NBA 2K21 is available to download right NOW!
Although current-gen is out; you are still able to pre-order next -gen!
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Here's a guide on all the editions and what they offer.
Latest News - Review In Progress
Since the current-gen version of NBA 2K21 is now playable around the world, we are already working on our review!
You can head over here to get out views on the latest title from 2K Games.
Next-Gen Digital Pre-Orders Available Now!
For players looking ahead, you can now pre-order the Next-Gen Standard Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X!
GOING DIGITAL: If you're looking to pre-order a digital version of NBA 2K21 for Xbox Series X, it's now live!
At the moment if you're looking for a digital version, you can only pre-order it for the Xbox Series X, which is available through the Microsoft Store.
NBA 2K21 Pre-Orders
Unlike the usual trio of editions, there are two editions this year – Standard and Mamba Forever Edition.
Current-Gen Standard Edition Pre-Order - Pre-Order's Over!
Although NBA 2K21 is no longer available to pre-order for current-gen players, you can still check out all the rewards/bonuses you may have missed.
The game will come with the unique pick of Damian Lillard on the cover, an accolade that was long overdue.
GAME Pre-order (UK)
Pre-order from GAME now on either PS4 or Xbox One and receive the following bonuses:
- 5000 Virtual Currency
- 5000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo packs (Delivered one a week)
- 9 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 5 pair Shoe Collection
- Cover Athlete Digital Collection
- A GAME Exclusive NBA or LayUp Basketball
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 pre-orders are officially open!
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 Standard Edition on PS4 or Xbox One
Amazon Pre-order (USA, UK & more)
Alternatively, you can pre-order the Standard Edition from Amazon for £59.99 / $59.99 and receive the following extras:
- 5000 Virtual Currency
- 5000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo packs (delivered one a week)
- 9 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 5 pair Shoe Collection
- Cover Athlete Digital Collection
- 1 MyTEAM Promo Pack
- 6 Skill Boosts
- 3 Gatorade boosts
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 with Amazon Exclusive DLC
However, the Standard Edition does not include dual-access to next-gen and the game will set you back £64.99 / $70 on PS5 and Xbox Series X.
So, if you’re looking at upgrading your console, the special Mamba Forever Edition is the much better option to go for.
NBA 2K21 Mamba Forever Edition Pre-Order
For NBA 2K21, the Legend Edition is replaced by the Mamba Forever Edition, celebrating the late great Kobe Bryant.
Kobe Bryant’s list of achievements in basketball is endless and the Lakers legend is more than deserving of being immortalized through this special NBA 2K21 edition.
The Mamba Forever Edition costs £84.99 / $100 and includes:
- 100,000 Virtual Currency
- 10,000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Tokens
- 60 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 40 MyTEAM Promo Packs (10 at launch, then 3 per week)
- 2 Sapphire MyTEAM Standard Edition Cover Athlete Cards
- MyPLAYER Shoe Collection
- MyPLAYER 72 HR 2X REP Boost
- MyPLAYER backpack and ball
- Mamba Forever Edition Cover Athlete Digital Collection
IMMORTALISED: The late great Kobe Bryant has been honoured in the upcoming 2K game
GAME Pre-order (UK)
Pre-order from GAME now on either PS4 or Xbox One and receive all of the above and the following bonuses:
- 5000 Virtual Currency
- 5000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo packs (Delivered one a week)
- 9 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 5 pair Shoe Collection
- Cover Athlete Digital Collection
- A GAME Exclusive NBA or LayUp Basketball
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 Mamba Forever Edition on PS4 or Xbox One
Amazon Pre-order (USA & Spain)
Alternatively, you can pre-order the Mamba Forever Edition from Amazon for $99.99 / €99.99 and receive the following extras:
- 100,000 Virtual Currency
- 10,000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Tokens
- 60 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 40 MyTEAM Promo Packs (10 at launch, then 3 per week)
- Sapphire Damian Lillard and Zion Williamson MyTEAM cards
- MyPLAYER Shoe Collection
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 Mamba Forever Edition
The Mamba Forever Edition includes dual-access meaning if you purchase iton either current or next-generation platforms, you will get a free copy of the standard edition game on the other generation.
We will update this article with a pre-order link for the Mamba Forever Edition as soon as possible.
Next-Gen Pre-orders
If you're looking to play NBA 2K21 on Next-Gen consoles but don't want to pay for the Mamba Forever Edition, then you can pre-order your Next-Gen copy below:
- Pre-order NBA 2K21 Standard Edition for PS5 here
- Pre-order NBA 2K21 Standard Edition for Xbox Series X here
NEXT-GEN: Zion Williamson is the cover star for Next-Gen
Carry over Progress to Next-Gen
NBA 2K21will feature MyTEAM Cross-Progression and a Shared VC Wallet within the same console family (PS4 to PS5, Xbox One to Xbox Series X).
This means that if you pre-order the Mamba Forever Edition on current-gen, any MyTeam bonus/progress will carry over to your new console.
READ MORE: Absolutely everything you need to know about NBA 2K21
This is unfortunately not the Dual Entitlement system many were hoping for, which will allow players to get a free next-gen upgrade for Madden 21 and FIFA 21 after purchasing current-gen versions of the game.
But it's backed by NBA 2K21 being developed specifically with next gen consoles in mind for unique features and more.
NBA 2K21 Nintendo Switch Pre-Order
2K's upcoming title is also available to pre-order and play on the Nintendo Switch!
There is just one edition for the Switch which can be pre-ordered here.
If you pre-order from GAME you will recieve the following bonuses:
- 5000 Virtual Currency
- 5000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo packs (Delivered one a week)
- 9 MyCAREER Skill Boosts
- 5 pair Shoe Collection
- Cover Athlete Digital Collection
- A GAME Exclusive NBA or LayUp Basketball
PLAY ON THE GO: Find out everything you need to know about NBA 2K21 on the Nintendo Switch here
PRE-ORDER NOW: NBA 2K21 on the Nintendo Switch
Pre-Load now Live
Although NBA 2K21's release date is just three days away, the last thing you want to be doing is downloading the game for several hours once it's out.
WARM UP: Get ready for the game's release day with Pre-load now live
Luckily, 2K have you all in mind, as they have confirmed that pre-load is now live, meaning you can have your game installed, ready and waiting on Friday.
Keep reading to find the perfect edition for you, before kickstarting your pre-load!
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