare stars now as it’s very much Ja Morant (93) vs everybody, but it’s tough to argue 2K23’s Top 10 list as there’s six total players with a 96+ rating. The new arrivals of Jayson Tatum (93) and Jimmy Butler (93) mean there are also a few key departures (Damian Lillard, James Harden) and Steph Curry (96) is still at the top thanks to an NBA Finals MVP and his fourth ring in eight years.
Top Dunkers in NBA 2K23
For NBA 2K23’s rim rockers, Ja Morant (97) takes Zion Williamson’s (97) spot as the Top Dunker while Bulls swingman Zach LaVine (95) and Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (95) return to help round out the five. Timberwolves’ guard Anthony Edwards (94) makes his debut with a 90+ dunk rating and rest assured, the 21-year-old from Atlanta, GA is a highlight machine that doesn’t believe in the concept of fear. He’s not interested in the NBA Dunk Contest, but he’s still a lock to win one.
Top 3PT Shooters in NBA 2K23
The best shooters are going to shoot and Steph Curry (99) is still automatic from the three-point line. The Finals MVP retains his 99 rating and there’s more of a gap than you’d think thanks to a few notable omissions (Joe Harris, Duncan Robinson) and with Klay Thompson (88) getting his first 80 overall since NBA 2K19. There’s still Durant (88) but don’t sleep on the Midwest; LA Clippers guard Luke Kennard (88) led the 2021-22 season in three-point percentage (44.9%) while the Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane (88) broke Mike Miller’s team record for threes made in a single season (202).
Top Rookies in NBA 2K23
With the 2022 NBA Draft behind them, Orlando’s Paolo Banchero (78), Houston’s Jabari Smith Jr. (77), and Detroit’s Jaden Ivey (76) are set to make their cases for “Best In Class”. Oklahoma’s Chet Holmgren (77) will miss the entire 2022-23 season due to a Lisfranc injury, but Sacramento forward Keegan Murray (76) is 2K23’s sleeper pick for Rookie of the Year as the Iowa Hawkeyes star was the nation’s top power forward and the MVP of the 2022 Las Vegas Summer League.
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Microsoft Is Putting Its Copilot AI Into Games Like Minecraft
AI is all the rage these days, and it seems that Microsoft is adding its take on the technology to some of its Xbox and PC games. At the company’s recent Surface and AI event, it showed off its new Copilot AI, which is Microsoft’s unique twist on what we’ve seen from big tech firms like OpenAI (ChatGPT) and Google (Gemini).
Over on X/Twitter, Microsoft posted a demo video of a player using Copilot to learn how to craft a sword in Minecraft. According to Windows Central, this AI will respond to natural language (like most LLMs) and will explain how to use the resources you have, and will even guide you to them. Microsoft emphasized that the data used for Copilot will remain on-device, and that it won’t be uploaded to the cloud or used to train language models further without the user’s consent.
As with all AI models, it sounds good in theory, but it remains to be seen if it actually works. So-called AI “hallucinations” (i.e. the model making up or reporting inaccurate info) have been a problem with LLMs from the very beginning, which could lead to some frustrating scenarios. But all-in-all, this is a potential game-changer for those who would prefer to avoid digging through game wikis and Google searches to find the answer to that tough puzzle.
At this event, Microsoft showed off what it calls “Copilot+ PCs,” which come loaded with proprietary AI technology. However, they will require better hardware to fully leverage that tech, including a neural processor and 16GB of RAM. Windows laptops with AI will start rolling out on June 18.
Classic Fantasy Board Game Talisman Gets New Edition From Hasbro’s Avalon Hill
The classic board game Talisman: The Magical Quest Game is making a long-overdue comeback in a few short months. The 5th edition of the fantasy dungeon crawler is manufactured by Avalon Hill, a Hasbro-owned board game developer responsible for hits such as Betrayal at House on the Hill and HeroQuest. The most recent edition of Talisman is no longer in print, and finding a complete set for retail price hasn’t been easy. That changes on August 1, and you can already secure your preorder of Talisman’s 5th edition for $60 at Amazon.
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Talisman’s 5th edition will feature all-new artwork for the game’s many cards and cards and tokens, redesigns of all 12 plastic player figures, and retooled rules to streamline setting up and learning the game. Everything you need to play the game comes in the box, including all cards, tokens, coins, and player figures, plus three six-sided dice and the rulebook. There is also a QR code you can scan to access a digital version of the rulebook.
If you’ve never played Talisman before, it’s an adventure board game with light RPG mechanics where up to six players compete to obtain the Crown of Command, slay the Elder Dragon and become the new ruler of the land. Each player chooses from one of 12 characters to play as, including the Thief, Elf, Wizard, and Prophetess. The original game launched back in 1983 and since then has seen multiple revisions, the last being the 4th edition in 2008. As mentioned, the 4th edition has been out of print for a while, and the game is expensive to grab from resellers. This new 5th edition printing will make picking up a copy of the game much easier–but considering it’s an Avalon Hill game of a classic that many newer board game enthusiasts haven’t had a chance to try, we wouldn’t be surprised if the first wave of preorders sold out.
While you wait for your order to arrive, you could check out the officially licensed video game adaptation of Talisman. The digital board game released back in 2014 and has a bunch of add-on content that’s available to purchase separately. You can save some cash on a bunch of Talisman digital content for PC at GameSpot’s sister site Fanatical. Talisman’s digital edition is also available on the Nintendo Switch eShop.
BattleTech Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New Edition Of The Original Board Game
The tactical sci-fi franchise, BattleTech, is turning 40 this year, and it’s celebrating by launching a new edition of the original board game. Since its debut in 1984, the BattleTech franchise has branched out to video games, novels, TV, and more, but the series started as a tabletop board game dubbed BattleTech: A Game of Armored Combat. As such, BattleTech’s 40th Anniversary Edition will be worth checking out whether you’re a longtime fan who wants to commemorate the occasion or a newcomer interested in trying the classic game for the first time. It’s available to preorder now at Amazon for $60 ahead of its June 12 release.
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The first thing you’ll notice about this edition is its box art, which has been updated for the game’s 40th anniversary. Inside the box you’ll find eight miniatures, a 56-page rulebook, a 16-page record sheet, a 16-page universe primer, a 24-page fiction novella. You’ll also find a bunch of cards and dice, giving you everything you need to dive into the two-player game.
If you’d prefer to check out BattleTech sooner, you’ll be glad to know that a variety of board games and expansions are on sale ahead of the 40th Anniversary Edition’s launch. Your best bet is to check out the original game, which is discounted to $48 (down from $60). However, there’s a cheaper BattleTech: Beginner’s Box for $24, so give it a look if you want something more affordable.
BattleTech isn’t the only classic board game that recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. The fantasy adventure game Talisman: The Magical Quest Game, which originally released in 1983, is making a comeback. Unlike BattleTech, it’s not easy to find a reasonably priced copy of Talisman, as it’s been out of print for awhile and hasn’t received a new edition since 2008. Preorders are now open for the fifth edition of Talisman ahead of its August 1 release date.
If you want to pick up other expansions or miniature collections for BattleTech to go alongside the 40th Anniversary Edition, be sure to check out all of Amazon’s current offers on expansions and miniatures sets..
