The BEGINNERS GUIDE to NBA 2K23! Perfect for new PS PLUS owners!

Welcome to NBA 2K23 new PS Plus owner! This comprehensive beginner's guide is your key to getting success early in NBA 2K23! I go over essential tips that every new player needs to know, to get started on your NBA 2K23 journey!

[@ANGELOFDARKification]

Honestly I only play MyCareer and the amount of time wasted by long cutscenes and the Neighborhood is annoying

[@KevinCruz016]

This is one thing that I really want to improve with 2K, there are a lot of things that could be cut that could help save time for us players and improve the experience.

[@Fallenjaytee]

Skip them. I skipped all of them lmao

[@HENDO24]

Same, I only play career and GM when it comes to 2k. I never play online. I’m not good enough for that and it’s not fun to me.

[@ANGELOFDARKification]

@@Fallenjaytee I still have to run for 5 mins after every game just to run to Team practice 😂

[@od7801]

​@@ANGELOFDARKificationbro just use the elevator or go to "play next match" usually there is the option "collective training" In the calendar

[@supergamer288]

Bro I've been searching for your channel for the longest. Every time i get nba I look for your tutorials and get my search feed filled with dribbe cheese tutorials. You a rare gem bro!

[@KevinCruz016]

My guy!! I appreciate you bro!! Trying to help bring the game forward bro!!

[@ayoaye2276]

Shooting needs to be buffed imo, wide open with curry should be easier than it currently is. I think it puts a lot of people off playing the game especially newcomers.

[@metsman1983]

Yep that's why I said fuck it. 2k has never been user friendly

[@Allnonym0u5]

The delays and lags in games in Online Gaming + the in-gameplay factors like fatigue etc. can cause your dribble chain commands and moves to slow and not work like how you want it to.

[@KevinCruz016]

Absolutely, those are things you’ll have to get used to unfortunately.

[@Allnonym0u5]

@KevinCruz016 Ohw I'm used to it - I've been 2k gaming since 2k10 and have not missed a 2k game since. My 13th 2k series. My point is you cannot do the dribble moves - like you demonstrate in ypur videos - with real player rated and lower overall rated players as opposed to myteam very highly rated players you do the fancy dribble moves with + in game factors. Anyone obviously with 99 overall rated players. I doubt you will in

[@richardtindoy590]

Always the best vids!!!

[@KevinCruz016]

Man i know you guys are vets so for you to just drop by means the world to me!

[@drew3ism]

My man! Legendary content as always!

[@KevinCruz016]

Man I know you dont need to click this so for you to do it is something I appreciate!!

[@drew3ism]

@@KevinCruz016 Not at all man! Never know what you might find that you should know but don’t 👊🏻

[@Shad43]

A underrated tutorial that is needed is, how do you create spacin on offense. Too many times I’m drivin and my cpu players will literally cut and bring their defender wit me. I need to know good offensive sets and wen it’s a good time to try and cook without teammates interfering

[@KevinCruz016]

There are several five out freelances that can help you with spacing, the Bucks 2018, Pelicans, 21 delay, Warriors, and even the nuggets freelance are great modern offenses that help with spacing. But you’re working under their script, so you at least need to know which movements trigger certain unideal spacing situations. I’ll probably look at this in more detail for 24.

[@super_puff1838]

Great content 🎉. Keep up the great work.

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you puff!!!

[@limitededition3295]

i started playing nba again last played nab 2k18 which is still my fav but i tried nba 2k23 and cant even shoot anymore i miss all my 3 pointers so thanks for the tips. i suck so much i cant even play online. tho i get more progresivly better playing vs ai and black top.

[@theoneandonly5853]

its called learning keep going ‼️

[@he2icey140]

Noti gang 💯

[@KevinCruz016]

My guy!!

