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NBA 2K21

Online off 31.12.2022 · offline still works

The official servers for NBA 2K21 were switched off on 31 December 2022.

What happened

Paid game. Online play, MyTeam and VC modes ended, and it was removed from sale; offline modes still work for owners.

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Publisher
2K
Released
2020
Servers off
31 December 2022
Platform
PC or console
How it was sold
Paid

What still works

Offline still works. Some or all of the game still plays offline.

If you own it

  • If the game needed the official servers to start, it can no longer be played.
  • Check the summary above for any refund, offline mode or fan-run server.
  • Keep your receipt or proof of purchase in case a refund or claim opens later.

General guidance, not legal advice. The publisher's announcement has the details.

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