NBA The Run Set for June 2026 Launch, PC Beta May 1

Play by Play Studios has announced that NBA The Run, a fast-paced 3v3 street basketball game, will launch in June 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam. A closed beta test for PC players begins May 1 on Steam, running from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. PT, with sign-ups available now.

The title revives arcade-style basketball reminiscent of classics like NBA Street and NBA Jam, emphasizing style, speed and creativity over simulation realism. Matches unfold in the Run the World Tournament, a four-round knockout format on iconic global courts such as Venice Beach, Rucker Park, Dongdang in Beijing and the Taguig Tenement in the Philippines. Finals take place on one of four designated championship courts, with winners claiming the Run the World trophy.

At launch, players can choose from three modes: Knockout Squads for 3v3 team play with friends or online matchmaking; Knockout Solos, where users control their own trio; and Knockout Friends for private tournaments supporting up to 48 players or AI opponents. The roster includes more than 30 NBA stars, such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama, each with unique playstyles and...