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- “NBA 2K22” will be released on September 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
- Available editions include: NBA 75th Anniversary, WNBA 25th Anniversary, Cross-Gen, and Standard.
- The stars of the game’s cover include players like Luka Doncic, Candace Parker, Kevin Durant, and more.
NBA 2K22 Standard Edition is available for PS5 ($ 70), Xbox Series X | S ($ 70), PS4 ($ 60), Xbox One ($ 60), Nintendo Switch ($ 60), and PC ($ 60 ). You can select the desired console version on the retailer listing page.
“NBA 2K22”, the world’s best basketball simulation game, launches September 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch and PC. Special editions of the game are available to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NBA and the 25th anniversary of the WNBA.
Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic graces the cover of the Standard Edition, while the 75th Anniversary Edition features Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant, Mavericks eternal great Dirk Nowitzki and all-time top scorer in the NBA Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Chicago Sky forward Candace Parker is the first WNBA player to appear on an “NBA 2K” cover, appearing in the 25th Anniversary edition of the WNBA.
Players interested in upgrading their game from PS4 to PS5 or Xbox One to Xbox Series X | S will need to purchase the cross-gen digital version of the game from the respective console store for $ 80.
In the past, 2K gave pre-ordering customers a chance to play the game a few days earlier, but “NBA 2K22” will be released for all versions simultaneously. All players who pre-order “NBA 2K22” will receive in-game rewards when it launches, provided they purchase by September 10.
What’s new in ‘NBA 2K22?’
“NBA 2K” saw major graphics improvements with the move to the next-gen PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X | S consoles last year. “NBA 2K22” further optimizes these visuals on new consoles, while gamers on PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC can expect improved animations over last year’s game.
The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions will also allow players to explore a new urban environment in the game’s MyCareer and Neighborhood modes. Meanwhile, Neighborhood Mode on PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC will be featured on a cruise ship.
All versions of “NBA 2K22″ feature seasonal rewards in multiple modes, enticing players to complete tasks and unlock in-game items. Each season will run for six weeks, with nine total seasons of rewards slated before the release of ” NBA 2K23 “.
“NBA 2K22” will also include more robust features for WNBA modes, such as improved progression during the season and MyCareer modes, and easier matchmaking with friends when playing online. 2K Games plans to release more details on MyCareer mode and gameplay changes in the days leading up to release.
‘NBA 2K22’ Pre-Order Packs
“NBA 2K22” will launch with four different editions on September 10. Each edition includes pre-order bonuses, but they vary depending on the version you purchase.
The standard version of “NBA 2K22” starts at $ 60 on Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Players on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X | S will need to pay $ 70. If you think you’ll be upgrading to a PS5 or Xbox Series X | S in the future, you can pay $ 80 for the cross-gen package (PlayStation, Xbox) to access “NBA 2K22” on the go. and next-generation consoles without having to buy the game back.
The $ 100 NBA 75th Anniversary Edition of “NBA 2K22” offers the most rewards, while the $ 70 WNBA 25th Anniversary Edition offers the same rewards as the Standard Edition, but with special coverage featuring Candace Parker which is only available on GameStop or the 2K store.
Here’s a full breakdown of the pre-order packs for each ‘NBA 2K22’ edition.
Standard edition ‘NBA 2K22’
- Price: PS5 ($ 70), Xbox Series X | S ($ 70), all other platforms ($ 60)
- Virtual currency: 5,000 VC
- MyTeam points and tokens: 5,000 MyTeam points
- My Team packs: 10 MyTeam promotional packs (one per week)
- MyCareer boosts: A boost for each type of MyCareer skill
- Gatorade boosts: A boost for each type of Gatorade boost
- MyTeam Cards: 95 Rated free agent Luka Doncic MyTeam card
- MyPlayer Rewards: Luka Doncic MyPlayer Jersey
NBA 2K22 Standard Edition is available for PS5 ($ 70), Xbox Series X | S ($ 70), PS4 ($ 60), Xbox One ($ 60), Nintendo Switch ($ 60), and PC ($ 60 ). You can select the desired console version on the retailer listing page.
‘NBA 2K22’ cross-generation edition
- Price: PS4 / PS5 ($ 80), Xbox One / Xbox Series X | S ($ 80)
- Virtual currency: N / A
- MyTeam points and tokens: 10,000 MyTEAM points, 10 MyTeam tokens
- My Team packs: 22 MyTEAM promotional packs (receive 10 at launch, then three per week for four weeks), 10 MyTEAM tokens
- MyCareer boosts: 10 boosts for each type of MyCareer skill boost
- Gatorade boosts: 10 boosts for each type of Gatorade boost
- MyTeam Cards: Sapphire Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dirk Nowitzki and Kevin Durant; Jordan Diamond shoe; and Coach pack MyTeam card
- MyPlayer Rewards: MyPlayer backpack and cuffs, personalized skateboard, four athlete t-shirts
‘NBA 2K22’ 75th Anniversary Edition
- Price: All platforms ($ 100)
- Virtual currency: 100,000 VC
- MyTeam points and tokens: 10,000 MyTEAM points, 10 MyTeam tokens
- My Team packs: 22 MyTEAM promotional packs (receive 10 at launch, then three per week for four weeks), 10 MyTEAM tokens
- MyCareer boosts: 10 boosts for each type of MyCareer skill boost
- Gatorade boosts: 10 boosts for each type of Gatorade boost
- MyTeam Cards: Sapphire Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dirk Nowitzki and Kevin Durant; Jordan Diamond shoe; and Coach pack MyTeam card
- MyPlayer Rewards: MyPlayer backpack and cuffs, personalized skateboard, four athlete t-shirts
‘NBA 2K22’ 25th Anniversary Edition of the WNBA
- Price: PS5 ($ 70), Xbox Series X | S ($ 70)
- Virtual currency: 5,000 VC
- MyTeam points and tokens: 5,000 MyTeam points
- My Team packs: 10 MyTeam promotional packs (one per week)
- MyCareer boosts: A boost for each type of MyCareer skill
- Gatorade boosts: A boost for each type of Gatorade boost
- MyTeam Cards: 95 Rated free agent Luka Doncic MyTeam card
- MyPlayer Rewards: Luka Doncic MyPlayer Jersey