{"id":699,"date":"2025-03-06T19:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T20:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/?p=699"},"modified":"2025-03-10T13:21:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T13:21:41","slug":"how-wwe-2k25s-island-is-breathing-new-life-into-wrestling-video-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/06\/how-wwe-2k25s-island-is-breathing-new-life-into-wrestling-video-games\/","title":{"rendered":"How WWE 2K25\u2019s Island is Breathing New Life into Wrestling Video Games"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"single-207255\" class=\"mssrc-features font--sans has-light-theme has--branding\" data-clarity-region=\"article\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<header class=\"xwsrc-block-post-header is-style-fifty-fifty has-high-density has-text-align-left\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"post-header__content has-text-align-left\">\n<ul class=\"post-tags__list\">\n<li class=\"post-tags__item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/\" class=\"kicker post__meta--category\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Category: <\/span>Games<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/03\/\" class=\"kicker\">March 6, 2025<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"h2\">How WWE 2K25\u2019s Island is Breathing New Life into Wrestling Video Games<\/h1>\n<div class=\"post-header__author post-header__author--line\">\n<div class=\"post-header__author__bylines\">\n<ul class=\"post-header__author__list\">\n<li class=\"post-header__author__list__item\"><span class=\"post-header__author__name\">Malik Prince, Xbox Communications Manager<\/span><span class=\"post-header__author__position d--block\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50\">\n<div class=\"post-header__image\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2025\/03\/06\/wwe-2k25-the-island\/\" class=\"featured-image size-large default\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-9-b19b08df93fa836963ab.jpg\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"post__content\">\n<section class=\"xwsrc-block-content-block\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column flex-basis-50 push--25 column--content\">\n<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-xbox-summary\">\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-standard-edition\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\/0017\">WWE 2K25<\/a><\/strong><\/em>\u2019s The Island is a first of its kind, free-roam experience for the series.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>On the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/podcast\/wwe-2k25-deep-dive-with-superstars-amp-devs-official-xbox-podcast\">latest episode of the Official Xbox Podcast<\/a>, Creative Director Lynell Jinks explained how this new feature came about.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-standard-edition\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\/0017\">WWE 2K25<\/a><\/em><\/strong> launches early access on March 7 with the <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-deadman-edition\/9P2L883N9R95\/0017\">Deadman Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em>T<a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-the-bloodline-edition\/9P6J7S8JRH2Z\/0017\">he Bloodline Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. Players around the world can jump in on release day, March 14.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>For decades, video games and WWE have formed an undeniable bond. Beyond being the most painless and advisable way to live out your dreams of becoming a WWE Superstar, the two have also shared a similarly passionate fan base. From the greatest wrestling game of all time (my opinion), <em>No Mercy<\/em> on Nintendo 64, to the iconic <em>SmackDown<\/em> series, developers around the world have repeatedly returned to recreate the magic of the squared circle. And now, the WWE 2K series walks down the ramp once again with <em>WWE 2K25,<\/em> launching with the <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-deadman-edition\/9P2L883N9R95\/0017\">Deadman Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-the-bloodline-edition\/9P6J7S8JRH2Z\/0017\"><strong><em>The<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>Bloodline Edition <\/em><\/strong><\/a>on March 7, and the <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-standard-edition\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\/0017\">WWE 2K25 Standard Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong> on March 14. \u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"WWE 2K25 Deep Dive With Superstars &amp; Devs | Official Xbox Podcast\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8NHzibMSj_Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The folks over at 2K Games and Visual Concepts have the massive task of bringing players something fresh every year. And to be sure, with the all-new Showcase featuring The Bloodline\u2019s Dynasty, intergender matches, over 300 playable characters, improvements to fan-favorite modes like MyGM mode and so much more, they\u2019re doing just that.