Just a few days ago, we reported the WWE 2K22 release date leak which turned out to be legit. Today, 2K revealed WWE 2K22 features, the different editions players can purchase, and more!
Scheduled to launch on March 11 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, WWE 2K22 will feature a revamped game engine, new controls, improved visuals, and all-new game modes! Find out more details directly from the press release.
WWE 2K22 Features:
- VISUALS AND GAMEPLAY – Jump in with the biggest, most realistic WWE Superstars and Legends like The Rock, Sasha Banks, Brock Lesnar, and more. WWE2K22 hits different – including an all-new visual effects engine, never-before-seen camera angles, rescanned and realistic Superstars, unique environments and more!
From the redesigned game engine to new controls and improved visuals, WWE 2K22 is tuned to look, feel, play and “Hit Different”. The motor, coupled to WWE 2KThe most stunning graphics to date guarantee an unprecedented level of realism for the franchise. Along with an updated and intuitive control scheme, as well as an immersive presentation and varied camera angles, players will feel the pressure and reward of every punch, kick and slam.
- 2K SHOWCASE – 619 your way to Superstardom and celebrate the pivotal moments of Rey Mysterio’s iconic career in 2K Showcase. Bouyaka!
Popular game modes, including the returning 2K Showcase – featuring Rey Mysterio – incorporate new features and updates, allowing players to relive the iconic moments behind Mysterio’s most famous matches. In MyRISE, players chart their own path to stardom. With Universe Mode and the upgraded Creation Suite, WWE 2K22 offers players the ability to fully customize their WWE experience down to the smallest detail. Whether it’s taking control of brands, premium live events, match results, rivalries, and more. or create the ultimate custom Superstar personalities, arenas and championships, players can share all of their creations with the world. WWE 2K22 community with first-ever cross-platform sharing.
- MyFACTION – In a franchise first, the all-new MyFACTION lets you create a faction that rivals the nWo. Collect, manage and level up WWE Superstars, with weekly events and regular updates!
Additionally, WWE 2K22 will introduce new modes to the WWE 2K experience: MyGM and MyFACTION. In MyGM, players step into the role of a WWE General Manager and make the decisions to build the biggest brand in the WWE Universe. From crafting the ultimate roster of WWE Superstars and Legends to developing iconic rivalries and championship contests, players will have the chance to take the reins and prove themselves on the biggest stages of sports entertainment. With MyFACTION mode, a first for the franchise, players can assemble and manage the faction of their dreams with weekly events and regular updates, offering huge challenges and replay value.
- CREATION SUITE – Build for yourself, share with the world! The Creation Suite is back and better than ever. Be yourself or someone else. Then step into the ring anytime, anywhere in the world.
Breakdown of the different WWE 2K22 editions and pre-order bonuses:
WWE 2K22 offers four editions of the game: regular edition, Intergenerational Digital Bundle, deluxe editionand – on the occasion of the celebration of the 25and anniversary of the New World Order faction – nWo 4-Life digital edition:
- the regular edition will be available for $59.99 on previous generation platforms (PlayStation® 4, Xbox One consoles and PC) and for $69.99 on current generation consoles (PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S) at physical and digital formats;
- the Intergenerational bundle will be available for $79.99 and includes digital regular edition and the Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio Pack on previous and current generations on the same PlayStation and Xbox consoles;*
- the deluxe edition will be available for $99.99 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S in physical and digital formats, and on PC in digital format. the deluxe edition includes the regular edition more the Immortal Undertaker Bundle; a Season Pass for all five post-launch DLC content packs; the MyRISE Mega-Boost and Compressor packs; limited edition WWE® SuperCard contents** (included in box for physical copies only). the deluxe edition will be available from March 8, 2022 – three days earlier!*** Players who purchase the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S edition will also receive the Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio Pack;
- the nWo 4-Life digital edition will be available for $119.99 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S and PC. Celebrating 25 years of the faction that turned the world of sports entertainment upside down, in addition to the regular editionand all bonus content included in the deluxe editionthe nWo 4-Life Edition comes with MyFACTION EVO cards and alternate nWo outfits for Hollywood Hogan, Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, and Syxx, plus a playable Eric Bischoff character, WCW Souled Out 1997 and WCW Bash at the Beach 1996 arenas, and the nWo Wolfpac Championship. the nWo 4-Life Edition will also be available from March 8, 2022 – three days earlier! ***;
- Pre-order bonus: Players who pre-order the regular edition and Intergenerational Digital Bundle will also receive the Immortal Undertaker Bundle, which includes three additional Undertaker characters, MyFACTION EVO cards for Undertaker, and MyFACTION perks and bonuses, including an Undertaker MyFACTION logo card, an Undertaker MyFACTION wallpaper card, and an Undertaker MyFACTION nameplate card ****. This pack is also included in the deluxe edition and nWo 4-Life Edition during launch.
After a year of hiatus, will you discover WWE 2K22 and give it a chance? Hopefully this one revives the franchise.