What changed in NBA 2K26 in 2025

First wave of Dark Matter players includes LeBron James, Caitlin Clark, Victor Wembanyama, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and more.

'Tis the Season Packs are now available in MyTEAM.

Enter King of the Court games and climb the leaderboard with your 4 best scores. Rewards based on performance.

Season 3 introduces winter-themed rewards and Las Vegas Aces jersey cards in The W Online.

Unlock 40 additional levels of rewards with the Season 3 Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass.

NBA 2K26 Season 3 features Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham and introduces new gameplay elements.

Earn festive rewards including the Snowflake Ball Trail and Cade Cunningham Jersey Tee during Season 3.

The Park in Season 3 moves to Sunset Beach, featuring a volcano backdrop and a lazy river.

Season 3 features new MyTEAM cards including Level 1 Evolution Kyle Kuzma and Level 40 Galaxy Opal Anthony Edwards.

Season 3 introduces new MyPLAYER builds including Lumpia Doncic and JPforThreee.

Win games, earn Festival Event Cards, and exchange them for elite talent including Galaxy Opal Steph Curry and Shaquille O’Neal.

Includes a Pink Diamond Player, Pink Diamond Pumpkin Event Card, Galaxy Opal Coach Kevin McHale, and more treats.

Add spooky talent to your lineup including Pink Diamond Michael Jordan, Breanna Stewart, Cooper Flagg, and more.

Enter King of the Court games and climb the leaderboard with your 4 best scores. There are 4 tiers of rewards based on performance.

Unlock the Level 40 Pink Diamond Chris Bosh card as a top reward in MyTEAM.

Start your MyTEAM rewards track with the Level 1 Evolution Shaedon Sharpe card.

Earn new cosmetics and items including the Level 18 Low Rider Car and Level 32 Vampire Eyes.

The Park has moved to City Heights, offering a new venue for players to compete and perform.

Unlock additional levels of rewards with the Season 2 Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass.

Celebrate the return of NBA basketball with a 2XREP bonus by wearing your favorite NBA-themed jersey around The City.

New rewards including clothing bundles and MyTEAM player cards available in The W Online.

First batch of featured Community Builds available for players to use in MyPLAYER Builder.

Introduction of new NBA and WNBA cards for players to collect and enhance their MyTEAM lineups.

Upgrade your squad with Pink Diamond Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard, Brittney Griner, and more!

Enhancements made to contest coverages based on gameplay data and community feedback.

Participate every weekend from Friday 3pm PT to Sunday 11:59pm PT. Post your 4 best scores to climb the leaderboard.

MyTEAM now includes WNBA Player Cards, enhancing gameplay with balanced options.

Earn XP in both modes to climb the Season rewards ladder more efficiently.

New seasonal add-ons provide extra tiers of rewards and content.

New challenges and rewards available in The W Online mode during Season 1.

Season 1 introduces Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the cover athlete and features new gameplay elements and rewards.

Level 19 reward includes 'Rumble the Bison' mascot skin for MyPLAYER.

Players can climb from Level 1 to Level 40 in MyCAREER, unlocking thematic items and rewards.

Includes Level 1 Ruby Kelsey Plum, Level 10 Amethyst Steven Adams, and more.

Leaderboards for various modes and geographical regions introduced to track player accomplishments.

Teams can compete in 3v3 and 5v5 tournaments every three weeks.

Parks return with new environments every season, starting with Skyline Park.

Players can easily switch between MyPLAYER builds without leaving The City.

New mode with a single location for streetball competition and leveling up MyPLAYER.

Pocket Bikes and Drift Trikes introduced for racing and competition.

New storyline where players start as a prospect and work their way to the NBA.

New features to reward players for setting and breaking win streaks in the Park.

New challenges introduced for players to earn rewards and cosmetics.

The City features a more accessible layout, new lighting improvements, and redesigned Parks.

Players can form Crews with up to 50 members for rewards and competitions.

New drill options and court customization features added to MyCOURT.

Top REP players in each Park server will be marked with a Park MVP icon.

Players can be drafted based on performance and fit with teams.

Defeat rival WNBA stars to unlock GOAT Challenges and earn points for your all-time ranking.