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But the team wanted more. A mode that would require them to step out of their comfort zone (and the ring). Enter\u2026 The Island, a first-of-its-kind feature to let WWE 2K players rule beyond the ring. This brand-new online mode available on Xbox Series X|S allows you to enjoy a free-roam, WWE-inspired experience that can include up to 50 players at a time on Xbox Series X|S. To see this new feature in action, I was invited to WWE 2K25 Creator Fest, an annual event for creators and community, and spoke with some of the team behind the creation of The Island.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Fans of the WWE 2K series\u2019 sibling franchise, NBA 2K, may recognize the concept from \u201cThe City,\u201d but on the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/podcast\/wwe-2k25-deep-dive-with-superstars-amp-devs-official-xbox-podcast\">latest episode of the Official Xbox Podcast<\/a>, Lynell Jinks, Creative Director of WWE 2K25, explained how it was really a starting point from which to build \u2013 but also touched on the creative dilemma this raised.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207271 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-3-32fe23576e0ec70f5244.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s trying to figure out how the hell we not only develop a game that people are extremely passionate about, and support all the modes that they\u2019re accustomed to \u2014 and add new match types and new stories \u2014 but build an online environment with 49 of your other closest friends on [a] server [to] play matches, go through the story and progression, and unlock cool things,\u201d Jinks says.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Upon starting The Island you\u2019re presented with a backstage report from WWE announcer Cathy Kelley that fans have been left reeling from an announcement made by Roman Reigns earlier in the day. Cut to the Original Tribal Chief (OTC) himself, with The Wiseman Paul Heyman ever by his side, announcing that there\u2019s a vacancy on The Island of Relevancy, a name fit for the ever-present struggle of a WWE Superstar. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Heyman then goes on to drive home the true motivation for you as the player \u2014 a competition like no other will soon take place. You will be thrust on to The Island and the winner will be granted a WWE contract and, of course, the respect of your OTC. And in that moment, I truly couldn\u2019t help but wonder which prize was more valuable \u2014 the prospect of a life-changing WWE contract, and its seeming equivalence to gaining reverence from Roman. This entire segment felt so much like it was pulled straight from an episode of \u201cMonday Night Raw,\u201d which contributed to giving the mode the proper motivation and the necessary weight.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207272 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-5-baeb5c4eb11e1828e35d.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>The experience starts with crafting your MySuperstar. WWE fans know that it takes more than executing fancy moves to make a name for yourself \u2013 it\u2019s about the whole package, including your presentation. The greatest WWE Superstars all have notable levels of flair and aura. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s at this point that The Island almost becomes a role-playing game to me. You truly build your MySuperstar from the ground up, selecting options and moving sliders across several different categories including gender, background, archetype, body type, weight class and more. My build is a high-flying, heavyweight, social media influencer who specializes in speed named Malik Millions. With 49 other players joining you in this space, I felt that MySuperstar specs and background would not only look the part and turn heads, but be respected as I roamed across the mode\u2019s districts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And then you\u2019re off, free to explore The Island. If you\u2019ve ever been to WWE World at WrestleMania, think of The Island as the virtual representation of that but taken to a whole new level. In addition to other players, you\u2019ll see NPC members of the WWE Universe roaming around, branded shops like Nike for you to drip-out your Superstars, pop-up shops that play on the various gimmicks of other WWE Superstars and much more. At the center of this opening location is a towering reminder of why you\u2019re competing on The Island of Relevancy \u2014 a looming golden statue of OTC Roman Reigns towers over the hub as if almost to remind you that he\u2019s always watching. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207276 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-Statue-513260cf0e93e27a6a95.