With a redesigned set of features and updated gameplay, NBA 2K25 is almost here, and players on all platforms can’t wait to get their hands on it. Differentiating 2K25 from its predecessors, new features will be available to both current and new generation gamers. Nevertheless, the delightful gaming experience that we have grown to love in NBA 2K25 will remain unchanged. Without further ado, let’s have a look at the release date.
September 6, 2024 – NBA 2K25 Drops!
To be a star, it’s gotta be #BallOverEverything 🌟
Introducing our #NBA2K25 Cover Athletes @jaytatum0 and @_ajawilson22! 💫
Pre-order the All-Star Edition today ➡️ https://t.co/gLm2YAsIjO pic.twitter.com/OwXyK4d71f
— NBA 2K (@NBA2K) July 10, 2024
The NBA 2K25 release date is Friday, September 6th, 2024. It will release for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The game comes with four different editions:
Standard Edition – $59.99 on Nintendo Switch, and $69.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC
WNBA Edition – Gamestop Exclusive (Available in North America only as a physical copy) which costs $69.99 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
All-Star Edition – $99.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC
100,000 VC
MyTEAM Content:
10 MyTEAM player Cards (3 guaranteed 89 OVR)
3 Diamond Shoe Cards
3 Takeover Boosts
1 Amethyst Coach Card
MyCAREER Content:
150x Skill Boosts (25 Games) 75x Gatorade Boosts (25 Games)
Jayson Tatum Cover Jersey
Jayson Tatum Electric Skateboard Skin 2K25 Cover Stars Design T-Shirt Hall of Fame Edition – Available exclusively for a limited time (September 8th). Costs $149.99 and will be available for PS5, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
All All-Star Edition Content
MyCAREER Vince Carter Cover Jersey Season 1 Pro Pass (4 prizes upfront)
12-Month NBA League Pass Subscription
The Boston Celtics’ very own Jayson Tatum graces the Standard and All-Star Edition cover. A’ja Wilson is the WNBA edition cover, and joins Tatum on the All-Star cover as well. Lastly, Vince Carter is the Hall of Fame Edition Cover athlete for NBA 2K25.
NBA 2K25 Gameplay
While we don’t have any footage of gameplay yet, we do know that NBA 2K25 will continue to run on ProPLAY technology for it’s New Gen Counterparts. Additionally, PC players may now enjoy the same perks as New Gen players can, which includes the new ProPLAY tech.
NBA 2K25 will deliver a familiar experience for fans of the series, but with fresh enhancements across multiple modes to differentiate itself from its predecessor. If you’re a beginner to the series, here’s a brief explanation of some of the modes:
MyCAREER: Create your own NBA player and bring fame to yourself and your team.
MyTEAM: A card-collecting feature where you design your dream-team roster by opening and earning additional player packs.
MyNBA: NBA 2K’s Franchise mode, where you play as your favorite team and manage various elements regarding both the league and your organization
The W (New Gen): a WNBA-themed option which allows you play as all 12 WNBA teams
ProPLAY technology leverages real NBA film to produce authentic player movement. From simple moves like passing the ball, to more advanced abilities like dunks and alley-oops, you’ll watch players move more realistically than ever before.
Of course, there’s much more to it than that, but we’ll have to wait and see additional footage in order to truly explain the new elements. But in the meantime, here’s a few nice morsels of information for lovers of the series.
Firstly, New Gen gamers (including those on PC), can experience a new sixth era in MyNBA. These Eras allow you control your franchise from different moments in NBA history. Want to start in the 80s or early 2000s? The choice is yours!
Furthermore, New Gen Players will be able to explore a more compact, yet engaging City. As for Current-Gen players, you’ll get a new Neighborhood to explore. Here, you can complete, tasks, get rewards, and connect with people online.
NBA 2K25 Story
NBA 2K25 can potentially have a handful of different stories, depending on how you look at it. However, it’s reasonable to conclude that MyCAREER will give the true narrative experience. Here, you’ll follow your player throughout their career, and discover new storylines as you go along. And whether you explore The City or the Neighborhood, there’ll be lots of characters to interact with.
NBA 2K24’s MyCAREER tale has your player going into the league as a top-rated prospect. We’re eager in seeing what the devs have in store for us in the next installment.
That is everything we know about the NBA 2K25 Release Date, Gameplay, and Story so far. We look forward to learning more in the coming months, as the game releases in September. We’re most interested to see the new MyNBA era, as well as the fresh improvements to The City.
