NBA 2K25 Reviews

NBA 2K25 is ranked in the 51st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7.5 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2024

NBA 2K25 improves on many gameplay points and offers a variety of modes that should have something for everyone. It looks great graphically and plays well as usual, but still has an unpleasant focus on microtransactions, which constantly pops up in your face and stagnates somewhat in terms of new features.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 11, 2024

With NBA 2K25 Visual Concepts has managed to merge the old and the new, improving on historical features and introducing new features that make the game even more addictive, complete, and accessible to all. The excellent Career mode, the most realistic gameplay ever, the top-notch technical department and the very high level of simulation make it a game to be purchased without hesitation, by veterans and newbies alike.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 9, 2024

Visually, NBA 2K25 is stunning, and the adrenaline-pumping soundtrack keeps the energy high throughout each game. With so much content to dive into, it’s a must-pickup for anyone with even a passing interest in basketball.

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Sep 10, 2024

NBA 2K25 excels in visuals and gameplay but suffers from limited innovation and an increasing reliance on microtransactions, undermining an otherwise solid experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 9, 2024

NBA 2K25 radically improves gameplay and presents the most authentic NBA experience to date. It builds on systems introduced in last year’s version to give a more complete package for players to enjoy.

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79%
Sep 9, 2024

Looks like NBA 2K finally gets back on track: While problem like the microtransactions remain omnipresent, the overall gameplay was been refined. Once you got used to the changes, NBA 2K25 is a damn good basketball-simulation.

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Sep 6, 2024

Expectations for annual releases are often low, so NBA 2K25 is a pleasant surprise in that regard. The game feels like a notable improvement on NBA 2K24. It’s hard to say players absolutely have to buy it if they already have last year’s game, but players who buy the NBA 2K games annually regardless will be pleased with this year’s offering.

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8.2 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2024

NBA 2K25 features phenomenal on-court action, every major mode you could hope for, and is one of the prettiest games of all time.  Whether you’re a mtx loving maniac or just looking to shoot some hoops like you’re an all-star it has never been a better time to jump into this long-running franchise.

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