The new WNBA features in NBA 2K26 introduce a more comprehensive and updated experience for fans of the women’s league. In addition to WNBA players being added to MyTEAM, this year’s installment provides a deeper focus on the WNBA, with enhancements to the career mode “The W” and new gameplay mechanics. These additions allow players to fully engage with the WNBA, offering a fresh way to play and experience the game.
Overview
- Mode available exclusively on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2
- Play as a WNBA MyPLAYER
- Compete against current WNBA players
- Pursue GOAT status through challenges and progression
Pre-Draft Interview
- After creating your MyPLAYER, you attend a pre-draft press conference
- Answer questions that influence your draft position
- Option to:
- Accept the team assigned, or
- Force a move to a different WNBA team
- Rivalries are introduced during this stage
GOAT Challenges
- Beating rival WNBA stars unlocks their contact info
- Unlocks both short-term and long-term GOAT Challenges
- Completing challenges grants:
- GOAT Points (progress toward all-time ranking)
- Skill Boosts
- Badge modifiers
- Other performance enhancements
Social Media System
- Expanded in NBA 2K26 with new in-game personalities
- Real journalists and analysts appear in-game, including:
- Nekias Duncan
- Myles Ehrlich
- Terrika Foster-Brasby
- Jordan Robinson
- Mark Schindler
- Khristina Williams
- Player performance affects how media and fans react
- Social media engagement reflects career progress
Press Conferences
- Held during career progression
- Player responses can influence storylines such as Rookie of the Year race or rivalries
- Includes new recorded voice lines and motion capture
The W Online & Rewards
- Multiplayer online matches available
- Rewards include:
- Mascot outfits
- Costumes
- VC (first time available in The W Online)
- WNBA Player Cards usable in MyTEAM
- Coach Cards
- Uniform Cards
- WNBA players, past and present, are playable in MyTEAM
