NBA2K has always been an obsession for both basketball fans and e-sports enthusiasts globally. Right from the cover page to the crisp graphics of the game, the basketball simulation video game has a lot to offer to the fans eagerly waiting for the 2k23 version. The latest updates have been released.
J. Cole features on the cover of NBA 2K23
Jermaine Lamarr Cole aka J. Cole is an American rapper, who also produces music records and is considered to be one of the most seasoned and well-established rappers of this generation, has become the first rapper to feature on the limited edition cover of NBA2K23 for its’ limited edition “Dreamer” edition. The pop star is a multi-platinum artist with Grammy Awards to his name.
J.Cole said in a recent interview, that he has for a long time, wanted to venture into the simulation game space as it represents a culture where streetball meets hip-hop, the rap of the streets, and has great potential to discover fresh music talent through their game. It’s been an amazing journey to not only appear on a cover of this year’s game, but to be part of the MyCAREER storyline, and soundtrack and bring the DREAMER brand into NBA 2K. There’s also more to come, so watch out for all things Dreamville and DREAMER brand drops during Seasons and for Bas and Elite in this year’s MyCAREER story.”
J. Cole’s Basketball Connection
Cole’s thoughts on the game of basketball and his passion for the same have been well-known to people, but the level of the feat he has achieved is even a long shot for Cole as this puts his name right besides basketball legends like Michael Jordan, Devin Booker, and Russel Westbrook.
After being associated with teams in the African and Canadian basketball leagues, Scarborough Shooting Stars of the Canadian Elite Basketball League currently have the star as a part of their team.
NBA 2K23 levels up the music game
As we are well aware of the incredible music album featuring in the past versions of the basketball game, but this time the franchise takes it to the next level by teaming up with J. Cole who plans to add a personal touch to the music album for the latest version.
Cole and his crew have certainly touched the bar for the most sizzling contemporary track producers for a long time, hence justifying the “Dreamville” presence in the NBA2K23 soundtrack. The music collection for this version has more than ever given a platform for the intersection of sports and pop culture. The game shall also be featuring distinct talents including globally recognized pop stars like Drake, Lil Baby, Doja Cat, and Jack Harlow, rendering it as the complete package for enthusiasts all across the globe.
This most awaited “Dreamer” Cover Edition of the basketball simulation video game will release on the 9th of September for Playstation 5 and Xbox updated gaming console platforms in the United States of America and Canada.