What time does NBA 2K21 release?
Assuming NBA 2K21 follows the same release pattern as other franchise titles, the game will likely release at 12 a.m. EDT September 4 in North America and 12 a.m. local time everywhere else. That means those who live on the West Coast should technically be able to start playing NBA 2K21 at 9 p.m. PDT September 3.
It’s worth noting that 2K has not provided an official release time for NBA 2K21 at the time of publication, but we’ll update this article with additional information if it becomes available.
NBA 2K21 Preload Details
For those who’d like to start playing NBA 2K21 as soon as possible, you might be interested in a preload. Here are the steps required to get that task done on most platforms. Preloading is live for all editions of the game.
All Platforms: As long as you’ve already pre-ordered the game, you should be able to go to the NBA 2K21 store page on the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, Steam or Nintendo eShop to begin a preload. If you’re just buying the game now, the preload should start automatically. PS4: Scroll to your Library and select NBA 2K21. There should be an option to download on the game’s page. Xbox One: NBA 2K21 should be listed in the “ready to install” area of Games & Apps. Switch: NBA 2K21 should be part of your game library. Press the little cloud button to begin the download.
Once finished, the download will unlock at the time of release.
NBA 2K21 Editions
If you’re still trying to figure out which version of NBA 2K21 is right for you, here’s a quick recap of all the editions you can purchase leading up to launch.
Standard ($59.99) - Pre-Order Bonuses Only
5,000 VC5,000 MyTeam PointsMyPlayer Shoe CollectionSix Skill BoostsThree Gatorade BoostsDamian Lillard MyTeam Free Agent CardLillard MyPlayer t-shirtSpecial MyPlayer watch
Mamba Forever ($99)
Pre-Order Bonuses
Lillard Free Agent CardLillard MyPlayer t-shirtSpecial MyPlayer WatchZion Williamson Free Agent CardWilliamson MyPlayer JerseyWilliamson Dunk Animation pack
Other permanent perks
Next-gen upgrade100,000 VC10,000 MyTeam Points10 MyTeam Tokens40 MyTeam Promo PacksSapphire Lillard MyTeam CardSapphire Williamson MyTeam Card60 Skill Boosts30 Gatorade BoostsShoe CollectionSprayground BackpackFive Kobe MyPlayer ShoesThree Kobe MyPlayer JerseysBlack Mamba MyPlayer UniformRookie Lakers MyTeam JerseysBlack Mamba Custom MyTeam JerseysSapphire Kobe MyTeam CardFive Kobe MyTeam Shoes
That’s all you need to know about the release time, preloads and editions of NBA 2K21 leading up to launch.
NBA 2K21 is available September 4 on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC and Stadia.
What are you hoping to see in NBA 2K21? Will you be playing this game as soon as it releases? Tell us in the comments section!
