NBA 2K25 Unleashes Inaugural 2025 Update

NBA 2K25's Season 4 Prep: Patch 4.0 Delivers Visual and Gameplay Upgrades

NBA 2K25 has launched its first significant update of 2025, paving the way for Season 4's January 10th debut. This comprehensive patch introduces numerous improvements across various game modes, focusing on enhanced visuals and refined gameplay mechanics.

Key improvements include updated player likenesses, court adjustments (including fixes for the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and uniform refinements. Specific players receiving visual updates include Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid, and several others (see detailed patch notes below).

Gameplay Enhancements in Patch 4.0:

This update prioritizes 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. Defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair disruption of skill dunks, and the Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been added to 1v1 modes. Performance and stability enhancements have also been implemented in City and Pro-Am modes.

Mode-Specific Improvements:

• 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 progress blockers.
• MyNBA & The W: Stability improvements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction.

NBA 2K25 Update 4.0 Patch Notes Summary:

GENERAL:

• Season 4 launch preparation (January 10th, 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT).
• Fixed a rare hang in Play Now Online when changing lineups.
• Corrected player ranking sorting on the Play Now Online leaderboard.
• Corrected logo scale on the Los Angeles Clippers court.
• Updated the Emirates NBA Cup court for accuracy.
• Updated sponsor patches for several teams (Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards).
• Numerous player and coach likeness updates (see detailed list below).

GAMEPLAY:

• Refined "Light Pressure" coverage into three levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for detailed shot feedback.
• Prevented trailing defenders from unfairly interrupting skill dunks.
• Adjusted ball-rim restitution for more realistic rebounds.
• Implemented the Offensive 3 Seconds rule in 1v1 Proving Grounds and Ante-Up.

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

• Significant performance, stability, and visual improvements in The City.
• Resolved issues with REP multipliers and clothing changes.
• Improved alternate uniform selection in Pro-Am.

MyCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:

• Numerous fixes to improve quest experience and progression.
• Fixed issues with badge unlocks and dynamically scheduled NBA Cup games.

MyTEAM:

• Fixed issues with Breakout game counting, mini-game award icons, saving Favorite Plays, and challenge progress.
• Visual improvements to Auction House menus and Player Cards.

MyNBA/THE W:

• Stability fixes for MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W.
• Resolved issues with Start Today feature and league contraction.

Detailed List of Likeness Updates:

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