2K Sports has confirmed that NBA 2K27 will skip the PlayStation 4 entirely, marking a shift toward current-gen hardware. The title is scheduled for a worldwide release on September 4, 2026, exclusively for the PlayStation 5.
Quick Facts
- Release Date: September 4, 2026 (August 28, 2026 for early access).
- Platform: PlayStation 5 only.
- Standard Edition Price: $69.99.
- Deluxe Edition Price: $99.99.
- Ultra Edition Price: $149.99.
Cover Athletes
The publisher has unveiled three distinct cover athletes for this year's installment. San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will feature on the Standard Edition, while WNBA standout Caitlin Clark fronts the Deluxe Edition. Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose has been selected for the cover of the Ultra Edition.
Edition Details and Pricing
The Deluxe Edition ($99.99) includes 100,000 VC, various MyCAREER skill and Gatorade boosts, jerseys for Wembanyama and Clark, a 2HR 2XP Coin for MyCAREER, and several MyTEAM items including a team selection pack and five '27: Series 1 packs. It also provides early access starting August 28, 2026.
The Ultra Edition ($149.99) contains all content from the Deluxe Edition, plus an additional 35,000 VC, a Season 1 Pro Pass, and a Summer Season Pass Pro Pass Bundle covering seasons 7 through 9. It also features a Roses Oversize Hoodie for MyCAREER and premium MyTEAM player cards, including a guaranteed 98 OVR card for December 2026 and a guaranteed Invincible card for May 2027. Players who currently own NBA 2K26 and pre-order the Ultra Edition on the same platform are eligible for a 10 percent discount.
Upcoming Reveals
While the developer has confirmed the return of modes such as MyTEAM and The City, specific gameplay details remain limited. A full gameplay reveal is scheduled for July 28, 2026. Further information regarding the game's mechanics and features is expected to be released in the weeks leading up to the September launch.