NEW YORK, United States (July 2026) — History is being made in the virtual basketball world as a female hoops star secures a solo global cover for the first time. The upcoming iteration of the legendary basketball simulation game features three distinct athletes who are changing the way the sport is played.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark will star on the global cover of the Deluxe Edition, marking a massive milestone for women's basketball. Joining her in the spotlight are San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama on the Standard Edition and Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose on the limited Ultra Edition.
Three eras of basketball obsession
The selected athletes represent different generations and styles of play, but they all share an unstoppable drive on the court. Wembanyama, who made history as the first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year in the league, brings his unique skill set to the core edition. Clark, a three-time All-Star starter, continues to redefine shooting range and grow the audience for the women's game globally. Rose, the youngest MVP in league history, represents the explosive, physical point guard play that inspired a generation of Pinoy fans.
An official gameplay trailer is scheduled to premiere worldwide on July 28, giving fans their first look at the upgraded action.
Pricing and availability for Pinoy gamers
The game will launch worldwide on Sept. 4, 2026, across multiple platforms, including the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. For those eager to hit the court early, pre-orders are already live on the official website. Purchasing the Deluxe or Ultra editions grants early access starting on Aug. 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. PDT.
- Standard Edition: Features Wembanyama for $69.99 (approx. PHP 4,090).
- Deluxe Edition: Features Clark for $99.99 (approx. PHP 5,840) and includes 100,000 virtual currency alongside various in-game boosts and packs.
- Ultra Edition: Features Rose for $149.99 (approx. PHP 8,760) with limited availability through Sept. 6, 2026. It adds an extra 35,000 virtual currency, a Season 1 Pro Pass, and future season bundles.
Gamers who played the previous edition and pre-order the digital Ultra Edition on the same platform before Sept. 3, 2026, will receive a 10 percent loyalty discount.
