NBA 2K26 is not out until September 5, but some fans already have access to the full game, and the best build may have already been discovered. Early access begins today, so big fans will be diving into the game in just a few hours (if they haven't already hit the courts). The MyPLAYER builder lets players customize the stats, animations, and a lot more to create a personal character, and a virtually unbeatable build is making its rounds on the internet already.
Created and demonstrated by SiimplyGrinding on YouTube, the dubbed 6'8" Demigod build might be the best build in the game. With very high stats and virtually no weaknesses, this specific build might be a headache for some players and a power trip for others.
New Demigod May Already Be 2K26's Best Build
An Unstoppable Force
NBA 2K26 Superstar Edition Cover
NBA 2K26 Superstar Edition Cover, featuring Carmelo Anthony
The 6'8" Demigod build has a 92 perimeter defense stat, which makes it difficult for any player to score. The build also uses a 93 mid-range shot skill, which unlocks the Hall of Fame-tier Set Shot Specialist skill. He also has an 89 driving dunk stat and 78 vertical stat, which unlocks all the dunk animations in the game. The 86 ball handle stat allows all the animations for 6'8" players to be used, on top of having nearly-maxed speed and agility.
All of this is before using cap breakers to increase stats further. The resources to make this build are also low, requiring only one max plus one and one max plus two. For players looking for a 6'8" character build, it may be harder to do any better than this.
Once The Game Is Out, Build Discussions Will Continue
There's A Lot Yet To Be Discovered
NBA 2K26 Leave No Doubt Edition Cover
NBA 2K26 Leave No Doubt Edition Cover, featuring
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Angel Reese, and Carmelo Anthony.
The game isn't out yet, and builds are probably the most talked-about aspect of modern NBA 2K games. Once the game is officially out, and even later today as early access players begin to play, we may see better builds or even patches to address some aspects before the final September 5 release, which will have several different editions.
With NBA 2K26 offering extensive player customization, as well as allowing both NBA and WNBA stars to be on the same team, the depth of the gameplay should be deeper than ever before. There is likely a lot left to discover as NBA 2K26 inches closer to its release.