NBA 2K21: PS5 and Xbox Series X Differences and Features

In this article, we'll give you a detailed look at the improved movement features for NBA 2K21 on Xbox Series X and PS5.

What's Different About NBA 2K21 on PS5?

Some of the main movement features include:

• Rebuilt dribbling movement
• Improved defensive movement
• More realistic contact
• PS5-exclusive controller features

What's Been Added to Dribbling on NBA 2K21 PS5 and Xbox?

The dribbling movement in the Xbox Series X and PS5 versions of NBA 2K21 was rebuilt from the ground up. Signature styles are still there, but player speeds have become more accurate and consistent.

What's Been Added to Defense in NBA 2K21?

Dribbling has also been overhauled. This feature covers both on-ball and off-ball defense. Some of the new updates include:

• Improved directional options, along with player stumbles and stops, help defenders stay planted more reliably, and slides feel more realistic than in the previous game.
• The logic for detecting players' physical attributes was updated with more emphasis placed on it, so taller players feel heavier and stronger, while shorter players feel more agile but weaker.
• Directional arrows will give you quick options for making fine adjustments.

All of the changes above are coming to both next-gen consoles.

NBA 2K21 PS5 Differences

What's different on PS5 is that thanks to your controller's precision mechanics, the mechanics will feel different to you in various situations. For example, if you're trying to post up against a stronger player, you'll need to pull the mechanic harder.

What Are the Best Dribbling Animations in NBA 2K21?

Players looking to improve their movement on the court can find details on some of the best dribbling animations in NBA 2K21 here.

While the dribbling mechanic in NBA 2K21 hasn't changed completely, it does make a number of changes to the system used last year. As a result, the best dribbling moves in NBA 2K21 aren't the same as in NBA 2K20, and there are even some new animation types. For players looking for a little help picking these animations, we've shared some of the best dribbling moves with you.

Where Can I Change Dribbling Animations in NBA 2K21?

You can make your changes in NBA 2K21 by selecting dribbling moves from the My Animations section under the MyPLAYER Appearance tab.

Best NBA 2K21 Dribbling Animation

Since the game doesn't have a Turkish option for this, we're sharing it with you in English. Using these settings will help you pull off the best dribbling animations.

• Dribble Style: Quick or Magic Johnson
• Moving Crossovers: Pro 8 or Pro 2
• Moving Behind the Backs: Pro 3 or Pro 5
• Moving Spin: Pro 4 or Basic 1
• Moving Hesitations: Pro 3 or Pro 5
• Sig Size-Up: K. Irving or C. Paul or T. Hardaway
• Park Size-Up: Park 13 or Park 5 or Park 11
• Basic Size-Up Packages: Pro 6 or Pro 5
• Size-Up Escape Packages: Pro 2 or Pro 4
• Triple Threat Styles: Normal 2 or WNBA 4 or Normal 1

As players will see, there are several reasonable options for every dribbling animation in NBA 2K21, and we recommend checking them all out before finalizing your choices. That said, we've flagged some of the listed dribbling moves for you where we felt they were better than the alternatives.