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Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: Sports
Publisher: 2K Sports
Developer: Visual Concepts
Release Date: Sept. 6, 2024

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'NBA 2K25' Season 5 Kicks Off Later This Week, Adds All-New Rewards, Anime-Inspired MyTEAM Cards And More

by Rainier on Feb. 19, 2025 @ 9:07 a.m. PST

NBA 2K25 is the next installment of the premier NBA video game basketball simulation series, delivering enhanced authenticity and realism powered by ProPLAYTM technology.

With NBA 2K25, players will forge a dynasty in MyCAREER, compete in new MyTEAM modes, and, for those on New-Gen platforms, players will also experience an added sixth era in MyNBA, a more compact and interactive City, along with the chance to cement their G.O.A.T. status in The W. In addition to new updates in MyCAREER and MyTEAM, players on Current-Gen will experience an all new Neighborhood metropolis to explore where they will complete quests, earn rewards and eclipse their rivals. 

Powered by enhanced ProPLAY technology, New-Gen NBA 2K25 (available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC) delivers the franchise’s most true-to-life basketball experience yet, offering players the ultimate control in how they dominate the competition. Players on PC with compatible specs will now benefit from the enhanced realism of ProPLAYTM technology, and the ability to compete in modes such as MyNBA, The W and in The City. Crossplay will only be available on New-Gen consoles.

Five-time NBA All-Star Boston Celtics Forward and reigning NBA Champion Jayson Tatum will be the cover athlete for the NBA 2K25 Standard Edition. Tatum will be featured alongside the back-to-back WNBA Champion, two-time WNBA MVP and six-time WNBA All-Star Las Vegas Aces Forward, A’ja Wilson as dual cover athletes for the NBA 2K25 All-Star Edition. Wilson will also grace the cover of the NBA 2K25 WNBA Edition, a GameStop Exclusive Physical Edition available in the US and Canada.

The 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, eight-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA Team and NBA dunk contest legend, Vince Carter, is featured on the cover of the NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition.


Today, 2K announced that NBA 2K25 Season 5 is bringing all-new anime-inspired player cards, rewards, stylish cosmetics and more in MyCAREER, MyTEAM and The W Online* this Friday, February 21.

Players can hone their craft as the 2024-2025 NBA regular season comes to a close and lock in for the NBA Playoffs as they climb the Season rewards ladder. Players will have to be clutch on the court and bring their A-game to ensure they earn all the rewards Season 5 has to offer.

NBA 2K25 Season 5 rewards and new updates include the following:

  • MyCAREER: Players can take their game to the next level from now through Season 8, as Badge Elevators are now eligible for a +3 boost that can jump three levels. After each completed game, players will earn XP and items such as a Jordan Unbannable MyCOURT Mural at level 18, a ‘Burnie’ Miami Heat Mascot at Level 20, REC Arm Sleeves with +15% REP at level 21 and a Superhero outfit at level 39 and more throughout the rewards ladder.
  • MyTEAM: Season 5 introduces stunning hand-drawn, anime-inspired MyTEAM cards including the face of this Season, Victor Wembanyama beginning at Level 1 of the Season rewards ladder. In addition to the Level 1 EVO Victor Wembanyama card, players can dominate the court and earn a Level 10 Diamond Kelly Oubre Jr., progress towards Level 30 to add a Galaxy Opal Arvydas Sabonis and reach Level 40 to secure former Portland Trail Blazer and three-time All-Star, Brandon Roy in the Dark Matter rarity. Season 5 also features a Team Heroes Domination, where players are pit against the best player from all 30 teams while at their peak. If they defeat all 33 teams and earn 99 stars, they’ll receive a special Galaxy Opal Bob McAdoo card.
  • The W Online*: The WNBA’s free agency has been packed with exciting trades across the league and all the hype is featured in Season 5. Players can compete and earn XP to level up and receive new WNBA-themed rewards including a Seattle Storm Jersey Card, a Minnesota Lynx Say Her Name Jersey, a Breakthrough Sleeve, a Lisa Leslie Coach Card and Game Changer Jersey.
  • Season 5 Pro Pass**: Get playoff ready with the Season 5 Pro Pass, featuring 40 additional tiers of rewards including potent MyTEAM cards, fresh MyCAREER cosmetics, and plenty of consumables. Right off the bat, players can elevate their game and gear with automatic rewards like a Dark Matter Austin Reaves, Metallic Silver Baggy Pants, and a Metallic Silver Puffer Jacket. As players ascend the rewards ladder they can also earn rewards such as Level 37 97+ OVR Premium Player Option Pack, a Level 18 Cyber Basketball, a Level 39 Emissive Superhero Outfit and more.

