WWE® 2K23 Featuring WarGames and More is Available Now
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Today, 2K announced the Icon Edition and Deluxe Edition of WWE® 2K23, the newest installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by
“With each iteration of the WWE 2K franchise, our team strives to add and improve features that players will love,” said
WWE 2K23 features an array of new features and improvements on existing fan-favorites:
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WarGames: The much-requested, chaotic and action-packed WarGames makes its debut in WWE 2K23 and delivers heart-pounding 3v3 and 4v4 single player or multiplayer mayhem inside two side-by-side rings, surrounded by a double-steel cage;
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“You Can’t Beat Me” 2K Showcase Starring
John Cena : ConqueringJohn Cena in the ring is an accolade few Superstars can claim. In an unprecedented twist on the 2K Showcase, players will step into the boots of several of Cena’s toughest competitors with one goal in mind: defeat the man who will “Never Give Up.” Spanning his 20-year WWE career and narrated by Cena himself, this interactive sports entertainment documentary uses 2K’s unique Slingshot Tech for a seamless transition from gameplay to live-action footage to bring pivotal moments in each match to life. Check out the official “Even Stronger” Showcase trailer here;
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MyFACTION: Now featuring online multiplayer action, the team-building mode in which players collect, manage, and upgrade an array of WWE Superstars and Legends to create their ultimate four-person factions returns.* Regular post-launch content in the form of scheduled Live Events will arrive year-round, offering a single-player experience with unique matchups curated by WWE 2K designers, as well as the new Pink Diamond card tier set to arrive post-launch. Players can collect multiple iterations and MyFACTION exclusive looks for favorite Superstars, from the most coveted historic looks to the most up-to-date changes happening on TV;
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MyGM: Boasting five new GMs, including
Xavier Woods ,Tyler Breeze ,Eric Bischoff ,Kurt Angle , andMick Foley , two new brands, including NXT 2.0 and WCW, seven new match types, more titles, endless play with multiple Seasons and Seasonal Challenges, Hall of Fame progression, shake-ups that can change the way aGM approaches booking their show, and a new cast of enhancement talent, all for up to four players. Check out a first look at MyGM from Woods and Breeze on WWE’s UpUpDownDown YouTube show here;
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Universe: In the ultimate WWE Universe sandbox that puts players in charge of their own version of WWE, a new and improved story system gives users control over rivalries like never before. Winning matches gains momentum, as players build rivalries and decide how their story is told;
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Creation Suite: A signature feature of the WWE 2K franchise, the creation suite returns with cross-platform community creations, including the ability to design custom Superstars, GMs, arenas, entrances, move sets, championships and more. Custom arenas are now playable online, and advanced customization has been added to created entrances, as well as visual improvements to Create-a-Superstar models and hundreds of new parts;
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MyRISE: Aspiring Superstars walk through the curtain for their WWE debut in MyRISE and shape their career with the decisions made along the way in two unique storylines: The Lock and The Legacy. Featuring the ability to import custom created Superstars, players journey from the humble beginnings of a Rookie, to being immortalized as a WWE Legend;
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Even Stronger and Better Looking Roster: WWE 2K23 features a roster of 201 new and returning Superstars, including
Cody Rhodes , Roman Reigns,Queen Zelina , Undertaker, Bron Breakker, Chyna,Roxanne Perez , Stone ColdSteve Austin ,Rhea Ripley ,Drew McIntyre , Cora Jade,Bianca Belair ,Carmelo Hayes and many more**! Plus Ruthless Aggression versions ofJohn Cena , Batista,Randy Orton andBrock Lesnar included in the Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition***. All Superstars have an improved appearance. The full roster list is available here;
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New
Pin Kick -out Mechanic: In addition to the classic button-mashing method, a new pin kick-out mechanic is available, providing more accessibility and an alternative option for players who prefer strategic timing;
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Bad
Bunny Bonus Pack : Global music phenom Bad Bunny - Billboard's Top Artist of the Year and one of the most streamed artists in the world for 2022 - makes his WWE 2K debut****. Watch Bad Bunny in action in the WWE 2K23 BadBunny Pre-Order Bonus Trailer here.
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DLC Galore: Fan-favorite Superstars
Bray Wyatt , The O.C., The Steiner Brothers, Zeus,Wade Barrett , andEve Torres headline five packs of regular content updates through August, with a total count of 24 new Superstars coming post-launch.
WWE 2K23 Editions and
WWE 2K23 features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, Cross-Gen, Deluxe Edition, and Icon Edition:
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The Standard Edition will be available
March 17 for$59.99 on previous-gen platforms (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and PC and for$69.99 on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) in both physical and digital formats;
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The Cross-Gen edition will be available digitally
March 17 for$69.99 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The Cross-Gen edition includes the Standard Edition across previous and current-gen platforms within the same console family and the same PlayStation or Xbox account*****;
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The Deluxe Edition is available now for
$99.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One in both physical and digital formats, and on PC in digital format. The Deluxe Edition includes the Standard Edition, BadBunny Bonus Pack , plus aSeason Pass to all five post-launch DLC content packs******; the MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger; Ruby John Cena MyFACTION Evo Card, Gold Edge MyFACTION Card, Emerald Bianca Belair MyFACTION Card, Gold Asuka MyFACTION Card, and three Basic Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Deluxe Edition will be available onMarch 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard and Cross-Gen Editions!;
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The Icon Edition is available now for
$119.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, featuring original cover art by renowned WWE-inspired artistRob Schamberger . In addition to the Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition, the Icon Edition includes the Ruthless Aggression Pack, celebrating 20 years of John Cena’s WWE career by featuring John Cena’s early “Prototype” character, as well as “Leviathan” Batista, developmental rookie versions ofBrock Lesnar andRandy Orton , the John Cena Legacy Championship and WrestleMania 22 Arena. Additional bonus content includes an Emerald Paul Heyman MyFACTION Manager Card, and three Deluxe Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Icon Edition will be available onMarch 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard and Cross-Gen Editions!;
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Bad
Bunny Bonus Pack Pre-Order Offer : Players who pre-order the Standard Edition and Cross-Gen Digital Bundle will receive the BadBunny Bonus Pack , which includes Bad Bunny as a playable character, as well as a Ruby tier Bad Bunny MyFACTION card. The BadBunny Bonus Pack is included in the Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition, available now.
For more information on WWE 2K23, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on
*WWE 2K23 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.
**Some Superstars require unlocking via gameplay or via purchase of SuperCharger, which unlocks all Legends available at launch.
***Ruthless Aggression Pack included with Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition only at launch.
**** Bad Bunny Bonus Pack Pre-Order Bonus Offer: Pre-order bonus offer available through
*****PlayStation 5 console required to play PS5 version. PlayStation 4 console required to play PS4 version. Xbox Series X|S console required to play Xbox Series X|S version. Xbox One console required to redeem and use Xbox One version.
****** For digital orders, post-launch DLC will be automatically delivered upon release for PC users, available for download in the PlayStation store/Library tile for PS4 and PS5 users, and available for download in the
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