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>The locations of The Island are just as flashy as the players who roam it. Taking place across four distinct, themed districts from the neon-lit Arcade of Tomorrow to the Undertaker-inspired Deadlands. Each location brings with it unique vibes and challenges for players to explore. My time at the event was limited so I didn\u2019t get to dive into each district as deeply as I wanted, so you can bet exploring each will be near the top of my to-do list when the game releases. From a quick glance, they\u2019ll of course be welcoming players who don\u2019t keep up with WWE programming, but members of the WWE Universe will get the most out of it.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201c[We\u2019re] trying to focus on making sure that people are having fun with their friends in this online world where it\u2019s just WWE pop culture, right? There\u2019s so much fanfare in there. You\u2019re just like, \u2018oh, look at that Easter egg,\u2019\u201d says Jinks.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And as with any great rivalry in WWE, all roads lead back to the ring. You\u2019ll compete in arenas themed after the district they\u2019re located in and come with pre-defined match types. In Arcade of Tomorrow, an Extreme Rules match was presented where you\u2019re tasked with winning by any means necessary. Once selected, you\u2019re put into matchmaking to take on another real-life player\u2019s MySuperstar.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207280 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-2-058588a15f0e540aa908.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>Themed arenas aside, it\u2019s once I stepped in the ring for a match that it became apparent that that\u2019s where years of constant innovation and refinement pays off with <em>WWE 2K25<\/em>. From the moment I locked-up against my opponent, I was hit with new and returning aspects of gameplay.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>My favorite by far was chain wrestling, a visual ballet-esque dance between competitors that has become a staple of early match strategy in WWE bouts. You and your opponent compete across a series of controller inputs that require you to outwit your rival. You use the left stick to select one of a few different maneuvers and then compete against your opponent to fill up a circular meter that allows you to either execute that move or counter.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Attacks turn into submission holds, which then get reversed and allow you to re-take control. It felt like the most rewarding game of rock-paper-scissors (that also happened to allow you to inflict pain on your opponent and showcase a high level of in-ring technique). Seeing MySuperstar use a cartwheel to get out of an arm wrench and seamlessly enter a hold of his own and knowing I was in control as the player the whole seemingly provided a new dimension of agency. \u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207278 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-Hero-HQ-4-30dedc2da8172cef5e52.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>As you progress through each match, you can continue to take your opponent to school in the way you see fit or fulfill in-match objectives that will increase the score of your match which is graded on a 5-star system. Whether it\u2019s on The Island or just in exhibition matches, the gameplay feels as polished as it\u2019s ever felt in any wrestling game I\u2019ve played in my 25 years of playing, dating back to WrestleMania 2000.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Every emotional up and down can be experienced in one of these matches. From a triumphant comeback to a classic David vs Goliath upset, to the build up to a sick announcer table spot. When you see tiny details like a wrestler using the ropes to drag themselves off the mat to their feet, it\u2019s one of countless reminders of why I love the art form of professional wrestling and why <em>WWE 2K25<\/em> simply gets the storytelling right. Perfectly leaning on its simulation roots but allowing you to be as wild as you want to be within those bounds.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Another result of The Island\u2019s inclusion in the game is that, for the first time in WWE 2K franchise history, intergender matches are allowed. I played a match in which Rhea Ripley took on her ex-lover Dominik Mysterio and got all the payback she\u2019s been due \u2013 a storyline that historically wouldn\u2019t have been possible in previous games. Even small details such as the commentary adjusting were accounted for.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-207277 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beyoutifybymeia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/The-Island-57d973e4d5d34e94e002.jpg\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Enlarge image: WWE 2K25 - The Island Screenshot\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<p>For years the WWE 2K games have added modes and matchups to sweeten the offerings but it\u2019s hard not to walk away from this event and my time with The Island feeling like this is one of the most impactful additions in a long time, if not ever. The team continually communicated the influence that this mode had on their development cycle. It\u2019s not just adding a mode. It\u2019s the time it takes to build each space, the insistence to build out the infrastructure for a stable open-roam space, the dedication to study WWE history for the hardcore fans, the level of dedication to the scripting within the mode and fleshing out the personalization and customization. It\u2019s ensuring all these pieces come together to accomplish the goal of \u201cfun\u201d that the team was laser-focused on.