Hoop Dreams on a Shiny New Machine: Conquering NBA 2K23 Current Gen on PS5
Yo, ballers and ballerinas! You copped that shiny new PS5, and your thumbs are itching for some virtual hardwood action. But hold up, there you see it: NBA 2K23 with all its confusing "current gen" and "next gen" labels. Don't worry, this ain't brain surgery (although creating the perfect MyPlayer build can feel that way sometimes). Let's slam dunk our way through getting you on the court in no time.
First things first: Embrace the Power of Backwards Compatibility
The PS5, in its infinite wisdom, can play PS4 games. This is where the "current gen" label comes in. NBA 2K23 offers two versions: one built for the PS5's fancy new tech, and another for the trusty PS4. We're going for the PS4 version, because who needs all those bells and whistles when you just wanna rain three-pointers on fools, right?
Trading the Flashy Clothes for the Reliable Pair of Jordans: Downloading the PS4 Version
Head on over to the PlayStation Store. You can either search for "NBA 2K23" or just browse the latest releases because, let's be real, this game is probably plastered all over the front page. Now, here's the key part: you'll see two versions. One with a snazzy PS5 logo, the other with a more familiar PS4 icon. Choose the PS4 version, my friend!
Don't Be Fooled by Fancy Download Options (Unless You Like Physical Media)
Some fancy editions come with bonus stuff, but unless you're a die-hard collector who still buys CDs (respect!), you don't need that. The standard edition will get you on the court just fine.
Now You're Cooking with Gas (or Should We Say, Butterfingers?): Booting Up the Game
Once downloaded, boot up that PS4 version of NBA 2K23. Now you can experience the glorious (and sometimes frustrating) world of MyCareer, dominate the online courts, or relive classic NBA moments.
Bonus Tip: Prepare to Be Amazed (or Frustrated) by the Next-Gen Graphics (Kind Of)
While you're playing the PS4 version, you might see glimpses of the next-gen graphics in loading screens or cutscenes. It's a tease, a way of saying, "Look what you're missing!" But hey, at least your PS4 won't sound like a jet engine taking off every time you play.
There you have it, folks! With a little know-how, you'll be draining threes and posterizing opponents in NBA 2K23 on your PS5 in no time. Now get out there and dominate the competition (or at least have some fun trying)!
