Don’t Just Play as Mike, Become Him in NBA 2K11

2K Sports has just announced a new mode for NBA 2K11 called “The Jordon Challenge”.  Check out the rest of the story for the details on the new game mode and a video.
New mode in NBA® 2K11 allows gamers to relive Michael Jordan’s greatest career moments New York, NY – July 22, 20102K Sports today revealed The Jordan Challenge, a new game mode for the latest iteration of the top rated and top selling basketball simulation franchise*, NBA® 2K11. This new mode will allow players to relive 10 different legendary games from Michael Jordan’s illustrious career and challenge them to replicate what he did on the court in NBA 2K11. “Fans of the series are going to be thrilled to know that in NBA 2K11 Michael Jordan is much, much more than just a cover athlete,” said Jason Argent, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “We’re excited to start talking about the ways that Michael will be used in the game and there’s still a lot more to come.” While playing The Jordan Challenge, fans can try to stun the world in Jordan’s self-described greatest game by torching the Cavaliers by 69 points in March of 1990; attempt to battle back from the flu to defeat the Jazz in Game 6 of the 1997 finals; or leave the world wanting more as they relive one of Jordan’s finest performances during his last game as a Chicago Bull on June 14, 1998. In addition to The Jordan Challenge mode, gamers will have the unique opportunity to play as some of the greatest teams in NBA history, including the ‘85-’86, ’89-’90, ’90-’91, ’94-’95, ’95-’96, ’96-’97, and ’97-’98 Chicago Bulls. NBA 2K11 is not yet rated by the ESRB and will be available October 5, 2010.
Update:  Here is a list of the moments you can replay. The Arrival When: April 20, 1986. Game 2, 1st round playoffs vs. Celtics Goal 1: Score 63+ points Goal 2: Shoot 50%+ from the field Summary: Jordan made his mark with this 63 point playoff game against a heavily favored Celtics team. 69 Points When: March 28, 1990. Regular season game vs. Cavs Goal 1: Score 69+ points Goal 2: Shoot 50%+ from the field Goal 3: Win the game Summary: This time Jordan gets the win by dropping 69 points and putting a dent in the Cavaliers’ playoff plans. Shootout When: Any date in 1990. Regular season game vs. Hawks Goal 1: Outscore Dominique Goal 2: Hold Dominique under 25 Points Goal 3: Win the game Summary: Jordan and Dominique Wilkins face off in some of the all-time greatest scoring performances of the era. Bad Boys When: May 26, 1990. Game 3, Eastern Conference Finals vs. Pistons Goal 1: Score 47+ points Goal 2: Win the game Summary: Jordan showed the Pistons and the world that no defensive strategy could stop him for long.
1991 NBA Finals
When: June 2 thru June 12, 1991 vs. Lakers Goal 1: Average 31.0+ points Goal 2: Shoot 55%+ from the field Goal 3: Win the series Summary: Jordan silenced the doubters by coming back from a game one embarrassment to thrash the Lakers in these Finals. The Shrug When: June 3, 1992. Game 1, 1st round playoffs vs. Blazers Goal 1: Score 35+ points in the first half Goal 2: Make 6+ threes in the first half make 6+ threes in the 1st half Goal 2: Hold Drexler to under 20 points Goal 3: Win the Game Summary: Just to prove a point, Jordan sets the tone for the series by dominating the first half of this first Finals game. Double Nickel When: March 18, 1995. Regular season game vs. Knicks Goal 1: Score 55+ points Goal 2: Shoot 55%+ from the field Goal 3: Win the game Summary: After a stint with the bat, Jordan returns to New York to tear up the Knicks for 55 points and an unforgettable pass. Father’s Day Victory When: June 16, 1996. Game 6, 1996 Finals (last game of series as Bulls won 4-2) vs. Sonics Goal 1: Score 22+ points Goal 2: Grab 9+ rebounds Goal 3: Win the game Summary: Michael ran the table over the entire league but this fourth title would prove to be just as special as his first. The Flu Game When: June 11, 1997. Game 6, 1997 Finals (not the last game of the series as it went to 7) vs. Jazz Goal 1: Score 38+ points Goal 2: Grab 7+ rebounds Goal 3: Win the game Summary: A very ill Jordan still manages to both dominate the game and hit the winning shot in the last seconds of the game. Michael’s Last Dance When: June 14, 1998. Game 6, 1998 Finals vs. Jazz Goal 1: Score 45+ points Goal 2: Get 4+ steals Goal 3: Win the game Summary: With one final resounding shot, Jordan seals both his legacy and the fate of the Jazz’s championship hopes.
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