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>All of that barely scratches the surface of the time you\u2019ll spend on The Island. As I was playing, it truly dawned on me that the yearly task of building a game that can live up to the expectations of WWE video game fans is a daunting yet rewarding one. However, Producer of WWE 2K25, Bryan Williams best stated what continues to drive the team. The answer is a relentlessly passionate group of developers: \u201cThis is the best group of people that I\u2019ve worked with\u2026and I\u2019ve been doing this for almost 20 years.\u201d \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Island is merely one of the many experiences you can expect when <em>WWE 2K25 <\/em>launches in early access on March 7 with the<strong><em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-deadman-edition\/9P2L883N9R95\/0017\">Deadman Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-the-bloodline-edition\/9P6J7S8JRH2Z\/0017\">The Bloodline Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, then March 14 for <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/wwe-2k25-standard-edition\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\/0017\">WWE 2K25 Standard Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. Players who purchase the Deadman Edition on Xbox Series X|S will walk away with something even more special from the team at Visual Concepts: a dynamic background featuring The Undertaker.\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<div id=\"msp1741292781399\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9P6J7S8JRH2Z\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P6J7S8JRH2Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.55838.14619255063202874.3d7b7497-53f9-4fe6-8625-e3a65b819934.be490b47-7cb9-455a-9f03-a71d190a07dc?w=400&amp;h=600\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>2K<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">274<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 51px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>$129.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P6J7S8JRH2Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tPre-order* WWE 2K25 The Bloodline Edition for up to 7-day Early Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition (digital) while you wait!<\/p>\n<p>The Bloodline Edition includes:<br \/>\n\u2022The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite Collection Greatest Hits Roman Reigns<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite Series 114 Jey Uso<br \/>\n-The Island Cosmetics (Xbox Series X|S only): Family Above All Hoodie, OTC Shirt, Yeet Tank Top + Sunglasses<br \/>\n\u2022WrestleMania 41 Pack (Available Summer 2025)**<br \/>\n-WrestleMania 41 Arena<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: New playable Superstar (TBA)<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: WrestleMania Main Event #1 (TBA)<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: WrestleMania Main Event #2 (TBA)<br \/>\n\u2022The Rock Nation of Domination Pack<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: The Rock (Nation of Domination) (not available for individual purchase)<br \/>\n\u2022Ringside Pass<br \/>\n-Season Pass<br \/>\n   -5 post-launch DLC Character Packs<br \/>\n   -SuperCharger<br \/>\n-Superstar Mega-Boost<br \/>\n   -MyRISE Boost<br \/>\n   -100K VC<br \/>\n\u2022Deadman Edition Bonus Pack<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: Undertaker \u201890<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite \u201cGreatest Hits\u201d Undertaker**<br \/>\n-Usable Urn**<br \/>\n-Brother Love Manager<br \/>\n-The Island Cosmetic (Xbox Series X|S only): Undertaker \u201895 Mask<br \/>\n\u2022Wyatt Sicks Pack<br \/>\n-MyFACTION Persona Cards: Uncle Howdy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, Erick Rowan<br \/>\n-The Island Cosmetics (Xbox Series X|S only):<br \/>\n   -Uncle Howdy Mask<br \/>\n   -Nikki Cross Mask<br \/>\n\u202215,000 VC<\/p>\n<p>RULE BEYOND THE RING<br \/>\nIn a franchise first, step outside the ropes and onto The Island for Xbox Series X|S\u2014an immersive WWE-themed world with epic arenas, challenges, and live events. Fight to join the Bloodline with \u201cThe Original Tribal Chief\u201d Roman Reigns, as you upgrade and customize your MySUPERSTAR.<\/p>\n<p>2K SHOWCASE: THE BLOODLINE&#8217;S DYNASTY<br \/>\nThe all-new Showcase, hosted by \u201cThe Wiseman\u201d Paul Heyman, celebrates one of the most historic family dynasties in wrestling. Relive legendary showdowns or dream matches between The Bloodline and WWE Superstars and Legends.<\/p>\n<p>EXPANDED GAMEPLAY<br \/>\nIntergender wrestling makes its long-awaited debut in the WWE 2K franchise! Chain wrestling makes a return, plus Underground and Bloodline Rules match types, barricade diving and more.