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Professional wrestling continues to grow at an impressive rate, and several gamers already have the expected WWE 2K25 release date on their radars. With the game set to release in the first quarter of the year, it won’t be long before fans will be stepping between the ropes once more.
Thanks to 2K Games’ deal with the WWE, fans have come to expect an annual release packed with the latest roster of wrestlers alongside various stipulations to keep the action flowing. With the fresh WWE 2K25 announcement, the hype is at an all-time high, so the time has never been better than right now to see when we could be laying the Smackdown on this one.
Key Takeaways
- The WWE 2K25 exact release date hasn’t been revealed yet; however, it is estimated to be in March 2025.
- WWE 2K25 is a wrestling simulation game with a vast roster of wrestlers and game modes.
- The game will feature a number of active wrestlers along with several stars from the past.
- Players will have the ability to create their own wrestlers and embark on their own in-ring careers.
- There is no WWE 2K25 trailer so far, but the game was revealed during Raw on Netflix.
What Is WWE 2K25?
Similar to its predecessors, WWE 2K25 gameplay simulates the high-flying moves seen in the squared circle. Whether it’s flying off the top rope or sending an opponent crashing through a table, 2K Games meticulously crafts all kinds of moves to perform. The objective of most matches is simple. Pin an opponent down for the count of three to secure the win. Other stipulations may require fans to keep them down for a count of ten or lock them within an ambulance’s confines.
In addition to the various match types, the popular MyRise mode is expected to feature once again. Fans can create their dream wrestler with their very own set of moves to work their way from NXT to the main event of WrestleMania. The vast selection of titles encourages players to earn every championship belt within the world of WWE, while the vast move set allows fans to personalize their characters with great detail.
WWE 2K24 features simplistic mechanics that are easy to master regardless of skill level. The sheer amount of variety, combined with the ability to create custom belts, arenas, and entrances, kept fans coming back for more. Based on early snippets of the WWE 2K25 roster, 2K Games is expected to follow a similar formula that has proven successful in recent years.
Expected WWE 2K25 Release Date
The WWE 2K25 release date hasn’t appeared yet, but based on previous years, we can expect the game to launch in March 2025 if there aren’t any delays. For the past three years, 2K Games has launched its wrestling sim in March, so it would be unusual to see it stray away from its traditional release window.
WWE 2K24 launched back in March 2024 and proved a hit among grappling fans. With various improvements made to core mechanics and the addition of Showcase Mode, 2K Games had firmly put its feet on the ground after a few years of almost crashing over the top rope.
Similarly, WWE 2K23 and 2K22 came out in March. Once the rebooted production cycle continued after skipping out on WWE 2K21 following the disastrous launch of WWE 2K20. Prior to this, back in 2019 and before, the WWE games traditionally would be released in October, but this has not been the case for a long time now. Considering the 2K25 announcement in January, March makes the most sense for a release.
WWE 2K25 Price Predictions
2K Games has yet to reveal the official WWE 2K25 price. However, our pricing predictions align with those of the two previous games, WWE 2K24 and WWE 2K23, which debuted at $59.99 for the Standard Editions.
The annual WWE release often features various editions through which players can obtain future DLC, exclusive outfits, and limited-edition memorabilia. The previous game, WWE 2K24, had many different premium versions, such as the Deluxe Edition for $99.99, 40 Years of Wrestlemania for $119.99, and the Bray Wyatt Edition for $139.99.
While unconfirmed, it’s likely the new game will follow a similar pattern once the release date and WWE 2K25 pre-orders are announced.
WWE 2K25 Platforms
2K Games has confirmed all of the WWE 2K25 platforms that the game will launch on. The game will be released on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam. It’s not just the newer PS5 and Xbox Series X that are covered, as the game is also confirmed for the older PS4 and Xbox One, too.
An official WWE 2K25 announcement and the game’s website confirmed the news when the first teaser appeared on January 6, 2025, during the WWE’s Netflix debut.
There are no signs of WWE 2K25 releasing on Nintendo Switch yet. However, with the launch of a Switch 2 expected to take place in 2025, there’s a chance the WWE 2K series will make its debut on the console if the hardware is capable of handling the software.
Latest WWE 2K25 News
During Monday Night RAW’s debut on Netflix, Roman Reigns was revealed as the WWE 2K25 cover star. The news was confirmed after the Tribal Chief’s bout against Solo Sikoa on January 6th, when the WWE 2K25 logo appeared as the wrestler walked by. Roman Reigns was previously the cover star of the maligned WWE 2K20 alongside “The Man” Becky Lynch. It looks as though he’s finally getting redeemed as part of a (hopefully) much better game.
Shortly after Reigns was confirmed as the cover star, an Xbox post on X shared four screenshots showcasing the in-game versions of Liv Morgan, Damien Priest, CM Punk, and current WWE champion Cody Rhodes; the WWE 2K25 roster look at their absolute best, even if it doesn’t appear too much a big from WWE 2K24 in the visuals department.
More importantly, it’s been confirmed that there will be a full WWE 2K25 reveal on January 28, 2025. This reveal will likely showcase more of the gameplay, game modes, and (potentially) the confirmed release date alongside the editions and pre-orders.
The Bottom Line
Although the details of what the game has in store are not detailed, WWE 2K25 looks to be another evolution on the flagship wrestling sim. With an up-to-date roster and all of the match stipulations seen in the real-life squared circle, 2K Games is set to release another solid entry into its long-standing series.
The developer is no stranger to innovating the tried-and-tested formula and is likely to share further information as the expected WWE 2K25 release date approaches.
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References
- WWE 2K25 (PlayStation)
- Buy WWE 2K25 | Xbox (Xbox)
- WWE 2K25 on Steam (Steam)
- Xbox on X (X)
