NBA 2K25 Hits the Market Worldwide, Key players like Andre Iguodala and Blake Griffin removed

2K25 game poster
2K25 game poster

Highlights:

NBA 2K25 has been released Worldwide.

Fans have mixed reactions after key players have been removed.

2K has officially released NBA® 2K25, the latest edition of its popular basketball video game series. The game is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. 

 

The new version for next-gen consoles introduces several major updates, including gameplay enhancements through ProPLAY™, new features in MyTEAM and The City modes, and expanded role-playing options in MyCAREER, MyNBA, The W, and more.

 

According to Greg Thomas, President at Visual Concepts, “NBA 2K25 is here, built on feedback from the community. It provides a top-notch platform for players to showcase their skills and experience the game like never before.”

 

Additions in the game 

 

The new game features include exciting competitive modes in The City and MyTEAM, along with improved features and tutorials designed to help new players. The game boasts 9,000 new animations derived from real NBA footage, including over 1,500 dribbling animations, 1,100 signature shots, and 1,300 off-ball animations. 

 

The new dribble engine, powered by ProPLAY™, enhances realism with lifelike motion. NBA 2K25 also revamps the interactive City with new elements like the Boulevard of the Stars, Proving Grounds ranked mode, MyCOURT, and classic 2K15 MyPARKS.

 

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New Modes

 

MyTEAM has undergone a significant overhaul, introducing new modes such as Triple Threat Park, Breakout, Showdown, and King of the Court, as well as the return of the Auction House. Both single-player and multiplayer experiences have been refreshed. 

 

In MyCAREER, players can build their dynasty by competing against nine historic NBA teams in pursuit of championships. The new “Heart of a Dynasty” flashback story mode adds depth to the MyPLAYER experience.

 

MyNBA now features “The Steph Era,” allowing fans to revisit the Golden State Warriors’ championship years. The Learn 2K mode offers tutorials for players of all skill levels, while The W mode lets players strive to become legends in WNBA history, featuring stars like A’ja Wilson. Each Season in NBA 2K25 will bring new rewards, starting with Season 1 at launch, along with updates to the game’s soundtrack.

 

However, the game has seen the removal of more than ten players, including some all-stars and former NBA champions. This decision has led to strong reactions from fans, who hope these players might be added back in a future update.

 

Top Players who have been removed -

 

1. Blake Griffin
2. Andre Iguodala
3. Goran Dragic
4. John Wall
5. Serge Ibaka

 

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