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 (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and uniform sponsor patch updates for several teams. The update also addresses several bugs, such as a rare hang in Play Now Online and leaderboard ranking inconsistencies.
Gameplay Enhancements (Patch 4.0):
This update prioritizes enhanced realism and player control. The "Light Pressure" shot meter has been divided into three levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for more precise shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce overly long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair disruption of skill dunks. The Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been added to 1v1 Proving Grounds. Performance and stability improvements have been implemented in City and Pro-Am modes.
Mode-Specific Fixes:
- 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 Notes (Summary):
GENERAL:
- Season 4 launches January 10th.
- Fixed rare hang in Play Now Online lineup changes.
- Corrected player rankings in Play Now Online leaderboards.
- Corrected Los Angeles Clippers court logo.
- Updated Emirates NBA Cup court for accuracy.
- Updated uniforms for Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, and Washington Wizards (sponsor patches).
- Likeness updates for numerous players and coaches (see full list below).
GAMEPLAY:
- "Light Pressure" coverage now has three intensity levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong).
- Prevented trailing defenders from interrupting skill dunks.
- Adjusted ball-rim restitution to reduce excessively long rebounds.
- Enabled Offensive 3 Seconds rule for 1v1 Proving Grounds and Ante-Up.
CITY/PRO-AM/REC/THEATER/PROVING GROUNDS:
- Performance, stability, and visual improvements in City mode.
- Corrected REP multiplier application after transitioning from MyTEAM to City.
- Improved alternate uniform selection in Pro-Am.
- Fixed delay in changing clothing before Pro-Am shootarounds.
MYCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:
- Improved quest experience and progression.
- Fixed Maximum Overdrive badge unlock issue.
- Prevented skipping of dynamically scheduled NBA Cup games.
MYTEAM:
- Fixed Breakout game counting issue.
- Updated Breakout mini-game award icons.
- Fixed Favorite Plays saving issue.
- Resolved issue with instantly regenerated Exchanges.
- Improved Auction House menu visuals.
- Fixed progress blocker in Welcome to MyTEAM Challenges.
- Minor Player Card and menu visual updates.
MYNBA/THE W:
- Stability fixes and improvements.
- Resolved progress blocker in MyNBA using "Start Today" with scheduled NBA Cup games.
- Fixed hang when contracting the league to 18 teams.
Full List of 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.
