PGA Tour 2K25 Interview – Post-Launch Content, MyCAREER Mode, Console Performance, and More

With golf sim game PGA Tour 2K25 having recently come out on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, we got to have a chat with HB Studios spokesperson Josh Muise about the title. Among the subjects we discussed are the MyCAREER mode in PGA Tour 2K25, as well as various other aspects, including performance details for the various modes on consoles, and even post-launch content.

Note: This interview was conducted before the game’s official launch date.

"We have the most immersive and customizable MyCAREER experience to date"

What kind of changes can we expect to see from PGA Tour 2K25 when compared to its predecessors?

PGA Tour 2K25 features several franchise advancements that we’re really excited about, including the addition of new EvoSwing mechanics with a whole host of new shot types, ball flights, roll physics, and lots of visual improvements. We have the most immersive and customizable MyCAREER experience to date, a diverse suite of creation tools and so much more. 2K25 has some of the top male and female pros and three of The Major Tournaments – PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open. We really feel that PGA Tour 2K25 is the ultimate golf experience.

What is some of the more single-player oriented content we can expect from PGA Tour 2K25?

MyCAREER is a go-to mode for single player fun. In MyCAREER, fans can fulfill their PGA TOUR dreams as they aspire to greatness. Players can experience long-term career progression, compete against top Pros on the TOUR, and build relationships with top brands to unlock MyPLAYER customization. Additionally, in-stride MyCAREER now supports both sudden death and aggregate playoff formats.

The mode offers the chance for players to prove themselves to themself, and become FedExCup Champion. No pressure, right?

Will players be able to share their custom-made courses made in the Course Designer with other players?

Yes, Course Designer is another key feature we love that brings endless replayability. The team loves the community effort and the chance for players to publish, share, and play the courses created.

How powerful will the Course Designer be in terms of the tools it gives players?

Course Designer features new tools, surfaces, and items that equip players to build the dream courses, faster than ever before. A higher-res terrain system gives you more precise control than ever, new spline tools for lakes and rivers, an all-new terrain painting & surfacing systems, quality-of-life updates to tools—and so much more! Plus, new camera systems let players show off their courses in all its beauty for the global online community to witness and experience.

"Course Designer is another key feature we love that brings endless replayability"

Will the MyCAREER mode feature a storyline for players to follow?

In MyCAREER, players can choose to start their journey in Q-School, on the Korn Ferry Tour, or by jumping directly into the PGA TOUR, with the goal to finish in the Top 70 and earn the spot in the playoffs to compete for the coveted FedEx Cup.

There are brand new Training Scenarios to help boost your MyPLAYER’s attributes ahead of tournaments. We have Practice Rounds, allowing you to get used to the course before the tournament starts.

As you skill and career grows, you can also grow your relationships with your Sponsors by participating in events – you can get messages from fellow Pros and major brands for opportunities. I am really excited by the new Conversation and Interview systems we’ve added which allow you to shape your personality and also be a part of press conferences and interviews. It’s the most immersive and customizable MyCAREER experience yet for the franchise.

What kind of multiplayer modes can we expect to see in PGA Tour 2K25?

Golf is a social sport, so we love the robust variety of multiplayer offerings with a choice of match formats including Stroke Play, Match Play, or Scramble with or against each other, online or locally, available for some friendly competitions.

There’s also the option to play for the top spot in new Ranked Tours daily and weekly tournaments and earn rewards each season while climbing the rankings ladder.

Players will have fun challenging their friends, without worry for no matter the hardware with new cross-platform societies.

What kind of post-launch support and content is planned for PGA Tour 2K25?

There is a robust post-launch plan for the game.

Players can expect the likes of new, free courses, quests and challenges, increases to Evolution Tiers in Equipment Progression, as well as ranked leaderboard rests. The Clubhouse Pass, a Seasonal content program with free and premium rewards, makes its return. During each Season, a new, Clubhouse Pass will be available, aligned with real-life golf events and offering ample rewards. Players can progress through each Clubhouse Pass at their own pace, with previous Seasons still accessible for players to progress through even when a new one has become live. Additionally, Season 2 will deliver the iconic “Home of Golf,’ The Old Course at St. Andrews Links, free to all players.

"The Clubhouse Pass, a Seasonal content program with free and premium rewards, makes its return."

How will the EvoSwing system affect how a player approaches their swings?

The all-new EvoSwing system delivers players more authentic, realistic swing mechanics, creating an even more real-golf feel into PGA Tour 2K25. EvoSwing timing adapts to input mechanics for a tailored rhythm, while a player’s swing path is based on their own swing bias as selected during MyPLAYER creation.The EvoSwing creates a more unique swing per player and gives MyPLAYER more customization.

Our goal for the EvoSwing was to make the game accessible and meaningful for players new to the franchise or seasoned veterans.

Will the game have PS5 Pro support? Can you please reveal the details?

PS5 Pro sees increased resolution in performance mode. It also has increased object detail and grass quality performance when compared to PS5 performance mode. It has increased object detail and shadow quality in quality mode compared to PS5 quality mode.

We have no additional support or plans for the PS5 Pro at this time.

What resolution and frame rate does the game run on PS5, Xbox Series X and S?

Frame rate for PGA Tiyr 2K25 is 30fps in Quality mode, 60fps in Performance mode. Quality mode resolution is 4K on PS5 and Xbox Series X, 1440p on Xbox Series S (with slight variants depending on the scene on all consoles).

Performance mode resolution is ~1800p on PS5 Pro, ~1440p-1620p on PS5 and Xbox Series X, ~900p on Xbox Series S (again, with slight variants depending on the scene on all consoles).