Mamba Forever; The NBA is honoring Kobe Bryant in another big way, making him the cover athlete for the 2021 edition of it’s most popular video game.
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Officials at NBA 2K have just announced that Kobe will be featured on the cover of NBA 2K21 with the release of two graphic designs; one for PlayStation 4 consoles and one for PlayStation 5 consoles.
In a statement, the company says it wanted to pay tribute to Kobe for the legacy he left after his tragic passing back in January.
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“Kobe Bryant holds a special place in the hear of every basketball fan,” the statement reads. “Someone who truly left everything on the court; where his achievements range from legendary to seemingly impossible.”
The new game is being called the “Mamba Forever Edition”; and is expected to Come with special features, including Kobe gear for virtual players.
“The Mamba Forever Edition celebrates Kobe’s lifelong pursuit of victory and legacy; and immortalizes him with two unique custom covers honoring the span of his career,” the statement continues. “For the current generation version of the game, Kobe is shown wearing #8; from his days as a bold and brash rookie. In the next-generation cover art, he is shown wearing #24; the number he played his final game in: his iconic 60-point performance.”
The game is scheduled to be released in September.