The latest installment of the WWE 2K franchise was announced today. 2K and Visual Concepts offer up the first details on WWE 2K25's new content that includes new match types, something called "The Island," a Bloodline Showcase, a roster of over 300 characters, intergender wrestling options, and more.
Naturally, there are also several different purchase options for WWE 2K25. These range from the Standard Edition and go up to The Bloodline Edition. There are also pre-order bonuses as well. Plus there is stuff about dual-gen entitlement. That's not even mentioning the up to 7-days of advance access. More on these editions later though.
WWE 2K25 is still a cross-gen title, which means it is coming on March 14, 2025 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. On PC, the price starts at $59.99 while on consoles it starts at $69.99. Because it's a dual entitlement, this also means PS4 players will be paying the next-gen premium.
The big focus for this year's release is for the 2K Showcase: The Bloodline's Dynasty. It's "the first retelling of the Bloodline saga and an interactive celebration of the legacy of the extended Anoa'i wrestling family. This Showcase is hosted by "The Wiseman" Paul Heyman and features Roman Reigns, The Rock, Yokozuna, Jacob Fatu, and more. You will "relive historic showdowns or flip the script and change the outcome of select matchups." There are also "What if?" style matches included that try to "settle fan debates and start fresh feuds."
Another big feature in WWE 2K25 is something called The Island. This is "an interactive world made up of a series of areas built around different WWE themes." You will be able to explore and challenge other players while attempting to earn a WWE contract by impressing "The Original Tribal Chief" Roman Reigns. You will complete quests, tackle challenges, engage in live events, unlock new items and gear, upgrade and customize your personal MySUPERSTARS character, and more. The Island is apparently only for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S version of the game though. Get fucked, PC and last-gen consoles.
Apparently there will be a roster of over 300 playable characters in WWE 2K25. The roster will span across multiple generations and include characters such as Cody Rhodes, Liv Morgan, Rey Mysterio, Bret "Hitman" Hart, Jacob Fatu, Rob Van Dam, Lita, LA Knight, Chyna, Batista, Nia Jax, Becky Lynch, and more.
New to the franchise is the option for intergender wrestling matchups. WWE Superstars or those that are player created from the men's and women's divisions can now compete against each other across all game modes. Also new in WWE 2K25 is the addition of Chain Wrestling, Bloodline Rules Match, Underground Match, and also new barricade diving.
Some additional gameplay changes and improvements are also mentioned.
- MyGM Online Multiplayer: Intrepid GMs can take their show on the road and challenge general managers worldwide in the enhanced MyGM for WWE 2K25, now with online multiplayer for up to four players. Players draft WWE Superstars and Legends to their weekly show’s roster and lead their brand through multiple-week seasons with a bigger selection of General Managers, cross-brand Premium Live Events, and more;
- MyFACTION: The collectible, card-battle mode is back with updated features, new content, and more ways to play. Faction Wars now features new node types, and 50 new stages. World Tour replaces Proving Grounds, enabling players to travel to different locations in a non-linear approach, while additional match-type support for live events and online matches, and new community events offer enhanced replayability. New themed card packs and goals will continue to roll out regularly throughout the year with seasonal content refreshes*;
- MyRISE: Players guide their MySUPERSTAR from the women’s or men’s division in a singular, multi-gender MyRISE storyline where Bayley, Kevin Owens, and other Superstars infiltrate NXT in an attempt to take control of the entire WWE. Featuring new personality choices that lead to specific storylines, as well as brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters, useable objects, and more, plus new ally storylines involving Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, Seth Rollins, and other WWE Superstars;
- Universe: WWE 2K’s sandbox mode receives new upgrades to give players greater control over their Universe experience, including the long-awaited return of Promos! The new system includes multiple promo types and outcomes with new cutscenes and branching choices;
- Creation Suite: The hallmark of the WWE 2K franchise, the best-in-class, most detailed and robust creation suite remains one of the driving forces behind players’ self-expression as they design their own custom Superstars, GMs, referees, arenas, entrances, move sets, championships, crowd signs, and more.
WWE 2K25 Standard Edition
Pre-purchase now to get WWE 2K24 Standard Edition while you wait!* You’ll also get the Wyatt Sicks Pack,** which includes:
WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition
Pre-purchase* WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition for up to 7-days Advanced Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition (digital) while you wait!
Deadman Edition includes:
Deadman Bonus Pack
WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition
Pre-purchase* WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition for up to 7-days Advanced Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition while you wait!
The Bloodline Edition includes:
The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack
LEGAL LINES:
*Pre-purchase bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital copy of WWE 2K24 will be automatically entitled to the platform account used to pre-order WWE 2K25 and available to download within 24 hours following pre-order. Offer is non-transferable and not available to accounts that already own WWE 2K24 on the same account. Canceled pre-purchase will result in removal of digital copy of WWE 2K24 from account. Terms apply.
**Exact release date of the Mattel Elite Collection Greatest Hits Undertaker to be announced post-launch and subject to change.
Pre-purchase now to get WWE 2K24 Standard Edition while you wait!* You’ll also get the Wyatt Sicks Pack,** which includes:
- MyFACTION Persona Cards for:
- Uncle Howdy
- Dexter Lumis
- Nikki Cross
- Joe Gacy
- Erick Rowan
WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition
Pre-purchase* WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition for up to 7-days Advanced Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition (digital) while you wait!
Deadman Edition includes:
Deadman Bonus Pack
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Undertaker ‘90
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits” Undertaker*
- Usable Urn
- Brother Love Manager
- 5 post-launch DLC Character Packs
- SuperCharger
- MyFACTION Persona Cards for:
- Uncle Howdy
- Dexter Lumis
- Nikki Cross
- Joe Gacy
- Erick Rowan
WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition
Pre-purchase* WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition for up to 7-days Advanced Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition while you wait!
The Bloodline Edition includes:
The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite Collection Greatest Hits Roman Reigns
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite Series 114 Jey Uso
- 32,500 Virtual Currency
- WrestleMania 41 Arena
- MyFACTION Persona Card: New playable Superstar (TBA)
- MyFACTION Persona Card: WrestleMania Main Event #1 (TBA)
- MyFACTION Persona Card: WrestleMania Main Event #1 (TBA)
- MyFACTION Persona Card: The Rock (Nation of Domination) (not available for individual purchase)
- Season Pass
- 5 post-launch DLC Character Packs
- SuperCharger
- Superstar Mega-Boost
- MyRISE Boost
- 100K VC
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Undertaker ‘90
- MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits” Undertaker**
- Usable Urn
- Brother Love Manager
- MyFACTION Persona Cards: Uncle Howdy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, Erick Rowan
LEGAL LINES:
*Pre-purchase bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital copy of WWE 2K24 will be automatically entitled to the platform account used to pre-order WWE 2K25 and available to download within 24 hours following pre-order. Offer is non-transferable and not available to accounts that already own WWE 2K24 on the same account. Canceled pre-purchase will result in removal of digital copy of WWE 2K24 from account. Terms apply.
**Exact release date of the Mattel Elite Collection Greatest Hits Undertaker to be announced post-launch and subject to change.
