NBA 2K19: 8 New Features You Need To Know

4. The Takeover System Taketh Away

There's a catch: the new Takeover mechanic can work against you, and not just because opposition players can use it too.

Remember that risk/reward scheme mentioned earlier? Well, don't forget it lest you end up with the dreaded snowflake of doom (it's not actually called that, but it should be) above your player's head. When that shows up, they're lacking in confidence from too many misplaced passes, turnovers or missed shots.

This forces gamers to weigh up shooting more than before, and it makes passing a more integral part of each game.

It impacts your teammates as well, and that's perhaps the biggest drawback. Throw too many balls against the rim from far out and others will begin to drop in morale around you. It's a stylish way for 2K to get around individual personalities for each and every player. In 2K19, players react to what's happening around them. That's rather exciting, and it should make for a better ebb and flow when the scores are tight.