The first details for 2K Sports’ NBA 2K27 were released this morning along with quite an exciting triple cover athlete reveal!
Very much expected, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama will grace the cover of the $69.99 Standard Edition. The Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark will be front and center on the $99.99 Deluxe Edition. And last but not least, Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose will star on the cover of the limited-time $149.99 Ultra Edition.
NBA 2K27 hits the hardwood on the PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC on September 4th, 2026. Those who pre-order the Deluxe/Ultra editions will get Early Access to the title a week before the retail date on Friday, August 28th, 2026… oh and current NBA 2K26 players will get a Loyalty Discount on the Ultra Edition for a limited time as well.
See the cover athlete reveal videos and new media below!
NBA 2K27 Cover Athletes screens/art:
NBA 2K27 | Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark, and Derrick Rose
Today, 2K officially announced the cover athletes for NBA 2K27, the latest iteration of the NBA video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K. Victor Wembanyama, the San Antonio Spurs Center who made history as the NBA’s first-ever unanimous Defensive Player of the Year, will grace the cover of the Standard Edition. Indiana Fever Guard, 2024 Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year, three-time WNBA All-Star starter, and player who has transformed the landscape of women’s basketball, Caitlin Clark will star on the Deluxe Edition. Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose, three-time NBA All-Star and the youngest MVP in NBA history, will be celebrated on the limited-time Ultra Edition.
NBA 2K27 launches September 4 across PlayStation®5 (PS5®), XBOX Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch™ 2. Deluxe Edition or Ultra Edition owners won’t have to wait long as Early Access begins on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM PDT.*
Editions & Pricing**
NBA 2K27 is now available for pre-order on PS5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC, and to wish list on Nintendo Switch 2. The three editions of the game include:
- Standard Edition – $69.99: Featuring Victor Wembanyama, the Standard Edition launches September 4, 2026, and will be available on PS5, XBOX Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
- Deluxe Edition – $99.99: Headlined by Caitlin Clark and available on PS5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC. This edition includes 100,000 VC****; MyCAREER content (25x 6 Types of Skill Boosts, 25x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts, Victor Wembanyama Jersey, Caitlin Clark Jersey, and a 2HR 2XP Coin (MyCAREER)); and MyTEAM content (Full ’27: Series 1 Team Selection, Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack, 5x ’27: Series 1 Packs, and a 2HR 2XP Coin (MyTEAM)). Includes Early Access starting on August 28, 2026, up to one week before worldwide release.*
- Ultra Edition – $149.99 (Limited availability through September 6, 2026): Celebrating Derrick Rose, the Ultra Edition is available on PS5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC. Includes everything in the Deluxe Edition plus an additional 35,000 VC, a Season 1 Pro Pass*****, and the Summer Season Pass Pro Pass Bundle (Seasons 7–9 Pro Pass, releasing in Summer 2027); the Roses Oversize Hoodie in MyCAREER; Premium SKU MyTEAM Player Cards, which includes a guaranteed 98 OVR card (December 2026) and a guaranteed Invincible card (May 2027). NBA 2K26 players who pre-order NBA 2K27 Ultra Edition on the same platform will receive a 10% discount******. Includes Early Access beginning August 28, 2026.
*Early Access begins 9:00 AM PT, August 28. Ultra Edition only available on Playstation®5, XBOX Series X|S and PC through September 6. Availability may vary by region and time zone. See NBA 2K27 FAQ for full early access details.
**Prices based on 2K’s suggested retail price. Actual retail price may vary. See local retailers for more info and availability.
***Offer available until 10 AM PT on August 17. Internet connection and NBA 2K Account required to redeem and use bonus content. For redemption details, see nba.2k.com/2k27/faq/. Terms apply.
****Online play requires an Internet connection and NBA 2K Account. Console online play requires separate paid subscription. Terms apply.
*****NBA 2K27 Pro Passes and Hall of Fame passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet, and NBA 2K account. Paid premium passes unlock additional rewards for the season that are earnable through gameplay. Progress and rewards reset at the end of each season. Availability restrictions apply. For more information on Season Pass, go to https://nba.2k.com/2K27/season-pass-faq/
******Loyalty Discount only available via the Platform Store through September 3, 2026. Ultra Edition is a digital version only available on PS5, XBOX Series X|S & PC. Discount based on 2K’s SRP. Limit 1 per Platform Account. Availability restrictions apply. See retailer site for details and terms. 2K Games is not responsible for fulfillment of Loyalty Discount.