Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Astonishing Basketball Manager since it was posted on our website on 2022-01-08.
The latest version is 4.5.4 and it was updated on soft112.com on 19 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 4.5.4
posted on 2024-04-13
Apr 13, 2024
Version 4.5.4
FA budget is now displayed in the free agents screen!
Improved UI for the inbox, stadium, achievements and the front office coaches
A new meta is here: potential will now be used at a slower pace (as intended)
New stats for the roster screen
Our rosters have been updated!
We've started to upgrade some of our portraits, like Emma's or Gary's!
version 4.5.3
posted on 2024-03-30
Mar 30, 2024
Version 4.5.3
We've improved The Ownership DLC! Your owner will now be much more demanding. Plus we've added some portraits to make them even more amazing!
We're testing a new way to evaluate your team: The Team Score! A great way to find out what your weaknesses are and how to improve your team. Let us know what you think!
Regina Dargor also got her own portrait painted. How fancy!
Bug fixes for the Titans Trophy (Thanks Moose!)
version 4.5.1
posted on 2024-03-12
Mar 12, 2024
Version 4.5.1
New UI design for the scoreboard!
Antoine Legrand has been dramatically improved!
You can now enter longer URLs for your avatars
Bug fixes for timeouts, Pantheon and post-game articles
version 4.4.4
posted on 2024-02-20
Feb 20, 2024
Version 4.4.4
Franchise player mode has been much improved, with high school coaching, new messages, refined playing time, cheaper abilities, and more!
The Astonishing Arcade is now available for your arena, courtesy of Moose!
Improved sorting for mods
Bug fixes for the fantasy league, jam mode and more
version 4.4.3
posted on 2024-02-10
Feb 10, 2024
Version 4.4.3
New signatures for the WNBPA super legends!
Put your scouts to work thanks to the new "draft's selection". They will then indicate which prospects should be available when it's your turn to pick!
Franchise players can now receive a "Super training" once they've reached a 99 rating in a stat.
Improved avatar picker for the franchise player mode
New help section about Rodrick Dargor
version 4.4.1
posted on 2024-01-31
Jan 31, 2024
Version 4.4.1
The legends of the WNBPA have joined the game! Check out the shop and the new legends collection screen!
Brand new portraits are available for all your players!
New fan interactions
Bug fixes and improvements for the franchise player mode and fan interactions
UI fixes for the game article and better notch support
version 4.4.0
posted on 2024-01-14
Jan 14, 2024
Version 4.4.0
The Titans Trophy games can now be played in real-time!
Various improvements for the Rivalry
Improved schedule screen
New team logo, unlocked only when you reach the Pantheon with a team!
version 4.3.4
posted on 2024-01-09
Jan 9, 2024
Version 4.3.4
The Titans Trophy games can now be played in real-time!
Various improvements for the Rivalry
Improved schedule screen
New team logo, unlocked only when you reach the Pantheon with a team!
version 4.3.2
posted on 2023-12-27
Dec 27, 2023
Version 4.3.2
You've been asking for it, so here it is: the in-season Titans Trophy competition is now live! Who will win this prestigious annual tournament? You, of course!
Enjoy a new way of playing the Franchise Player, with the Hall of Fame mode, where you will finally not start with all stats at 1!
Regina has been really annoying lately, and she's at it again, claiming an early spot in the Coaching Hall of Fame
We've reshuffled the items in the Team tab a bit, just to keep things tidy and clean!
version 4.3.1
posted on 2023-12-17
Dec 17, 2023
Version 4.3.1
Enter the Pantheon of coaches! Celebrate your best saves and remember your past achievements thanks to this new feature, available in the front office.
Improvements for the short fan interactions, with a new UI and several bug fixes
Regina Dargor is now more annoying than ever, courtesy of the Amazing Moose!
Bug fixes for the franchise player mode and the fantasy league
version 4.3.0
posted on 2023-12-09
Dec 9, 2023
Version 4.3.0
Try our brand new short "fan interactions", and deal with curious reporters, angry fans and weird Internet users! Enable it in your save's settings!
High School has been improved, with better messages for the draft, adjusted difficulty and better performances for your players!
