Customer Ratings & Reviews

Polished Hoops, Great Feel But Frustrating Rough Edges NBA 2K26 pushes the series forward in meaningful ways: the new motion system and gameplay tweaks make the action smoother, more realistic, and more fun. On-court, dribbling, shooting, and movement feel sharper than before transitions around the rim, post moves, and spacing feel better than past entries.

I LOVE this game tremendously! The graphics and the gameplay is fantastic.

My favorite 2k in a looong time. I only buy the disc version of games so super refreshing to walk into best buy and be able to get a copy without a hassle.

Love this game I play all the time and graphics are great

Realistic motion and gameplay overhaul One of the headline upgrades this year is the ProPLAY Motion Engine, a machine-learning-powered system that delivers smoother and more lifelike player movement on court — from cuts and dribbles to defensive reactions. Animations are more responsive, and the overall feel is closer to actual NBA basketball than in recent installments

Is the best game nba 2k26Good graphics and good updates

Great game Best Buy!!!!! Awesome title the best game out there

Nba 2K26 Way Better This Year You Can Feel The Difference in A Good Way

made me want to game more . I love 2 K so much now

Good game that plays well. Best buy had a good deal. Delivery dropped item at the correct home. No issues.

My grandson was extremely pleased with his Christmas presents he received this game plus $100 gift card for games..

Much cheaper than digital version. It was one of many Christmas gifts for my son! He like the game and I do the price)))

I’ve played this series for years, and this is honestly one of the strongest versions they’ve released in a long time. The gameplay feels noticeably smoother and more responsive—especially movement and ball control—which makes a huge difference whether you’re playing casually or competitively. What really stood out to me is how much more realistic the game feels. Player animations are cleaner, AI decision-making is smarter, and the overall pacing feels more like an actual game rather than something overly arcade-like. Defense finally feels like it requires skill and timing instead of just luck, which I appreciate. The graphics are also impressive—player likeness, crowd detail, and arena atmosphere all feel more immersive. You can tell they put effort into the presentation this year. That said, it’s not perfect. Some modes still feel a bit repetitive over time, and there’s definitely room for improvement in terms of rewards and progression balance. But the core gameplay improvements make up for a lot of that. Overall, if you’re a fan of the series or even just sports games in general, this is absolutely worth picking up. It’s fun, competitive, and keeps you coming back for “just one more game.”

As someone who hasn’t played 2K since 2023, I wasn’t sure what to expect — but NBA 2K26 on PS4 exceeded my expectations. The gameplay is noticeably better: smoother animations, more realistic movement, and better overall flow. The graphics are phenomenal, from player likeness to arena detail. It really feels immersive. On top of that, the game has so many features and modes that there’s always something to do. Definitely worth the upgrade.

I always get NBA 2K every year eventually. It’s like comfort food, I’m not a hardcore player and never really play online. It’s perfect for me and a good way to take a break from investing time in an RPG or something. The graphics are good and I like the gameplay. I caught it on a sale and think it’s worth it for someone that’s not a hardcore gamer.

My Overall Thoughts If you care about realism, presentation, and having a wide range of modes (career, team-building, classic NBA simulation), then NBA 2K26 on PS5 delivers in a big way. For me, it often feels like I’m playing a televised NBA game — immersive, exciting, and fun. But if you dislike microtransactions, or expect consistent “easy wins,” or prefer arcade-style simplicity, some aspects can be annoying. All in all — NBA 2K26 is a strong pick for basketball fans who appreciate realism and depth. It’s not perfect, but for what it offers, it’s worth playing.

Love the game I play everyday and its not difficult to pick up on it

NBA 2K26 looks amazing on PS5. Gameplay feels smoother, player movements are realistic, and the new MyCareer mode is really fun. Definitely worth upgrading if you love basketball games.

Graphics are great and gameplay is amazing. Slightly better than last year's edition.

Best 2k ever great graphics and smooth gameplay. Love it