In order to be truly competitive in today’s sports games you can’t just get the game on release, you need to get access before its even out.

Following the early access given to EA’s Sports games through EA Access, 2K is now also jumping on the bandwagon with the release of NBA 2K17.

“We are thrilled to announce THE PRELUDE, a free downloadable experience for NBA 2K17! For the first time in NBA 2K history, gamers – both new and old – will get to start their MyCAREER experience prior to the game’s launch on September 20, 2016.”

“The Prelude will be available on September 9, 2016 on PlayStation Network and Xbox LIVE.”

Check out the full announcement trailer below:

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