Customize your tactics with the new "substitution" strategy, available in the rotations popup.
The Fantasy League leaderboard is now a thing!
Upgraded Regina has been upgraded again.
UI fixes for people with big screens!
version 4.2.4
posted on 2023-12-01
Dec 1, 2023
Version 4.2.4
The first storyline for franchise player is here: "The Prodigy in Tokyo" will take you to Japan for the adventure of your life!
Bored with Regina? You can now give her a boost. I don't recommend it though
The System has arrived in Socal.
We've made it clearer when creating a save if multiplayer will be enabled or not
We've added some new advanced save settings for saves that are not multiplayer-compatible
version 4.2.3
posted on 2023-11-20
Nov 20, 2023
Version 4.2.3
The franchise player practice mode will now feature a weekend competition!
The Journey is back! Collaborate with other players, help your favorite team and follow the results on our Discord server!
You can now pick a portrait for your coach profile!
Bug fixes for fantasy and timeouts
version 4.2.2
posted on 2023-11-11
Nov 11, 2023
Version 4.2.2
The Game of the Crown is the new final event of the Legends Contest weekend, putting the rookies against the All-stars. Who will you root for?
You can now enable Timeshift V3 and its timer, making your in-game decisions even more exciting!
Improved AI draft picks
New reporters are joining the press team, probably trying to find the next Watergate.
Improvements for random events, mods and the Prodigy
Bug fixes for the player picker and the coach skills
version 4.2.0
posted on 2023-11-04
Nov 4, 2023
Version 4.2.0
Become the ultimate coach thanks to the brand new coach skills, available in the front office!
The new negotiation page has been improved (thanks Moose!)
High school difficulty has been revamped and made easier
Teams you join after playing the college intro in FP mode will now make room for you in the roster
Small rosters update
Bug fixes for FP events, payroll, MVP votes and the museum (Thanks Moose and Andy!)
version 4.1.21
posted on 2023-10-30
Oct 30, 2023
Version 4.1.21
We've slightly updated our rosters
It's now possible to browse and join guilds even if you don't have a code.
Improved player picker for the fantasy league
Some UI improvements
Improved help for multiplayer features
Bug fix for the schedule screen
version 4.1.1
posted on 2023-10-21
Oct 21, 2023
Version 4.1.1
The practice timed-mode for franchise player now has a leaderboard!
The man from Portland has moved to Boston
Improved UI for expiring contracts
The Long-Range Show will now only accept those who have proven worthy!
Bug fixes for team creation, franchise player mode
version 4.1.0
posted on 2023-10-17
Oct 17, 2023
Version 4.1.0
Improved UI for the minor team screen, now with two tabs!
You can now become a free agent in franchise player mode, with the possibility to pick between three different teams and rewards (Thanks Moose for this one!)
You will see less irrelevant tasks (like stadium tasks in college mode)
A new option now allows you to display portraits in the roster screen
Player history now includes All-star appearances, MVP titles and rings
Improved player options, timeout dialogs and stadium UI
Bug fix for the Quest for Rings event and the Fantasy league
version 4.0.8
posted on 2023-10-10
Oct 10, 2023
Version 4.0.8
Welcome to Astonishing Basketball 24, our best version of ABK ever! Our annual update introduces many game-changing features.
On top of that, we've added a new mini-game to the franchise player mode!
The man from Portland has arrived in Milwaukee.
version 3.7.5
posted on 2023-08-31
Aug 31, 2023
Version 3.7.5
You can now tap on a transaction to see the details of the involved players
Bug fixes for custom shoes, legendary minor team coaches and world cups
version 3.7.3
posted on 2023-08-09
Aug 9, 2023
Version 3.7.3
Netherlands is now part of the World Cup. Bono can thank Coach Didier!
Speaking of World Cup, we have a new stadium shop, created for SJ, our Discord World Cup winner!
Unhappy players won't ask you for an extension anymore
Bug fixes for random events and the Alumni Cup
version 3.7.2
posted on 2023-07-31
Jul 31, 2023
Version 3.7.2
The community stretch goal has been reached: the league-wide transactions page is now available o/
Improved jersey sales UI
Bug fixes for franchise player, trades, scouts and universities
version 3.7.1
posted on 2023-07-08
Jul 8, 2023
Version 3.7.1
-Persephone now has a dedicated achievement. Guaranteed to blow your mind!
