As we approach September, the excitement for NBA 2K22 is about to peak with less than two weeks left to go until the next installment releases. But before NBA 2K22 arrives make sure you know the best pre-order options available.
With multiple versions of the game being available for pre-order, it can become confusing working out which option is best for you. So, here's everything you need to know about pre-ordering NBA 2K22 and how you can get the best bang for your buck.
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NBA 2K22 Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses
NBA 2K22 will be available to purchase digitally and physically at multiple retailers, and will all cost roughly $69.99 with prices varying slightly. However, there are various editions of NBA 2K22 available, all of which offer different bonuses. Check them all out below:
Standard Edition = $59.99
The Standard Edition of NBA 2K22 includes the following items when pre-ordered digitally:
- 5,000 Virtual Currency
- 5,000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo Packs (delivered one a week)
- A Boost for each MyCAREER Skill type
- A Boost for each Gatorade Boost type
- Luka Doncic MyPLAYER Jersey
- 95 Rated Luka Doncic MyTEAM Free Agent Card
75th Anniversary Edition = $99.99
The 75th Anniversary Edition of NBA 2K22 includes the following items when pre-ordered digitally:
- 100K VC
- 10K MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Tokens
- Sapphire Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dirk Nowitzki, and Kevin Durant MyTEAM Cards
- 22 MyTEAM Promo Packs (Receive 10 at launch, then 3 per week for 4 weeks)
- Diamond Jordan Shoe MyTEAM card
- Coach Card MyTEAM Pack
- 10 Boosts for each MyCAREER Skill Boost type
- 10 Boosts for each Gatorade Boost type
- 4 Cover Athlete T-Shirts for your MyPLAYER
- MyPLAYER backpack and arm sleeve
- Custom-design skateboard for MyPLAYER
WNBA 25th Anniversary Edition = $69.99 (Physical Only)
The WNBA 25th Anniversary Edition of NBA 2K22 includes the following items when pre-ordered physically:
- 5,000 Virtual Currency
- 5,000 MyTEAM Points
- 10 MyTEAM Promo Packs (delivered one a week)
- A Boost for each MyCAREER Skill type
- A Boost for each Gatorade Boost type
- Luka Doncic MyPLAYER Jersey
- 95 Rated Luka Doncic MyTEAM Free Agent Card
Where To Pre-Order NBA 2K22
Digital pre-orders of NBA 2K22 are available from the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam depending on your platform of choice. A cross-gen bundle is also available for digital purchase, which includes a copy of NBA 2K22 for both the current generation of console and next.
The price for each edition is listed on the PlayStation and Microsoft Store, plus the pre-order bonuses for each, which are all listed above.
As for purchasing NBA 2K22 physically, GameStop offers all editions of the game plus an exclusive WNBA 25th Anniversary Edition that can only be purchased in-store or via their website.
Head to your local GameStop or check out the WNBA Edition on their website. The price and pre-order bonuses for the special WNBA edition can be found above.
NBA 2K22 can also be purchased via Amazon, which will come with the pre-order bonuses mentioned above. Fans can purchase the standard edition via Amazon for $69.99 on next-gen, and $59.99 on current gen.
The 75th Anniversary Edition is also available for pre-order at Amazon for $99.99 on both generations.
When Does NBA 2K22 Come Out?
2K Games has confirmed that the next instalment in the series, NBA 2K22, will release on Friday, September 10th, 2021.
The upcoming sports game will launch for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam with multiple pre-order bonuses and editions available.
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