NBA 2K25 Update 4.0: Season 4 Prep and Gameplay Overhaul

NBA 2K25's latest major update paves the way for Season 4 (launching January 10th) with significant gameplay enhancements, visual improvements, and stability fixes across all modes. This patch addresses various reported issues while introducing refinements designed to boost realism and player control.

Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry and Joel Embiid, among others), corrected court visuals (including the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and updated team uniforms with accurate sponsor patches.

Gameplay Enhancements (Patch 4.0):

This update focuses on enhancing realism and providing more nuanced feedback. The "Light Pressure" shot meter is now divided into three distinct levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong), offering more granular shot feedback. Ball physics have been tweaked to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been adjusted to prevent unfair disruption of skill dunks. Finally, the Offensive 3 Seconds rule is now enforced in 1v1 Proving Grounds.

Mode-Specific Improvements:

• MyCAREER: Progression issues have been addressed, ensuring proper badge unlocks and preventing skipped NBA Cup games.
• MyTEAM: Visual updates to player cards and menus enhance the aesthetic appeal. Fixes include resolving issues with saving Favorite Plays and progress blockers during challenges.
• MyNBA/MyNBA Online/The W: Stability improvements address issues such as NBA Cup simulation problems and league contraction when using the "Start Today" feature. The City and Pro-Am modes also receive performance and stability boosts.

Patch 4.0 Highlights:

General:

• Season 4 launch preparations (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.
• Updated court logos and sponsor patches for multiple teams (including Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, and Washington Wizards).
• Numerous player and coach likeness updates (see full list below).

Gameplay:

• Refined "Light Pressure" shot feedback with three intensity levels.
• Prevented trailing defenders from unfairly interrupting skill dunks.
• Adjusted ball-rim restitution for more realistic rebounds.
• Implemented the Offensive 3 Seconds rule for 1v1 modes.

City/Pro-Am/Rec/Theater/Proving Grounds:

• Improved performance, stability, and visuals across these modes.
• Addressed issues with REP multipliers and uniform selection.

MyCAREER:

• Resolved progression and quest completion issues.
• Fixed the Maximum Overdrive badge unlock issue.
• Prevented dynamically scheduled NBA Cup games from being skipped.

MyTEAM:

• Addressed issues with Breakout game counting, saving Favorite Plays, and challenge progress blockers.
• Improved Auction House menu visuals.
• Updated Player Card visuals and other menus.

MyNBA/The W:

• Improved stability and addressed progress blockers related to the "Start Today" feature and league contraction.

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. Many of these updates include dynamic hair features.