Why is NBA 2K24 one of the worst reviewed games on Steam?

NBA 2K24's worldwide release couldn't have had a more polarizing effect regarding reviews and appreciation from the player base.

NBA 2K24 the Second-Worst-Rated Steam Game of All Time Following PC Backlash

NBA 2K24 is one of the most poorly reviewed games on Steam - Xfire

The Day Before is officially one of the worst-rated Steam games ever

NBA 2K24 Review (PS5)

NBA 2K24 could overtake Overwatch 2 as Steam's worst-rated game - Charlie INTEL

NBA 2K24 Beats Overwatch 2 To Become Worst-Rated Steam Game

The Day Before becomes one of worst-rated games on Steam of all time, with players accusing devs of scam

NBA 2K24 Review - Breaking Ankles, Breaking Banks - GameSpot

Activision Blizzard and 2K now own the worst-reviewed games on Steam - Xfire

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