WWE 2K22
WWE 2K22 is a video game in the WWE 2k Series of wrestling games. The game's slogan is "It hits different".
Release Date
WWE 2K22 will be released on March 11th 2022 for Windows PC on Steam, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
Editions
There are several editions of WWE 2K22 (click here for 2k's Info page):
Standard Edition
The Standard Edition of the game. Available for Microsoft Windows PC on the Steam distribution platform (digital only), Microsoft Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One and Sony PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4.
Cross-Gen Digital Bundle
The WWE 2K22 Cross-Gen Digital Bundle includes dual-gen entitlement to the Digital Standard Edition as well as the Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio Pack featuring a playable Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio and Starrcade ’96 Ruby MyFACTION card.
Only available for Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation consoles.
Deluxe Edition
WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition contains the Standard Edition PLUS the Undertaker Immortal Pack, Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio Pack, and Season Pass with dual-gen entitlement!
nWo 4-Life Edition
Take over with the WWE 2K22 nWo 4-Life Edition, which includes dual-gen entitlement and all the bonus digital content included in the Deluxe Edition. Plus playable nWo Superstars, two arenas, nWo Wolfpac Championship Belt & the Starrcade '96 Rey Mysterio Pack!
Versions
There are two versions of the game, one for current generation consoles and another one for previous generation consoles and PC. It's uncertain what the differences between these versions are.
Current-Gen
The versions for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5 are current-generation versions of the game.
Last-Gen
The Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Steam versions are last generation versions of the game.
Downloadable Content
WWE 2K22 downloadable content offerings are scheduled to include the following items and be available for purchase on the PlayStation™Network for the PS4™ system, Xbox Live online entertainment network from Microsoft for Xbox One and Steam for Windows PC:
Pre-Order
Not included in the Season Pass.
Pre-order the WWE 2K22 Standard Edition & WWE 2K22 Cross-Gen Digital Bundle to receive the Undertaker Immortal Pack including 3 additional Undertaker personas, 3 MyFACTION EVO Cards for Undertaker, and an Undertaker MyFACTION Logo Card.
The Undertaker Immortal Pack is included in the WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition & WWE 2K22 nWo 4-Life Edition.
- Pre-order bonus offer available through 3/10/22. Offer is for Undertaker Immortal Pack. For digital pre-orders, items will be automatically entitled. For physical pre-orders, items will be redeemed in game via code provided in box. Terms apply.
Cross-Gen Digital Bundle
The Cross-Gen Digital Bundle includes the following DLC:
Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio Pack featuring a playable Starrcade ’96 Rey Mysterio and Starrcade ’96 Ruby MyFACTION card.
Not included in the Season Pass.
Deluxe Edition
The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the following DLC:
Undertaker Immortal Pack, Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio Pack, and Season Pass.
Not included in the Season Pass.
nWo 4-Life Edition
The nWo 4-Life Edition include the following DLC:
All the bonus digital content included in the Deluxe Edition, plus playable nWo Superstars, two arenas, nWo Wolfpac Championship Belt & the Starrcade '96 Rey Mysterio Pack.
Not included in the Season Pass.
Season Pass
All Season pass DLC will be released for the game some time after release or be available at release.
Includes all five DLC content packs, the MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger packs.
SuperCharger
Players will gain access to all unlockable content available at launch in the game’s VC Purchasable section (excluding downloadable content);
Players can also decide the overall rankings and attribute levels for all playable characters throughout the life of the product.
MyRISE Mega-Boost KickStart
Players will gain access to unlock and boost MyPlayer ratings and attributes made available at launch as part of the game’s MyCareer mode;
Players can also unlock all clothing made available at launch that provides attribute boosts in MyCareer.
DLC Content Packs
Five DLC content packs are scheduled to be released over time.
Features
REDESIGNED GAMEPLAY ENGINE. NEW CONTROLS. ALL THE FEATURES YOU CAN HANDLE. Get ripped out of the stands and hit with complete control of the WWE Universe.
THE GAME THAT MAY HIT TOO REAL Hitting this hard has never been so easy. Everything from the controls to the stunning graphics has been redesigned, and feels as real as being ringside at WrestleMania.
CONTROL WWE SUPERSTARS AND CLASSIC LEGENDS Unleash dives, kickouts, and finishers with the biggest and most realistic-looking WWE Superstars and Legends: The Rock, Sasha Banks, Goldberg, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Brock Lesnar, and more.
619 YOUR WAY TO SUPERSTARDOM Celebrate pivotal moments in Rey Mysterio’s iconic career in 2K Showcase. Booyaka!
INTRODUCING MyGM It’s your turn to call the shots as a WWE General Manager. Take the reins of Raw, Smackdown, NXT or NXT UK and draft your ultimate roster of WWE Superstars and Legends, then compete against rival GM’s to build the biggest brand in the WWE Universe. Become the top-rated show by setting up intense rivalries, over-the-top match types, championship showdowns, pay-per-view events, and an ever-escalating arms race of arenas and audiences. Once you’ve set the stage, play as a Superstar, interfere as a GM, or call the shots from behind the scenes —the choice is yours!
