Summary
NBA 2K25has been awaited by many players for months, but not everyone is happy with the addition of Denuvo to the game’s list of features on its Steam store page, especially since it reportedly wasn’t mentioned prior to the early access.NBA 2K25has made a lot of promises involving improved player animations and overall game mechanics, claiming to show the biggest change to the franchise’s gameplay engine in fifteen years.
However, that might not be enough to calm the waters, as many veteran fans of the franchise have been upset about theremoval of the Auction House fromNBA 2K24. And while this feature is making a comeback in the2K25version, the title’s reviews are mixed thus far.
Players all over the world are now swarming various internet forums to discuss publisher 2K’s controversial decision to include Denuvo in the game, as, according toDSOGaming, it was a last-minute revelation. In the months leading to its release,NBA 2K25revealed many next-gen features, including Ray Tracing for PC, but the inclusion of the anti-tampering software was reportedly never brought up until the game was finally released on September 4 to those who pre-ordered it.
NBA 2K25’s Inclusion of Denuvo Took Many by Surprise
While many players reported being upset about Denuvo being included in the game despite not being listed previously, others took to their favorite internet forums to point out that the anti-tampering software was also mandatory to run the previous installment. Despite the controversy,NBA 2K25has come back with new and improved features for The Cityand other long-standing elements of the franchise.
There is a lot of confusion surrounding Denuvo, and it’s not exclusive to this title. Many people claim that this software, categorized as DRM or Digital Rights Management, has the potential to slow down PC performance, causing considerable frame rate drops, stuttering, and excessive and unnecessary strain on a computer’s CPU. However, there aren’t any clear-cut answers on the topic. Of course, this is something players will have to test out for themselves onNBA 2K25’s official worldwide release date,when everyone can finally get their hands on the game.
In addition to many of the new and improved features mentioned above,NBA 2K25will add Caitlin Clark and Angel Reeseto the roster. While the WNBA has been featured inNBA 2Kgames sinceNBA 2K20, adding more players every year furthers the inclusion of the WNBA in this sport and women in general across other professional athletic disciplines.
NBA 2K25
WHERE TO PLAY
Command every court with authenticity and realism Powered by ProPLAY™, giving you ultimate control over how you play in NBA 2K25. Define your legacy in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The W. Express yourself with an array of customization options and explore an all-new City rich with opportunity.POWERED BY ProPLAY™: Bring your game to life with ProPLAY™, immersive technology that directly translates NBA footage into engaging gameplay. Get up close and personal with your favorite NBA superstars and immerse yourself in clutch moments, as ProPLAY™ powers the most authentic NBA experience to date.COMPETE IN THE CITY: The City is the ultimate proving ground; hit the park for some streetball fun and compete at various new venues. Pay homage to legends of the game in MyCAREER as you eclipse their records and usher in the greatest dynasty of all-time. Let your talents shine in a bustling City and etch your name among the greats.BUILD YOUR DYNASTY: Build a dynasty that transcends eras, and redefine what it means to be the best as a General Manager in MyNBA. Explore the unique challenges that come with overseeing an NBA front office and cherish the ultimate reward of winning a championship, or multiple. Choose from six Eras, including an all-new Era, and become the next mastermind to change the game forever.
