NBA 2K25 Releases First 2025 Update

NBA 2K25's January Update: Season 4 Prep and Gameplay Refinements

NBA 2K25 has launched its first significant update of 2025, paving the way for Season 4's January 10th debut. This comprehensive patch introduces visual enhancements, gameplay adjustments, and stability improvements across various game modes.

Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid), court refinements (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and numerous uniform updates reflecting current sponsor patches. The update also addresses several reported issues, such as a rare hang in Play Now Online and leaderboard ranking discrepancies.

Patch 4.0: Enhanced Gameplay Realism

This update prioritizes gameplay realism and player control. The "Light Pressure" shot meter has been divided into three distinct levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for more precise shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce overly long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair interruptions of skill dunks. Finally, the Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been implemented in 1v1 game modes.

Mode-Specific Improvements

• MyCAREER: Progression fixes ensure accurate badge unlocks and prevent skipped NBA Cup games.
• MyTEAM: Visual updates to player cards and menus, along with fixes for saving Favorite Plays and challenge progression blockers.
• MyNBA & The W: Stability enhancements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction. Performance and stability improvements have also been made to the City and Pro-Am modes.

Patch 4.0 Notes: A Detailed Overview

GENERAL:

• Season 4 launches January 10th at 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT.
• Fixes for a rare Play Now Online hang and leaderboard sorting issues.
• Corrected logo scaling on the Los Angeles Clippers court and updated the Emirates NBA Cup court for accuracy.
• Updated uniforms for several teams (Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards) to reflect current sponsor patches and commemorative elements.
• Numerous player and coach likeness updates (see full list below).

GAMEPLAY:

• "Light Pressure" coverage now features three distinct levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for improved shot feedback.
• Skill dunks are no longer unfairly interrupted by trailing defenders.
• Ball-rim restitution adjusted for more realistic rebounds.
• Offensive 3 Seconds rule added to 1v1 Proving Grounds and Ante-Up.

CITY/PRO-AM/REC/THEATER/PROVING GROUNDS:

• Significant performance, stability, and visual improvements in The City.
• Fixes for REP multiplier application and clothing change delays.
• Alternate uniforms are now randomly selected for away teams in Pro-Am.

MyCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:

• Numerous fixes to improve quest experiences and progression.
• Fixes for Maximum Overdrive badge unlock and dynamically scheduled NBA Cup game skipping issues.

MyTEAM:

• Fixes for Breakout game counting, mini-game award icons, saving Favorite Plays, Exchange availability, and challenge progression blockers.
• Visual improvements to Auction House menus and Player Cards.

MyNBA/THE W:

• Stability fixes for MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W.
• Fixes for progress blockers related to the Start Today feature and league contraction.

List of Likeness Updates: Rebecca Allen, Shakira Austin, LaMelo Ball, Jamison Battle, Kalani Brown, Kwame Brown, Bilal Coulibaly, Joel Embiid, Enrique Freeman, Joyner Holmes, Juwan Howard, Moriah Jefferson, Sika Koné, Jared McCain, Jade Melbourne, Brandin Podziemski, Zaccharie Risacher, Mercedes Russell, Tidjane Salaun, Jermaine Samuels Jr., Marcus Smart, Alanna Smith, Dennis Smith Jr., Stephanie Soares, Latricia Trammell, Sevgi Uzun, Stephen Curry, Julie Vanloo, Coby White, Andrew Wiggins, and Cecilia Zandalasini.