2K Games has officially announced the release of NBA 2K26, the latest installment in the popular basketball video game series. The game is set to launch globally on September 5, 2025, with early access beginning on August 29, 2025, for players who pre-order the Superstar Edition or the Leave No Doubt Edition.
NBA 2K26 will be available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The Standard Edition is priced at $69.99 for most platforms, with the Nintendo Switch version available for $59.99. A GameStop exclusive WNBA Edition, featuring Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, is priced at $69.99 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Superstar Edition, available for $99.99 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, includes additional content such as 100,000 VC, MyCAREER and MyTEAM bonuses, and early access. The Leave No Doubt Edition, priced at $149.99, offers all the content of the Superstar Edition plus extra bonuses and early access.
The cover athletes for NBA 2K26 have been revealed, highlighting prominent figures in the basketball world. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder point guard and 2024-25 NBA Most Valuable Player, graces the Standard Edition cover. Angel Reese, Chicago Sky forward and WNBA All-Star, is featured on the WNBA Edition cover. Carmelo Anthony, a 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee and 10-time NBA All-Star, appears on the Superstar Edition cover. Additionally, the Leave No Doubt Edition showcases all three athletes together.
NBA 2K26 introduces several new features and improvements to enhance the gaming experience. The game is powered by ProPLAY™, a technology that translates NBA footage into realistic gameplay, providing smoother and more responsive controls. Players can expect immersive modes such as MyCAREER, MyTEAM, and MyNBA, along with authentic gameplay that reflects the latest developments in the NBA.
Fans can pre-order NBA 2K26 now to secure their copy and gain access to exclusive content and early access benefits. With its release just around the corner, NBA 2K26 is set to deliver an exciting and authentic basketball gaming experience for players worldwide.
