NBA 2K25's substantial January update paves the way for Season 4 (launching January 10th), delivering significant gameplay enhancements and visual refinements. This patch addresses numerous bugs and improves overall stability across various game modes.
Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid, and many others), corrected court visuals (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and refined uniform sponsor patches for several teams.
Gameplay Enhancements (Patch 4.0):
This update prioritizes realism and player control. "Light Pressure" shot defense is now categorized into Weak, Moderate, and Strong, providing more nuanced shot feedback. Ball-rim physics have been adjusted to reduce excessively long rebounds. Defensive mechanics have been tweaked to prevent unfair disruptions of skill dunks, and the Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been implemented in 1v1 modes. Performance and stability improvements have been made to City, Pro-Am, and related modes.
Mode-Specific Fixes:
- MyCAREER: Addressed progression issues, ensuring proper badge unlocks and preventing 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 addressing issues like NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction.
Patch 4.0 Notes (Highlights):
GENERAL:
- Season 4 launch preparation (January 10th, 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT).
- Resolved a rare hang in Play Now Online when changing lineups.
- Corrected player ranking sorting on the Play Now Online leaderboard.
- Corrected logo scaling on the Los Angeles Clippers court and updated the Emirates NBA Cup court for accuracy.
- Updated sponsor patches and commemorative patches for several teams (Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards).
- Numerous player and coach likeness updates (see full list in original patch notes).
GAMEPLAY: (Detailed in the section above)
CITY/PRO-AM/REC/THEATER/PROVING GROUNDS:
- Significant performance, stability, and visual improvements.
- Fixed issues with REP multipliers and uniform selection.
- Resolved a delay in Pro-Am shootaround clothing changes.
MYCAREER/QUESTS/PROGRESSION:
- Multiple fixes to improve quest experience and progression.
- Addressed issues with badge unlocks and dynamically scheduled NBA Cup games.
MYTEAM:
- Resolved issues with Breakout game counting, mini-game award icons, saving Favorite Plays, Exchange availability, and challenge progression.
- Visual improvements to Auction House menus and Player Cards.
MYNBA/THE W:
- Stability fixes addressing issues with Start Today feature and league contraction.
This comprehensive update demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement, enhancing the overall NBA 2K25 experience and setting the stage for the upcoming Season 4 content.
