Tokyo --July 14, 2021-- 2K is the latest addition to the NBA 2K series, which has recorded the highest ratings and sales over the last 20 years as an NBA simulation series, NBA® 2K22 (https: // nba). We announced the players who will decorate the cover of .2k.com/ja-JP/) *. Rui Hachimura of Washington Wizards, who was the first Japanese player to be nominated for the first round of the draft in 2019 and made the first playoff advance as a Japanese player, will decorate the cover of the special version of the regular version of Japan. !! Hachimura, who has been active as the official Japanese ambassador for this series from "NBA 2K20", will be the first Japanese player to decorate the cover of the Japanese limited edition of the "NBA 2K" series in response to the enthusiastic cheers from the fans (actually). The image on the cover of the package in which Hachimura appears will be lifted after August). In addition, as a global version of the cover player, Luka Doncic, who is the world's top player and has been selected twice as an NBA All-Star, has appeared. And the cover of the NBA 75th Anniversary Edition will be adorned by three big men who have had a huge impact on the NBA and changed basketball itself: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dirk Nowitzki, and Kevin Durant.
All versions of NBA 2K22 are scheduled to go on sale on Friday, September 10, 2021, and advance reservations will be accepted from today (for reservations in Japan, July 15 (). Scheduled to start sequentially from Thursday), for details, please refer to the official website of the Japanese version of "NBA 2K22" (https://nba2k.jp/) (* scheduled to be uploaded during the 15th) or contact each retailer). With features such as best-in-class visual expression and player AI, historic NBA team play, and a wide variety of basketball experiences, the NBA 2K22 will impress and excite the authentic NBA for everyone from beginners to veterans. You can enjoy it easily. ■ Comment from Rui Hachimura "It is a great honor to be selected as the first Japanese player to cover the limited edition of Japan in" NBA 2K22 "in the history of the" NBA 2K "series. It's a game I've been playing since I was a kid, so it's really like a dream. I want many people to take this opportunity to play. The cover of the game I'm in will be unveiled in August, so stay tuned! Comment from Luka Doncic "Being selected as a cover player for the global version of NBA 2K22 has a special meaning to me. A special cover that pays homage to the colors of the Slovenian flag makes my home country. I'm proud to represent. Basketball has given me so much. In return for basketball, we can help improve the lives of children around the world with the 2K Fund this year. I'm really looking forward to it. "This year's NBA 2K22 is available in a digital version and a packaged version, with three versions available: a regular version, a digital bundle for both generations **, and a special NBA 75th Anniversary Edition. increase. (The prices below include tax) ● The price of the regular version is 7,700 yen including tax for the current generation machine (PlayStation®4 and Xbox One) compatible version, and the next generation machine (PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X | S) compatible version. It is 8,800 yen including tax, and 6,600 yen including tax for Nintendo Switch and PC version. ● The price of the digital bundle version ** for both generations is 9,900 yen including tax ***, and you can play the normal version of both the current generation and next generation of each PlayStation or Xbox. ● PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S, Nintendo Switch and PC compatible version "NBA 2K22" NBA 75th Anniversary Edition is priced at 14,080 including tax for both the current generation version and the next generation version. It's a circle. The digital bundle version ** for both generations and the NBA 75th Anniversary Edition allow dual access between PlayStation®4 / PlayStation®5 and Xbox One / Xbox Series X | S, even if they are in the same series. For example, you can play the corresponding version on both the current generation machine and the next generation machine. The NBA 75th Anniversary Edition for Nintendo Switch will only be available in digital edition. The NBA 75th Anniversary Edition celebrates three great legends who have revolutionized the history of the NBA over the last 75 years. ● Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who has a brilliant record such as being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame, winning 6 NBA championships, winning 6 MVPs, and being the number one NBA scorer in history, is synonymous with Skyhook and various social issues. It is one of the legends that continues to influence basketball until the effort. ● Dirk Nowitzki, who retired after 14 appearances in the All-Star Game, NBA champion and MVP, is a famous player who embodies the worldwide popularity of basketball. He is also the originator of the Sharpshooter, who shoots accurately from all positions despite his height, and is the history of the evolution of basketball. ● Kevin Durant, who has participated in all-star games 11 times, won 2 NBA champions, and won the league MVP, is one of the true legends. Its presence is unique in the league, and this is the third time it has been selected as a cover player for NBA® 2K. The cover art for the NBA 75th Anniversary Edition and the Digital Bundle for Both Generations ** is by Atlanta-based painter Charly Palmer (https://www.charlypalmer.), Known for his intricate composition and unique techniques and styles. It is due to com /). Palmer's work has been exhibited all over the United States, but the paintings from the "Civil Rights" series and "TIME" magazine (https://time.com/magazine/us/5859172/july-6th) -2020-vol-196-no-1-us /), especially in the work entitled "America Must Change," which garnered a lot of attention on the cover of the July 2020 issue. It is attracting attention. "The NBA 2K cover has been a tool for storytelling, as well as a way to show the different and diverse backgrounds of the players. The culture surrounding basketball is vibrant and crosses borders effortlessly. This year, we want to showcase the global diversity of basketball with Charlie's unparalleled art. Alfie Brody, Global Marketing VP of the NBA 2K Series Also, in North America, GameStop and EB Games will feature a special version of the regular edition covered by Candace Parker, who has played six WNBA All-Stars and has a proven track record as a WNBA champion. Sold for a limited time. Parker will be the first female cover player in the history of the NBA 2K series, and she will play a historic role in the series. The appointment of Chicago Sky star Parker as a cover player is the latest step in NBA 2K's ongoing initiative to focus on women playing basketball. For information on the cover players that decorate each version of NBA 2K22, please visit the NBA 2K22 official website (US version) (https://nba.2k.com/ja-JP/). Furthermore, as a special project limited to Japan, the package of "NBA 2K22" regular version with Rui Hachimura as a cover player, or "NBA 2K22" NBA 75th anniversary edition PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch version Those who reserve the edition on Amazon or GEO will receive a limited number of [Rui Hachimura autographed (replica) poster] as a gift. The benefits will end as soon as they are exhausted. For details, please refer to the official website of the Japanese version of "NBA 2K22" (https://nba2k.jp/) (* scheduled to be uploaded during the 15th), or contact each retailer. * Please note that the benefits will end as soon as they run out. Over the next few weeks starting today, 2K will continue to announce additional information about NBA 2K22, including game content, soundtrack announcements, and live service updates. With ever-expanding content and an extremely passionate community, the NBA 2K basketball experience never stops. The rating of "NBA 2K22" developed by Visual Concepts is "CERO A" (for all ages). For more information on the NBA 2K series and the latest information on NBA 2K22, please visit https://nba2k.jp/. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok and Instagram, and subscribe to our channel on YouTube. 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[Available materials] ◆ Rui Hachimura Artist photo: https://xgf.nu/z0jX (Japanese version package image with Rui Hachimura will be lifted after August) ◆ Normal version (global version) , NBA 75th Anniversary Edition, Digital Bundle for Both Generations Cover Photo: https://xgf.nu/oofM ◆ Charlie Palmer Illustration Making Image: https://xgf.nu/7ByY ◆ [Video Link] NBA 75 Anniversary Edition Cover Player Interview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkWMuVfDCPs ◆ [Video Link] Luca Donchitch Player Motion Capture Video (English Version): https://www.youtube.com/ watch? v = Hrv8ML0G_3k ◆ "NBA 2K22" Product Information https://26.gigafile.nu/0722-c00b0a3f8bdc6c502e14beff2fb469f99