It’s almost tip-off in NBA 2K27! To make sure you’re ready for the court, we’ve put together a roundup of everything you need to know to make sure that your PC is ready to take on the competition.
Get game-ready by checking out our minimum and recommended specs below for NBA 2K27 on PC.
Every hooper knows that greatness never rests. Keep perfecting your game on the go or from the comfort of your couch. We’re proud to share that NBA 2K27 is Steam Deck and Steam Machine verified right from Advanced Access*, meaning you’ll be able to hoop any time and anywhere.
Make the most of every moment by jumping on the court as soon as NBA 2K27 goes live, starting August 26. Release times for Advanced Access and the full launch are below.
Wellington, New Zealand - August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM NZST
Sydney, Australia - August 27, 2026 at 2:00 AM AEST
Tokyo, Japan - August 27, 2026 at 1:00 AM JST
Singapore - August 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM SGT
London, United Kingdom - August 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM BST
New York, United States - August 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT
California, United States - August 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM PDT
Wellington, New Zealand - September 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM NZST
Sydney, Australia - September 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM AEST
Tokyo, Japan - September 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM JST
Singapore - September 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM SGT
London, United Kingdom - September 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM BST
New York, United States - September 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM EDT
California, United States - September 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM PDT
Season 1 in NBA 2K27 is coming soon, and you can beat everyone to the court by pre-loading the game on Steam starting on 9/2 at 10:00 AM PT. Start hooping right when the game becomes available at the official launch on 9/3 at 9:00 PM PDT.
Don’t have a 2K account? Create one early to access all online features, game modes, and synchronized content in NBA 2K27 as soon as the game is available.
Follow the steps here to get started!
Looking for some new teammates? Join the official NBA 2K Discord, where you can find Crew members, connect with fellow hoopers, and stay up to date on the latest NBA 2K27 news. You can also monitor our Issues Tracker, which allows you to check the progress of any bugs and issues.
Connect to NBA 2K anywhere with the official companion app**! From integrated social tools to the full NBA 2K27 MyPLAYER Builder, NBA 2K HQ ensures that you’re always close to the action. NBA 2K HQ launches on August 21, prior to Advanced Access* on August 26, giving you plenty of time to create and upload your MyPLAYER in early, so it’s waiting for you in 2K27.
Play beyond the whistle and lock in around the clock with NBA 2K HQ!
To learn more about NBA 2K27, check out the game reveal stream—a comprehensive overview of what’s coming to the court this year.
For even more in-depth analysis and discussion on NBA 2K27, check out the Courtside Reports! These provide an up-close look at gameplay enhancements, innovative features, and key updates across all of NBA 2K’s game modes.
*Advanced Access begins at 9:00 AM PT, August 26. Availability may vary by region and time zone. See
for full Advanced Access details.
**Loyalty Discount only available via the Platform Store through September 3, 2026. Ultra Edition is a digital version only available on 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.