NBA 2K25's Days Are Numbered: Here's What You Lose

Players who invested in MyCareer and MyTeam will lose access to those modes after just two years, highlighting the temporary nature of online sports games. It also reinforces the industry trend of cyc…

Players who invested in MyCareer and MyTeam will lose access to those modes after just two years, highlighting the temporary nature of online sports games. It also reinforces the industry trend of cyc…

Key points - NBA 2K25 will be removed from sale on October 30, 2026. - The game will be fully discontinued on December 31, 2026. - Online modes and multiplayer shut down on January 1, 2026. - MyCareer and MyTeam become unplayable after the online shutdown. - Play Now, MyNBA, The W, and MyWNBA remain playable after January 1, 2027.

Timeline - January 1, 2026: All multiplayer and online modes are removed, making MyCareer and MyTeam unplayable. - October 30, 2026: NBA 2K25 is delisted and removed from sale. - December 31, 2026: NBA 2K25 is fully discontinued; owners can still redownload and play offline. - January 1, 2027: Only Play Now, MyNBA, The W, and MyWNBA modes remain available.

FAQ

Q: Can I still play NBA 2K25 after it's delisted? A: Yes, if you already own it. You can redownload and play offline after the shutdown, but online modes will be gone.

Q: Why are MyCareer and MyTeam unplayable after January 1, 2026? A: Because those modes require online servers, which will be shut down. Without them, the modes cannot function.

Q: What modes will still work in NBA 2K25 after the shutdown? A: Play Now, MyNBA, The W, and MyWNBA will remain playable after January 1, 2027.