NBA 2K26 Season 6 release countdown: Exact date and time, season pass rewards, and more

Season 6 is coming soon to NBA 2K26, and it will arrive with a fresh pass for us to grind. As always, the new pass will have plenty of rewards, and you can get more by opting for the paid upgrade. We also have confirmation about when the new season will go live.

Let’s look at all the vital information you’ll need to remember for the new season.

NBA 2K26 Season 6 release countdown

Season 6 will go live on Friday, Apr. 3. The following countdown will expire once the new season is live.

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The countdown is based on the following timings.

• 8am PT
• 10am CT
• 11am ET
• 4pm UTC

We already had an idea about when the season would begin based on the expiry details of the Season 5 pass. However, 2K has now confirmed when the new season begins, and we also have information about the main rewards of the upcoming pass.

NBA 2K26 Season 6 pass rewards

Season 6 will have 40 levels of rewards, which will be separated across MyCareer and MyTeam modes.

MyCareer

• Level 19: The Raptor Mascot
• Level 24: Game Over Teammote
• Level 33: Donut Eyes
• Level 36: Vintage Robe
• Level 37: Crews MVP Oversized Tee and Crews MVP Medallion
• Level 39: Cyborg Mods
• Level 40: +1 Cap Breaker

MyTeam

• Level 1: Pink Diamond Ja Morant Evo card
• Level 6: Animated Turtle Backpack
• Level 10: Galaxy Opal Dillon Brooks
• Level 20: Dark Matter Richard Jefferson
• Level 28: Dark Matter Mike D’Antoni Coach card
• Level 30: Dark Matter Dennis Rodman
• Level 35: 100 OVR Lisa Leslie
• Level 40: 100 OVR Shaquille O’Neal (Miami Heat)

If you choose to opt for a paid upgrade, you’ll also unlock additional rewards that include special MyTeam cards, VC, and more. We will have a clear idea about all the rewards once the new season goes live in two nights from now.

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The Assessor Matrix is a new crafting material that you can find in ARC Raiders as part of the Flashpoint update. This material can only be found during a specific map condition, and you’ll need it for different reasons.

First, let’s find out how you can obtain the material.

How to get the Assessor Matrix in ARC Raiders

To find the Assessor Matrix, you’ll need to wait for the Close Scrutiny event. While this event only appears during a certain time of day, it can be active on any of the available maps (except Stella Montis).

When this map condition is active, ARC Assessors will spawn on the map at random locations. To get the Assessor Matrix, you’ll need to loot the dropships. However, this is easier said than done. Once you’re near one, look at the sky to spot three red beams.

Every Assessor has three containers for you to breach and search for loot. Enemies will guard these containers, so you’ll need to be careful. Once you’re near the ship, wait for the platform to show up. Use the platform to climb up and search the containers. If you’re in a group, any two of you should keep the ARCs distracted.

If you’re lucky, you should be able to find the Assessor Matrix in the containers. You could even obtain the blueprint for the Dolabra, which is a new shotgun.

As you might have found out in the first 24 hours since the Flashpoint update, it’s not easy to loot an Assessor. Here are a few tips and tricks that have worked well for me.

• Use a Photoelectric Cloak. Using it is tricky, as you can’t use a gun, so it’s pretty easy to get targeted by other raiders. However, this device will complete mask your presence and hide you from every ARC enemy in the vicinity. It’s a great device to use if you want to loot without getting stuck in a fight.
• Smoke Grenades are a must as you’ll want to hide your location from other raiders. You can use it to quickly loot the containers and escape without getting shot by other players/ARCs.
• Having your buddies will be helpful, as will be heavy hitters like the Hullcrackers. Since the Assessor can also have Vaporizers nearby, bring a Wolfpack or two to melt them in seconds.

How to use the Assessor Matrix in ARC Raiders

So far, the Assessor Matrix appears to be required for completing the stages of the recent High-Gain Antenna player project. This project has three different stages, and you’ll need the Assessor Matrix to complete the tasks of the second and third stages.

It’s definitely worth taking the extra risk to collect the Assessor Matrix when the Close Scrutiny event is active.

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