NBA 2K for the Sega Dreamcast is a basketball simulation game that marks the beginning of the popular '2K' sports franchise. Falling under the sports genre, this title was a standout upon its release in 1999 for its realistic player models, smooth animations, and deeply engaging gameplay that closely mimics the National Basketball Association experience. The term Sega All-Stars denotes it as one of the console's highlighted games, showcasing advanced graphics and AI for its time. It was developed by Visual Concepts and published by Sega, offering both single-player and multiplayer modes.