2K College Basketball Game Release Date
2K College Basketball
- Release Date: To be announced
Cover Athlete(s): To be announced
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. In September 2025, 2K officially confirmed it is building a standalone college basketball game featuring more than 100 programs, from powerhouses to Cinderella stories. The game is targeted for 2027, and college content is already showing up in NBA 2K26’s MyTeam mode.
2K has said it has ‘big plans for 2027 and beyond,’ but it has not confirmed an official title or release date. Based on the series’ history of November launches, a 2027 release would most likely arrive in November 2027.
No. 2K has not announced an official title. “College Hoops 2K28” is an unofficial name based on 2K’s classic College Hoops 2K series and its yearly numbering. The final title may be different.
2K has not confirmed platforms.
2K has not released a college basketball video game since College Hoops 2K8 (2007). College sports video games largely disappeared for years amid NCAA name, image, and likeness (NIL) licensing issues, but the genre has since returned, paving the way for 2K’s upcoming college basketball game.
No. This is a community resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by 2K, Visual Concepts, or the NCAA.
College Hoops 2K Series: Titles, Covers, and Release Dates Over the Years
Below is the history of the College Hoops 2K series, including its titles, cover athletes, and release dates over the years.
| Title | Release Date | Cover Athlete(s) | Main Cover Artwork |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hoops 2K28 | To be announced | To be announced |  |
| College Hoops 2K8 | Nov. 19, 2007 | Greg Oden (Ohio State) |  |
| College Hoops 2K7 | Nov. 22, 2006 | J.J. Redick (Duke) |  |
| College Hoops 2K6 | Nov. 21, 2005 | Marvin Williams (North Carolina) |  |
| ESPN College Hoops 2K5 | Nov. 17, 2004 | Josh Childress (Stanford) |  |
| ESPN College Hoops | Nov. 11, 2003 | T.J. Ford (Texas) |  |
| NCAA College Basketball 2K3 | Dec. 3, 2002 | Jay Williams (Duke) |  |