NBA 2K23 Season 6 is all set to begin later this week on April 7, and Visual Concepts has now revealed the new content and changes coming to the game with the upcoming season. Season 6 will feature new thematic content, a second Core Badge Patterns package, additional rewards, and new fashion collaborations for MyCAREER, as well as the return of Hero Cards and more! Read on for the NBA 2K23 Season 6 rewards, patch notes and more.

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NBA 2K23 Season 6 Rewards, Patch Notes, New Content & More:

MyCAREER:

In anticipation of the NBA Playoffs, the courts and surroundings have been stylized with new thematic artwork in both the City (New Gen) and the G.O.A.T. Boat (Current Gen). Season 6 includes new rewards throughout the reward ladder, including a Jetpack with new animations at Level 30 and a Glider at Level 40 for New Gen players. Meanwhile, Current Gen players will be able to unlock a GOAT Mascot instead at Level 40.

NBA 2K23 will include apparel from brands Homage and MAYDE, whose designs can be checked out at SWAG’s. Finally, a second Core Badge Patterns package is also arriving as the Level 39 reward:

• 2 Finishing, 1 Shooting, 1 Defense
• 2 Shooting, 1 Finishing, 1 Defense
• 2 Playmaking, 1 Finishing, 1 Shooting
• 2 Defense, 1 Shooting, 1 Playmaking

MyTEAM:

Hero Cards are returning to MyTEAM, and a Ruby-rated Shaquille O’Neal Hero Card will be available as the Level 1 reward through simply entering the MyTEAM Season Menu. This card can uniquely be evolved into a Diamond-tier card by completing its Evolution requirements. At Level 40, players will be rewarded with a 99 Dark Matter Hakeem Olajuwon card, available only during the first six weeks of the season. Season 6 will also feature the return of the Holographic, Unicorn, and Fire Basketball Cards, which can be earned by using Hero Cards.

At Season Level 2, players will be rewarded with a Ruby-tier Sue Bird Coach Card, with a more powerful version of her card available as well. Over 25 new WNBA Coach Cards are being added with the new season, including a Pink Diamond-tier Sue Bird. Additionally, her Signature Challenge will have players face off against Stephen Curry, Dwayne Wade, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Shaquille O’Neal, with Diamond Shoe Boosts, a Diamond Shoe Colorway, and a Hall of Fame badge as rewards.

The W Online (New Gen-only):

In celebration of Sue Bird’s accomplishments, new rewards are being added to The W Online:

• Weekly Goal
  • Arike Ogunbowale Heroine Edition Jersey
  • Team Accelerator, Team Resilience, and Team Extender Boosts
  • Wings Rebel Shorts
  • Nike Kobe V
• Season Rewards:
  • Chelsea Grey Jersey
  • Sandy Brondello T-Shirt
  • Chamique Holdsclaw T-Shirt
  • Sandy Brondello Coach Card
  • Clothing Bundles

2K Beats:

Season 6 will also feature new additions to the NBA 2K23 soundtrack:

• Premo Rice – Right Wriss, Pt. 2
• Trippie Redd & Lil B – SWAG LIKE OHIO, PT. 2
• King Louie – Go Get It
• ChapD & John G – Iconic (Carhartt)
• Angel Mccoughtry – Legend
• Jovanie – Stepback

NBA 2K23 Season 6 Patch Notes:

Here are the changes for the current-gen versions (PS5, Xbox Series X|S):

GENERAL

• Preparations for NBA 2K23 Season 6, launching on Friday, April 7th, at 8AM PT/11AM ET/4PM BST. Stay tuned for what we have in store!
• The “RM” stripe to honor former owner Red McCombs has been added to the San Antonio Spurs uniforms
• The “19” stripe to honor Willis Reed has been added to the New York Knicks uniforms
• The number color on the Los Angeles Lakers alternate uniforms has been corrected
• Resolved an issue with the Sacramento Kings crowd causing some fans to have the incorrect team logo on the back of their shirts

• The following players have had general likeness updates or adjustments made:

• Precious Achiuwa (dynamic hair update)
• Bol Bol (dynamic hair update)
• Anthony Davis (dynamic hair update)
• Aaron Gordon (dynamic hair update)

• The following historic players have received new or updated sculpts:

• Craig Ehlo (dynamic hair update)

GAMEPLAY

• Fixed an issue that was allowing players to double-dribble after a pump fake without a violation called during 1v1 games

MyCAREER/CITY

• Continued improvements to performance and stability have been made to enhance the overall experience in the City
• Addressed an issue that could cause losing teams to get stuck in the Event Center when an event ends
• Fixed a timing issue with the “It’s a Cole World” quest that could prevent it from being completed in rare circumstances
• The requirements to play games on the Dreamer Park court have been clarified to ensure all players know how to access them
• The Commentary Language option can now be adjusted from within MyCAREER mode
• Favorited clothing items will no longer appear at the end of the inventory list

MyTEAM/MyNBA/THE W

• Continued stability fixes and improvements have been made for MyTEAM, MyNBA, MyNBA Online, and The W.

You can check the last-gen patch notes here.

Season 6 will kick off this April 7 at 8AM PT/11AM ET/4PM BST/11PM HKT on all platforms, and a more detailed explanation of the changes in the upcoming season can be found here.