NBA 2K25's Season 4 Prep: Patch 4.0 Delivers Visual and Gameplay Enhancements
NBA 2K25 has received a significant update, paving the way for Season 4's January 10th launch. This update, Patch 4.0, focuses on visual improvements and gameplay refinements across various game modes.
Key improvements include updated player likenesses (featuring Stephen Curry, Joel Embiid, and many others), court corrections (addressing issues with the Los Angeles Clippers court and Emirates NBA Cup court), and uniform updates incorporating accurate sponsor patches.
Gameplay enhancements in Patch 4.0 center around realism and player control. The "Light Pressure" shot meter now features three distinct levels (Weak, Moderate, Strong) for more precise shot feedback. Ball physics have been adjusted to reduce excessively long rebounds, and defensive mechanics have been tweaked to prevent unfair interruptions of skill dunks. The Offensive 3 Seconds rule has been added to 1v1 Proving Grounds.
Performance and stability improvements are also included. The City, Pro-Am, and other modes see enhancements for smoother gameplay. MyCAREER addresses progression issues, ensuring proper badge unlocks and preventing skipped NBA Cup games. MyTEAM boasts visual updates and fixes for saving Favorite Plays and challenge progression. MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W benefit from stability fixes, addressing issues such as league contraction.
Patch 4.0 Highlights:
- Season 4 Launch: Prepares the game for Season 4, launching January 10th at 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/4 PM GMT.
- General Fixes: Addresses rare hangs in Play Now Online, corrects leaderboard rankings, and updates various team logos and uniforms.
- Likeness Updates: Numerous players and coaches receive updated in-game appearances.
- Gameplay Enhancements: Refined shot feedback, improved ball physics, adjusted defensive mechanics, and implementation of the Offensive 3 Seconds rule.
- Mode-Specific Improvements: Stability and performance boosts for MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and online modes.
The comprehensive nature of Patch 4.0 demonstrates the developers' commitment to ongoing game improvement and player satisfaction.
