A Look Back at Every Major Nike NOCTA Sneaker Release

NOCTA’s run with Nike dates back to 2022, when the NOCTA Hot Step Air Terra first debuted and introduced Drake’s signature aesthetic to Nike footwear in full form. While the partnership had already produced apparel and accessories before then, the Hot Step marked the beginning of NOCTA’s standalone sneaker identity — one built around minimal palettes, reflective detailing, performance references, and lifestyle appeal.

Since then, NOCTA has steadily expanded its lineup across several different Nike silhouettes. The Hot Step Air Terra quickly became the foundation, releasing in multiple colorways ranging from understated triple white and black pairs to brighter finishes like “University Gold” and “Purple.” The model’s chunky shape and early-2000s-inspired tooling helped separate it from traditional lifestyle runners at the time.

“Note”Drake’s Nike Hot Step Air Terra NOCTA “Black/Gold"

The line later evolved with the introduction of the NOCTA x Nike Air Zoom Drive, a sleeker and more futuristic silhouette that leaned further into performance-inspired design. Around the same period, Drake’s label also revisited classics through multiple NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 collaborations, including the all-white “Certified Lover Boy” pair featuring custom lettering across the midsole. Those releases quickly became some of the most recognizable sneakers tied to the partnership.

More recently, the Nike Glide continued NOCTA’s push into streamlined technical footwear, offering a low-profile runner backed by reflective finishes and subtle NOCTA branding. While not every release carried the same level of hype as the early Hot Step drops, the consistency of the line has helped establish NOCTA as a long-term part of Nike’s collaborative roster rather than a short-lived celebrity project.

“Note”Drake’s Nike NOCTA Glide in "Triple Black"

Now, attention is shifting toward the NOCTA x Nike KD 19 collaboration expected later this year. Early previews suggest the project will bring NOCTA’s signature aesthetic into Nike Basketball for the first time on Kevin Durant’s latest signature model, marking another major step forward for the partnership.

As the NOCTA catalog continues to grow, the upcoming NOCTA x Nike KD 19 could end up being one of the line’s biggest releases yet.

Until then you can shop the latest NOCTA gear right here on their official website, Nike, Foot Locker, JD Sports, and Snipes.