Chicago veteran emcee Twista [click to read] has gained profile the last year through his video game reviews and blogs, many appearing on HipHopDX [click to read]. Today it was confirmed that the gaming community will honor the Speedknot Mobsta with a featured role in NBA 2K10.

Appearing in Streetball mode, the rapper will be a selectable player. Other Hip Hop talents, including Kanye West, The Game and Asher Roth are also available.

I’ve always been a fan of the 2K series,” said Twista. “So when they approached us about having me in the game as a character there was no reason I could say no.

The rapper’s latest release, Category F5 [click here] remains on the Top 200 selling albums, and is in stores now.