[@acorpse.334]

Hi bro! Hope you doing well! I’ve been watching you for the past 2 days trying to learn how to play 2k and I went through a lot of videos and i like your play style! But the problem is that I see a lot of things going on the screen, a lot of arrows on the court, buttons icons popping on top of the players etc… can you make a video where you play a normal match but with controller displayed on the screen so we can see what you click !? Sorry for the essay 😂❤

[@KevinCruz016]

Absolutely bro, anything to help bring new players in! And thank you for the compliment bro, I’m gonna try to do everything to help a lot of newer players as much as I help advanced users as well!

[@jimjim4204]

W kevin

[@Mr.Mach1n3]

Should I use square or try to get better with the right stick for scoring ?

[@KevinCruz016]

I use square for stand still jumpers since I find the button more responsive. Use the right stick for advanced layups or stepback jumpers. You can only cancel out of stepback jumpers using the right stick!

[@Harmonypops]

My boy!!

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you bro!!!

[@TheOnlyValken]

I have no clue how to play this game haha. I can shoot decently but the dunking controls and ESPECIALLY defending feel completely alien to me. I just dont know what im doing haha. Do you hold a button to defend? They just go right around me

[@KevinCruz016]

I have an on ball defense tip that might help! Generally you want to hold L2 to enter a defensive stance and move the left stick left, right, diagonally to try to stay in front of your defender. Holding L2, and initiating contact will get you bump animations, which throw your defender off. Hold R2 while holding L2 so you can move around quicker, but only use this in situations where you're trying to cut off your opponent. IF you hold R2 all the time on defense you'll be sliding around a lot and you'll get beat!

[@TheOnlyValken]

@@KevinCruz016 That helps a lot! I'll give that a shot!

[@davidneighbors9263]

I’m with you bro I’m trying to figure this game out and it’s crazy. Not to mention all the attributes and badges and quests and map and etc etc etc….

[@lukavajdic2703]

how to Play Game I start NBA 2K AND I Inka can shoot with one player

[@user-ir2yf1qg4p]

When I try to use positional play calling to do a floppy for a specifc player, it doesn’t give me the option ?

[@KevinCruz016]

I'm not sure if floppy is now a specific action in a playbook, or part of the quick options. I'll look into this, but I think it might have been removed in favor of something else

[@user-ir2yf1qg4p]

@@KevinCruz016 that’s crazy considering it’s a big part of the nba today … thanks anyways

[@ProfessorWFS]

W bro

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you bro!!

[@Allnonym0u5]

I copied your idea here and used them to play online not all of the dribble moves are achievable thanks the gameplay had this slowness in actions and movements sort of like its not free where you are able to control the player without it ever slowing down

[@basketballsensation1639]

Question if I no longer have plus can I still play Regular even if I can't play online

[@KevinCruz016]

You'll need an active PS Plus subscription unfortunately

[@baltiless1752]

Could anyone tell me how to change the controller settings in PS5?

[@KevinCruz016]

Press start in game, then go to the settings options on the right side of the menu, it's usually the third or fourth option down from the settings tab.

[@dewayneinc]

First..... can't wait to get that Kawhi Leonard content LOL

[@KevinCruz016]

I gotchu bro, had to get this out of the way for the PS Plus launch!

[@dewayneinc]

@@KevinCruz016 I know you holding it down! I really appreciate your content as always.

[@GoHxrdAlstxn]

Can you make vids on good plays and good freelances to use

[@KevinCruz016]

Freelances are a huge topic, so let me see what I can do. I love 21 delay though, so maybe I can start with that!

[@GoHxrdAlstxn]

@KevinCruz016 thanks, ima give 21 delay a try.

[@qaz122]

​@@KevinCruz016man you are seriously incredible. I appericate the time and effort, dedication

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you guys for the support bro!!

[@user-hj1ow7dq7y]

I have done heaps of quests but my level is staying at 1. What do i do

[@KevinCruz016]

Hey Jake, if we're talking about MyCareer, are you talking about the season levels? Or just increasing the rating of your player? I recommend checking out the how to level up fast guides for MyCareer! Those are really helpful! Daily tasks should help!

[@stan33twin2kmypark6]

U gotta play online my guy. Park, theater, rec, etc.

[@user-hj1ow7dq7y]

@@KevinCruz016 yeah bro im talking bout my career and like my player level not stats but its weird cause i been doing all the xp quest and im not leveling up. Must just be a glitch?

