NBA 2K27 Season 1 became available in early play on August 26. Developers showcased new gameplay mechanics through videos shared during the global game reveal. 2K Newsroom reported that Season 1 tipped off with early access, while Bleacher Report covered the gameplay features shown in the reveal videos.
Industry websites reviewed the differences between NBA 2K27 and NBA 2K26. GamingBolt published a comparison of the modifications between the two titles. Reports from GoNintendo confirmed that NBA 2K27 features a 60 FPS Performance Mode on Nintendo Switch 2. IGN France also published information regarding the latest basketball title.