On capable hardware, NBA 2K17 on PC runs at 4K resolution with a solid 60fps, offering a level of visual fidelity that consoles of that generation simply could not match. The player models, sweat physics, and cloth simulation were breathtaking for the time. Even today, running the game on a modern rig with maxed-out settings results in a visual experience that arguably holds up against some modern releases. The modding community further extended this visual lifespan, offering updated rosters, courts, and jerseys long after official support ended.