NBA 2K21
PlayStation 5 · 2020
About this game
This version of NBA 2K21 , also informally called NBA 2K21 Next Generation , is different from the release of NBA 2K21 for PS4, Switch, Windows and Xbox One.
Advancements exclusive to this version are improved graphics, quicker loading times, larger crowds in the arena to create busier sights and sounds and the use of the adaptive triggers and haptic feedback of the PS5's DualSense controller to feel the energy and fatigue of players while in a match.
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Features and modes exclusive to this version are for instance the City as a new map with basketball activities and multiple districts and factions.
It also introduces the WNBA MyPLAYER experience as a first for the series allowing the player to take a female basketball player through a pro career featuring all 12 WNBA teams.
This can also be taken online through the 3v3 MyPLAYER competition with a new court exclusive to this mode.
In Your Own Basketball Journey the MyCAREER mode can be taken from high school to get a full four-year college ball experience in one of 10 US universities or head to the NBA G League.
MyNBA and MyWNBA are revamped as a new franchise mode.
Custom NBA leagues can have 36 teams or be reduced to 12.
This version also contains 350 music tracks.
About PlayStation 5
Launched in late 2020, the PlayStation 5 introduced ultra-fast SSD loading and ray tracing to mainstream console gaming. It's still early in its collecting life cycle, but the Digital Edition (no disc drive) has already created a meaningful split in the market between disc-based and digital-only PS5 owners — something collectors should keep in mind when comparing prices for the "same" game.
Gamevaro tracks NBA 2K21 for PlayStation 5 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
Adding NBA 2K21 to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This PS5 release dates back to 2020.
Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €9.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €2.63 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €8.63 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €7.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €2.40 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €8.66 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €1.17 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €6.16 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.94 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €2.40 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €1.17 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €2.63 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €8.66 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €8.62 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €6.16 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €9.49 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €7.87 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €2.36 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €8.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €5.03 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €3.91 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €8.15 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €5.92 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €9.46 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €5.93 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €7.41 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €2.31 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
NBA 2K21 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is NBA 2K21 worth?
NBA 2K21 for PlayStation 5 is currently worth €12.55 loose, €5.99 complete in box, and €7.87 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is NBA 2K21 rare?
NBA 2K21 has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for NBA 2K21?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For NBA 2K21, loose is €12.55 and CIB is €5.99 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is NBA 2K21 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of NBA 2K21 is currently worth €12.55 loose, versus €9.68 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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