A long wait is almost over for the 2k community! This February 28, the PGA Tour 2k25 is set to drop with a mix of new and enhanced features. Its release announcement immediately pushes our heads to recall the previous versions with an expectation to finally play like a 21st-century gamer. Tiger Woods, Max Homa, and Matt Fitzpatrick, the cover stars of the game, received a long thread of support from fellow tournament golfers and fans on an X post by #PGATOUR2K25 celebrating their contribution. Can this be the real deal? Let’s have a look.

The 2k25 editions

There are three editions at different prices and elements. The most affordable is the standard edition at $69.99, followed by deluxe at $99.99 and legend at $119.99. What’s extra for the price? The game’s legend version offers the SUN DAY RED pack, Member’s Pass, and Malbon Bucket Ball as exclusive features when compared to the deluxe.

We are also to play the debut of the U.S. Open Championship, The Open Championship, and the PGA Championship. If done right, it would be cool to be a part of these new beginnings. A big drawback of previous PGA Tour 2k versions was a poor leaderboard, and its developers have probably worked on it this time. The website rundown has promised a “REAL FEEL,” aside from better leaderboards, and regular notifications.

More upgrades like MyCareer, MyPlayer, and Course Designer are installed for immersive personalization. Gamers will also have a multi-player option to build and play within golf communities alongside sharing classic shots with golf pros like Tiger Woods. New features aren’t fun enough without groundbreaking graphics and the stakes are the highest for “Unrivaled Realism” which claims new shot types and approaches laced with visual tweaks.

The three green tracks

Each course highlights unique architecture, views, and weather conditions. Wouldn’t it be lovely if the game brings these elements into play? Wow! So, where are these courses?

Oakmont Country Club, Pennsylvania, USA: Known for its historical and challenging fairways and the infamous “Church Pews” bunker, this course is going to be time-demanding.

The 153 Open at Royal Portrush Golf Cub, Northern Ireland, UK: Having hosted local favorites like Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry, the course offers one of the best links layouts.

Quail Hollow Club, North Carolina, USA: Under these lush landscapes, one thing to look out for here is “The Green Mile” and its final three holes (16-18) that demand the nerves of the GOATs.

It is a fiery list of fresh elements to tee off the upcoming launch. Until then, the 2k website is offering the PGA Tour 2k23 free of cost tagged with pre-orders. Hold on to your gaming chairs tight. The new-age golfing verse is getting here soon!