RISE UP THE RANKS THROUGH WWE Take on not one, but two MyRISE adventures, featuring unique male and female storylines that let you choose your journey like never before.
BUILD FOR YOURSELF, SHARE WITH THE WORLD The Creation Suite is back and better than ever. Be yourself or someone else. Then step in the ring anytime, anywhere in the world.
ASSEMBLE YOUR OWN FACTION In a franchise-first, the all-new MyFACTION lets you build a faction that rivals the nWo. Collect, manage and upgrade WWE Superstars, with weekly events and regular updates!
Game Modes
Several Game Modes are available, including the following:
MyRISE
WWE 2K's MyCareer mode will be rebranded as MyRISE and will focus on separate stories for both male and female superstars. Using created superstars, players can form alliances, make enemies, and branch into subplots based upon the user’s choices, allowing players to choose their journey like never before.[7][8]
2K Showcase
2K Showcase will return, featuring cover superstar Rey Mysterio, allowing players to play through the biggest moments of his WWE career. The 2K Showcase mode will incorporate new features and updates. By progressing through, players will be able to unlock new characters, attires, and arenas.[7][8]
At IGN Fan Fest 2022, a match between Rey Mysterio and Dolph Ziggler feature a transition method between in game to real time video while the action was in sequence.
MyFACTION
2K22 will feature a new mode called MyFACTION. In it, players will be able to build a wrestling stable by collecting, managing, and upgrading WWE Superstars with regular updates and weekly events. MyFACTION will feature player cards from throughout WWE's history.[7][8]
Universe Mode
Universe mode returns with several updates, including the ability to change camera angles while spectating matches. Other new features include playing exclusively as a single superstar, focusing only on their matches and storylines.[7][8]
MyGM
MyGM, formerly known as "GM Mode", returns to the series for the first time since 2007's SmackDown vs. Raw 2008. Players can choose between Sonya Deville, Adam Pearce, William Regal, Shane McMahon, Stephanie McMahon or a custom character; to take control of one of WWE's four brands: Raw, SmackDown, NXT, or NXT UK. Players can book wrestling shows in high school gyms and on primetime television, draft superstars, manage contracts, and control costs, while trying to create the "premier" WWE brand.[7][8]
Creation Suite
Community creations in the creation suite will now be cross-platform. Custom images can now also be used in character select screens, which allowing the player to put their own photo(s) on screen.[7][8]
Exhibitionism
Play various Exhibition matches.
Soundtrack
On February 23, 2022, two weeks before the release of the game, rapper Machine Gun Kelly Kelly was announced as the official executive producer, accompanied by a short trailer which involved Kelly Kelly and WWE legend The Undertaker. The baseline soundtrack includes songs from artists such as Machine Gun Kelly, YUNGBLUD, Bert McCracken, Wu-Tang Clan, KennyHoopla, Motörhead, Poppy, Royal Blood, Bring Me The Horizon, The Weeknd, Turnstile, Asking Alexandria and Funny Bunny.
System Requirements
The game requires at least the following systems:
Microsoft Windows PC
The game is only available on Steam.
Minimum System Specifications
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-3550 / AMD FX 8150 (AVX - Compatible processor) Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 480 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 60 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Additional Notes: At least 4 GB Video Memory
Recommended System Specifications
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel i7-4790 / AMD FX 8350 (AVX - Compatible processor) Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 580 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 60 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Additional Notes: At least 6 GB Video Memory
Additional System-specific Information
Steam Game ID
WWE 2K22's Steam game ID is 1255630. It is used as name for the savegame folder and useful when accessing your save games externally, such as backing up and restoring your save game on the PC.
Steam Deck (Steam OS) Compatibility
WWE 2k22 doesn't work on Steam Deck via Steam OS out of the box. It works with a workaround, but it crashes quite often.
Workaround: To get it to run on Steam OS, you need to go to the game's Steam Properties and in the "Compatibility", tick "Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool", then select "Proton Experimental" (alternatively, install the latest version of Proton-GE via ProtonUp-Qt and use that as it may run better). Then click on "General" and under "Launch Options", enter
gamemoderun DXVK_ASYNC=1 PROTON NO ESYNC=1 %command %
This will at least allow the game to start and run, but there will be random crashes still. To prevent crashes, run the game while the Steam Deck is in Offline mode.
Microsoft Xbox
Requires at least the regular Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, with at least 50 GB of available storage space.
Sony Playstation
Requires the regular PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 with at least 50 GB of available storage space.
Modding
Unfortunately WWE 2K22 likely can't be modded in the same way as previous games. It is highly recommended to use WWE 2K19 for modding at this moment instead.