A new arcade basketball game has been announced and it is officially licensed by the NBA and the NBPA. Developer Play by Play Studios will be bringing NBA THE RUN as its first developed game to the scene with 3v3 action that will summon the nostalgia for previous games. NBA THE RUN will be releasing for PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X|S in 2026. The game will feature Cross Play to maximize online matchmaking. NBA THE RUN will bring current NBA stars along with fictional streetball legends. You can check out the official website here along with the announcement trailer below.
More About Play by Play Studios
According to the website, CEO and Founder Scott Probst spent 20 years in the game industry. Some former associates from Electronic Arts, along with Frost, formed Play by Play Studios in 2021. The goal would be fun sports games as there was no desire for complex menus, GM modes, roster management or opening packs. Probst doesn't even like the idea of seeing a broadcast presentation on a sports game. He wants to isolate away from the business element, completely.
The goal for Play by Play Studios is to create...
