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NBA 2K26 player count chart
No, NBA 2K26 is not dead. 4,058 people are playing it on Steam right now, with a 24-hour peak of 14,092. Over the last 30 days its player count has been stable (down 8% on the month before).
History from Aug 29, 2025
NBA 2K26 monthly player count
| Month | Avg. players | % Gain | Peak players |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 7,073 | -5.82% | 14,732 |
| October 2026 | 7,510 | -13.13% | 16,291 |
| September 2026 | 8,645 | -31.64% | 21,969 |
| August 2026 | n/a | -31.35% | 32,136 |
| July 2026 | n/a | +2.77% | 46,809 |
| June 2026 | n/a | -13.84% | 45,548 |
| May 2026 | n/a | +39.32% | 52,863 |
| April 2026 | n/a | +8.3% | 37,943 |
| March 2026 | n/a | +13.44% | 35,035 |
| February 2026 | n/a | +2.94% | 30,885 |
| January 2026 | n/a | +3.83% | 30,002 |
| December 2025 | n/a | +8.84% | 28,895 |
| November 2025 | n/a | +32.89% | 26,548 |
| October 2025 | n/a | -37.73% | 19,978 |
| September 2025 | n/a | +165.04% | 32,081 |
| August 2025 | n/a | n/a | 12,104 |
How many people are playing NBA 2K26?
4,058 people are playing NBA 2K26 on Steam right now. That makes it the #253 most played game on Steam at the moment. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 14,092 players. That is in line with its 30-day average daily peak of 14,260.
NBA 2K26 player count history
Over the last 30 days NBA 2K26 averaged a daily peak of 14,260 players, down 8% compared with the 30 days before (15,487). Its highest point this month (16,291) is 39% below the same period last year (26,548). In its first month after release (Aug 29, 2025) it peaked at 32,081 players. Today's player count is 8% of its all-time peak of 52,863, set on May 25, 2026.
Best time to play NBA 2K26
Based on the last 14 days, NBA 2K26 is busiest around 14:00 UTC (9 AM in New York) and quietest around 23:00 UTC (6 PM in New York), when about 75% fewer people are online. For the fastest matchmaking, play close to the peak hour.
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NBA 2K26 players by hour and weekday
When NBA 2K26 has the most players online, by weekday and hour, shown in your time zone. Busy hours mean faster matchmaking and fuller servers; quiet hours are best for solo play.
Average players for each hour of the week over the last 28 days, from our Steam player counts.
Compare NBA 2K26 with similar games
Player counts, peaks, reviews and prices side by side. Compare any Steam games
About NBA 2K26
Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
- Developer
- Visual Concepts
- Publisher
- 2K
- Released
- Aug 29, 2025
- Genre
- Sports
- Steam Deck
- Verified
- Languages
- 9 languages, 1 with full audio
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NBA 2K26 price history
Good time to buy? Probably wait for a sale. NBA 2K26 is at its full price of $69.99. It usually goes on sale for about 60% off (around $28.00), and the lowest we have recorded is $9.79.Next Steam sale: Steam Winter Sale, Dec 17 to Jan 4. See the countdown
US price on Steam. Readings before Oct 13, 2026 come from archived copies of the Steam store page (Internet Archive), so short sales between copies can be missing. Checked daily.
