The Battle for College Basketball Gaming Is On
Following the buzz that EA Sports is developing a new college basketball game, 2K Sports has entered the ring, making its ambitions clear. This shake-up in the gaming community comes after EA teased the arrival of its first college basketball title in 16 years.
On a recent Monday, EA Sports dropped a tweet featuring a basketball emblazoned with their logo, along with the message: “Bring the Madness. Let’s run it back. #CBB #ItsInTheGame.†This marks EA’s return to the college basketball scene since the release of NCAA Basketball 10.
In a spirited reaction to a fan’s remark on X, wishing for 2K to take the lead in college basketball gaming, 2K responded with a cheeky tweet: “the campus has been quiet for too long†accompanied by a smirking emoji. The statement continued, “2K is the undisputed home of basketball gaming. We have a strong history with college hoops and are exploring exciting new ways to bring athletes and schools to life. Class is in session.â€Â
The campus has been quiet for too long 😠https://t.co/AuqoX5u5Qr
 NBA 2K (@NBA2K) June 30, 2025
What This Means for Players
While EA Sports dominates the college football and ice hockey genres, basketball is undeniably 2K Sports’ territory, led by the successful NBA 2K series. EA’s pivot to college basketball seems fueled by its recent triumph in the college football arena, where EA Sports College Football 25 achieved record-breaking sales, becoming the best-selling sports video game in the U.S., surpassing NBA 2K21.
With a sequel on the way, EA Sports College Football 26 is slated for release on July 10, and a Deluxe Edition will allow eager fans to access the game three days earlier on July 7. The competitive landscape of college basketball gaming is heating up, and players should brace for some exciting developments.