Gamers Will Get An Early Taste Of ‘NBA 2K17’ With ‘The Prelude,’ A Free MyPLAYER Experience

Anticipation for the Sept. 20 release of NBA 2K17 has reached a fever pitch. Not only have multiple new trailers detailing the game’s advancements put normal users in a tizzy, but it’s clear NBA stars can’t wait to get their hands on it, too. If you love hoops and play video games, basically, it’s safe to say you’re counting down the days until the latest version of basketball’s virtual reality finally comes to life.

Good news: For the first time ever, gamers will get to feel that rush in advance of 2K‘s official release. 2K announced on Friday morning that “The Prelude,” a free downloadable MyPLAYER experience for NBA 2K17, will be available on Sept. 9 – well over a week before the latest version of the top-selling video-game series hits the market.

“The Prelude was designed specifically to introduce new fans to our franchise, and give them an introduction to our legendary MyCAREER mode that puts the user at the center of an epic basketball story,” said Greg Thomas, president of Visual Concepts. “Veterans of NBA 2K will also love getting a head start on their MyCAREER, so when the game launches they can be ready to jump in and compete.”

Every longstanding attribute of MyCAREER will be included in “The Prelude,” as well as new developments typical of basketball’s highest-selling video game franchise. Of special note among them is 2KU, a tutorial featuring Duke University and Team USA coach Mike Krzyzewski, focused on fundamental basketball strategies including pick and roll execution, proper defensive positioning, ball movement, boxing out, court awareness and more.

Start your NBA 2K17 journey early on Sept. 9. “The Prelude” is just the beginning.

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