Low-key and high-key? Is there any better way to enjoy a jam-packed NBA season launch tonight than gaming on the best basketball game on the market? Turns out NBA 2K25 pushes The Culture forward with solid graphics, insane improvements from previous versions and let’s keep it 100 - a solid Season 2 launch.

NBA 2K25 is the only way to celebrate tonight’s NBA season launch

I’m more than pumped - while a diehard Brooklyn Nets fanatic, how can you overlook the hype surrounding a New York Knicks and Boston Celtics face-off? With the countdown officially started to tip-off, completely load up and lose your mind to what Season 2 has for your gaming goals.

2K announced that NBA® 2K25 Season 2 is officially here, ushering in new content and rewards across MyCAREER, MyTEAM, The W Online and more, just in time for the start of the 2024-2025 NBA season.

Season 2 of NBA 2K25 is headlined by Denver Nuggets star point guard and NBA champion Jamal Murray. Players can expect out-of-this-world content, including a special in-game version of Murray’s signature New Balance TWO WXY v5 shoes, new songs and digital apparel from EMPIRE-- Season 2’s soundtrack partner-- with exciting new rewards and updates debuting across NBA 2K25’s most popular game modes.

"We're thrilled to expand our partnership with 2K Games for the launch of NBA 2K25’s Season 2 soundtrack, bringing EMPIRE’s global roster of trailblazing artists to one of the most culturally significant platforms in gaming,” said Alexandra Moore, Chief Business Officer at EMPIRE. “This collaboration with another iconic Bay Area powerhouse allows us to bridge the worlds of music, sports, and gaming, amplifying the influence of music throughout. Together, we’re shaping an immersive experience that resonates deeply with the NBA 2K community."

NBA 2K25 Season 2 includes exciting new updates for the following game modes:

• MyCAREER: Players can earn rewards by climbing from Level 1 to Level 40, unlocking items like the Level 20 Stuff the Magic Dragon Mascot, Level 23 Media Day Hairstyle, and the Level 39 Mummy Costume. Season 2 also introduces the 2K x New Balance TWO WXY v5 shoe at Level 32, with designs inspired by NBA 2K25’s gem and diamond tiers. Cap off the Season with the Level 40 +1 Cap Breaker reward, useful for increasing attribute ratings above their max potential.

• MyTEAM: Season 2 introduces new MyTEAM cards including high-flying players from the modern NBA, Hall of Fame wings with a knack for scoring, and a roster of sharpshooting guards headlined by Jamal Murray. Players can get their MyTEAM lineup locked in for the beginning of the 2024-2025 NBA season starting with a Level 1 Sapphire Jamal Murray card, which comes with Evolution eligibility to an 89 Overall Ruby. To continue their climb, players can compete to earn cards like Amethyst Obi Toppin at Level 20, Diamond James Worthy at Level 35, and the ultimate Level 40 reward—Pink Diamond Tyrese Haliburton.

• Season Pass: NBA 2K25 Season 2 includes 40 levels of rewards, and with the Season Pro Pass*, players can unlock an additional 40 levels featuring premium content such as the Moondog Cleveland Cavaliers Mascot skin, the Rocky Denver Nuggets Mascot skin, the Emissive Mummy Costume, up to 45,000 VC, and the Level 40 Pro Pass Pink Diamond Tyrese Haliburton card.

• The W Online**: Compete in The W Online as the WNBA Finals approach, earning Halloween-themed cosmetics, VC, and exclusive in-game items like the Sheryl Swoopes Coach Card and Game Changer Jersey. This Season’s rewards also include a Scorpio Hoodie, Witches Hat, and a variety of other exciting gear.

• 2K Beats: In Season 2, NBA 2K Beats teams up with EMPIRE, the renowned San Francisco-based label, distributor, and publisher known for its forward-thinking approach to the digital music era. Players can enjoy a specially curated playlist featuring emerging future icons alongside multi-platinum and award-winning artists, such as 310babii, Lil Yee & Lil Pete, Babyface Ray, BabyTron and more.

For all the details on NBA 2K25 Season 2, check out the latest Courtside Report. NBA 2K25 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Gravity Ball

Today, 2K also announced Gravity Ball, the newest game from Visual Concepts South, the team behind Lego 2K Drive. Gravity Ball is a fast-paced online multiplayer game - accessible through NBA2K25’s The City, as optional paid DLC - where players team up for a supercharged, futuristic experience with unconventional rules and a unique competitive thrill.***

Entering an arena-like dome, players will compete in 3v3 or 5v5 formats and try to outscore their opposing squad by taking aim at a series of numbered targets. Working with teammates to maintain possession, players will weave their way through the defense, and utilize Power-Ups to outscore the rival squad in this madcap game. Featuring a multitiered court and four different Power Ups, Gravity Ball is pure off-the-walls mayhem.

Players on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC can experience Gravity Ball within NBA 2K25 for $7.99 when it launches on Friday, October 18. Learn more about the experience directly from Visual Concepts President Greg Thomas in his blog here.