Participate in press conferences featuring voice recordings and motion capture for deeper immersion.

Begin your WNBA journey with an interactive pre-draft press conference that shapes your career path.

Engage with real-world journalists and pundits as your star power rises in the WNBA.

Earn mascot outfits, VC, and new WNBA Player Cards in multiplayer matches.

A dedicated WNBA Domination tier allows players to compete using only WNBA stars.

Players can now engage in 2v2 co-op games in MyTEAM.

A new MyTEAM Arena showcases player achievements and serves as the starting location.

For the first time, WNBA Player Cards can be collected and played alongside NBA superstars in MyTEAM.

Players can now build coaching staff and unlock powerful badges through a new skill tree.

MyTEAM now includes All-Star Team-Up for 10-player, 5v5 co-op games.

The Triple Threat Park features new aesthetics and gameplay mechanics, including 3v3 courts.

New Game Changer Cards provide special power-ups and increased rewards in MyTEAM.

Salary Cap mode returns with the option for single player games against AI lineups.

A new Gauntlet mode challenges players with increasing difficulty and unique objectives.

King of the Court now features expanded participation criteria and rewards for top players.

New feature allows players to shape their MyPLAYER based on desired Badges.

Max height for MyPLAYERs increased to 7'4" to encourage build diversity.

Enhance MyPLAYER potential in specific skill areas through new quests.

New shader technology improves player skin details, including sweat, lip cracks, and muscle definition.

Expanded crowd variety with unique character models and interactive elements like rally towels and LED wristbands.

Explore new animations, archetypes, and templates in the MyPLAYER Builder.

Commentary shifts tone during critical game moments to enhance the experience.

Fresh animations for pregame shootarounds and updated bench and huddle interactions during stoppages.

A new Animation Glossary helps players make informed decisions about animations.

Presentation of all 7 NBA regular season awards during the first home game after winning.

New Badge Perks enhance Badges beyond their max potential.

All 30 arenas designed to closely match real-world counterparts with unique pregame rituals and features.

Choose from three types of pre-made builds to expedite MyPLAYER creation.

Cap Breakers now provide greater boosts to lower-rated attributes.

New features for capturing highlights, including filter presets for highlight reels.

All-new visual previews for MyPLAYER Body Types available during creation.

New performers and entertainment features during breaks, including mascots and choreographed dances.

Redesigned lighting and new floor shaders enhance the visual experience in NBA arenas.

New Rebirth tiers allow for more progress carryover from existing saves.

Dynamic banners celebrate championship victories and milestones in the game.

Unlock over 40 Takeover-related rewards as you fill your Takeover Meter.

Detailed overlays and custom highlight reels for NBA Cup games enhance the presentation.

Displays best Badges and Attributes of your MyPLAYER build.

AI now actively seeks scoring opportunities through drive-and-kick plays.

Mix and match layup styles from various players for personalized gameplay.

Playbooks now hold more plays to replicate real-world offensive systems.

Visual feedback for well-timed rebound attempts to improve gameplay.

New moves for post players including shimmy floaters and baby hooks.

Full control over shot timing and tempo affecting shooting motion.

Shot timing consistency across all modes with varying difficulty adjustments.

New dynamic motion powered by real-world NBA footage for improved player movement.

More reliable player-to-player collisions enhancing physicality in gameplay.

New tutorial bridging beginner and advanced gameplay techniques.

New controls for quicker decision-making and gameplay flow.

AI defenders adjust positioning based on ball location for better defense.

New location and gameplay features for Triple Threat Park, including community feedback integration.

Introduction of leaderboards and daily updated statues for top players in multiplayer modes.

Introduction of new moves and improved player-to-player contact for a competitive experience.

New immersive story mode with consequences for player choices affecting draft stock.

Championship banners will be displayed in arenas to commemorate victories.

Focus on rewarding skill-based gameplay with improved shot outcomes, blocks, steals, and rebounds.

New Unranked MyGM option allows for importing custom rosters and draft classes.

New Park designs and accessibility improvements for Gen 9 players on PC.

Enhanced MyPLAYER Builder with new tools and insights for better build creation.