Review

WWE 2K23

Are you ready to relive John Cena’s journey to becoming a global superstar?

This year’s star in WWE 2K23 is none other than John Cena! You’ll get to play his career, relive his success story, and perform his iconic “You Can’t See Me” finisher as much as you want!

With new modes, improved graphics, and enhanced gameplay, WWE 2K23 is the best wrestling game to date.

Available now on all platforms!

Gamers often compare WWE games to FIFA: same gameplay with updated rosters, some graphic tweaks, and a full-price tag each year. But WWE games have historically faced more issues, including bugs, licensing problems, and inconsistent quality between yearly releases.

This year, WWE 2K23 stands out as one of the best in recent years, building on the success of last year’s edition. Featuring improved gameplay, rich content, and iconic wrestler John Cena as the showcase star, it’s time to dive deeper into what makes this game special.

Game Modes: Mostly the Same with Small Updates

All the modes from last year’s game are back, including:

– **Universe Mode**: Play random matches with your favorite wrestlers.

– **MyGM Mode**: Manage wrestlers, compete with rival brands, and focus on financial and strategic success.

– **MyRise Mode**: Create a custom wrestler and follow their unique career story. You can now import characters from previous games, with better customization options and realistic controls.

Classic modes like regular matches, RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and more are still available, along with online modes for quick matches or playing with friends. Note: Cross-play is not supported.

Brand-New Mode: War Games

The major new addition in WWE 2K23 is **War Games**, a mode featuring 6 or 8 players (3v3 or 4v4) across two rings surrounded by a steel cage, with all weapons allowed from the start.

While simple in concept, War Games adds excitement and chaos, making it a refreshing change from traditional matches.

Relive John Cena’s Career in Showcase Mode!

Showcase Mode highlights John Cena’s most iconic losses, with players taking on the role of his opponents. Through cinematic storytelling, players relive memorable moments like Cena’s matches against The Rock, Undertaker, and Roman Reigns.

Each match includes authentic arenas, commentary, and crowd atmospheres, making it nostalgic for long-time fans.

Gameplay: Slight Improvements

The core gameplay remains similar to WWE 2K22, with minor improvements such as better counter mechanics and smoother animations.

A new kick-out mechanic allows players to flick the analog stick instead of pressing buttons, adding a fresh dynamic to matches.

Technical Performance

The game performs decently on consoles and PC, with occasional crashes reported on PC. Developers are working on fixes via updates.

Final Verdict

WWE 2K23 builds on last year’s success, offering rich content, improved graphics, and John Cena’s iconic career in Showcase Mode. While gameplay hasn’t changed much, this is the best WWE 2K game to date for wrestling fans.

Final Rating: 8/10