One of the most popular game modes in the NBA 2K franchise is MyTeam–2K’s version of EA’s Ultimate Team–in which players can build their own super squads using player cards purchased in packs or earned through in-game challenges. NBA 2K26 is looking to improve on the MyTeam experience with a groundbreaking addition, as the players and teams of the WNBA will be available in the mode for the first time ever.
WNBA players will be “fully integrated” into MyTeam in this year’s NBA 2K game, which will allow players to mix and match current and legendary WNBA players with players from the NBA. Attributes and Badges will work the same for all players regardless of gender, according to the official announcements, in an effort to ensure a “balanced, consistent gameplay experience no matter who is on the court.”
WNBA team jerseys and court floors will also be added for players to unlock in the game mode–though the MyTeam versions of the WNBA court floors will have an NBA-regulation three-point line. New commentary has been recorded to reflect the new pool of MyTeam players, with featured voices including Kevin Harlan, Greg Anthony, and Stan Van Gundy.
Other new features for NBA 2K26’s MyTeam mode include new Game Changer cards with special power-ups, the return of NBA 2K15’s Sunset Beach court for the Triple Threat Park mode, and a new mode called Breakout: Gauntlet, where players run a gauntlet of challenges using their entire MyTeam collection. The catch is simple: Each card can only be used once per run, and the further down the gauntlet a player goes, the better the rewards they’ll receive.
NBA 2K26 is set to launch September 5 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Preorders for the standard and deluxe editions–including the premium Leave No Doubt Edition–are available now.