[@christophercrawford3463]

W video

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you Christopher!

[@deejaay]

I am a Sims player. The AI on defense is annoying as fk. Especially on PnR. Another thing is missing layups with little contact and full meter. I see how NBA2K makes you think your build is dope when playing in the summer league chip. But that first game, my player is 75% less effective. Like he defaulted to all 25. 95 speed with 95 stamina and my player is getting burned by fucking Luka on back cuts and chase downs. Sorry for the rant.

[@victorampo1137]

Hi Kevin, Do you have any drills you’d recommend in the MyCareer practice facility?

[@KevinCruz016]

Unfortunately not bro, mostly my practice is in 2KU!

[@victorampo1137]

@@KevinCruz016 that is DEDICATION Did you have a planned out practice routine?

[@TheChimpoko1]

As a new player, this game is a nightmare. Step 1, make your build which will dictate the rest of your gameplay experience. As a new player, how the fuck are you supposed to know what you want your build to be? So trash by 2k, just lame. You should be able to adjust your build as you learn and progress, but instead you have to start over completely if you dont like your build😢. Every animation/jumpshot is locked, so you're stuck with default. At level 60 your player can barely walk, forget about making any moves or fakes, you're gonna have a bad time. Dont even bother with online play, just grind it out in mycareer NBA for about 3 full seasons and 300 hours and you'll finally hit level 92, lol

[@KevinCruz016]

I wouldn't recommend starting with the MyCareer mode this late into 2K's life cycle, or if you're new to the game. Unfortunately, that mode gatekeeps a lot of progress which can get frustrating for new users. Try to see if you enjoy the core gameplay first in the standard modes, and if you like the concept of creating your own build, hop into the mode to see what it has to offer. But it takes time, and a lot of patience, and why I have not jumped into that mode yet!

[@guitarforlife2584]

does the 2k23 has got online server active ?

[@KevinCruz016]

Yeah it should be fine for another year or two! Player base looks decent enough!

[@JohanLeroux97]

I hope that beginners will see this vid before those showing how to cheese. 😂

[@KevinCruz016]

Oh man I wish 😂

[@phatini]

@@KevinCruz016game seems hard to learn especially when you don’t really know how to play basketball I jus want to play with my friends hoping this video helps 👍👍

[@gustavoardaiz2258]

Imagine 2K tried to attract new players by showing/promoting #SimNation ...what a beautiful world it'd be... Great video and great timing, Kev, good stuff.

[@KevinCruz016]

Appreciate you Gustavo! I was trying to learn Street Fighter 6 and I was so lost lmao. I thought i needed to do something like this to help on board a lot of people who want to get into the game a little bit easier!

[@pizzaman2298]

BRUH WHY THE HELL DOES IT NOT GIVE A TUTORIAL WHEN YOU FIRST PLAY I SPENT AND HOUR TRYING TO FIGURE OUT THE GAME MYSELF

[@mahoganyjohn7636]

I am sooooooo lost

[@despiseyamil]

Bro ps plus doesn’t let me get the 2k23 game

[@KevinCruz016]

What region are you in? Is it already unlocked for your region?

[@despiseyamil]

GUYs IT WORKSS NOW

[@KevinCruz016]

GREAT!!!! enjoy bro!!

[@Bughood]

Number 1 tip would be not to download this crappy micro transaction riddled excuse for a game. Glad that i tried this game because it validated my choice to never buy nba2k again. Idk how they managed to make this game so bad.

[@KevinCruz016]

They need to balance out how they monetize game modes for sure, I think that’s a legitimate conversation to be had. As a gameplay guy, I can only really try to make players who want to hoop’s experience as good as possible!

[@user-jt7sj7ix9m]

PLAYNOW??POSIBLE?😂🙏🏼🤝🏼

[@KevinCruz016]

Yessir! Once you’re familiar with the basics, the first mode I’d go into is Play Now to play against the cpu! Start at a difficulty you’re comfortable with, and just use the basics of offense!