A: No. That is a DRM feature of 2K24. You must connect once to validate your save—even on a modified Switch.
The update dramatically reduces the "fan noise" (the Switch has no fan noise, but you get the point). The 30fps cap is steady post-patch, and for portable play, this is the only full-fledged NBA sim on a handheld. Is the Update Worth the Download Size? Speaking directly to storage: NBA 2K24 base XCI is roughly 48GB . The combined -Update- file adds another 8GB to 12GB . NBA 2K24 Switch XCI -Update-
Date: October 26, 2023 | Reviewed for the latest patch compatibility and for portable play