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NBA 2K6
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NBA 2K6 (Europe)

Xbox
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Reviewed in
2005
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NBA 2K6 considered one of the best in the series on original Xbox. Smooth simulation, complete franchise mode, polished TV-style presentation. A reference for basketball fans.

Your verdict
Category
Sports 4 players 3+
Description
NBA 2K6 basketball simulation on Xbox.

NBA 2K6 review

3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
2/5
Music
★★★★★
"Decent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾5,5 GB 📅07/10/2005
Published by 2K Sports

NBA 2K6 (Xbox) price, value & rarity

Common
Q1 loose
 $4 Q6 complete
 $5 Q10 new
 $15 !
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Other versions
NBA 2K6
USA
26/09/2005
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Collector interest

NBA 2K6 under the 2K Sports banner, an annual basketball entry with respected simulation but quickly obsolete content. Like the whole line, its collector interest is thin: mass run, dated rosters and a rock-bottom price. Its only value lies in capturing a precise NBA season, without scarcity or demand beyond vague nostalgia for the vintage.

Is NBA 2K6 still worth playing in 2026?

Released in 2005, this entry is the last to carry the ESPN branding before the full move to the 2K Sports identity. The IsoMotion stick controls grow more refined, the modelling of league stars stays convincing and the 24 7 mode offers a real character progression loop. On court play remains readable and the commentary keeps its charm. The loss of licenses and the closure of online play obviously cut a meaningful portion of content. Recommended today for NBA fans and for collectors curious about the transition years between the ESPN brand and the modern 2K Sports identity on consoles.

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