NBA 2K15 review roundup: Face scanning hits and misses, expanded backstory, and whole lot more action

2K continues to build upon the highly successful NBA 2K franchise with the release of NBA 2K15 on Oct. 7. The game promised exceptional, life-like graphics, ultra-realistic gameplay, and a complete basketball simulation experience.

Its predecessor, NBA 2K14, was nominated for a 70 Game of the Year Award, and 2K15 definitely ups the ante. 2K pulled out all the stops, putting NBA MVP Kevin Durant on the front of the game's hot new cover. "Happy" musician Pharell Williams curated the game's music.