<\/p>\n<p>MyGM GOES WORLDWIDE<br \/>\nTake your show on the road with MyGM 4-player online multiplayer! Draft WWE Superstars and Legends to your show\u2019s roster and lead your brand through multi-week seasons. <\/p>\n<p>YOUR UNIVERSE, YOUR WAY<br \/>\nNew upgrades give greater control over your Universe experience. Promos are back with multiple types and outcomes featuring new cutscenes and branching choices. <\/p>\n<p>A UNIFIED MyRISE<br \/>\nYour Superstar takes center stage in an all-new intergender storyline with new brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters, objects + more.<\/p>\n<p>A ROSTER FOR THE AGES<br \/>\nWWE 2K25 brings you an unparalleled lineup of current Superstars, Legends and Hall of Famers. The 300+ stacked roster spans multiple generations and features Seth &#8220;Freakin&#8221; Rollins, Undertaker, &#8220;The American Nightmare&#8221; Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Jade Cargill, and more.<\/p>\n<p>*Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital copy of WWE 2K24 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.<\/p>\n<p>**Exact release date of the WrestleMania 41 Pack content, Mattel Greatest Hits Undertaker and Usable Urn to be announced post-launch and subject to change.<\/p>\n<p>Certain features of the game, including online multiplayer, communication and other online features, may not be accessible by child accounts. A child means players under the age of 13, unless local laws specify differently.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<div id=\"msp1741292781399\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9P2L883N9R95\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P2L883N9R95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.35148.14560120236276576.7ab131bf-0a55-4b31-8eff-d88984638477.616da647-e198-44f4-a6e0-7a8cae62bf1f?w=400&amp;h=600\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>2K<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">229<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 49.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>$99.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P2L883N9R95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tPre-order* WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition for up to 7-day Early Access and WWE 2K24 Standard Edition (digital) while you wait!<\/p>\n<p>Deadman Edition includes:<br \/>\n\u2022Deadman Bonus Pack<br \/>\n -MyFACTION Persona Card: Undertaker \u201890<br \/>\n -MyFACTION Persona Card: Mattel Elite \u201cGreatest Hits\u201d Undertaker**<br \/>\n -Usable Urn**<br \/>\n -Brother Love Manager<br \/>\n -The Island Cosmetic (Xbox Series X|S only):<br \/>\n   Undertaker \u201895 Mask<br \/>\n\u2022Season Pass<br \/>\n -5 post-launch DLC Character Packs<br \/>\n -SuperCharger<br \/>\n\u2022Wyatt Sicks Pack<br \/>\n -MyFACTION Persona Cards for:<br \/>\n   Uncle Howdy<br \/>\n   Dexter Lumis<br \/>\n   Nikki Cross<br \/>\n   Joe Gacy<br \/>\n   Erick Rowan<br \/>\n -The Island Cosmetics (Xbox Series X|S only):<br \/>\n   Uncle Howdy Mask<br \/>\n   Nikki Cross Mask<br \/>\n\u202215,000 VC<\/p>\n<p>RULE BEYOND THE RING<br \/>\nIn a franchise first, step outside the ropes and onto The Island for Xbox Series X|S\u2014an immersive WWE-themed world with epic arenas, challenges, and live events. Fight to join the Bloodline with \u201cThe Original Tribal Chief\u201d Roman Reigns, as you upgrade and customize your MySUPERSTAR.<\/p>\n<p>2K SHOWCASE: THE BLOODLINE&#8217;S DYNASTY<br \/>\nThe all-new Showcase, hosted by \u201cThe Wiseman\u201d Paul Heyman, celebrates one of the most historic family dynasties in wrestling. Relive legendary showdowns or dream matches between The Bloodline and WWE Superstars and Legends.<\/p>\n<p>EXPANDED GAMEPLAY<br \/>\nIntergender wrestling makes its long-awaited debut in WWE 2K! Chain wrestling makes a return, plus Underground and Bloodline Rules match types, barricade diving and more.<\/p>\n<p>MyGM GOES WORLDWIDE<br \/>\nTake your show on the road with MyGM, now featuring online multiplayer! Draft WWE Superstars and Legends to your show\u2019s roster and lead your brand through multi-week seasons.<\/p>\n<p>YOUR UNIVERSE, YOUR WAY<br \/>\nWWE 2K\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n<p>A UNIFIED MyRISE<br \/>\nYour Superstar takes center stage in an intergender storyline, infiltrating NXT to fight for dominance over the entire WWE Universe. Includes new brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters, and new storylines involving Bayley, Kevin Owens, Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, and other Superstars.<\/p>\n<p>A ROSTER FOR THE AGES<br \/>\nWWE 2K25 brings you an unparalleled lineup of current Superstars, Legends and Hall of Famers. The 300+ stacked roster spans multiple generations and features Seth &#8220;Freakin&#8221; Rollins, Undertaker, &#8220;The American Nightmare&#8221; Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Jade Cargill, and more.<\/p>\n<p>*Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital copy of WWE 2K24 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.