OOTP 24 review: An almost perfect simulator hampered by less options
OOTP 24 is the latest addition to the renowned series that’s widely considered by many to be the best virtual adaptation of what managing a multi-billion dollar basketball franchise feels like. I have played the OOTP entries so much over the last three years that a new adventure feels more like an extension of my last save. But that might not be the case for you, and OOTP 24 might be your first venture into the management simulator.
Plenty of data and micromanagement will hit you when you first load it, especially if you're new to the series. The overall settings will be more familiar if you’re used to the franchise or similar games.
That being said, there are some subtle differences that the developers have gone for. The onus is once again to take on a team you love and make it a rampaging force in the World Series.
Having previously reviewed Football Manager 2023 last year, my affair with data-based video games isn’t something new. Since I have played all three versions of the OOTP entries, much of the existing content is along the expected lines.
In terms of data, OOTP 24 certainly goes beyond previous years. Much of it might be the same, but you can do more with the information you have on your hands. Once again, the core gameplay, much to my relief, stays and feels the same. Then again, each new journey has its own set of challenges that you will have to navigate.
When you start your journey in OOTP 24, your core goal is simple – make your franchise the best in the world. The options in your hands are far fewer as the number of available leagues is noticeably fewer than in previous years. However, you can start with either an MLB or KBO franchise of your liking.
Irrespective of your chosen team, the ultimate aim will be
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