WWE 2K22

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a game by Visual Concepts
Platform: Playstation 4 (2022)
Editor Rating: 8.3/10, based on 3 reviews, 2 reviews are shown
User Rating: 7.3/10 - 24 votes
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WWE 2K22
WWE 2K22
WWE 2K22

Make no mistake about it, WWE 2K22 is a game that 2K and Visual Concepts have to get right. There have been WWF/E games released for various computers, consoles, and in the arcades since 1987, but last year the series took a hiatus as WWE 2K20 was an absolute mess, it was so bad that Sony was even giving refunds on the digital version! They tried to fix it, but some of the fixes made it even worse. They decided to take a year off and now we have more information about the latest game, let’s take a closer look at it.

It Hits Different

This is the slogan that they are using to describe WWE 2K22. With the last game they released being such a mess, 2K and Visual Concepts have said that they have gone back to the drawing board with a new game engine, new graphics engine and they have reworked pretty much everything that we have known about WWE games.

This is good news as the 2K WWE games had started to get real stale! Sure, WWE 2K19 is a masterpiece compared to 2K20, but this is a series that has been coasting for many years so them taking a new approach is very welcomed.

Scanning The Talent

The last few WWE games have been a real mixed bag visually. When they get a wrestler right, they look fantastic, but for every wrestler that they get right, there are like two that look horrible. Weird facial animations. Hair that has a mind of its own and more! They have scanned in the majority of the roster here and done a ton of new animations. The WWE 2K22 trailer that we have seen looks fantastic, even though they have only shown off a handful of talent. Wrestlers such as Roman Reigns, Rey Mysterio, Bobby Lashley, Drew McIntyre, and Kofi Kingston all look fantastic! From their facial scan to the way that they move all clearly have been improved since

Wrestling With Modes

They still have a while to go before the planned March 2022 release date for WWE 2K22, but we do have to talk about game modes. Game modes in wrestling games have been stale for years and a change is needed! The Showcase mode that lets us play through past WWE events was ok, but the cheap AI and lack of checkpoints made it a massive chore to play through.

The last WWE game was a mess so hopefully, weird issues are going to be fixed here. There is a fine line between simulation and fun and hopefully this year they are going to nail this aspect of the game.

8

With how poor WWE 2K20 was and with how lackluster the WWE series has been since 2K took over; it is hard to get too excited in WWE 2K22. They have not really done much to gain any good faith with the WWE universe! So while the trailers we have seen do seem pretty, until we get some actual gameplay footage, this is one game that I am interested in for sure as I am a huge wrestling fan, but with their history, I am not getting my hopes too high.

Pros:

  • The graphics sure do look good
  • They have added in a lot of new animations
  • The claims they are making about rebuilding the engine sound good
  • Hopefully, this extra development time will really make a difference

Cons:

  • 2K do not exactly have the best track record with the WWE license
  • We still have not seen any actual in-ring gameplay

Download WWE 2K22

Playstation 4

System requirements:

  • PC compatible
  • Operating systems: Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 7/2000/Vista/WinXP

Game Reviews

After taking a year off, WWE 2K22 returns bigger and better than ever before. Featuring three wrestling brands, including Smackdown, RAW, and NXT, the game boasts an impressive roster of over 150 real wrestlers. With a slew of modes, which range from lengthy story campaigns to card-collecting and management, there are tons of ways to spend time on the wrestling mat. Better yet, WWE 2K22 contains an immense amount of customization options, essentially allowing players to create their own events and storylines from scratch. Simply put, WWE 2K22 is one of the best wrestling games in a long time.

Main Game Features

  • Realistic yet approachable wrestling gameplay
  • Tons of modes to enjoy
  • Over 150 wrestlers to choose from

Modes of Play

WWE 2K22 contains a mountain of content in one package, with a huge variety of modes that are guaranteed to please every kind of wrestling fan. MyRise mode, previously known as MyCareer in games like WWE 2K20, is a revamped experience that lets you pave your own path through the WWE. As a new wrestler in the league, you have tons of choices in how you want your career to play out, including what show you start on, who your rivals are, and more. The game also features two completely different campaigns depending on whether you're a male or female wrestler. While there are a lot of different storylines to see, the actual dialogue is disappointing, with muddy voice acting and uninspired writing.

Besides MyRise mode, players can enjoy a huge suite of customization tools that let them create custom wrestlers, entrances, championships, and more. You can then take these created tools into Universe mode to form your own matches and events. Showcase mode focuses on the career of legendary wrestler Rey Mysterio, while the MyGM mode puts you in charge of various wrestlers as you manage their careers. Finally, MyFaction is a new mode where you collect cards, similar to Ultimate Team in FIFA 22, but it ends up feeling more like a grind than anything else.

Gameplay

The moment to moment wrestling gameplay has also been completely overhauled, resulting in fights that feel both realistic and arcade-like. While previous games felt too complex for new players to enjoy, WWE 2K22 borrows mechanics from popular fighting games like Street Fighter IV and Killer Instinct to even the playing field. Instead of the stilted and strategic flow seen prior, WWE 2K22's wrestling is much faster, with smooth animations that link together perfectly. This leads to lots of combos, which feel satisfying to pull off without too much memorization.

Wrestlers also have special moves that they can perform, enabled by expending a portion of their power bar. Your power bar builds up across the fight, and can drastically change your odds of winning if used at the right time. For example, using up all of your power bar lets you use your signature finishing move, while other options remain for defensive moves. A new combo-breaker move makes it easier to escape from long combos, while the power bar can be used to immediately recover from knockdowns. It still takes some practice to master each wrestler, especially with such a big roster to learn, but it's much easier to get started thanks to the simpler fighting style.

Conclusion

Unlike with some past games, you don't have to be a diehard fan of current wrestling television shows to enjoy WWE 2K22. The huge roster of wrestlers ensures that your favorite athlete will be available, and the laundry list of modes provides countless hours of entertainment.

8

MyRise is an impressive addition even when you consider the problems with the story, while MyGM and Showcase modes are nearly flawless in their design. Although the series has stumbled in the past, WWE 2K22 proves that there's still fun to be had with this franchise

Pros

  • Incredible amount of customization
  • Modes are distinct and fun
  • Lots of player freedom in story campaigns

Cons

  • Too many microtransactions in MyFaction
  • Mediocre voice acting
  • Underwhelming storylines

Snapshots and Media

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