Highlights include The Bloodline Edition,
Deadman Edition, biggest roster ever, intergender matches, and
more
Today, 2K announced WWE® 2K25, the newest installment of
the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts,
will be coming in March for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4
(PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Among the most
decorated WWE Superstars of all-time, “The Original Tribal Chief,”
Roman Reigns strikes a heroic pose on the Standard
Edition cover as his “Wiseman,” Paul Heyman looks on.
Celebrating the 35th anniversary of one of the most feared and
iconic Superstars in WWE history, The Undertaker, cuts an
imposing profile on the Deadman Edition cover, while
The Bloodline Edition cover features members of both
Roman Reigns’ and Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline
factions, including Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Paul Heyman, Sami Zayn,
Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa, interwoven into
the roots and branches of the iconic Bloodline family tree.
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Today, 2K announced WWE® 2K25, the newest
installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by
Visual Concepts, will be coming in March for PlayStation®5 (PS5®),
PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
Among the most decorated WWE Superstars of all-time, “The Original
Tribal Chief,” Roman Reigns strikes a heroic pose on the Standard
Edition cover as his “Wiseman,” Paul Heyman looks on. Celebrating
the 35th anniversary of one of the most feared and iconic
Superstars in WWE history, The Undertaker, cuts an imposing profile
on the Deadman Edition cover, while The Bloodline Edition cover
features members of both Roman Reigns’ and Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline
factions, including Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Paul Heyman, Sami Zayn,
Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa, interwoven into the roots
and branches of the iconic Bloodline family tree. (Photo: Business
Wire)
New updates and gameplay advancements include 2K Showcase:
The Bloodline’s Dynasty, the first retelling of the Bloodline
saga and an interactive celebration of the legacy of the extended
Anoa’i wrestling family, new match types and stipulations, such as
the Underground Match, Bloodline Rules Match and Intergender
matchups, the return of Chain Wrestling, a new MyRISE experience,
and much more. The largest-ever WWE 2K roster of more than 300
Superstars, Legends and Hall of Famers includes John Cena, Rhea
Ripley, The Rock, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, CM Punk, “Stone Cold” Steve
Austin, Jade Cargill, Diamond Dallas Page, Booker T, Ultimate
Warrior, Trish Stratus, and many more. Third-person camera support
in online matches and the ability for each player to control their
own camera have been added, as well as new brawl environments such
as the WWE Archives and NXT Parking Lot. WWE 2K25 Deadman
Edition and The Bloodline Edition are scheduled for
worldwide release on Friday, March 7, 2025, seven days prior to the
Standard Edition, which will be available Friday, March 14,
2025.
“I am personally and professionally excited that the Original
and Only Tribal Chief and the extended Anoa’i family are the focus
of WWE 2K25,” said Roman Reigns. “We’ve been building toward this
moment for generations and I challenge players everywhere to show
me and my Wiseman, Paul Heyman, what they’ve got, and prove they’re
worthy of the attention of their Tribal Chief.”
WWE 2K25 also features an ambitious addition to the
franchise for players on PS5® and Xbox Series X|S - The
Island - an interactive, online WWE-themed world that provides
an immersive experience allowing players the option of focusing on
a single-player experience, with the ultimate goal of earning a
position in The Bloodline, or interacting and competing with other
players they encounter.
“WWE 2K25 expands on our winning formula in nearly every
aspect of the player experience,” said Greg Thomas, President at
Visual Concepts. “Our new approach to 2K Showcase and MyRISE
storylines really tap into the creativity of the development team,
and we’re excited to see our community enjoy these updated
features.”
