Games like NBA 2K16
If NBA 2K16 is your kind of game, the closest matches are NBA 2K17, NBA 2K18 and NBA 2K19 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its shooting timing feels intuitive, challenging and cinematic. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →NBA 2K16 is a basketball simulation released in 2015 by Visual Concepts. Players describe the shooting mechanics as intuitive, with a timing-based system that rewards precision. The MyCareer storyline, which features narrative involvement from Spike Lee, adds a cinematic quality according to those who have played it. Custom roster creation offers deep options for managing teams and players. The game includes blacktop mode for pickup-style play, online trading cards, and supports online co-operative play. Reviewers note the offline MyPlayer experience works without requiring an internet connection. NBA 2K16 runs verified on Steam Deck. The game holds a 50% positive rating from 1,805 Steam reviews.
About NBA 2K16: NBA 2K is back with the most true-to-life NBA experience to date with NBA 2K16. Featuring an all-new MyCAREER experience written, directed & produced by acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee.
Players who liked NBA 2K16 also play
Steam players who put hours into NBA 2K16 also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.
NBA 2K17
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Top pick for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Following the record-breaking launch of NBA 2K16, the NBA 2K franchise continues to stake its claim as the most authentic sports video game with NBA 2K17. As the franchise that “all sports video games should aspire to be” (GamesRadar), NBA 2K17 will take the game to new heights and continue to blur the lines between video game and...
NBA 2K18
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Second-strongest match for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
The highest rated* annual sports title returns with NBA 2K18, featuring unparalleled authenticity and improvements on the court.*According to 2008 - 2016
NBA 2K19
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Third-strongest match for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NBA 2K celebrates 20 years of redefining what sports gaming can be. NBA 2K19 continues to push limits as it brings gaming one step closer to real-life basketball excitement and culture.
NBA 2K20
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Ranked #4 for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K20 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2021. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K21
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Ranked #5 for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K21 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K23
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Ranked #6 for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCAREER. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLEAGUE. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in PLAY NOW and feel true-to-life gameplay.
NBA 2K22
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Ranked #7 for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K22 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2023. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K24
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Ranked #8 for NBA 2K16 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
This product will no longer be available for purchase as of 10/30/2025. NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K24 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2025. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
Reviewers mention these as similar to NBA 2K16
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NBA 2K20
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Reviewers of NBA 2K16 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K20 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2021. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
Live
WHY THIS
Reviewers of NBA 2K16 cross-mention this title as a similar play.
No one ever said that life is easy. Fight your way through it in a short story-driven mix of game genres that accompany your journey from childhood to senility. What challenges will you stand up against? Will you earn what should be yours? Will you find out what it means to Live?
NBA 2K17
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Reviewers of NBA 2K16 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Following the record-breaking launch of NBA 2K16, the NBA 2K franchise continues to stake its claim as the most authentic sports video game with NBA 2K17. As the franchise that “all sports video games should aspire to be” (GamesRadar), NBA 2K17 will take the game to new heights and continue to blur the lines between video game and...
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Other recommendable Steam games by Visual Concepts, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
NBA 2K20
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K20 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2021. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K23
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCAREER. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLEAGUE. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in PLAY NOW and feel true-to-life gameplay.
NBA 2K24
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
This product will no longer be available for purchase as of 10/30/2025. NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K24 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2025. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K25
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Command every court with authenticity and realism Powered by ProPLAY™, giving you ultimate control over how you play in NBA 2K25. Define your legacy in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The W.
NBA 2K22
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K22 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2023. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K21
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K21 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K26
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
NBA 2K19
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind NBA 2K16. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NBA 2K celebrates 20 years of redefining what sports gaming can be. NBA 2K19 continues to push limits as it brings gaming one step closer to real-life basketball excitement and culture.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
NBA 2K18
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
The highest rated* annual sports title returns with NBA 2K18, featuring unparalleled authenticity and improvements on the court.*According to 2008 - 2016
NBA 2K19
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NBA 2K celebrates 20 years of redefining what sports gaming can be. NBA 2K19 continues to push limits as it brings gaming one step closer to real-life basketball excitement and culture.
NBA 2K20
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K20 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2021. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K21
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K21 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
NBA 2K23
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCAREER. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLEAGUE. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in PLAY NOW and feel true-to-life gameplay.
NBA 2K22
WHY THIS
Shares a competitive mood with NBA 2K16.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports with NBA 2K16.
NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K22 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2023. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.
Frequently asked about NBA 2K16
- Is NBA 2K16 verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — NBA 2K16 is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- Does NBA 2K16 have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — NBA 2K16 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player).
- What games are most similar to NBA 2K16?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside NBA 2K16 are NBA 2K17, NBA 2K18, NBA 2K19.
- Who developed NBA 2K16?
- NBA 2K16 was developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K.
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