-We're paying our dues to Felpz, ABK League champion. Buy his shoes in the FP shop, and collect his own ring
-Improved Timeshift UI for players (Thanks Andy for bringing us suggestions and fortune)
-There can be only one game MVP, so we've improved the selection process (Courtesy of Andy again)
-Improve your PG and C with the new big and roll strategy. We really can't stop Andy now
-Will you let your players go? No! Congratulate them after they've signed that contract extension, directly from the inbox!
-New sort option in the team picker
-Bug fixes for franchise player, achievements, trades, and all-stars from the shop
version 3.7.0
posted on 2023-07-03
Jul 3, 2023
Version 3.7.0
The World Cup is here! Pick your country and defend the pride of your land, with the help of your favorite players!
Players will now sometimes react when you try to trade them. And even better, you will be able to reply to them directly in the inbox!
Chefs will no longer potentially retire after just one year of good services
Small improvements for franchise player and awards
version 3.6.4
posted on 2023-06-19
Jun 19, 2023
Version 3.6.4
Become a fashion legend thanks to the new shoe creator in franchise player mode!
Your franchise player's team will now be properly registered at the end of the season when you switch to another team
You can now unlock skills for your scouts!
AI Coaches being fired will sometimes trigger news messages
New UI for the multiplayer franchise screen
The Astonishing Zoo has finally arrived in town!
New screen for team creation
Improved draft filters
version 3.6.3
posted on 2023-06-11
Jun 11, 2023
Version 3.6.3
-It's all about you in the new events now available in the franchise player mode!
-Your minor team will now display your best performers. Coach Gary will be so happy!
-You can now claim your daily bonus in the franchise player mode!
-New shiny logos are now available for your team!
-Improved UI for player comparison, expeditions and the front office
-New individual game records will now be celebrated by the fans
version 3.5.2
posted on 2023-05-14
May 14, 2023
Version 3.5.2
The Legends Contest update is here! For the first time, see the result of the best game of the year, and celebrate the best players in the world in the Ultimate Duel!
Franchise player now have a special badge on their page
New random events o/
New help sections
Bug fix for custom leagues' length
version 3.5.1
posted on 2023-05-03
May 3, 2023
Version 3.5.1
-The skills for your minor team coach have been improved, making them more powerful than ever!
-Injured players in your minor team will now heal regularly
-The transactions page now includes signed free agents and drafted prospects
-The UI for the franchise player mode has been improved!
-Improvements for minor teams and retired numbers
version 3.5.0
posted on 2023-04-23
Apr 23, 2023
Version 3.5.0
Introducing Timeshift V2: a new way to make in-game decisions and show your coaching skills!
It's now way easier to train your Prodigy!
New abilities are available for your franchise player!
Improved UI for the multiplayer screen
The awards screen will now display your best scoring season!
A new achievement related to rings has been added
Improved tutorial, lineup screen, Franchise player mode and custom leagues
Bug fixes for followers and scouts (thanks Moose and Andy!)
version 3.4.5
posted on 2023-04-06
Apr 6, 2023
Version 3.4.5
-Timeshift has been improved with new game situations
-We've improved some parts of the UI for the franchise player mode and skills!
-Oh and we've also improved the skills page for minor team coaches!
-The league will now celebrate your players' milestones!
-We have brand new default avatars!
-Basketball Cup parade messages have been improved and fixed. It's now clearer which ring you've earned!
-Bug fixes for high school players, parade messages, random events
version 3.4.4
posted on 2023-03-16
Mar 16, 2023
Version 3.4.4
The Rings update is here! Collect Basketball Cup rings and show off with style!
Make victory even better thanks to our new Basketball Cup Parades!
It's now cheaper to unlock features in the bleachers message creator.
The color picker has been improved. Show your true colors now!
You can now tap on a minor team record to see its current winning streak.
Custom leagues have been improved with new team rankings!
