World Basketball Manager 2

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World Basketball Manager 2 is a single player sport game. It was developed by Icehole Games and was released on June 22, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

Start an international career as a basketball manager in the ultimate old school sport management game! WBM2 is not just the latest addition to the successful series of basketball management games, but a completely new game, based on a super fast engine and a friendly and simple interface!

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Single-Player

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game has a decent player database and offers a variety of leagues to manage.
The interface has improved, making navigation easier and the match engine runs faster than previous versions.
For fans of old-school management games, this title provides a nostalgic experience despite its flaws.

The game crashes frequently and has numerous bugs, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of strategic depth, with no options for trades, player loans, or tactical adjustments during games.
Many features expected in a basketball management game, such as scouting and a proper draft system, are missing.

music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been widely criticized, with some reviewers expressing a strong dislike for the soundtrack, describing it as poorly composed and unoriginal. One reviewer even suggested that the absence of music detracts from the experience, advocating for the inclusion of nostalgic 8-bit tracks to enhance the gameplay atmosphere. Overall, the game's audio elements seem to fall short of expectations.
- “I would offer to make you a soundtrack for cheap, but this game is just so bad I wouldn't want my name attached to it either.”
- “Somehow, PBM also wins here even though their soundtrack is just a bunch of sloppy tracks by the same dude.”
- “There is no music; give us some 8-bit or something so it doesn't feel like I'm playing a game in DOS.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a deep emotional immersion, effectively transporting players into a vibrant basketball world that resonates with their passion for the sport.
- “I don't know how the developers have done it, but they've really made me feel immersed in a huge basketball world.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it tugged at my heartstrings and made me reflect on my own experiences.”