What Is The Best Wwe Video Game?
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We take a look at the best WWE video games of all time, from the early days of the NES to the latest releases on current generation consoles.
WWE 2K14
WWE 2K14 is a professional wrestling video game developed by Yuke’s & Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Microsoft Windows. It is the first game in the WWE 2K series.
Gameplay
WWE 2K14 is a professional wrestling video game developed by Yuke’s & Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Microsoft Windows. It is the first game in the WWE 2K series.
The core gameplay of WWE 2K14 has remained largely unchanged from that of previous WWE games; players compete in matches, either in one-on-one combat or in tag team matches, with the goal of either defeating their opponent(s) or completing a objective. New to WWE 2K14 is the “WWE Universe” mode; inspired by the “General Manager” mode seen in previous WWE games, WWE Universe sees players taking on the role of match booker, scheduling matches and feuds for future shows. The mode also allows players to create their own custom storylines.
Story mode
WWE 2K14’s story mode, WWE Universe, received positive reviews. Game Informer said it was “the best mode in the game”,[12] while IGN called it the “crown jewel” of WWE 2K14.[10] WWE Universe allows players to create weekly shows based on the real-life WWE programming schedule, such as Monday Night Raw, SmackDown, and Main Event. Players can also create their own custom pay-per-view events. The mode also simulates off-screen events that can affect wrestlers and rivalries, such as title changes and assaults backstage.
WWE 2K15
WWE 2K15 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports for the PlayStation 3 (PS3), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox 360, and Xbox One. It is the second game in the WWE 2K series, and the direct sequel to WWE 2K14. It was released on October 28, 2014 in North America and on October 31, 2014 in Europe, and features cover Superstar Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Gameplay
WWE 2K15 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports for the PlayStation 3 (PS3), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox 360, and Xbox One. It is the second game in the WWE 2K series, serving as the follow-up to WWE 2K14. It was released on October 28, 2014 in North America and on October 31, 2014 internationally for last generation consoles only. The PS4 and Xbox One versions were released on November 18, 2014 in North America and on November 21, 2014 internationally. The game was not released for Microsoft Windows platforms until April 28, 2015 in North America and on May 1st worldwide.
The MyCareer mode sees players create their own custom Superstar, which they will guide through their career in WWE. The mode features branching storylines based on player choices, similar to those featured inMass Effect and Telltale Games’ games. Players can also create their own Custom Entrances prior to matches by selecting wrestler’s walk to the ring animations or import their own songs using WWE 2K15’s entrance music system.
Story mode
The WWE 2K15 video game was developed by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It is the first game in the WWE 2K series, and was released on October 28, 2014, in North America and on October 31, 2014, in Europe for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One.
The game is based on the professional wrestling promotion WWE, and features wrestlers from both the Raw and SmackDown brands. The game’s cover features WWE Superstar John Cena.
The story mode in WWE 2K15 is based on the career of WWE Superstar Mike “The Miz” Mizanin. The mode sees players taking control of Mizanin as he starts out his career in Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), before being called up to the main roster of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The mode also features cutscenes with Mizanin’s wife Maryse Ouellet.
WWE 2K16
WWE 2K16 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One. It is the seventeenth game in the WWE game series (third under the WWE 2K banner), and is the follow-up to WWE 2K15.
Gameplay
WWE 2K16 is a professional wrestling video game developed by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports for the PlayStation 3 (PS3), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox 360, and Xbox One. It is the seventeenth game in the WWE Games series. It was released worldwide on October 27, 2015.
The gameplay of WWE 2K16 is fundamentally similar to that of its predecessors, being primarily a wrestling game with matches taking place in either a one-on-one contest or a tag team match. New to this instalment however is the inclusion of a ‘Promo Engine’, wherein players are able to cut pre-match and post-match promos as their customised superstar. There are six different areas that players can utilise the Promo Engine: trash talking an opponent, bragging about recent accomplishments, putting over one’s home town or country, issuing an open challenge to anyone on the roster, declaring war on a rival faction or stable, or proclaiming themselves as the best in WWE history.
