The Worst NBA 2K Soundtrack Yet

The NBA 2K series has always had some great music, but this year’s installment might be the worst yet. From top 40 hits to generic trap, there’s something for everyone to hate.

2K’s decision to focus on current pop-culture

It’s not hard to see why many people are disappointed with the soundtrack for NBA 2K20. In recent years the game has been soundtracked by some of the best music in any video game But this year, it feels like 2K has made a deliberate decision to focus on current pop-culture and songs that are popular right now, rather than try to curate a soundtrack that will stand the test of time.

This is most evident when you compare the soundtrack to that of NBA 2K19, which featured classics like Nas’ “The World Is Yours” and Mobb Deep’s “Shook Ones Pt. II”. There were also newer tracks on the NBA 2K19 soundtrack like Kendrick Lamar’s “DNA” and J. Cole’s “Neighbors”, but they felt like they had been carefully selected to stand alongside the classics.

In contrast, it feels like most of the tracks on the NBA 2K20 soundtrack have been included simply because they are popular right now. There are some good songs on the soundtrack, but there are also a lot of filler tracks that feel like they were included just to pad out the running time. It’s a shame, because it seems like 2K has lost sight of what made their soundtracks so special in the first place.

The lack of classic hip-hop and R&B

The NBA 2K20 Soundtrack is one of the worst in the series’ history. It’s not that there’s anything particularly wrong with the music, it’s just that there’s very little classic hip-hop and R&B.

There are a few contemporary songs from artists like Kendrick Lamar Travis Scott and Post Malone, but the majority of the soundtrack is made up of forgettable EDM tracks. This is a huge missed opportunity, as hip-hop and R&B have always been synonymous with the NBA.

Just think about some of the classic NBA songs over the years: 2Pac’s “All Eyez on Me,” Jay-Z’s “Public Service Announcement,” Kendrick Lamar’s “i,” Nas’ “Hate Me Now,” Notorious B.I.G.’s “Hypnotize.” These are all songs that perfectly capture the energy and excitement of the NBA.

The NBA 2K20 Soundtrack is a big step backwards for the series, and it’s something that needs to be fixed in future installments.

The over-abundance of trap music

In what has become an annual tradition, NBA 2K releases a soundtrack to accompany their newest game in the series. For the most part, the songs are relatively unknown, up-and-coming artists that 2K licenses for the game in an effort to break new music. However, this year’s soundtrack is notable for its inclusion of much more trap music than in any previous games.

While there is nothing explicitly wrong with trap music, the over-abundance of it on the soundtrack is grating. In a game that is otherwise excellent, this was a major misstep by the developer. The soundtrack is supposed to be varied and interesting, but instead it feels like one long song on loop. Let’s hope that next year’s game features a better selection of tunes.

The lack of diversity in genres

Since its inception in 1999, the NBA 2K series has produced some of the best Video Game Soundtracks in the industry. However, the latest installment in the franchise, NBA 2K21, has come under fire for its lack of diversity in genres.

While past games have featured a wide variety of genres, ranging from hip-hop to rock to pop, NBA 2K21’s soundtrack is dominated by trap and drill music. This is a huge disappointment for fans of the series who were hoping for a more diverse soundtrack.

What’s even more disappointing is that many of the songs on NBA 2K21’s soundtrack are by artists who have been accused of sexual misconduct or have made homophobic and transphobic remarks. This is a huge step backwards for a series that has always been at the forefront of inclusion and diversity.

We hope that future installments in the NBA 2K series will feature a more diverse range of genres and artists.

The lack of songs that fit the NBA 2K vibe

As a huge fan of the NBA 2K series, I have always loved the soundtrack of each game. However, this year’s soundtrack was a huge disappointment. There were no songs that fit the vibe of NBA 2K and it felt like I was playing a completely different game. The only song that I liked on the soundtrack was “All Day” by Kid Cudi, but even that didn’t feel like it belonged in NBA 2K. I hope that next year’s soundtrack is better than this year’s, because it was honestly one of the worst soundtracks in any video game that I have ever played.

The lack of originality in the song choices

In recent years the NBA 2K series has been declining in quality. Many fans have noticed a decline in the quality of the games, and one area where this is especially apparent is in the soundtracks.

The NBA 2K series has always had a great soundtrack. In past games, there were a variety of genres represented, and the songs were all high-quality and fit well with the game. However, in recent years the soundtracks have become more and more generic, with fewer original songs and more remixes and covers.

The worst part is that many of the songs on the soundtrack are not even good. In NBA 2K18, for example, there are several tracks that are just poor quality covers of popular songs. It’s disappointing to see such a decline in the quality of the music in the game.

The lack of excitement in the soundtrack

It’s not that the music is bad, it just doesn’t get me hyped up for virtual hoops like past games in the series. In years past, the soundtrack was one of the best aspects of the game. This year’s installment features a curated mix of current and classic hip-hop, R&B, and pop, but it feels like it’s missing that one song that gets you amped up to play.

The lack of connection to the NBA 2K franchise

The soundtrack for the latest NBA 2K game is full of songs that have no connection to the NBA 2K franchise or basketball in general. The songs are also mostly from unknown or up-and-coming artists, which is a far cry from the star-studded soundtracks of previous games in the series.

The lack of appeal to older fans

The 2K series is one of the most popular basketball video game series. The latest version, NBA 2K21, was released on September 4, 2020, and it includes a soundtrack that consists mostly of songs from contemporary artists that are popular with younger audiences. This has led to some criticism from older fans of the series who feel that the soundtrack is not tailored to their taste.

The lack of appeal to casual fans

The soundtrack for the latest installment in the NBA 2K franchise is one of the worst yet. It’s a complete lack of appeal to casual fans, with only a handful of tracks that would be considered mainstream. The focus on trap and hip-hop leaves out a huge portion of the potential audience, and it’s a shame that such an iconic series would make such a misstep.