Nintendo has confirmed that theSwitch 2will receive the latest installment of theNBA 2Kseries this fall. The firstNBA 2Kgame to arrive on the Switch wasNBA 2K18, released in September 2017. Since then, the franchise has consistently launched new entries on the platform, though theNintendo Switchversions have often been criticized for being downgraded to accommodate the aging hardware.
Aprevious Nintendo Directhad already informed fans that theNBA 2Kseries would continue to target the Switch as one of its platforms even after the Switch 2’s release. One of the few remaining concerns among fans is whether the new installments will match current-gen graphics. In other words, fans are eager to know ifNBA 2Kon the Switch 2 will be comparable to the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions now that Nintendo’s console is significantly more advanced.
While few details have been confirmed, Nintendo of America has announced thatNBA 2K26will arrive on the Switch 2 this fall. Although the exact release date hasn’t been revealed, longtime fans know thatNBA 2Kgames typically launch in September. Therefore, it’s safe to assume that the Switch 2 version ofNBA 2K26will release alongside the PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S editions on or around September 5. As for pricing, the Switch 2 version is expected to retail for $70, while the standard Switch version—if a previous-gen release happens—may be priced at $60. There’s also a chance that physical editions will be distributed as game codes, sinceNBA 2Ktitles are known for their large file sizes, which may not fit onNintendo Switch 2 cartridges.
Switch 2 Fans Have Plenty of Questions About the Upcoming NBA 2K26 Release
Historically, the Switch edition ofNBA 2Khas been criticized for several reasons. For one, it has always looked like a heavily downgraded version of the main game. Additionally, like the PC version, it has lacked crossplay support. With the Switch 2 edition on the horizon, fans are eager to know if it will finally match the visual standards of current-gen consoles and allow cross-platform play. Another concern is whether the game will support 60 FPS visuals, which many consider essential forsports titles likeNBA 2K.
Nintendo and 2K Sports have yet to reveal any concrete details about the upcoming game. All players know so far is that thecover athlete forNBA 2K26is rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder and that the game will launch this fall. 2K has also confirmed that pre-orders forNBA 2K26begin on July 9. Switch 2 fans eager to learn more about the series' debut on the platform will need to stay tuned, as 2K is expected to share additional details throughout the week.
Nintendo Switch 2
The successor to 2017’s Nintendo Switch continues down the same path as its predecessor, providing a hybrid experience that supports both home and handheld gaming. Launching on July 02, 2025, with games like Mario Kart World, the basic Nintendo Switch 2 bundle comes with the console, Joy-Con 2, straps for the controller, a dock, an AC adapter, an HDMI cable, and a Joy-Con 2 grip.
