NBA 2K26 Early Access Launched On August 29th - Available Editions And Game Modes

After the excitement of NBA 2K25, NBA 2K26 will launch in September 2025, with early access already live on August 29th! A new game not only marks a fresh start with comprehensive upgrades to mechanics, graphics, and audio, but also introduces even more new ways to play!

So, if you can, we recommend joining the game early through early access to familiarize yourself with the new gameplay faster and gain an advantage over other players!

Below, we'll explain how to prepare for 2K26 early access, combining some known information.

Early Access Duration

NBA 2K26 early access will last for seven days, ending with the official launch on September 5th. The exact start time will vary depending on your time zone.

• West Coast US (PT): August 29 at 10:00 AM - September 5 at 10:00 AM
• Mountain US (MT): August 29 at 10:00 AM - September 5 at 11:00 AM
• Central US (CT): August 29 at 12:00 PM - September 5 at 12:00 PM
• East Coast US (ET): August 29 at 1:00 PM - September 5 at 1:00 PM
• United Kingdom (BST): August 29 at 6:00 PM - September 5 at 6:00 PM
• Central Europe (CEST): August 29 at 7:00 PM - September 5 at 7:00 PM
• Japan (JST): August 30 at 2:00 AM - September 6 at 2:00 AM

How Can You Get Early Access?

As in the past, this year's NBA 2K26 game includes three editions. Except for the standard edition, all other editions provide 7 days of early access and additional benefits, helping you earn more NBA 2K26 MT Coins as soon as the new season begins.

Standard Edition:

• NBA 2K26 base game
• 10,000 VC (pre-order bonus)

Superstar Edition:

• NBA 2K26 base game
• 10,000 VC (pre-order bonus)
• 100,000VC
• 7 days of early access
• Full Series 1 Team Selection (MyTeam)
• Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack (MyTeam)
• 5x Series 1 Packs (MyTeam)
• 2-Hour 2XP Coin (My Team)
• 25 x 6 Types of Skill Boosts (MyCareer)
• 25 x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts (MyCareer)
• 2-Hour 2XP Coin (MyCareer)
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Cover Jersey (MyCareer)

Leave No Doubt Edition:

• NBA 2K26 base game
• 10,000 VC (pre-order bonus)
• 135,000 VC
• 7 days of early access
• Season 1 Pro Pass
• Summer Pass (Season 7-9 Pro Passes)
• Leave No Doubt MyTeam Pack
• Full Series 1 Team Selection (MyTeam)
• Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack (MyTeam)
• 5x Series 1 Packs (MyTeam)
• 2-Hour 2XP Coin (My Team)
• 25 x 6 Types of Skill Boosts (MyCareer)
• 25 x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts (MyCareer)
• 2-Hour 2XP Coin (MyCareer)
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Cover Jersey (MyCareer)
• Puffer Jacket

Additionally, the editions of NBA 2K26 available on different platforms vary, and some platforms do not include Superstar & Leave No Doubt Edition. This means you may not be able to access early access due to platform restrictions.

• PC: All three editions available
• PS5: All three editions available
• Xbox Series X: All three editions available
• Nintendo Switch 2: Standard Edition only
• Nintendo Switch: Standard Edition only

What Modes Can You Play In Early Access?

All modes from the official 2K26 game are available in early access, including classic MyCareer, MyTeam, and MyNBA, as well as the all-new Street Kings mode.

Play Now

In this mode, you can choose from any current, all-time, or All-Star team and play against AI or real players.

Since this mode is more focused on showmanship and fun, the difficulty level is low, so matching with real players, especially your friends, is a better experience.

The W

This mode requires you to create your own player and then guide him or her to the pinnacle of a professional career in WNBA. As your player develops, he or she will compete with other rookies to determine who will become the next basketball icon.

MyTeam

As the name suggests, the gameplay is to create your own team using all current and historical players. Notably, starting in NBA 2K26, you can now add WNBA players to this mode.

To acquire more and better players and continuously strengthen your roster, you need to complete missions and challenges in-game to earn 2K26 MT Points and player packs.

MyCareer

In NBA 2K26, MyCareer, titled Out of Bounds, introduces a brand-new story. In this mode, you can influence player selection, goals, opportunities, and draft placement for a more immersive and realistic experience.

More importantly, MyCareer builds on the skill-based gameplay with new controls, faster gameplay, and even more realistic graphics thanks to ProPLAY technology.

Online Playoffs In MyNBA & MyGM

MyNBA and MyGM allow you to select an NBA team during the season and take control of scouting, drafting, and roster management to lead them to a championship.

NBA 2K26 also introduces Online Playoffs, allowing you to play the playoffs of MyNBA and MyGM online with others.

Street Kings

This mode blends gameplay from other modes, allowing you to test your skills honed in other modes against AI bosses. You can compete solo or in 3vs3 matches to earn rewards across 40 tiers.

Street Kings' courts replace the street courts of NBA 2K25, making the game's open world, typically a city, more streamlined and easier to navigate.

If you're planning to join NBA 2K26 early access, we believe this information will be helpful. We wish you many victories in the new season and the opportunity to build a truly powerful team!