NBA 2K26 Announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2: Release Date, Editions, and Features Detailed

Publisher 2K and renowned developer Visual Concepts have officially announced NBA 2K26, the latest installment in the acclaimed NBA 2K franchise, set to launch on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.

Mark your calendars: NBA 2K26 will be available worldwide beginning September 5, 2025.

NBA 2K26 is poised to push the boundaries of basketball simulation, building on decades of innovation from Visual Concepts.

Fans on Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Switch 2 can look forward to an enhanced experience, with full support on both consoles at launch.

Four Unique NBA 2K26 Editions Revealed The announcement details four distinct editions, each featuring its own cover athlete and tailored content: Standard Edition: Priced at $69.99 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, and at $59.99 for the current Nintendo Switch.

Available across all platforms, this edition delivers the core NBA 2K26 experience. WNBA Edition: Retailing for $69.99, this version focuses on the Women’s National Basketball Association.

The WNBA Edition is exclusive to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, available only in North America through GameStop. Superstar Edition: At $99.99, this premium edition is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Players will benefit from 100,000 Virtual Currency (VC), various MyCAREER bonuses, MyTEAM content, and early access to NBA 2K26 a full week before the official release. Leave No Doubt Edition: For the dedicated enthusiast, the Leave No Doubt Edition is the most comprehensive, priced at $149.99 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

This package includes all content from the Superstar Edition plus an additional 35,000 VC, exclusive MyTEAM packs and cards, Season 1 Pro Pass, Summer Pass (covering Seasons 7–9, releasing in Summer 2026), and special in-game items such as a MyCAREER Puffer Jacket.

NBA 2K25 owners who pre-order this edition on the same platform will receive a 10% discount.

Like the Superstar Edition, early access starts a week prior to global launch. Gameplay and Feature Innovations With NBA 2K26, the series pioneers new possibilities, particularly for Gen 9 consoles.

Enhanced by all-new ProPLAY features, players on supported hardware—such as Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series—will experience lifelike on-court action, including revitalized dribble moves and responsive player animations.

The updated MyCAREER mode invites fans to create a dynamic MyPLAYER and embark on a revamped journey to NBA stardom.

Meanwhile, MyTEAM introduces new single-player and multiplayer challenges, and MyNBA delivers 30 unique management storylines for aspiring general managers. A representative for 2K commented that NBA 2K26 brings every aspect of basketball to the forefront, providing deep gameplay and a more immersive career mode for players everywhere.

Fans should stay tuned, as additional details on NBA 2K26’s features and cover athletes will be revealed in the coming weeks. NBA 2K26's arrival on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 underscores Visual Concepts’ commitment to evolving the basketball simulation genre on both current and next-gen platforms.

For more information and future updates, visit the official NBA 2K and Nintendo eShop pages.

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