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In a move that’s sure to excite sports gaming fans, Nintendo has officially confirmed that the upcoming Switch 2 will receive the latest installment of the NBA 2K series when it launches this fall. This announcement marks a continued partnership between 2K Sports and Nintendo, bringing basketball’s most popular video game franchise to the next generation of Nintendo hardware.
The NBA 2K series first made its debut on the original Switch with NBA 2K18, released in September 2017. Since then, every annual entry has landed on the platform—though not without criticism. Due to the limitations of the current Switch’s hardware, many of these versions have been visibly downgraded, featuring reduced graphics, slower load times, and missing features when compared to their PlayStation, Xbox, and PC counterparts.
However, the Switch 2 could change that narrative.
While Nintendo hasn’t revealed full specs for the system just yet, developers and insiders have hinted at a significant leap in performance, which could allow for near-parity with other consoles. This could mean smoother gameplay, improved visuals, and a more complete NBA 2K experience for players on the go.
This year’s NBA 2K installment will be one of the first major sports titles to hit the Switch 2, signaling a strong third-party launch lineup for the next-gen console. It also reaffirms 2K Sports’ commitment to supporting Nintendo fans—despite past technical hurdles.
More details about the Switch 2 and the upcoming NBA 2K title are expected later this summer, likely ahead of the game’s traditional September release window.
Whether you’re running plays at home or crossing up defenders in handheld mode, it looks like basketball is back in a big way on Nintendo.