Story mode
WWE 2K16’s story mode is one of the best in any wrestling game. You play as multiple wrestlers, each with their own motivations and journeys. The story is well written and engaging, and it really makes you feel like you’re part of the WWE Universe. The game also features some great cutscenes that further add to the experience. If you’re a fan of WWE or wrestling games in general, then you’ll definitely want to check out WWE 2K16’s story mode.
WWE 2K17
WWE 2K17 is a professional wrestling video game developed by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and is published by 2K Sports. It is the eighteenth game in the WWE game series (fourth under the WWE 2K banner), and was released worldwide on October 11, 2016 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, all-in-one game and entertainment system, and Android.
Gameplay
WWE 2K17 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It is the eighteenth game in the WWE game series (fourth under the WWE 2K banner), a sequel to WWE 2K16, and succeeded by WWE 2K18. It was released worldwide on October 11, 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One.
Bad News Barrett, Booker T, Bruno Sammartino, Eddie Guerrero, Finn Bálor, Hulk Hogan, The Rock and Ultimate Warrior are among the first group of playable legends which was revealed on July 5th 2016. A second group which includes Goldberg, British Bulldog and Bret Hart was revealed on August 2nd 2016. On September 6th 2016 it was announced that Austin Aries would be appearing as a Pre-Order bonus character alongside Kurt Angle as another Pre-Order bonus character that was announced at Gamescom 2016
Story mode
One of the best things about WWE 2K17 is the story mode. Unlike previous WWE games, this one actually has a good story. You play as either a heel or a babyface, depending on the choices you make. The story is long and engaging, and it’s something that you can actually sink your teeth into. The voice acting is also top-notch, with some of the best performances coming from Triple H and Brock Lesnar. If you’re a fan of WWE, then you owe it to yourself to check out WWE 2K17’s story mode.
WWE 2K18
WWE 2K18 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts and published by 2K Sports. It is based on the professional wrestling promotion WWE, and the eighteenth game in the WWE 2K series.
Gameplay
WWE 2K18 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It is the nineteenth installment in the WWE game series (fifth under the WWE 2K banner), and a follow-up to WWE 2K17. It was released worldwide on October 17, 2017 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
The game’s predecessor, WWE 2K17, was released in 2016. WWE 2K18 is considered to be one of the best wrestling games ever made due to its incredibly realistic graphics and gameplay.
Story mode
WWE 2K18 is a professional wrestling video game developed in a collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It is the nineteenth installment in the WWE game series (fifth under the WWE 2K banner), and a follow-up to WWE 2K17. It was released worldwide on October 17, 2017 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One and Xbox 360. A Nintendo Switch version was released worldwide on December 6, 2017.
The game’s predecessor, WWE 2K17, was released on October 11, 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One and Xbox 360. The Nintendo Switch version of WWE 2K17 was released on December 6, 2017.
WWE 2K18 is the first game in the series to be solely developed by Visual Concepts; all previous games were developed by Yuke’s in collaboration with Visual Concepts.
WWE 2K19
WWE 2K19 is a professional wrestling video game developed in collaboration between Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It is the twentieth game made in the WWE game series (sixth under the WWE 2K banner), and is the follow-up to WWE 2K18. It was released worldwide on October 9, 2018 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Gameplay
WWE 2K19 is a professional wrestling video game developed in collaboration by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, and published by 2K Sports. It was released worldwide on October 9, 2018 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. It is the twentieth game made in the WWE game series (fifth under the WWE 2K banner), and the successor to WWE 2K18.
The gameplay of WWE 2K19 is based on that of previous WWE games, with some key departures. One such change is the introduction of a new animations system called “Custom Motion Engine” which allows players to produce their own fluid wrestling animations. The game also introduces a new multiplier system which allows players to amass titles, had difficulty playing on lower settings without stuttering issues as well as crashing occasionally.
Story mode
The story mode in WWE 2k19 is very similar to that of the previous game. You play as a character who is trying to make it to the WWE. The story is told through a series of matches, interviews, and cutscenes. There are a total of six different stories that you can play through, each with their own unique ending. This mode can be played offline or online with up to three other people.