Step aside, Madden 25: It's NBA 2K25 season! When is the release date?

Step aside, Madden 25: It’s NBA 2K25 season! When is the release date?

Posted by Admin September 5, 2024 NBA

Thursday night sees the kickoff of the new NFL season. College football is underway as well (though Florida and FSU fans might prefer a fresh start already). But never mind any of that: It’s basketball season now!

That’s because the NBA 2K25 release is here. Those who preordered the new NBA video game already has access to the new version. The rest of us don’t have long to wait, so step aside, Madden 25 and College Football 25.

One of the editions of NBA 2K25 will have Vince Carter, new Hall of Famer and Daytona Beach native, as its cover athlete. The other covers feature Jayson Tatum, star of the NBA champion Boston Celtics, and A’ja Wilson, the Las Vegas Aces star to show off the WNBA teams and players available in the game.

2K Sports dropped its most recent trailer August 22, teasing the game’s new competitive modes:

Here’s what to know about 2K25, including release date, price, platforms and ratings:

NBA 2K25 release date: When is NBA 2K25 out?

NBA 2K25 has its wide release Friday, September 6. Those who preordered gained access Wednesday.

What platforms will NBA 2K25 be on?

NBA 2K25 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Steam for PC gamers.

Is 2K25 going to be on PS4? What about Xbox One?

Yes, NBA 2K25 will also be playable on last-gen gaming consoles PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. But not all of the features will be available on the older consoles.

NBA 2K25 price: How much does the game cost?

The base version of the game, with Jayson Tatum on the cover, costs $69.99. The All-Star Edition, featuring Tatum and A’ja Wilson on the cover, costs $99.99. The Hall of Fame edition, starring Vince Carter on the cover, costs $149.99.

What’s the difference between the NBA 2K25 All-Star and Hall of Fame editions?

The base version of NBA 2K25 comes with virtual currency, MyTeam and MyCareer content. The All-Star Edition has that, plus additional virtual currency and in-game boosts and cards, plus a special jersey and skin for Jayson Tatum. The Hall of Fame Edition includes all that, plus a 12-month NBA League Pass subscription and a Season 1 Pro Pass with upfront rewards.

What’s new to NBA 2K25?

The City interactive hub has been improved with outdoor courts and multiple game modes from 1v1 to 5v5 streetball in the Proving Grounds. The Boulevard of Stars features names of NBA legends, and your created player could join their ranks. Classic courts are returning, as is MyCourt, the personalized hub where your MyCareer player can hone their skills.

The W Mode is revamped with current and past WNBA legends, from Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese to Cheryl Cooper. The game options include press conferences and new outdoor courts for online play.

Game mechanics have been updated with the ProPlay system, with new animations mimicking real-life dribbling and shooting motions. Created players will have more advanced shooting forms and dribbling styles available.

MyCareer and MyGM modes have more dynamic features, and the Steph Era has been added to the Dynasty Rankings.

Unlike in Madden 25, no players in NBA 2K25 have 99 ratings. Here’s a look at the top players in the game:

Nikola Jokic: 97
Luka Doncic: 97
Giannis Antetokounmpo: 97
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 96
Joel Embiid: 96
LeBron James: 95
Stephen Curry: 95
Jayson Tatum: 95
Kevin Durant: 94
Anthony Davis: 94

NBA 2K25 locker codes

Locker codes are text-based codes that can be redeemed for various extras in the game, including unlockable players, card packs and virtual currency. They’re only available for a limited time, so check them out and put them in quick!