Visual Concepts have confirmed the release date for the much-awaited WWE 2K23 along with releasing the official trailer, new features, the cover, pre-order and price
Wrestling games are a popular gaming genre and currently, the WWE 2K dominates that sphere.
WWE 2K23 release date, cover star, pre-order price, icon edition, new features list
WWE 2K23 release date officially announced, John Cena revealed as cover star https://t.co/IhP6f8lvUK #WWE pic.twitter.com/6VcKIDGrDk
— Wrestling News (@WrestlingNewsCo) January 23, 2023
Visual Concepts are the developers behind WWE2K while 2K Sports will publish it. WWE2K23 is the twenty-third instalment of the video game series, which is based on WWE. It is the also tenth edition under the WWE 2K banner.
WWE 2K23 release date
The official release date for WWE 2K23 has been confirmed as March 17, 2023. However, interested players can gain the early access mode by March 14, 2023.
Pre-Order and price
Fans can pre-order the WWE 2K23 right now via the official WWE 2K23 website.
You can pre-order the Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition at GAME and on Amazon.
The Icon Edition comes three days’ early access and more. The Ruthless Aggression pack is included here which grants you throwback John Cena, Randy Orton, Batista, and Brock Lesnar and it also includes the Wrestlemania 22 arena and the John Cena Legacy Championship.
You can pre-order the Icon Edition of the game digitally only through the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam.
Trailer
Ahead of the official release, the developers have released a short trailer for the soon-to-be-released game on YouTube. The trailer showcases some of the major wrestling stars in the game including wrestling icon John Cena, and Logan Paul, the YouTube star WWE wrestler. The trailer also features American artist Bad Bunny.Although the trailer is well made, it doesn’t show much gameplay.
New Features
Given below are some of the confirmed new features of the game as shown on the official WWE 2K23 website:
Wargames
Wargames is an action-packed fan-favourite mode, which will make its debut in WWE 2K23. The game mode will feature 3v3 and 4v4 multiplayer matches inside two side-by-side rings, which are further surrounded by a double-steel cage.
Showcase
Showcase is an interactive sports documentary mode where John Cena himself narrates. It covers all of John Cena’s key moments and toughest opponents throughout his 20-year WWE career. Interestingly, for the first time in the franchise, players can also take on the role of each marquee opponent.
Universe
This mode enables players to take charge of WWE, from Superstar rosters, feuds, champions, weekly shows, and Premium Live Events.
MyFACTION
MyFACTION mode will feature a collection of cards to collect and upgrade to build the ultimate faction of superstars. This new mode features an online multiplayer mode where players can take their faction online and compete against other players.
MyRISE
MyRise is a new feature where players get to shape their career as a WWE Superstar. Players get to make their own decisions for the players and features distinct storylines – The Lock and The Legacy.
MyGM
In the MyGM mode, players take control of the weekly show and go against rival general managers for brand supremacy. The new version will feature more GMs, additional show options, multiple seasons, expanded match cards, and a list of more match types for up to four players.
Cover
Unsurprisingly, the cover for WWE 2K23 will feature none other than WWE superstar John Cena.