NBA 2K25: Season 5

Lock in for the end of the regular season during Season 5 of NBA 2K25.

Victor Wembanyama has officially touched down in Season 5 of NBA 2K25, bringing new anime-inspired player cards in MyTEAM, a host of MyCAREER rewards, and more content with him as the 2024-2025 NBA regular season comes to a close. Hone your craft in The City (PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) and The Neighborhood (PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch) before the start of the NBA Playoffs to ensure you’re ready to perform in clutch time. As you compete and earn XP this Season, you’ll climb the Season rewards ladder and receive new cosmetics, consumables, MyTEAM cards, and more—let’s get started!

MyCAREER

Chosen to carry the weight of the San Antonio Spurs on his shoulders, Wemby isn’t deterred by the high expectations, he rises above them with his towering 7-foot-3 frame. At 21 years old, the former No. 1 overall pick is determined to lead his team into the Playoffs and make some noise. Gain inspiration from Wemby and power your team to victory as MP in MyCAREER, and set your sights on clinching a coveted spot in the postseason.

As you motivate your teammates with superhuman performances, you’ll earn XP with each completed game and level up the Season rewards ladder. Season 5 boasts a bevy of exciting items that you can add to your MyPLAYER’s collection.

Check out some of the rewards available during Season 5:

  • Level 9 Skull Player Indicator
  • Level 12 Black and White Maze Eyes
  • Level 14 Personal Quadcopter (New Gen)
  • Level 18 Jordan Unbannable MyCOURT Mural
  • Level 20 ‘Burnie’ Miami Heat Mascot
  • Level 21 REC Arm Sleeves with +15% REP 
  • Level 23 Flame Colored Anime Spiky Hairstyle
  • Level 32 ‘Keep On Going’ Teammate (New Gen)
  • Level 36 Superhero Masquerade Mask
  • Level 38 Quilted Cardigan Jacket
  • Level 39 Superhero Outfit
  • Level 40 +1 Cap Breaker (New Gen)

Introduced in NBA 2K25 at launch, Badge Elevators are permanent boosts to an individual Badge, and can be used within 3 levels of its max potential (if you have a Bronze Badge it can be boosted to Silver, Gold, or Hall of Fame). For the first four Seasons, Badge Elevators have been available as Season Level rewards, but they’ve been capped at +2. Now, starting in Season 5, Badge Elevators are eligible for a +3 boost! From now through Season 8, you can use your Badge Elevators to climb three levels from Bronze to Hall of Fame. Take your game to the next level and improve your strengths, or fine tune some skills that need some polishing.

Turn up the intensity with all-new content in Season 5 and stay tuned for more information about upcoming events in The City and The Neighborhood by following NBA 2K across our social channels.

MyTEAM

Overshadow the competition with a MyTEAM lineup that features imposing length at every position. Season 5 of NBA 2K25 introduces a bevy of stunning hand-drawn, anime-inspired MyTEAM cards, including the face of this Season, Victor Wembanyama, beginning at Level 1 of the Season rewards ladder. Add to your card collection with the Level 1 EVO Victor Wembanyama card (Amethyst to Diamond) and blot out any shots that enter your orbit. With this superhuman talent protecting the rim, your MyTEAM’s defense will be on another level, with the ability to swat shot attempts into the atmosphere.

Propel yourself up the rewards ladder by accruing XP and earn the Level 10 Diamond Kelly Oubre Jr. card to strengthen the wing with a rangy, three-point specialist who can play impactful minutes when given the opportunity. Oubre can be inserted and excel in any lineup as an athletic forward who can snuff out guards on the perimeter or on the attack.

Long before Domantas Sabonis started commanding the paint and the glass for the Sacramento Kings, his father, Arvydas Sabonis, established himself as a physical playmaker in the NBA during the mid-to-late ‘90s. The former Portland Trail Blazer was an exceptional rebounder and creative passer, especially for his position and the era. Reach Level 33 and add Galaxy Opal Arvydas Sabonis to your lineup, and pair his well-rounded skillset with Wemby and Oubre for a complementary 3-man lineup that boasts size, length, and three-point range.

