NBA 2K8 for Xbox 360 (Product Code: ZBA-00001) is the Japanese NTSC-J version of the popular basketball simulation game developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports. This entry in the NBA 2K series was released in Japan on 7. Aug 08, bringing realistic NBA action and presentation to fans on the Xbox 360.

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🏀 Game Overview

• Title: NBA 2K8

• Platform: Xbox 360

• Product Code: ZBA-00001

• Developer: Visual Concepts

• Publisher: 2K Sports / Take-Two Interactive

• Release Date (Japan): 7. Aug 08

• Region: NTSC-J (Japan only)

• Genre: Sports / Basketball Simulation

• Modes: Single-player, Multiplayer (Offline & Xbox Live)

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🎮 Key Features

• Realistic NBA Gameplay: Smooth animations, detailed player likenesses, and authentic team play styles.

• All-New Off-Ball Control: Take control of players without the ball to execute screens, cuts, and positioning.

• The Association Mode: Manage your franchise, including trades, drafts, and player development.

• Blacktop Mode: Casual 3-on-3 streetball and dunk contests.

• Player Creations: Customize player looks, animations, and stats.

• Commentary Team: Kevin Harlan and Kenny Smith provide engaging broadcast-style commentary.

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🌐 Region & Language Info

📌 Note: Most NTSC-J sports games, especially from 2K, retain English in-game language even in Japanese releases, but packaging and manuals are in Japanese.

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📦 Summary Table

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📌 Collector’s Notes

• One of the few NBA 2K titles officially released in Japan for Xbox 360.

• Japanese version often sought by collectors due to its rarity and distinct packaging.

• Since later 2K games phased out Japanese Xbox support, this is part of a limited regional release era.