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I remember the first time I fired up NBA 2K20, controller in hand, ready to dive into what would become countless hours of basketball glory. The menu screen glowed with possibilities, but my eyes immediately scanned for that familiar MyCareer option. Now here's where things get interesting - unlike previous versions where MyCareer was front and center, 2K20 makes you work for it just a little bit. You actually need to navigate through the main menu to find the "Play Now" section first, which feels counterintuitive until you understand 2K's thinking behind this design choice.
Let me paint you a picture - it's like being a rookie showing up to your first NBA training camp. You can't just walk onto the court and demand the ball. There's a process, a rhythm to how things work. Similarly, in NBA 2K20, you need to select "Play Now" before the MyCareer option reveals itself in the submenu. I've seen so many players in online forums completely missing this and thinking their game was broken. The first time I encountered this, I spent a good ten minutes scrolling through menus like a lost tourist in Manhattan before it clicked.
What's fascinating is how this mirrors real basketball journeys in some ways. Think about that reference to Philippine basketball history - when players come together on home soil, they're not just showing up and playing. There's buildup, there's anticipation, there's navigating through expectations and systems before the real magic happens. MyCareer in 2K20 captures that essence beautifully. You're not just instantly a superstar - you begin as an undrafted prospect fighting for recognition, much like those Philippine teams that had to prove themselves against global powerhouses.
The actual path to accessing MyCareer goes like this: from the main menu, select "Play Now," then navigate to the "Career" tab. Once there, you'll see the option to start your MyCareer journey. If you're returning to an existing career, it'll be right there waiting for you. I personally love how they've integrated the neighborhood directly into the MyCareer experience this year - it's seamless once you get there. The loading times can be a bit lengthy sometimes, especially if you're playing on a standard PS4 like I was initially, but the experience is worth the wait.
There's something special about building your player from scratch. I remember creating "Jumping Joe," my 6'5" shooting guard who started with embarrassingly low stats. The first few games in the Chinese league were humbling - missing open shots, getting crossed over by virtual opponents, and hearing the crowd's disappointed murmurs. But that's what makes the progression so rewarding. Within about 15 games, I'd improved my three-point rating from 65 to 78, and suddenly I was hitting game-winners that had me jumping off my couch.
The beauty of MyCareer isn't just in the basketball gameplay though - it's in the stories that emerge. Like the time my player had to choose between attending a sponsor event or extra practice sessions. These decisions actually matter, affecting your relationships with teammates and fans. I've probably sunk around 200 hours into MyCareer across multiple builds, and each playthrough feels distinct. The narrative might follow similar beats, but your choices create unique moments that feel personally significant.
What many players don't realize is how much the game changes once you reach the NBA portion. The difficulty spikes noticeably, and you'll need to have upgraded your player significantly to compete at that level. I learned this the hard way when my 70-rated point guard got absolutely torched by Stephen Curry in our first matchup. He dropped 48 points on me, and I'm pretty sure I saw my digital coach facepalming on the sidelines multiple times.
The connection to real basketball heritage that we see in that Philippine reference resonates with MyCareer's approach too. Just as those teams wrote their own history through persistence and smart gameplay, your MyCareer journey becomes your personal basketball legacy. Every buzzer-beater, every hard-fought victory, every endorsement deal earned - they all contribute to a story that's uniquely yours. I've found myself more invested in these virtual careers than I ever expected, sometimes planning my real-life schedule around "making it to practice" in the game.
If there's one piece of advice I'd give to new players, it's to embrace the grind. The path to NBA stardom in 2K20 isn't meant to be easy, and honestly, it shouldn't be. The satisfaction comes from watching your raw prospect transform into a franchise player through dedication and smart decision-making. And when you finally hold that virtual championship trophy after 82 grueling games and a playoff run? Man, that feeling rivals any real sports moment I've experienced. It's basketball storytelling at its finest, hidden behind a menu system that initially seems confusing but ultimately makes the reward feel earned rather than given.