More rivalries, more attention, more hoops—The W* is back in NBA 2K26 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
The WNBA is growing rapidly, and as a promising rookie class featuring Paige Bueckers, Kiki Iriafen, Sonia Citron, and more enter the fold, everyone is wondering who will challenge the league’s star-studded landscape and emerge as the next superstar talent. This year, clash with your rivals on the court, capture the global audience with your sensational play, and speak your legacy into existence as you pursue GOAT aspirations.
PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW
Your WNBA journey officially begins after building your MyPLAYER—take center stage at an interactive pre-draft press conference and field questions from the media about the next step in your career. With each question and every answer, where you land in the draft will become more clear. Do you want to be the first franchise player in Golden State Valkyries history, or do you want to add more trophies to a decorated franchise? Ultimately, you’ll be given the power to choose which WNBA team you want to play for; whether you select the option provided or force your way to another team, it’s entirely up to you.
During your introductory presser, your story will start to take shape and you’ll get a glimpse at some of the potential rivalries you’ll face throughout your career.
GOAT CHALLENGES
The road to becoming an all-time great isn’t easy—and it shouldn’t be. You have to prove you’re worthy of that title, which means defeating current stars and climbing the all-time ranks.
Whenever you beat a rival WNBA star, you’ll receive their contact information to stay in touch, and you’ll also unlock short-term and long-term GOAT Challenges. Completing these GOAT Challenges will earn you GOAT points that contribute to your ascension up the all-time ladder. Add to your prestige and receive on-court enhancements in the process, like Skill Boosts, badge progression modifiers, and more.
CONNECT WITH SOCIAL MEDIA
As your star power rises, more and more WNBA personalities and media will be talking about your career. We’ve expanded and refreshed the social media feature in NBA 2K26 to be more representative of the current state of the league. Due to the evergrowing coverage of the WNBA, you’ll see and hear from notable real-world journalists and pundits during the season, including:
- Nekias Duncan (@NekiasNBA)
- Myles Ehrlich (@MylesEhrlich)
- Terrika Foster-Brasby (@sheknowssports)
- Jordan Robinson (@HeyJordanR)
- Mark Schindler (@MG_Schindler)
- Khristina Williams (@Khristina)
Engage with the media and watch your following grow as you accomplish your goals.
PRESS CONFERENCES
Your on-court performances will do much of the talking for you, but press conferences in NBA 2K26 are a great way for you to weigh in on the relevant stories circulating around the league. Featuring authentic voice recordings and motion capture, press conferences in The W boast brand new content for you to interact with, from Rookie of the Year contenders to ongoing rivalries for richer and deeper immersion.
THE W ONLINE REWARDS
Take your skills online in multiplayer matches to earn new rewards, including mascot outfits and costumes. For the first time, you can also earn VC in The W Online games!
But that’s not all, because you’ll also be able to earn new WNBA Player Cards to take your MyTEAM to the next level, plus Coach Cards and Uniform Cards. In case you missed it, NBA 2K26 MyTEAM features fully playable WNBA players, past and present.
COMING UP NEXT
This year, define your career and share it with the world through social media and press conferences. Join the pantheon of WNBA legends who came before you and establish yourself as the undisputed GOAT, earning the respect of your fellow stars along the way. Put your skills to the test in The W Online, and reap the reward of all-new items.
Coming up next, we’ve got the MyNBA and City Courtside Reports. Stay tuned for more details and updates about NBA 2K26’s added features.
*The W is only available for Gen 9 versions of NBA 2K26.
