Breaking: NBA 2K25 Unveils Initial Update

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

NBA 2K25 has released a significant update, paving the way for Season 4's January 10th launch. This patch introduces numerous improvements across gameplay, visuals, and various game modes.

Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid, and many others), court adjustments (correcting logo scaling and court accuracy), and uniform updates reflecting current sponsor patches. The update also addresses several reported bugs, enhancing overall stability and performance.

Gameplay Enhancements in Patch 4.0

Patch 4.0 focuses on heightened realism and player control. The "Light Pressure" shot meter now features three distinct levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for more precise shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair disruptions of skill dunks. The Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been added to 1v1 Proving Grounds. Performance and stability enhancements have also been implemented for City and Pro-Am modes.

Mode-Specific Improvements

• MyCAREER: Progression adjustments 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 improvements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction when using "Start Today."

Patch 4.0 Addresses:

• General: Fixes for a rare hang in Play Now Online, corrected player rankings on leaderboards.
• Visuals: Updated likenesses for numerous players and coaches, corrected court logos and sponsor patches on several teams' uniforms.
• Gameplay: Refined shot feedback, ball physics, and defensive mechanics. Implemented the Offensive 3 Seconds rule in 1v1 modes.
• City/Pro-Am: Performance and stability improvements.

Season 4 is set to launch on January 10th at 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT. Stay tuned for further details!