NBA 2K25's January Update: Season 4 Prep and Gameplay Refinements
NBA 2K25 has received a significant update, paving the way for Season 4's January 10th launch. This patch introduces visual enhancements, gameplay adjustments, and stability fixes across various game modes.
Key improvements include updated player likenesses (e.g., Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid), court corrections (Los Angeles Clippers logo, Emirates NBA Cup), and uniform refinements (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 significantly enhances gameplay realism. "Light Pressure" shot defense is now categorized into Weak, Moderate, and Strong, providing more nuanced shot feedback. Ball-rim interaction has been tweaked to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive adjustments prevent unfair skill dunk interruptions. The Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been added to 1v1 Proving Grounds.
Further improvements are seen across various modes:
- 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 like NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction when using "Start Today."
- City/Pro-Am: Performance and stability improvements for smoother gameplay.
Patch 4.0 Detailed Patch Notes:
GENERAL
- Season 4 launches January 10th at 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's Friends tab.
- Adjusted Los Angeles Clippers court logo scale.
- Updated the Emirates NBA Cup court for accuracy.
- Updated uniforms with sponsor patch and commemorative updates for several teams (Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards).
- Likeness updates for numerous players and coaches (see full list below).
GAMEPLAY
- "Light Pressure" defense now has three levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for detailed shot feedback.
- Prevented trailing defenders from unfairly disrupting skill dunks.
- Adjusted ball-rim restitution for more realistic rebounds.
- Enabled the Offensive 3 Seconds rule in 1v1 Proving Grounds and Ante-Up.
CITY / PRO-AM / REC / THEATER / PROVING GROUNDS
- Numerous performance, stability, and visual improvements in The City.
- Fixed incorrect REP multiplier application after transitioning from MyTEAM to The City.
- Enabled alternate uniforms for all Pro-Am away teams.
- Resolved a delay when changing clothes before Pro-Am 5v5 shootarounds.
MyCAREER / QUESTS / PROGRESSION
- Multiple fixes to improve quest experience, progression, and completion.
- Fixed Maximum Overdrive badge unlock issue.
- Resolved skipped dynamically scheduled NBA Cup games during simulation.
MyTEAM
- Fixed Breakout game counting issues.
- Updated Breakout mini-game award icon visuals.
- Fixed saving Favorite Plays issue.
- Resolved instantly regenerated Exchanges availability issue.
- Improved Auction House menu visuals.
- Fixed progress blockers in Welcome to MyTEAM Challenges.
- Minor updates to Player Card and menu visuals.
MyNBA / THE W
- Various stability fixes and improvements for MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W.
- Resolved progress blockers in MyNBA using "Start Today" with scheduled NBA Cup games.
- Fixed a hang when contracting the league to 18 teams.
List of Players/Coaches with 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.
