NBA 2K26 Early Access: Start Times & Dates by Region Find Out When NBA 2K26 Early Access Starts in Your Region

NBA 2K26 is almost here, and players who have pre-ordered the Superstar or Leave No Doubt Editions will get an exclusive early access window starting on August 29, 2025. This exciting pre-launch period allows fans to dive into the new features, including MyTeam, The City, and more. However, the start times for early access vary by region, so here's a handy guide to know exactly when you can start playing.

🗓️ NBA 2K26 Early Access Start Times

The early access for NBA 2K26 will kick off on August 29, 2025, at 1 PM ET, with a global release happening simultaneously across different regions. Check out the start times based on your location:

Pacific Time (US): 10:00 AM
Mountain Time (US): 10:00 AM
Central Time (US): 12:00 PM
Eastern Time (US): 1:00 PM
United Kingdom (BST): 6:00 PM
Central Europe (CEST): 7:00 PM
Hong Kong: 12:00 AM (August 30)
Japan: 1:00 AM (August 30)
Australia: 2:00 AM (August 30)

🎮 How to Get Early Access

NBA 2K26 early access is available with two premium editions:

Superstar Edition ($99.99)
Leave No Doubt Edition ($149.99)

Both editions offer 7 days of early access, letting you dive into the game before the official release on September 5, 2025. Along with the early start, these editions come packed with bonuses and exclusive cover athletes, making them the best way to get a jumpstart on the season.

🏆 What’s Included in Early Access

With early access, you'll have a week to enjoy NBA 2K26 before its global launch. During this period, you’ll get to explore all the new features, including:

MyTeam changes
The City updates
New player ratings
And more!

If you're itching to get started and don’t mind paying a little extra for the perks, then early access is a great way to experience the latest version of the game.

📦 NBA 2K26 Editions & Pricing

The Superstar Edition and Leave No Doubt Edition are the go-to options for early access. Here’s a quick breakdown of what you get in each:

Superstar Edition ($99.99)
- 7-day early access
- Extra in-game bonuses
- Exclusive cover athlete
Leave No Doubt Edition ($149.99)
- All the perks of the Superstar Edition
- Even more exclusive rewards

For those who prefer the standard game, NBA 2K26 will officially release on September 5, but the early access offers a great way to start the season with a head start.

🌍 NBA 2K26 Systems & Features

NBA 2K26 will be available on a wide range of systems, including:

PC
PlayStation 5 (PS5)
Xbox Series X/S
Nintendo Switch 2 (Note: Available for some regions)

The game runs on Unreal Engine 5, ensuring a high-quality experience across all platforms. Additionally, cross-platform play will be enabled between PS5 and Xbox Series, allowing players to compete across different consoles. Cross-save will also be available within the same console family, making it easy to continue your progress across platforms (e.g., from PS5 to PS4 or Xbox Series to Xbox One).

🔥 Get Ready for NBA 2K26

The wait is almost over! NBA 2K26 early access starts today for players who have opted for the Superstar or Leave No Doubt Edition. With exciting new gameplay features and improvements across MyTeam, The City, and more, it’s the perfect time to get in on the action and be ahead of the competition when the full game officially launches on September 5.