NBA 2K26 Creator Challenges: How to Join, Unlock Locker Codes, & Win 1 Million VC

NBA 2K26 Creator Challenges

Calling all NBA 2K creators! 2K is launching an exciting new campaign for NBA 2K26, inviting video creators on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and X (formerly Twitter) to join forces and unlock exclusive NBA 2K Locker Codes for the entire community. As a reward for your collaboration, you can also enter for a chance to win the ultimate prize: 1 Million VC.

This is your opportunity to drive community engagement, create viral content, and earn a massive in-game reward. Get ready to showcase your skills and help unlock content for everyone. Here’s how to get involved:

NBA 2K26 Creator Challenges

Step 1 – CREATE CONTENT

Post your original video based on the current challenge theme on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, or X. Be sure to include the hashtag #NBA2KChallenge to qualify!

Step 2 – COMMUNITY GOAL

Once the community reaches the target number of eligible videos, a time-limited Locker Code will be unlocked for everyone. Collaborate and hit the goal together!

Step 3 – 1 MILLION VC

Submit your video below for a chance to win 1 Million VC. You can see full details for active challenges on this page.

CHALLENGE #1

July 31 – August 28, 2025

THEME: Break down or react to any official NBA 2K26 Courtside Report blog or trailer released leading up to NBA 2K26 Early Access.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

  1. Create an original video that breaks down or reacts to any official NBA 2K26 Courtside Report blog or trailer released leading up to NBA 2K26 Early Access.
  2. Post your video to YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, or X.
  3. You must include the hashtag #NBA2KChallenge.
  4. Your video must follow community guidelines.
  5. Submit your video using the form below to enter the 1 Million VC giveaway. Submissions close August 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT.

COMMUNITY GOAL: When the community reaches 2,026 eligible videos, we’ll release a Locker Code containing a MyTEAM pack and MyCAREER apparel item for NBA 2K26. This Locker Code will be active during NBA 2K26 Early Access (August 29 – September 4, 2025).

1 MILLION VC: 26 winners will each win 1 Million VC in NBA 2K26! Winners will be drawn in September 2025. Each eligible video submitted using the form below will earn 1 entry. Limit 12 videos per person.

For the official rules, click here. Good luck!