NBA 2K25 Release Date Unveiled, Cover Athletes Featuring Jayson Tatum, A’ja Wilson and Vince Carter

2K has announced the release date and cover athletes for NBA 2K25. The game will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via Steam on September 6, 2024.

Jayson Tatum, the five-time NBA All-Star and reigning NBA Champion from the Boston Celtics, will be the cover athlete for the NBA 2K25 Standard Edition. Additionally, Tatum will share the spotlight with A’ja Wilson, the back-to-back WNBA Champion, two-time WNBA MVP, and six-time WNBA All-Star from the Las Vegas Aces, as dual cover athletes for the NBA 2K25 All-Star Edition.

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“It’s an honor to be named a cover athlete for NBA 2K25. I’ve been playing NBA 2K since I was a kid and it’s been a dream to one day be on the cover. Even after coming off an NBA Championship, it’s humbling to see this come to life.” – Jayson Tatum

Wilson will also be featured on the cover of the NBA® 2K25 WNBA Edition, which is a GameStop Exclusive Physical Edition available in the US and Canada.

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“Being featured on the NBA 2K25 cover is a big moment for me and a testament to the ever-growing fandom of the WNBA. Seeing more and more WNBA athletes scanned into NBA 2K25 to best capture the style and confidence of the league has been empowering, and I can’t wait for fans to experience it in-game.” – A’ja Wilson

Vince Carter, the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, eight-time All-Star, two-time All-NBA Team member, and NBA dunk contest legend, will be the cover athlete for the NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition.

“Between the honors NBA 2K and the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame have bestowed upon me, this year is an unforgettable one, making me pause with gratitude at my career. Being named a cover athlete would have always been a special moment for me, but it is a particular honor to be on the cover of the NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition.” – Vince Carter

Here is a first look at the in-game models of the cover athletes.

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In NBA 2K25, players can build a dynasty in MyCAREER, compete in new MyTEAM modes, and, for those on New-Gen platforms, experience an additional sixth era in MyNBA, a more interactive and compact City, and the opportunity to solidify their G.O.A.T. status in The W. Current-Gen players will enjoy updates in MyCAREER and MyTEAM, along with a new Neighborhood metropolis to explore, where they can complete quests, earn rewards, and outshine their rivals.

The New-Gen version of NBA 2K25 is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and now on PC. Powered by advanced ProPLAY technology, New-Gen NBA 2K25 offers the most realistic basketball experience in the franchise’s history, giving players ultimate control over their gameplay. PC players with compatible specifications will also benefit from ProPLAY technology, allowing them to compete in modes such as MyNBA, The W, and The City. Crossplay is exclusive to New-Gen consoles.

To recap the platforms the games are available on:

Standard Edition
PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC, and Nintendo Switch
WNBA Edition
GameStop exclusive, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S and only available in North America (physical only)
All-Star Edition
PS5 & PS4, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC
Hall of Fame Edition
PS5 & PS4, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One, and PC, offered through September 8. Available digitally only.

Pre-order is available now for all editions. Gentle reminder that NBA 2K25 will release on September 6, 2024 globally.

NBA 2K25

Publisher: 2K Games

Developer: Visual Concepts

Release Date TBC

Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

Stack wins, raise banners, and make history in NBA 2K25. Experience enhanced gameplay and command every court with ultimate control over how you play.