NBA 2K21 is getting an update for both current- and last-gen consoles. The current-gen patch features updates to prepare for the MyTeam Unlimited $250,000 Tournament on February 20, new decorations at 2K Beach to celebrate the Lunar New Year, the introduction of the traveling Big Top to 2K Beach, and several game improvements. The next-gen patch adds new music to the soundtrack, and updated player likenesses for several current NBA players.

　　A number of younger players have had their likenesses updated to better match their real-life appearances. This is the second batch of players who have had their appearances updated in NBA 2K21. A previous next-gen patch updated the look of several jerseys, courts, and other NBA players.

　　

NBA 2K21 Current-Gen Update 6 Patch Notes

General

Come celebrate the Lunar New Year at 2K Beach with new seasonal decorations.Updated another set of player likeness for current NBA players.Updated soundtrack in 2K Beats.Disabled controller rumble for online play.

MyCAREER

The traveling Big Top has arrived at 2K Beach. Keep your eyes out in the coming weeks.

MyTEAM

Addressed a rare hang that could occur when starting a multiplayer match with a specific type of lineupVarious other stability and performance issues have been addressed to further improve the overall experienceVarious non-gameplay updates in preparation for the MyTEAM Unlimited $250,000 Tournament on February 20th**. Watch games live with 2KStreamcast during the Tournament!*Update is available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Steam; will roll out to additional platforms at a later date.

　　**Excluding PC, Nintendo Switch and Google Stadia

　　

NBA 2K21 Next-Gen Update 4 Patch Notes

General

Updated soundtrack in 2K Beats, with additional new music drops in The CityLos Angeles Lakers court floor will reflect new changes for this seasonUniform updates have been made for the following teams: Los Angeles Lakers (Home uniform)New York Knicks (City uniform)Updated another set of player likeness for current NBA players, including: Udoka AzubuikeLaMelo BallKeita Bates-DiopLeandro BolmaroZylan CheathamBrandon ClarkeTroy DanielsDe’Andre HunterJaren Jackson, Jr.Frank MasonTyrese MaxeyJaden McDanielsJohnathan MotleyZeke NnajiElie OkoboMiye OniTariq OwensPatrick PattersonPayton PritchardImmanuel QuickleyJosh ReavesCameron ReynoldsAnfernee SimonsRobert WilliamsAddressed the vertical line remaining on screen for a period of time on Xbox Series X/S

Gameplay

Reduced the effectiveness of fading three-pointers off-the-dribble, as requested by the community

MyCAREER/THE CITY

Private matchmaking is now supported during Pro-Am League NightsImproved load times of menus when loading into The CityFoam fingers and boxing gloves will no longer remain equipped when going into games in The CityAddressed community reported issues with the badge progression display on the postgame recap screenResolved a rare hang that could occur upon completion of workouts in the Gatorade GymVarious other stability and performance issues have been addressed to further improve the overall experience in The City

MyNBA

Updated the MyNBA Online load/download Draft Class option functionalityImprovements made to the way player morale is calculatedResolved a player generation issue that led to inflated athletic attributes like speed and vertical as progression occurred

MyTEAM

Various preparations have been made for upcoming additions to MyTEAMEnabled Situational Substitutions for both On-the-Fly Coaching and Timeouts in Domination, Challenge, Unlimited, and Limited modesAddressed a rare hang that could occur when starting a multiplayer match with a specific lineupVarious other stability and performance issues have been addressed to further improve the overall experience*Update is available on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5