NBA 2K21 MT will be released on September 4, 2020. The next-gen variations of the game is going to be released at launch together with the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. Microsoft and Sony have not yet announced official dates for console launch, but both are intended to debut in late November. If the new consoles are offered, so will the release of the next-gen versions of NBA 2K21.

There are technically four variants of NBA 2K21 this past year. There's a Standard Edition and Mamba Forever Edition that go along with the current generation of consoles. And there will be a Standard Edition and Mamba Forever Edition for the next-gen consoles. Each edition features its own distinct cover. Damian Lillard will grace the Standard Edition on the present generation while Zion Williamson is showcased on the normal Edition of this next-gen version.

There's good news and bad news for those that want to update NBA 2K in the current generation to another generation. The fantastic news is it is possible to do so without needing to buy the game double. The good thing is it's not possible if you buy the normal Edition. If you would like to upgrade NBA 2K21 from the current generation to another creation, you must buy the Mamba Forever Edition.

Additionally, it is worth pointing out you can just update to next gen should you keep within the console family (PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 or more Xbox you to Xbox collection X). You'll also obtain the Zion Williamson Digital Collection at no extra cost once you upgrade to the next gen version of the game. This deal is available through both physical buy mt coins copies of the game and electronic copies.