WWE 2K25 features several updates and improvements to
existing features throughout the game:
- 2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty: The all-new 2K
Showcase, hosted by “The Wiseman” Paul Heyman, celebrates one of
the most iconic wrestling family dynasties - The Bloodline and the
extended Anoa’i family. Featuring Roman Reigns, The Rock, Yokozuna,
Jacob Fatu, and more, players can relive historic showdowns or flip
the script and change the outcome of select match-ups. Dream
matches between members of The Bloodline and WWE Superstars and
Legends offer a “what if?” fantasy element to settle fan debates
and start fresh feuds, in addition to some surprises in store;
- The Island: An interactive world made up of a series of
areas built around different WWE themes, The Island offers
players the opportunity to explore and challenge other players,
while vying to earn a WWE contract by impressing “The Original
Tribal Chief” Roman Reigns. By completing quests, taking on
challenges, competing in live events, earning unlockables, and
upgrading and customizing MySUPERSTARS through multiple storyline
chapters, The Island allows players to step outside the
ropes and “Rule Beyond the Ring.” Available only on PS5® and Xbox
Series X|S;
- A Roster for the Ages: WWE 2K25 brings an unparalleled
lineup of current Superstars from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT, plus
Legends and WWE Hall of Famers. The stacked roster of over 300
playable characters, spanning multiple generations, features 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 Match Types and Improvements on Gameplay:
Intergender wrestling makes its long-awaited debut in the WWE 2K
franchise! WWE or player-created Superstars from the men’s and
women’s divisions can now compete against each other to set up
limitless matchups across all game modes. Additional features
include the return of Chain Wrestling, Bloodline Rules Match,
Underground Match, and new barricade diving! More details on each
new match type will be shared soon;
- 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 Editions
WWE 2K25 features three editions of the game: Standard
Edition, Deadman Edition, and The Bloodline
Edition:
- The Standard Edition will offer Dual-Gen entitlement,
available for $69.99 on both Gen 9 consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series
X|S) and Gen 8 consoles (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and PC;
- Pre-Order Bonus Offers**: Players who pre-order the
WWE 2K25 Standard Edition will receive the Wyatt
Sicks Pack, a bonus pack of content including five playable
Superstars - Uncle Howdy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, and
Erick Rowan - plus for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only, Uncle Howdy
and Nikki Cross mask cosmetic items for The Island. Players who
pre-order the Standard Edition (digital) will also receive
the WWE 2K24 Cross-Gen base game (digital);***
- The Deadman Edition will be available for $99.99 for
PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. The Deadman
Edition includes the Standard Edition and Wyatt Sicks
Pack, plus the Deadman Edition Bonus Pack which includes
Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits” Undertaker**** and Original Undertaker
(‘90) Persona Cards and playable Superstars, a useable Urn object,
Undertaker ‘95 Mask cosmetic item for The Island on PS5 and Xbox
Series X|S only, and Brother Love Manager, plus a Season
Pass to all five post-launch DLC character packs and 15,000 VC.
The Deadman Edition will be available from March 7, 2025 –
seven days ahead of Standard Edition. Players who
pre-order Deadman Edition will also receive the WWE 2K24
Cross-Gen base game (digital);
- The Bloodline Edition will be available for $129.99 for
PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. In addition to the
Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the
Deadman Edition, The Bloodline Edition includes the
Ringside Pass (Season Pass plus Superstar
Mega-Boost), The Rock Nation of Domination Pack, which
features a Rock Nation of Domination Persona card and playable
Superstar, and will only be available as part of The Bloodline
Edition, plus The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack, which
features Mattel Elite Series 114 Jey Uso and Mattel Elite “Greatest
Hits” Roman Reigns Persona cards and playable Superstars. For Xbox
Series X|S and PS5® only, this pack includes a Family Above All
Hoodie, OTC Shirt, Yeet tank Top and Yeet Sunglasses cosmetic items
for The Island, while for Steam only, it includes an additional
32,500 VC. Also included is the WrestleMania 41 Pack which
features the WrestleMania 41 Arena, two WrestleMania 41 Main Event
Superstars Persona cards and playable Superstars, and a new
Superstar Persona Card (TBA), which will all be available Summer
2025.***** The Bloodline Edition will be available from
March 7, 2025 – seven days ahead of Standard Edition.
Players who pre-order The Bloodline Edition will also
receive the WWE 2K24 Cross-Gen base game (digital);
For more information on WWE 2K25, visit the game’s
official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on
TikTok, X, Instagram, and subscribe on Twitch and YouTube. Official
campaign hashtags are #WWE2K25 and #RuleBeyondTheRing.
Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing
label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*WWE 2K25 and internet access required to play MyFACTION
content. Online Account (13+) required to access online features.
See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for
additional details.
**Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. The
Wyatt Sicks Pack is included with Deadman and The Bloodline
editions. For digital pre-orders, items will be automatically
entitled in-game. For physical pre-orders, items will be redeemed
in game via code provided in-box. Terms apply.
***Pre-order offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital
copy of WWE 2K24 Standard Edition 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 platform accounts that
already own WWE 2K24 on the same platform. Canceled pre-orders will
result in removal of digital copy of WWE 2K24 from platform
account. Terms apply.
****Exact release date of the Mattel Elite “Greatest Hits”
Undertaker to be announced post-launch and subject to change.
*****Exact release date of the WrestleMania 41 Pack content to
be announced post-launch and subject to change. For digital orders,
post-launch WrestleMania 41 Pack content and DLC will be
automatically delivered on release for PC users, available for
download in the PlayStation store/Library tile for PS4 and PS5
users, and available for download in Microsoft Store for Xbox
users. DLC will also be available for purchase separately.
About 2K
Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive
entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and
mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail
and digital download. The Company is home to many talented
development studios, including 31st Union, Cat Daddy Games, Cloud
Chamber, Firaxis Games, Gearbox Software, Hangar 13, HB Studios,
and Visual Concepts. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA,
sports, and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®
2K; renowned BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s
Civilization® and XCOM® brands; popular WWE® 2K and WWE® SuperCard
franchises, TopSpin® as well as the critically and commercially
acclaimed PGA TOUR® 2K. Additional information about 2K and its
products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official
social media channels.
2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
(NASDAQ: TTWO).
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