NBA 2K25

All-New Dribble Engine

NBA 2K25 features an all-new dribble engine built from the ground up. This is the biggest change to our gameplay engine in many years and we’re eager for you to test it yourself. In every previous version of NBA 2K, dribble movement was managed by manually programmed, pre-scripted animation transitions from a library of motion-captured movements.

Signature Go-To Shots

With NBA 2K24, we introduced Dribble Breakdowns to initiate a sequence of signature size-up moves that you can use to create separation and breakdown the defender. In NBA 2K25 we took this concept a bit further. Holding UP on the Pro Stick will trigger Signature Go-To Shots which feature some of the most exciting dribble-into-shot combos, directly translated from NBA footage.

Defensive Movement System

NBA 2K25 features a brand new defensive cutoff system. Offensive players have long been able to dynamically change direction using the right stick, and savvy defensive players can now do the same. By utilizing the right stick on defense, you can control your player and slide laterally into position to cut off an offensive player’s attack. Successfully reading the ball handler and anticipating their drive with a successful cutoff can stonewall the offense or cause them to fumble the ball.