10 Biggest NBA 2K25 Differences & Changes From NBA 2K24

introduces some brand-new features to the long-running franchise. The latest title from Visual Concepts and 2K Games was released on September 6, 2024, and brought some changes with it. In addition to new content, adds the new Steph Era, bringing the 2016–17 NBA season of the Golden State Warriors to the title. This means players can now play as Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green in the special MyNBA Era.

has been criticized for being a reskin of but there are several changes to keep fans engaged. The new game builds on the established franchise and uses the latest tech to improve realism. Many new features were added to the game in including new mechanics and modes.

The first new feature added to is a controversial one. The revamped Shot Meter has many fans confused, and the internet already abounds with instructions for how to turn it off. The Shot Meter is supposed to help players align their shots in a more realistic and dynamic way.

Turning off the shot meter gives players a slight boost to their shooting, rewarding players who master the timing of shot animations.

When used correctly, though, the Shot Meter is an immersive new way to experience the game. A YouTube tutorial for the shot by BR.Rider.Gaming explains that the new mechanic adds visual cues to improve aim and timing. However, it doesn't work the way players expect it to, leading to many wishing this is one feature that the game hadn't added.

added some of the signature moves of its players, called Signature Go-To Shots. These shots allow players to transition from dribbling into taking a shot using the unique stance and style of the particular athlete they're using. expands on this system, this time giving players the opportunity to interrupt these advanced shots.

The shot interruption mechanic is intended for breaking out of Signature moves. It also makes the gameplay much more fluid, letting players move from one type of movement to another more naturally than ever