Like clockwork, NBA 2K23 launches every September and reignites the age-old debate of who’s overrated, who’s underrated, and how the series’ latest iteration feels according to the passionate fandom. This year, NBA 2K23 muddies those waters in an interesting way. Not only will players take the court with modern superstars like Steph Curry and Kevin Durant, but they’ll also be able to travel back to the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s and play as legends like Bird, Duncan, and Iverson. For more on these new features, as well as details on the NBA 2K23 release date, preorder details, and more, here’s everything we know so far about NBA 2K23.
NBA 2K23 release date
Visual Concepts’ sim launches just before the real NBA season does every year, and this fall, that means you can find it in stores on September 8 for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Xbox One, PS4, and PC. For what seems like the first time in a while, there’s no way to unlock early access for the game, despite the number of different editions of the game we’ve outlined below.
Cover stars
The reveal of a sports game’s cover star is always a topic of conversation, and NBA 2K is a series that often gives the cover treatment to several stars each year. This year, there are three different covers showcasing four total athletes.