Many bugs have been fixed!
version 2.71.1
posted on 2022-08-21
Aug 21, 2022 Version 2.71.1
Many new random events are now available for my franchise player mode! And we've also added a pair of shoes to the shop!
Your franchise player will now get a proper contract money displayed in their info dialog
For coach Bono, you now receive a message when the child of an Hall of Famer enters the draft!
Bug fixes for the trials of Regina. She likes polished features!
Improved notch support for multiplayer screens
More Spanish translations for the help, courtesy of coach Manuu!
version 2.60
posted on 2022-05-14
May 14, 2022 Version 2.60
The College mode is here! Become the head of a college team, help the board of directors to manage the budget, and hire the best prospects!
New random events have been added, involving members of your personnel and new interactions
Saves are now sorted by date of last play by default
Reduced difficulty for the Z Challenge
version 2.55
posted on 2022-05-01
May 1, 2022 Version 2.55
The final rosters of the season are now available, with nine new legends o/
Enter the Path of Champions: a new way to earn rewards while playing. Win games, receive training points. Easy, right?
More steals? Yes please!
FG2 and FG2% are now available when customizing your boxscore
UI fix for retired numbers in your (beautiful) stadium
A bug fix for prospects interview
Updated help in French and Spanish (thanks Manuu!)
version 2.53
posted on 2022-04-16
Apr 16, 2022 Version 2.53
An absolutely insane update!
-Enter the Z Challenge, a new way to enjoy the game in solo, with daily competitions and great rewards!
-I heard you: the progression in my franchise player mode is now faster! The help section has also been clarified to provide insights on playing time
-Skills are also easier to access in my franchise player mode!
-It's now harder for young players to make it to the HOF early (before 30)
-The history screen now displays the season's best record
-Improved notch support for several screens
-Your stadium money is now displayed in more screens
-Improvements for the dark mode
version 2.52
posted on 2022-04-09
Apr 9, 2022 Version 2.52
-You can now unlock skills for your franchise player
-Time-shift is now available for my franchise player mode
-The multiplayer weekly rewards now have a brand new UI
-Clearer game mode selection when you're starting a new save!
-New UI for the legends collection screen
-Improved help, because we all need it to understand how to play this game
-Bug fixes for scenarios, weekly events, souvenirs, front office coaches, scouts and more
version 2.5
posted on 2022-03-12
Mar 12, 2022 Version 2.5
-The Epic mode is here, with increasing difficulty and skills to unlock! Believe me, you're going to have new stories to tell, and skill points to spend!
-The All-Legends team's message is now sorted by position. Because it's epic!
-You can now tap on a player's page to see his page in the Legends Contest announcement, for more epic stats
-Downloaded custom images are now centered horizontally. Should be better to import epic custom team logos!
-New stadium shops, created by the epic Moose!
-A bunch of other boring improvements, because this update wasn't epic enough!
version 2.42
posted on 2022-02-08
Feb 8, 2022 Version 2.42
New custom colors feature, to customize your team even more!
You can now upgrade your player up to a 120-rating in challenge mode for your franchise player.
Tasks are now available for my franchise player mode!
New tasks, inspired by the amazing Jayy!
Improved daily events
New help sections in Spanish, translated by the fabulous Manuu!
version 2.41
posted on 2022-01-31
Jan 31, 2022 Version 2.41
-The two most requested features in the entire history of ABK are here: you can now try to win the College Cup! But it's not all, you can also negotiate a contract at the end of each season. Will you play it safe, or ask for a raise? That's up to you!
-Plan your future games thanks to the new "upcoming schedule" screen (visit it from the regular schedule screen)
-You can now edit a team's coach name (except Regina ;p)
-The flavors are there, so join the Astonishing Cuisine Show today!
-And more!
version 2.36
posted on 2022-01-07
Jan 7, 2022 Version 2.36
A new meta is in town: longer games, more steals, which means more points and more records to shatter!
The search has been improved thanks to a cloud of tags. Or chips. Wait, what? Are we talking food now? Is that you, Didier?
Defense wins championship, so win more with the new defensive individual strategy and its improved UI!
You now have a larger selection of teams in career mode, based on your reputation (still work in progress)
Smarter AI for the draft
Bug fixes for the Z Show