In a nutshell

• NBA THE RUN launches June 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
• Closed beta kicks off May 1 via Steam.
• Features global streetball courts, NBA stars, and rollback netcode.

Developer Play by Play Studios has announced that NBA THE RUN, a three-versus-three street basketball game, will officially launch in June 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam.

Before release, players can sign up for the game’s first closed beta test, which runs on May 1 for PC via Steam from 12:00 p.m. PT to 3:00 p.m. PT.

NBA THE RUN – Game Modes and Features

At the heart of the game is the Run the World Tournament, a four-round knockout competition across iconic streetball courts worldwide. Players can choose from three modes at launch:

• Knockout Squads – Team up with friends or other players in 3v3 matches.
• Knockout Solos – Build and control your own team of three.
• Knockout Friends – Private tournaments with up to 48 players or AI opponents.

Over 30 NBA stars and five fictional streetball legends will be playable, each with unique playstyles. Gameplay is powered by rollback netcode, ensuring smooth online matches.

Built by Veteran Developers

NBA THE RUN marks the debut title from Play by Play Studios, a small indie team composed of veteran developers passionate about sports games. Their vision is to pay homage to the golden age of sports titles while delivering a modern, responsive experience for today’s players.