NBA 2K25's latest update paves the way for Season 4 (launching January 10th) with significant improvements and fixes. This substantial patch enhances visuals, gameplay realism, and stability across various game modes.
Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid), court refinements (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and uniform updates reflecting current sponsor patches. The update also addresses several reported bugs, such as a rare hang in Play Now Online and leaderboard ranking inconsistencies.
Gameplay Enhancements (Patch 4.0):
This update focuses on refining realism and player control. "Light Pressure" shot defense is now categorized into Weak, Moderate, and Strong, providing more nuanced shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive adjustments prevent unfair disruptions of skill dunks. Finally, the Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been implemented in 1v1 modes.
Mode-Specific Improvements:
- MyCAREER: Progression issues, including badge unlocks and skipped NBA Cup games, have been resolved.
- MyTEAM: Visual updates to player cards and menus, along with fixes for saving Favorite Plays and challenge progression blockers, have been implemented.
- MyNBA & The W: Stability improvements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction when using the "Start Today" feature. City and Pro-Am modes also see performance and stability enhancements.
Patch 4.0 Notes (Summary):
GENERAL:
- Season 4 preparation.
- Play Now Online hang fix.
- Corrected leaderboard rankings.
- Updated court logos (Clippers, Emirates NBA Cup).
- Uniform updates (Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards).
- Player/coach likeness updates (extensive list included in original notes).
GAMEPLAY:
- Refined "Light Pressure" shot feedback.
- Prevented unfair skill dunk interruptions.
- Adjusted ball-rim restitution.
- Implemented Offensive 3 Seconds rule in 1v1 modes.
CITY/PRO-AM/REC/THEATER/PROVING GROUNDS:
- Performance, stability, and visual enhancements.
- Resolved REP multiplier issues.
- Alternate uniform selection improvements in Pro-Am.
- Fixed shootaround clothing change delay.
MyCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:
- Numerous quest fixes and progression improvements.
- Fixed Maximum Overdrive badge unlock issue.
- Resolved dynamically scheduled NBA Cup game skipping.
MyTEAM:
- Fixed Breakout game counting issues.
- Updated Breakout mini-game award icons.
- Fixed Favorite Plays saving issue.
- Resolved Exchange availability issue.
- Auction House menu visual improvements.
- Fixed Welcome to MyTEAM Challenges progression blocker.
- Minor Player Card and menu visual updates.
MyNBA/THE W:
- Stability fixes and improvements.
- Resolved "Start Today" progress blocker.
- Fixed league contraction hang.
