Can You Gift VC in NBA 2K23?
As an avid NBA 2K gamer and content creator, this is one of the most common questions I receive – and unfortunately, the direct answer is no, you cannot gift VC between accounts in NBA 2K23.
However, that doesn‘t mean there aren‘t creative workarounds and loopholes for getting VC to your friends – you just have to know where to look! In this guide, I‘ll break down everything you need to know regarding gifting VC in 2K23, including official policies, gray market tactics, and more.
Why Can‘t You Transfer VC Between Accounts?
First, let‘s quickly understand 2K‘s official VC gifting policy.
According to 2K‘s support site, Virtual Currency wallets and balances are tied to individual platform accounts and cannot be transferred in any way between users. This restriction applies both across console platforms and separate game versions:
"VC earned or purchased in one version of NBA 2K will not transfer to another version of NBA 2K on the same or different gaming platforms."
The table below summarizes the VC transfer limitations:
| Can you transfer VC… | Possible? |
|---|---|
| Across console platforms (PS5 to Xbox Series X) | No |
| Across game versions (2K22 to 2K23) | No |
| Between user accounts on the same platform | No |
This locked-in VC system exists so 2K can continue monetizing VC purchases per account rather than allowing users to trade VC that‘s already been paid for. It helps safeguard their biz model.
However, that hasn‘t stopped dedicated fans from finding creative workarounds…
Purchasing 2K23 VC Gift Cards
Currently, the only officially sanctioned way to indirectly "gift" VC is by purchasing a Virtual Currency gift card code from retailers like Amazon or the 2K store:
These gift card codes can be redeemed for the specified amount of VC (typically ranges from 15k VC to 450k VC denominations) at the NBA 2K23 Home Menu.
By purchasing a gift card code for your friend, you essentially enable them to redeem VC that you paid for. It‘s not quite gifting VC from your account, but rather gifting them new VC.
Pro Tip: VC gift card prices can vary between retailers, so make sure to shop around for the best deal. Stock up during sales around the holidays for maximum savings!
Participate in VC Giveaways
As an influencer in the 2K space myself, I often run community VC giveaways for my followers and subscribers. The most common format is:
- Followers react to the giveaway post and provide their Gamertag/PSN ID in the comments
- I purchase the advertised amount of VC and directly apply it to the winner‘s account
So while users still can‘t directly trade their existing VC balances, giveaways allow you to gift new VC purchases tied to your own funding source. It promotes engagement and lets fans level up their MyPlayer!
I‘m hosting monthly 100k VC giveaways over on my TikTok channel in 2024 – go give me a follow if you want to enter!
Third-Party Services: Tread Carefully
Beyond official channels, a cottage industry has emerged around gray/black market VC selling services. You can find various Discord servers and social profiles offering VC funding in exchange for in-game items or even real money.
However, it‘s critical to note these services directly violate 2K‘s Terms of Service. They often leverage stolen payment info, hacked accounts or exploited loopholes which could disappear without notice.
While it can be tempting to use these services purely to gift friends some VC, you‘re putting your entire 2K account at risk. I don‘t recommend it.
At the end of the day, there‘s no fully sanctioned method for directly gifting VC from one account to another in NBA 2K23. But hopefully this guide provided some legitimate workarounds I personally use and recommend check out if you really want to suprise your crew with some free VC!
Let me know if you have any other questions – and good luck on the courts this year!