<\/p>\n<p>**Exact release date of the Mattel Elite Collection Greatest Hits Undertaker and Usable Urn to be announced post-launch and subject to change.<\/p>\n<p>Certain features of the game, including online multiplayer, communication and other online features, may not be accessible by child accounts. A child means players under the age of 13, unless local laws specify differently.<\/p>\n<p>Purchase grants a license to the digital product subject to the Terms of Service (\u201cToS\u201d) and Privacy Policy in game and at www.take2games.com\/legal and www.take2games.com\/privacy.  Access to special\/bonus\/online features, content, services, or functions (\u201cSpecial Features\u201d), may require single-use serial code, additional fee, and\/or online account registration (minimum age varies). Special Features may require internet connection, may not be available to all users or at all times, and may be terminated, modified, or offered under different terms in accordance with the ToS. See https:\/\/bit.ly\/2K-Online-Services-Status for availability of certain Special Features. Violation of the ToS may result in restriction or termination of access to game or online account.\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<div id=\"msp1741292781399\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9P6NQMP5LXD6\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"WWE 2K25 Standard Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.50736.14616135385230041.b55fc346-a8b7-4db0-bd2c-cb7a4330b6a5.a9b4fa31-2144-4ed6-9b83-53e1bfd325fc?w=400&amp;h=600\"><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>WWE 2K25 Standard Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>2K<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">435<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 61.5px\">\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\">\n\t\t\t\t<span>$69.99<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\">\n\t<a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9P6NQMP5LXD6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pre-order<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\">\n\t\tPre-order now to get the Wyatt Sicks Pack.* Plus you\u2019ll receive WWE 2K24 Standard Edition (digital) to play while you wait!**<\/p>\n<p>Wyatt Sicks Pack includes:<br \/>\n\u2022MyFACTION Persona Cards for:<br \/>\n -Uncle Howdy<br \/>\n -Dexter Lumis<br \/>\n -Nikki Cross<br \/>\n -Joe Gacy<br \/>\n -Erick Rowan<br \/>\n\u2022The Island Cosmetics (Xbox Series X|S Only):<br \/>\n -Uncle Howdy Mask<br \/>\n -Nikki Cross Mask<\/p>\n<p>RULE BEYOND THE RING<br \/>\nIn a franchise first, step outside the ropes and onto The Island for Xbox Series X|S\u2014an immersive, WWE-themed world filled with epic arenas, challenges, and live events. Fight to join the Bloodline with \u201cThe Original Tribal Chief\u201d Roman Reigns, as you upgrade and customize your MySUPERSTAR through multiple storyline chapters.<\/p>\n<p>2K SHOWCASE: THE BLOODLINE&#8217;S DYNASTY<br \/>\nThe all-new Showcase, hosted by \u201cThe Wiseman\u201d Paul Heyman, celebrates one of the most historic family dynasties in wrestling. Relive legendary showdowns or dream matches between The Bloodline and WWE Superstars and Legends.<\/p>\n<p>EXPANDED GAMEPLAY<br \/>\nIntergender wrestling makes its long-awaited debut in the WWE 2K franchise! Additional features include the return of chain wrestling, Underground and Bloodline Rules match types, barricade diving, and more. <\/p>\n<p>MyGM GOES WORLDWIDE<br \/>\nTake your show on the road with MyGM, now featuring online multiplayer. Draft WWE Superstars and Legends to your show\u2019s roster and lead your brand through multi-week seasons. <\/p>\n<p>YOUR UNIVERSE, YOUR WAY<br \/>\nNew upgrades give greater control over your Universe experience featuring commentary-driven promos with new cutscenes, branching choices, and multiple outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>A UNIFIED MyRISE<br \/>\nTake control of your Superstar from the women\u2019s or men\u2019s divisions 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 universe. Featuring new brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters, and more\u2014plus new ally storylines involving Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, and other WWE Superstars.<\/p>\n<p>A ROSTER FOR THE AGES<br \/>\nWWE 2K25 brings you an unparalleled lineup of current Superstars, Legends and Hall of Famers. The 300+ stacked roster spans multiple generations and features Seth &#8220;Freakin&#8221; Rollins, Undertaker, &#8220;The American Nightmare&#8221; Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Jade Cargill, and more.<\/p>\n<p>*Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Uncle Howdy Mask cosmetic and Nikki Cross Mask cosmetic included for Xbox Series X|S version of WWE 2K25 only. Items will be automatically entitled in-game. The Wyatt Sicks Pack is included with Deadman and The Bloodline Editions. Terms apply.<\/p>\n<p>**Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2025. Digital copy of WWE 2K24 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. 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