NBA 2K25 Unveils Major 2025 Update

NBA 2K25's significant January update paves the way for Season 4 (launching January 10th), delivering substantial gameplay enhancements and visual refinements. This Patch 4.0 addresses numerous issues across various game modes, improving overall stability and realism.

Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid), court corrections (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and uniform adjustments. A rare hang in Play Now Online has been resolved, and player leaderboard rankings are now accurately displayed.

Gameplay Enhancements (Patch 4.0):

The update significantly boosts realism. "Light Pressure" shot defense is now categorized into Weak, Moderate, and Strong, providing more nuanced shot feedback. Ball-rim interaction has been tweaked for more realistic rebounds. Defensive mechanics have been refined to prevent unfair interruptions of skill dunks, and the Offensive 3 Seconds rule is now enforced in 1v1 modes. Performance and stability improvements across City, Pro-Am, and related modes ensure smoother gameplay.

Mode-Specific Fixes:

• MyCAREER: Progression adjustments ensure proper 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 improvements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction.

Patch 4.0 Notes Summary:

GENERAL:

• Season 4 preparation.
• Play Now Online hang fix.
• Corrected leaderboard rankings.
• Los Angeles Clippers and Emirates NBA Cup court updates.
• Uniform updates for several teams (sponsor and commemorative patches).
• Numerous player and coach likeness updates (listed below).

GAMEPLAY:

• Refined "Light Pressure" coverage system.
• Prevention of unfair skill dunk interruptions.
• Adjusted ball-rim restitution for realistic rebounds.
• Offensive 3 Seconds rule enabled in 1v1 modes.

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

• Performance, stability, and visual enhancements.
• Resolved REP multiplier application issue.
• Alternate uniform selection improved in Pro-Am.
• Fixed a delay in Pro-Am shootaround clothing changes.

MyCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:

• Numerous fixes for improved quest experience and progression.
• Maximum Overdrive badge unlock fix.
• Resolved issue with skipped NBA Cup games.

MyTEAM:

• Breakout game counting fix.
• Updated Breakout mini-game award icons.
• Favorite Plays saving fix.
• Exchange availability fix.
• Auction House menu visual improvements.
• Challenge progression blocker fix.
• Player Card and menu visual updates.

MyNBA/THE W:

• Stability fixes and improvements.
• Resolved progress blocker in MyNBA using "Start Today."
• Fixed a hang during 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.