NBA 2K16
PlayStation 4 · 2015
About this game
NBA 2K16 is the 17th main game in the annual NBA 2K series of basketball games.
It is based on the 2015-2016 NBA season and features all of its competing teams as well as classic teams (including twelve new ones such as the 1999–2000 Toronto Raptors) and 25 European teams competing in the Euroleague.
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The basic gameplay works like in previous iterations but with some changes both in presentation and gameplay.
This include upgraded player models and new animations, more realistic ball and rim physics and player collisions.
Changes in controls include dedicated buttons for lobs and bounce passes.
In addition to playing individual exhibition matches there are numerous other game modes such as MyCareer, MyGM, MyLeague and MyTeam.
The MyCareer mode is called Livin' Da Dream and was developed in association with film maker Spike Lee .
It is designed to be more story oriented and cinematic than previous games' career modes and sees the player taking control of a young basketball player from Harlem called Frequency Vibrations ("Freq").
Freq starts out in a small high school team but as the story progresses he will move first to a college team and later the NBA.
The ultimate goal is to become one of the greatest players of all time.
Before starting out it is possible to customize the appearance of the player and to choose a position and scoring style.
Games in the career modes only involve controlling one player with the others being AI driven.
Between games the player has access to his own customizable court where he can upgrade his character or practice playing the game.
It's also possible to invite online friends to private games.
In addition to playing the games the career mode also involves making choices off the court while interacting with other players, coaches, media and fans.
The MyGM mode allows the player to become the general manager of a team.
This means the player has access to all aspects of the game including signing and trading players, negotiating contracts
About PlayStation 4
The PlayStation 4 (2013) cemented Sony's dominance of the eighth console generation, with a library exceeding 30,000 titles once indie and digital-only releases are counted. Most PS4 games remain affordable for collectors, but limited physical print runs — particularly from smaller publishers and later in the console's life cycle — are starting to see steady price increases as digital storefronts eventually wind down support.
Gamevaro tracks NBA 2K16 for PlayStation 4 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €22.01 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.41 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €8.75 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €335.96 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €2.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €4.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €6.20 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €17.01 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €15.46 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.50 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €2.48 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €8.75 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €15.45 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.41 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €17.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €335.81 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €6.20 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €22.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €4.49 |
| 2026-06-20 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.56 |
| 2026-06-20 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.39 |
| 2026-06-20 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €448.24 |
| 2026-06-20 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €27.35 |
| 2026-06-20 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.67 |
| 2026-06-19 | Box Only | PAL | €8.47 |
| 2026-06-19 | Graded New | PAL | €52.09 |
| 2026-06-19 | Complete in Box | PAL | €19.62 |
| 2026-06-19 | Item only | PAL | €13.72 |
| 2026-06-19 | New (sealed) | PAL | €47.34 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
NBA 2K16 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is NBA 2K16 worth?
NBA 2K16 for PlayStation 4 is currently worth €13.72 loose, €6.20 complete in box, and €15.46 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is NBA 2K16 rare?
NBA 2K16 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for NBA 2K16?
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 2K16, loose is €13.72 and CIB is €6.20 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is NBA 2K16 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of NBA 2K16 is currently worth €13.72 loose, versus €9.39 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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