The abbreviation for NBA 2K’s main in-game currency is VC, meaning Virtual Currency. Players can earn VC through gameplay and activities across several modes, then spend it on upgrades, cosmetics, animations, equipment, and other digital content.
VC became a major part of NBA 2K’s progression systems as the series connected more features to a shared player economy. In MyCareer, it can be used to improve a MyPLAYER’s attributes and purchase clothing or signature animations. Depending on the release, VC may also be usable in MyTEAM and other areas of the game.
VC is not the same as every currency in NBA 2K. MyTEAM commonly uses MyTEAM Points, often abbreviated MT or MTP, for cards and packs. The similar-looking names can cause confusion, but VC is the broad, series-wide Virtual Currency. It can generally be earned by playing, completing activities, or purchasing bundles with real money, which has made it both useful and controversial among players.