Complete the Season 5 rewards ladder with another former Portland Trail Blazer, three-time All-Star, and former Rookie of the Year, Brandon Roy. Despite a relatively short NBA career that spanned six seasons, Roy possessed superstar potential and was a potent offensive threat. Implement the Level 40 Dark Matter Brandon Roy card into your lineup and wreak havoc with his freakish athleticism, gifted handles, and exceptional shot-making. Take the court with Wemby, Oubre, Sabonis, and Roy, and enjoy even more MyTEAM content as you progress through Season 5.

Below are more available rewards during Season 5:

  • Level 18 Cyber Basketball
  • Level 25 95+ Option Pack
  • Level 37 97+ Galaxy Opal Door Game
  • Level 38 Legend Badge

Team Heroes Domination 

NBA All-Star Weekend is all about watching the best of the best go head-to-head in front of the world. While the 2025 All-Star Game is officially past, you can still challenge NBA superstars and legends during their prime in MyTEAM’s Domination mode.

During Season 5, NBA 2K25 will feature a Team Heroes Domination mode, where you can compete against the best player from all 33 teams during when they were at their peak. Defeat all 33 teams and earn 99 stars to receive a special Galaxy Opal Bob McAdoo card.

Showcase your new cards in MyTEAM’s single-player and multiplayer modes, and put your skills to the test against endless lineup combinations. 

THE W ONLINE*

WNBA free agency has been a blur, with several of the league’s biggest stars trading in their old jersey for a new one; Brittney Griner left the Phoenix Mercury after 11 years with the team to join the Atlanta Dream; two-time WNBA champion Kelsey Plum was traded from the Las Vegas Aces to the Los Angeles Sparks; and the Indiana Fever continue to build around Caitlin Clark. The WNBA season is still a few months away, but all of the free agency excitement has carried over to The W in NBA 2K25. This Season, compete and earn XP to level up and receive new WNBA-themed rewards; check them out below:

Weekly Goals

  • Alyssa Thomas Bundle
  • Dianna Taurasi Bundle
  • Aries Top + Necklace
  • 7 Game Team Accelerator Boost
  • Sports Bra
  • Soccer Ball
  • 7 Game Team Resilience Boost
  • Soccer Sleeve

Season Rewards

  • Seattle Storm Jersey Card
  • Minnesota Lynx Say Her Name Jersey
  • Clothing Bundles
  • Breakthrough Sleeve
  • Badge Perks
  • 5,000 VC
  • Lisa Leslie Coach Card
  • Lisa Leslie Game Changer Jersey

SEASON 5 PRO PASS**

Level up your Season 5 gear with the Pro Pass, featuring 40 additional tiers of NBA 2K25 rewards. Rich with potent MyTEAM cards, fresh MyCAREER cosmetics, and plenty of consumables to keep your competitive appetite satiated, the Pro Pass is for players looking to elevate their game. With your purchase of the Season 5 Pro Pass, you’ll immediately receive a handful of automatic rewards.

Season 5 Automatic Rewards:

  • Dark Matter Austin Reaves
  • Season 5 Pro Pass Pack
  • Metallic Silver Baggy Pants
  • Metallic Silver Puffer Jacket

Start Season 5 dressed from head to toe in shimmering silver threads as you chase gleaming gold trophies and legendary status on the court. As you climb the Season rewards ladder, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your rewards collection with even more MyTEAM cards and fashion-forward streetwear.

Season 5 Earnable Rewards Include:

  • Level 6 Striped Face Paint
  • Level 12 Vibrant Rolled Durag
  • Level 18 Cyber Basketball
  • Level 19 Diamond Coach Gregg Popovich
  • Level 25 95+ OVR Premium Option Pack
  • Level 37 97+ OVR Premium Player Option Pack
  • Level 39 Emissive Superhero Outfit

Get in the game ASAP to begin earning XP and rewards as you ascend the Season rewards ladder. Flaunt your newly added rewards on the court and around The City in NBA 2K25!

*The W Online mode and related content are available on New Gen only.

**NBA 2K25 Season Pass FREE rewards require unlocking with gameplay. NBA 2K25 Pro Season Passes and Hall of Fame Passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet connection and NBA 2K Account. Paid premium Passes unlock additional rewards for the Season that are earnable through gameplay. Progress and rewards reset at the end of each Season. For more information on Season Pass, go to https://nba.2k.com/2k25/season-pass-faq/

NBA 2K25 is available for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC.


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