International Basketball Manager 23

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International Basketball Manager 23 is a detailed basketball simulation game where you can manage your own team. Control every aspect from training, transfers, finances, and tactics to lead your team to victory. With improved graphics and realistic gameplay, this installment offers an immersive experience for basketball fans.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

International Basketball Manager 23 screenshot

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

music1 negative mentions

The game is fun, easy to learn, and offers a straightforward basketball management experience.
It has improved significantly from previous versions, with more features and better graphics, making it enjoyable for basketball fans.
The developers are active in updating the game and listening to player feedback, which enhances the overall experience.

There are significant bugs, including freezing issues that prevent progression after certain seasons.
The game lacks depth in financial simulation and realism, making it feel simplistic and at times frustrating.
AI behavior and player ratings can be unrealistic, leading to odd outcomes in the game that detract from immersion.

graphics
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Users appreciate the game's graphics, noting that it performs well even on lower-end hardware like the M1 Mac Mini, although some express a desire for a 3D match feature. Overall, the graphics setup is considered satisfactory and enhances the gaming experience.
- “I'd love to have 3D match, but on the other hand, this game with all the leagues enabled and the best graphics setup works great on my M1 Mini Mac, so I'm happy.”
music
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The music in the game has been widely criticized, with some users finding it so unpleasant that they chose to turn it off entirely to avoid discomfort.
- “The game has incredibly bad music, which I had to turn off in fear it would cause my ears to bleed from how terrible the tracks are.”
stability
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Users report significant stability issues, particularly noting that the game frequently freezes at the 'continue screen' after two seasons of play.
- “After two seasons, the game freezes at the 'continue' screen.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering during gameplay.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is highly engaging, with players noting that once they grasp the core mechanics, they become deeply immersed and addicted to the experience.
- “Very good game! Once you understand the main mechanics, you'll become addicted.”