Open Extended Reactions2K and Visual Concepts are looking for graphical improvements with every new NBA 2K game and the upcoming iteration of the series is no different. A new shader allows NBA 2K26 to portray things like sweat on athletes' bodies and dehydration leading to small cracks forming on their lips. In the same vein, the crowd model diversity has been expanded for NBA 2K26 with many fans wearing jerseys of current pros or legendary players. Along with mascots, halftime shows, new commentators, and player interactions, NBA 2K26 is certainly upping its presentation game. NBA 2K26 will be released on Sep. 5, 2025 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.