NBA 2K25 Review

NBA 2K25 reviewed by Nico Vergara on PlayStation 5, also available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

The more things change, the more they stay the same, and that’s never been more true than with NBA 2K25. Although the core gameplay feels familiar (and it most likely always will), a handful of improvements such as Go-To Moves, Rhythm Shooting, and Shot Timing Profiles also make it more novel and challenging. I love that the Heart of a Dynasty storyline and the return of Streetball highlight a renewed focus on single-player experiences that, I hope, mean things will be even better next year. Don’t get me wrong; microtransactions are still as pervasive and frustrating as ever. But spending money doesn’t always feel as necessary this time, especially in MyTeam, thanks to the return of the Auction House. So, although NBA 2K25 isn’t on the level of Michael Jordan’s splashy return in 1995, it can at least compare to his late-career stint with the Washington Wizards; you know what you’re getting at this point, but it still has a few tricks up its sleeves that longtime fans like me can be pleasantly surprised by even as we grumble about long-standing issues.