NBA 2K26 price by region
| Region | Steam price | In USD | vs US |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $69.99 | $69.99 | base |
| Euro area | 69,99€ | $78.14 | +12% |
| United Kingdom | £59.99 | $80.30 | +15% |
| Canada | C$ 89.99 | $63.98 | -9% |
| Australia | A$ 99.95 | $68.67 | -2% |
| New Zealand | NZ$ 109.95 | $60.95 | -13% |
| Brazil | R$399,90 | $72.66 | +4% |
| Mexico | Mex$ 1,399.00 | $74.80 | +7% |
| Argentina (LATAM USD) | $69.99 | $69.99 | 0% |
| Poland | 319,00 zł | $81.08 | +16% |
| Switzerland | CHF 69.90 | $85.36 | +22% |
| Norway | 799,00 kr | $84.75 | +21% |
| Turkey (MENA USD) | $69.99 | $69.99 | 0% |
| Azerbaijan (CIS USD) | $69.99 | $69.99 | 0% |
| South Africa | R 1 249.00 | $75.52 | +8% |
| India cheapest | ₹3,999.00 | $42.58 | -39% |
| Indonesia | Rp 799 000 | $44.14 | -37% |
| China | ¥298.00 | $44.67 | -36% |
| Japan | ¥9,460 | $59.75 | -15% |
| South Korea | ₩ 84,800 | $62.41 | -11% |
Converted with the European Central Bank reference rates of 6 Nov 2026. Steam sells each region's price only to accounts in that region.
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NBA 2K26 reviews over time
Positive and negative Steam user reviews per week, from Steam's review history.
NBA 2K26 on Twitch
Twitch category "NBA 2K26", sampled every 30 minutes since Oct 13, 2026. Most watched games on Twitch
NBA 2K26 Twitch viewers per day, last 90 days
Average viewers per day (line) and the highest count of each day (dotted line).
Best day: 1 Nov 2026, with a peak of 1,527 viewers and 208 on average.
NBA 2K26 streamers right now
NBA 2K26 achievements
NBA 2K26 has 48 Steam achievements. On average a player has unlocked 9.3% of them; the rarest, Well-Traveled, is held by 0.1% of players.
A Successful BeginningGet 3 Stars in an Out of Bounds Story Game in MyCAREER.56.8%
WinningWin a game.44.8%
Keep Your DistanceMake 10 three-point shots in any one game.44.5%
Young and HungryWin Player of the Game in the Club Championship in Out of Bounds in MyCAREER.41.1%
Championship MaterialWin the EBA Championship in Out of Bounds in MyCAREER.37.9%
Prelude PerfectionGet 27 Stars in the Out of Bounds Story in MyCAREER.31.0%
Full PotentialEarn Hall of Fame on a GOAT Skill in MyCAREER.30.8%
Establishing a DynastyEarn Gold on a Dynasty Badge in MyCAREER.24.4%
Combine ReadyComplete the Beginner Tutorial in Learn 2K.19.0%
Proving MyselfSuccessfully Tryout for and get Drafted by an NBA Team in MyCAREER.17.9%
Spreading The LoveFinish a game in which all 5 starters score double-digit points.11.6%
Hide and SeekAcquire a Hidden Gem Player card in MyTEAM.8.7%
SealedLock In any Collection in MyTEAM.8.3%
Hardwood HeroWin the Tournament at Hardwood Hall in Street Kings.5.2%
Baron BreakerDefeat Baron Buckets on Jardin Jams in Street Kings.5.1%
DominatedEarn a Crest in Domination in MyTEAM.5.1%
FIBA FinisherWin 1st Place in the FIBA Games in MyCAREER.4.6%
Steal WorkerDefeat Sovereign of Steal on Pivot Point in Street Kings.4.3%
Trial TerrorComplete a Teammate Trial in Street Kings.4.3%
Cashing InEarn All MP Merchandising Rewards in MyCAREER.3.9%
HacksUse a Game Changer card in MyTEAM.3.8%
Can't Stop, Won't StopGet a 15-game Winning Streak in King of the Court in Street Kings.3.1%
The G.O.A.T.Reach #1 on the GOAT list in MyCAREER.2.8%
Arcade MasterComplete All Mini-Games in Learn 2K.2.6%
FavoritesFavorite a Player Card in MyTEAM.2.5%
Got'emAcquire a Victory Card in MyTEAM.2.2%
Shoe HeadCollect 1 Diamond Shoe from each Shoe Brand featured in MyTEAM.1.9%
