NBA 2K25 Patch 5.0 Released

Patch 5.0 is now available for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S version of NBA 2K25, with the PC patch set to drop soon. As always, it should come through automatically as long as you’re online. If it doesn’t, try checking for updates manually, or restarting your console/Steam client.

In addition to preparing NBA 2K25 for Season 5 in MyTEAM and MyCAREER, Patch 5.0 includes updates to player likenesses and team jerseys. It also includes fixes for disconnections in multiplayer games, a couple of Trophies/Achievements that weren’t unlocking correctly, and a few other issues.

You can find the full release notes for the latest patch below, as well as in the NBA 2K25 update history in our Wiki. Feel free to share any thoughts in the comments, as well as join in the discussion here in the Forum!

NBA 2K25 Patch 5.0 Notes

GENERAL

• Preparations for NBA 2K25 Season 5, launching on Friday, February 21st, at 8AM PT/11AM ET/4PM GMT. Stay tuned for what we have in store!
• Addressed an issue that could cause disconnects in multiplayer games when defensive settings are adjusted
• Resolved an issue preventing the “Baaaaaaah!” trophy/achievement in Play Now Online from unlocking correctly
• The official sponsor patch has been added to the back of all referee uniforms
• The following current-day uniforms have been updated (will be reflected after the next roster update):
  • Cleveland Cavaliers (sponsor patch update)
  • Detroit Pistons (sponsor patch update)
  • Miami Heat (sponsor patch update)
  • Orlando Magic (sponsor patch update)
  • Utah Jazz (secondary uniform update)
• The following players or coaches have received likeness updates:
  • Jaelyn Brown (dynamic hair)
  • Jae Crowder (dynamic hair)
  • Emily Engstler (dynamic hair)
  • Noelle Quinn (dynamic hair)
  • Julie Vanloo (dynamic hair)
  • Victoria Vivians (dynamic hair)
  • Gabby Williams (dynamic hair)

CITY/PRO-AM/REC/THEATER/PROVING GROUNDS

• Various improvements to performance, stability, and visuals have been made to enhance the overall experience in the City
• Fixed a reported disconnect that could occur during Starting 5 games

MyTEAM

• The base color of Galaxy Opal has been updated from gray to green. Some of your existing Player Cards may be more colorful!
• The city ambiance sounds have been removed from Breakout
• The “World Tour” trophy/achievement will now unlock as intended
• Resolved various rare hangs and minor visual issues in MyTEAM menus

MyNBA / THE W

• Various stability fixes and improvements have been made for MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W

PC

• Resolved an issue on systems with specific hardware configurations that could prevent entry to Starting 5 games when the Vertical Sync option has been turned off

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