NBA 2K26 (AppID: 3472040)
NBA 2K26: The Ultimate Basketball Experience on Steam
NBA 2K26 maintains a green-rated player base.
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NBA 2K26 - World of 2K - EN - ESRB
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Player Health
Stable player base with low churn risk.
Multiplayer Viability
Strong player base for matchmaking.
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Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 50th percentile.
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System Requirements
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-Bit (latest update)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-9100 or AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 5 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 5500 XT 4 GB or Intel® Arc™ A580
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 110 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD Required. Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2019. In order to play NBA 2K26 on PC, you need a processor capable of supporting AVX2 and a graphics card capable of supporting DirectX feature level 12.0.
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 11 64-Bit (latest update)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-10600 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2070 8 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 8 GB or Intel® Arc™ A770
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 110 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD Required. Dual-analog Gamepad recommended. Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributable 2019. In order to play NBA 2K26 on PC, you need a processor capable of supporting AVX2 and a graphics card capable of supporting DirectX feature level 12.0.
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*languages with full audio support
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About This Game
Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
Detailed Description
NBA 2K26 Superstar Edition

This edition includes virtual currency, MyTEAM content, MyCAREER content, and more:
100,000 VC
MyTEAM
Full Series 1 Team Selection
Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack
5x Series 1 Packs
2-Hour 2XP Coin
MyCAREER
25x 6 Types of Skill Boosts
25x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts
2-Hour 2XP Coin
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Cover Jersey
Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now—leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
*Internet connection and NBA 2K Account required to redeem and use bonus content. Terms apply.
NBA 2K26 SLAM Edition

The SLAM Edition* includes additional MyCAREER and MyTEAM bonus content, plus Virtual Currency:
- 35,000 VC
- Full Series 1 Team Selection
- Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack
- 5x Series 1 Packs
- 2-Hour 2XP Coin
- 10x 6 Types of Skill Boosts (10 Games)
- 10x 3 Gatorade Boosts (10 Games)
- SLAM Cover Athletes Shirt
*Internet connection and NBA 2K Account required to redeem and use bonus content. Terms apply. Play Now, MyNBA, and The W are available offline. All other game modes and features require Internet connection and may require online account registration (varies 13+).
About the Game

Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER*, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
POWERED BY ProPLAY™
Dominate every possession with immersive technology that directly translates NBA footage into realistic gameplay. Feel more connected to every dribble and crossover with revamped size-ups and experience fast-paced, dynamic movement with all-new ProPLAY features.
SQUAD UP IN THE CITY
Build a transcendent MyPLAYER and climb the competitive ranks to reach the pinnacle of NBA stardom in an all-new MyCAREER journey. Team up with friends in a stunning, streamlined City, earn recognition and increase your REP, and battle rival squads for Park supremacy.
UNITE STARS IN MyTEAM
Collect and compete with NBA and WNBA superstars in MyTEAM. Assemble a star-studded roster, put your dream team to the test in new single-player and multiplayer modes, and acquire new cards to make your MyTEAM fantasy a reality.
YOUR TEAM, YOUR STORY
Lead an NBA franchise as a General Manager in MyNBA. Choose from all 30 teams, experience 30 unique MyGM storylines with real-world inspiration, and chase the ultimate goal: to win a championship. Influence the future of the sport and leave an indelible mark on the league.
*Internet connection and NBA 2K Account required to redeem and use bonus content. Terms apply.
Play Now, MyNBA, and The W are available offline. All other game modes and features require Internet connection and may require online account registration (varies 13+).
About the Game

Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER*, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
POWERED BY ProPLAY™
Dominate every possession with immersive technology that directly translates NBA footage into realistic gameplay. Feel more connected to every dribble and crossover with revamped size-ups and experience fast-paced, dynamic movement with all-new ProPLAY features.
SQUAD UP IN THE CITY
Build a transcendent MyPLAYER and climb the competitive ranks to reach the pinnacle of NBA stardom in an all-new MyCAREER journey. Team up with friends in a stunning, streamlined City, earn recognition and increase your REP, and battle rival squads for Park supremacy.
UNITE STARS IN MyTEAM
Collect and compete with NBA and WNBA superstars in MyTEAM. Assemble a star-studded roster, put your dream team to the test in new single-player and multiplayer modes, and acquire new cards to make your MyTEAM fantasy a reality.
YOUR TEAM, YOUR STORY
Lead an NBA franchise as a General Manager in MyNBA. Choose from all 30 teams, experience 30 unique MyGM storylines with real-world inspiration, and chase the ultimate goal: to win a championship. Influence the future of the sport and leave an indelible mark on the league.
*Internet connection and NBA 2K Account required to redeem and use bonus content. Terms apply.
Play Now, MyNBA, and The W are available offline. All other game modes and features require Internet connection and may require online account registration (varies 13+).