Sports - Act 4 - WWE 2K

WWE is one of the most famous sports/entertainment universe in the world. Previously known as the “Smackdown Vs Raw” series, the WWE 2K series is the direct representation of the sport and has been the go-to choice for fans of professional wrestling, offering a chance to step into the virtual ring and experience the thrill and drama of WWE. With its roster of iconic superstars and big names like “John Cena”, “The Rock”, “Roman Reigns, intricate gameplay mechanics and controls and immersive career modes, WWE 2K has been a staple for wrestling enthusiasts. Talking about game features, WWE 2K series is famous for its extensive roster, featuring a wide array of past and present WWE superstars and wrestling events like “SummerSlam”, “WrestleMania” and many more. The ability to play as beloved legends like “Hulk Hogan” or current fan favorites adds an element of nostalgia and excitement. The attention to detail in replicating their signature moves, finishers, entrance songs and animations, and ring gear is commendable, creating a sense of authenticity for fans of the wrestling world. Moreover, WWE 2K offers a variety of game modes, including the popular MyCareer mode, where players can create their own wrestler and guide them through their journey from the bottom of the ranks to championship glory. The ability to customize and upgrade your character, participate in different storylines, and interact with other wrestlers brings a sense of progression and personalization to the game.

However, the WWE 2K series has faced criticism for its lack of innovation and failure to evolve over the years. Each new installment often feels like a mere roster update with just the overall of characters changed and with minimal improvements to gameplay mechanics, controls, animations and visuals. This lack of significant innovation can lead to a sense of repetition for a lot of players and the game could get boring over time. Furthermore, the WWE 2K series has been faced by technical issues, mainly including glitches, frame rate drops, questionable AI behavior and unknown settings of the game that cannot be toggled on/off. These technical shortcomings can disrupt the overall enjoyment of the game, other than that, the game seems pretty solid to this day and has no competition in the genre.

WWE 2K series review rating (8.25/10)