WWE 2K23, the latest installment in 2K’s annual pro wrestling video game franchise, has just received a release date. Featuring 16-time world champion John Cena on the cover, the game is set to release March 17 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X. Those who purchase the premium versions of WWE 2K23 will receive three-day early access starting March 14th. WWE 2K23 aims to celebrate wrestler and actor Cena’s 20th anniversary by featuring him on all three covers – Standard, Deluxe and Icon Edition. designed after iconic moments from his career.
WWE 2K23 2K Showcase
After charting Rey Mysterios career one WWE2K22, the latest iteration sees players follow in Cena’s footsteps and take on his toughest competitors during his 20-year tenure in WWE. This is effectively the second 2K showcase for cenawho previously received a small feature WWE 2K15, mainly focused on his rivalry with CM Punk. This time, players can expect to travel all the way back in time – its debut – and relive those moments as events seamlessly transition from gameplay to live-action capture and vice versa. Of course, Cena will narrate the entire event and provide insights into his mindset during these key games.
“It is my pleasure to tell the story of my career through the WWE2K23 Showcase,” Cena said in a prepared statement. “2K did a fantastic job with this concept in capturing and enlivening the WWE 2K franchise and I am honored to grace the cover of WWE 2K23.”
WWE 2K23 pre-order and editions
Pre-orders are now live over personal computer and consoles, with the Standard Edition containing the base game and a Bad Bunny Bonus Pack that includes a music star bad bunny as a playable character and a Ruby Tier MyFaction card for the same. The Standard Edition of WWE 2K23 costs Rs. 3,399 on PC (steam) and Rs. 4,499 on the old generation PS4 and Xbox One. Meanwhile over on the PS5 and Xbox Series S/X, the basic version costs Rs. 4,999. The cross-generational edition of the same will only be available digitally.
As previously mentioned, the Deluxe Edition and beyond grants three-day early access to WWE 2K23, which includes all of the above content, plus a season pass to “all five” post-release DLC content packs, 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.
On all consoles, regardless of generation or version (physical/digital), the Deluxe Edition of WWE 2K23 costs Rs. 7,499. On PC it is listed at Rs. 5,699.
And finally, the Icon Edition compiles all of the previous perks and adds throwback versions of John Cena, Randy Orton, Batista, and Brock Lesnar, along with the WrestleMania 22 Arena and the John Cena Legacy Championship. WWE 2K23 Icon Edition is priced at Rs. 7,999 on all consoles and Rs. 6,799 on PC.
Additional features of WWE 2K23
WWE 2K23 introduces a new WarGames mode that allows players to take part in exciting 3v3 or 4v4 single or multiplayer matches “in two adjacent rings surrounded by a double steel cage,” adds the press release. MyGM also returns, allowing players to choose from a roster or create their own custom general manager to allocate budgets, sign free agents, and put on a good show.
Meanwhile, MyFaction mode has been extended to online play, allowing players to build their squad and compete for global dominance in Weekly Towers and Faction Wars modes. MyRise, aka the Career Mode, also makes a return, allowing you to chart an existing or custom Superstar’s rise to stardom, starting from their humble beginnings. And who can ever forget the hilarious Creation Suit where you could create, search and share your custom wrestlers for use in the game?
WWE 2K23 is coming March 17th for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X. Those who purchase the Deluxe and Icon Editions of WWE 2K23 will receive three-day early access starting March 14th.