House PartyAcquire a 5-player walkout in MyTEAM.1.8%
Team ExchangeComplete an OVR-based Exchange in MyTEAM.1.8%
It's All About the WWin a WNBA game in The W.1.6%
Zer0Hidden achievement1.5%
AnimatedApply an Animation Breaker Game Changer to a Player Card in MyTEAM.1.5%
Early BirdHidden achievement1.3%
League CertifiedComplete the Intermediate Tutorial in Learn 2K.1.2%
NaismithUnlock a Hall of Fame Training badge in MyTEAM.0.9%
BustedEarn a Streak Buster in Triple Threat Park in MyTEAM.0.7%
Co-Op CompletionistDefeat 10 Co-Op Bosses in Street Kings.0.5%
Run ItWin the final prize in Breakout: Gauntlet in MyTEAM.0.5%
All-StarWin a game of All-Star Team-up in MyTEAM.0.5%
The WHidden achievement0.5%
Big TimerUnlock 1 All-Time team in Play Now Online.0.4%
Bid SnipeHidden achievement0.3%
All-Star PotentialComplete the Advanced Tutorial in Learn 2K.0.3%
The Ultimate DynastyReach #1 on the Dynasty List in MyCAREER.0.2%
NoirPlay a game that uses a Black and White era Filter in MyTEAM.0.2%
All TimerUnlock 3 All-Time teams in Play Now Online.0.2%
Watch Me WorkWin a game in The W Online.0.1%
Well-TraveledWin a game with every regular NBA team in Play Now Online.0.1%
Global unlock rates from Steam, most common first.
NBA 2K26 DLC
NBA 2K26 has 4 DLCs and soundtracks on Steam, newest first.
Latest NBA 2K26 news and patch notes
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Official announcements from the developer on Steam.
NBA 2K26 FAQ
Is NBA 2K26 dead?
No, NBA 2K26 is not dead. 4,058 people are playing it on Steam right now, with a 24-hour peak of 14,092. Over the last 30 days its player count has been stable (down 8% on the month before).
How many people play NBA 2K26?
4,058 people are playing NBA 2K26 on Steam right now. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 14,092 concurrent players.
What is the all-time peak player count for NBA 2K26?
NBA 2K26 reached its all-time Steam peak of 52,863 concurrent players on May 25, 2026.
Is NBA 2K26 growing or declining?
NBA 2K26 is stable. Its average daily peak over the last 30 days was 14,260, down 8% compared with the previous 30 days.
When is NBA 2K26 most active?
NBA 2K26 usually has the most players around 14:00 UTC (9 AM in New York) and the fewest around 23:00 UTC (6 PM in New York).
How much does NBA 2K26 cost?
NBA 2K26 costs $69.99 on Steam in the US. Prices are checked daily and can differ by region.
What is the lowest price NBA 2K26 has been on Steam?
The lowest US price we have recorded for NBA 2K26 on Steam is $9.79 (86% off), on Jul 22, 2026 (from an archived copy of the Steam store page). It costs $69.99 right now.
Is NBA 2K26 on sale right now?
No, NBA 2K26 is at its full price of $69.99 on Steam right now. In past sales it usually dropped about 60%, and the biggest discount we have seen is 86%.
Where is NBA 2K26 cheapest on Steam?
Of the 20 Steam regions we check, NBA 2K26 is cheapest in India at ₹3,999.00, about $42.58 or 39% below the US price of $69.99. Steam only sells each regional price to accounts from that region.
Is NBA 2K26 good?
Steam players rate NBA 2K26 Mixed: 64% of 33,904 reviews are positive.
When did NBA 2K26 come out?
NBA 2K26 was released on Steam on Aug 29, 2025.
Who made NBA 2K26?
NBA 2K26 was developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K.
Is NBA 2K26 still worth playing?
NBA 2K26 has a big, active player base on Steam today (4,058 playing right now), though reviews are mixed (Mixed).
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