NBA 2K11

Jordan's involvement is maximized from the start, with four modes based around Jordan's career.

The "Jordan Challenge" has the player control Michael in ten highlight games through his career.

The player must successfully recreate Jordan's real-life performance in the virtual scenario.

In Quick Game mode, players can select eight different years of Jordan-led Chicago Bulls squads, and pit them against current-day rosters.

Players can control a rookie Jordan in "MJ: Create a Legend" mode, and guide him through a modern-day career in the NBA.

Finally, players are awarded pairs of Air Jordans for in-game achievements.

Players are encouraged to collect all the Air Jordans Michael wore through his career, and each gives a stat bonus when equipped by the player's character. 2K11 features revised "Iso-Motion" dribbling controls, allowing players to perform fancy moves with combinations of the right stick and trigger.

These include crossovers, hesitations, and behind-the-back moves.

Players can also use the "Shot Stick" controls for analog control over their shot and release, as well as their drive to the basket.

Combinations of stick and trigger moves allow players abilities from quickly switching the ball to the opposite hand, to controlling a layup or dunk.

Alternatively, players can use the face buttons for basic pass/fake/shot controls, and engage icon passing to accurately select their target.

An "On-The-Fly Coaching" system uses a series of branching menus on the controller's direction pad to change A.I. strategies, or call out new ones in multiplayer.

Finally, a new "Shot Branching" system lets players adjust their shots when airborne, without being stuck to a

NBA 2K11 for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €14.08 loose, €12.63 complete in box, and €32.40 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

NBA 2K11 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.

Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For NBA 2K11, loose is €14.08 and CIB is €12.63 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.

The PAL version of NBA 2K11 is currently worth €14.08 loose, versus €11.36 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.