NBA 2K25 Releases First 2025 Update

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

NBA 2K25 has received 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 (Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid, and many others), refined court visuals (Los Angeles Clippers court logo, Emirates NBA Cup court), and corrected uniform sponsor patches for several teams. These visual enhancements bolster the game's overall fidelity.

Gameplay in Patch 4.0 focuses on enhanced realism and player control. The "Light Pressure" shot meter is now divided into Weak, Moderate, and Strong pressure levels for more nuanced shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair interruptions of skill dunks. The Offensive 3 Seconds rule has also been implemented in 1v1 modes.

Performance and stability improvements are evident across multiple game modes. The City, Pro-Am, and related modes benefit from enhanced performance and visual upgrades. MyCAREER addresses progression issues, ensuring proper badge unlocks and preventing skipped games. MyTEAM receives visual updates and bug fixes, including resolving issues with saving Favorite Plays and challenge progression. MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W experience stability enhancements, addressing issues like NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction.

Here's a summary of the key fixes and updates included in Patch 4.0:

General:

• Season 4 launch preparation (January 10th).
• Resolved a rare hang in Play Now Online when changing lineups.
• Corrected player ranking sorting on the Play Now Online leaderboard.
• Corrected the Los Angeles Clippers court logo scale.
• 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" shot feedback with three pressure levels.
• Prevented trailing defenders from unfairly interrupting skill dunks.
• Adjusted ball and 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.
• Ensured alternate uniforms are selected appropriately in Pro-Am Away games.
• Fixed delays when changing clothing before Pro-Am shootarounds.

MyCAREER/Quests/Progression:

• Multiple fixes to improve quest experience and progression.
• Corrected an issue preventing Maximum Overdrive badge unlock.
• Resolved issues causing skipped NBA Cup games during simulation.

MyTEAM:

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

MyNBA/The W:

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

Detailed List of Likeness Updates:

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