WWE 2K22? What is it all about? It’s an upcoming professional wrestling video game developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports. It is the 26th game in the WWE game series and the ninth game under the WWE 2K banner.
Furthermore, the game will be released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
However, it was officially announced through a teaser trailer that aired before the main event of WrestleMania 37. This announcement came nearly a year after 2K Sports canceled an expected WWE 2K21, which makes it the follow-up to WWE 2K20
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After the last game received negative reception from critics and fans, Patrick Gilmore (WWE 2K franchise executive producer) promised the title will rely more on the quality of the game. However, 2K gave fans a new trailer, new looks at superstars, the official cover, and some details about the Rey Mysterio 2K Showcase mode. And with all of that in mind, there is plenty of reason to get excited that 2K22 will deliver the goods. The features are indeed outstanding and great. Get the details below.
WWE 2k22 Features
The sections below are some of the features the new game will likely come with.
Deluxe Edition
The Deluxe Edition will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S in both physical and digital formats, and on PC in digital format. The Edition includes
- The Standard Edition plus the Undertaker Immortal Pack
- A Season Pass to all five post-launch DLC content packs
- The rise Mega-Boost and SuperCharger packs
- Limited edition WWE SuperCard content** (included in-box for physical copies only)
New and Improved Graphics
In the trailer, you will notice the improved graphics. Some of the superstars in WWE 2K20 looked great (while others looked not so great). The 2k22 characters are looking far better than even the best-looking characters in WWE 2K20.
My GM Mode
Many have been requesting this very feature starting from the past editions. The previous games had Universe Mode, which let you set up nightly matches and build your roster, but can’t be compared with a true GM Mode.
So, WWE 2K22 is coming with a full GM Mode right off the bat, this allows fans to take part in a yearly tradition in WWE.
My Faction Mode
Most world wrestling Entertainment fans love to play armchair booker when it comes to their favorite promotion. And they’ll be able to do some of that in the My GM and Universe Mode. However, 2K is also introducing a new way to book some dream matches with their MyFaction mode, which is a franchise first.
This feature (MyFaction mode) lets you build your own legendary faction, bringing together your dream lineup of superstars and then managing and upgrading them along the way through weekly events and updates.
Limited VC
This feature (VC) will be featured in the new MyFaction mode only. And any item that one can buy with VC will also be available to unlock through gameplay. According to the designers, the VC will offer no competitive advantage and will not lead to a pay-to-win situation.
WWE 2k22 Trailer
As of August 21, 2021, during SummerSlam, a second teaser trailer was shown, giving a release date of March 2022. Then, in November 2021, 45 characters have been confirmed for the game.
However, in the trailer, it was revealed that GM Mode (now known as ‘MyGM’) would be making a return for the first time in fourteen years. Since SmackDown vs. Raw 2008, the game would feature redesigned gameplay controls.
The majority anticipate seeing more actual match gameplay, though the newest trailer did give more footage in that regard. Lots of fans are curious, especially after WWE launched so many wrestlers that were undoubtedly going to be featured in the game last year.