WWE 2K16

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 273 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 53 out of 273
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  1. hector_bcn98
    Nov 11, 2022
    8
    Buena experiencia next gen de la clásica saga de wrestling, que ya iba pidiendo un cambio revolucionario en muchos aspectos...
  2. Ardho
    Aug 30, 2021
    8
    Wwe game after Pain ps2, love the graphics and gameplay, especially the story mode about stone cold, my favorite character in wwe since childhood
  3. deycd
    Aug 22, 2021
    8
    Este juego desmiente el mito de las fechas de caducidad en los juegos que terminan en un año. Puedes customizar el escenario, los personajes, elejir muchos modos, tiene muchos luchadores, la jugabilidad está muy bien pulida. Los gráficos no son tan buenos, pero no creo que te vaya a molestar. Los temas de entrada también son geniales.
  4. Mirayaanali1234
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
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  5. Crimson43
    Aug 12, 2019
    10
    Massive Step up from WWE2K15 and Austin 3:16 Showcase Mode is amazing definitely my favorite WWE2k game
  6. BatmanDude
    May 31, 2017
    8
    This game is a really fun wrestling game, it has an enormous roster (despite the the missing 4 horsewoman), lots of arenas, fun universe mode, a good Stone Cold Steve Austin Showcase mode and you can beat Roman Reigns ass using Lesnar all the time, that's why this deserves a 8/10.
  7. Hemp316
    Mar 10, 2017
    8
    I must first say that this edition of the 2K series is A vast improvement over 2K15 by leaps and bounds in many ways.The amount of new content especially with the creation parts are very well done.I loved how the 2K presentation showcase featured A very interesting and well structured 'campaign' of Stone Cold Steve Austin.By far the most engrossing Wrestler since Shawn Micheals's ShowcaseI must first say that this edition of the 2K series is A vast improvement over 2K15 by leaps and bounds in many ways.The amount of new content especially with the creation parts are very well done.I loved how the 2K presentation showcase featured A very interesting and well structured 'campaign' of Stone Cold Steve Austin.By far the most engrossing Wrestler since Shawn Micheals's Showcase years ago.

    Myself being A tremendous Fan of Stone Cold found this feature to be the best in the entire Game.I love the videos through each chapter-telling the story of Stone Cold's career to those unfamiliar to Him.The bonus matches are very cool as it unlocks characters and outfits people actually want.They really seem to to have A very great grasp on His overall career and besides A few issues like no blood during 'Blood Of A Stone' match against Bret Hart at Wrestlemania 13 and cheap look alike of Mike Tyson (especially as the Announcer barely reference Him during the mach) during Stone Cold's match against Shawn Micheals in Wrestlemania 18 (probably due to licensing issues).These are forgivable I suppose and in all honesty will never be noticed to casual WWE Fans or really anyone except for hardcore Wrestling Fans like myself.Besides these minor blemishes this 2K Showcase of Stone Cold Steve Austin is one of the best in the entire series.

    The creation section are as I said earlier well done.You can add A lot of customization to making custom Belts,Arenas and Wrestlers.However,the face creation is too complicated as the front face option is nearly unusable as you have no visual reference whatsoever since you cannot see the front part of the face and essentially have to play A guessing game with it.Often,you will be extremely disappointed with character you create based off of other Wrestlers since they will hardly never look close to to anything resembling the real life person.

    One of my biggest problems with this Game is that you can simply go online and download better user created characters,arenas,belts and labels from people that understands creating all these aspects better than myself.To Me,this takes away any enjoyment of creating real life Wrestlers such as Hulk Hogan or X-Pac since I know my version is extremely inferior and A better version is simply A download away.Also,I could not download anything since there were one after another of downloading errors.I assume that these Servers were not dedicated servers or perhaps it was on my end-who really knows.

    My other problem to this Game is that there are ALOT of characters!Is this A bad thing-no.However,like my experience goes I decided to make A Brian Pillman created Wrestler so I could make the Hollywood Blondes Tag Team with 'Stunning' Steve Austin.What happened is that I played more of the Showcase mode which unlocked A better Brian Pillman than the one I made which meant I had A terrible created Brian hanging around on my hard drive.

    As far as the rest of the game,it's the standard experience of any WWE 2K game.Somewhat updated (A year behind) modern WWE Wrestlers.You can fight with them in anyway you so choose like one on one or tag team and so on.Just A warning-you will probably lose quite often since the edition of the idiotic submission mechanic system.I absolute HATE this mechanic with A burning passion.I had to look up A Tutorial on Youtube to explain it to Me after losing ten consecutive matches in A row and yes the computer opponents will try to submit you almost every time even if they are not known for using submissions or not!

    My other favorite aspects are that they brought back Jim Ross and Jerry 'The King' Lawler for commentating.This really adds to the Game especially the more retro aspects in the Stone Cold 2K Showcase.I love the additions of these obscure 90's pay per views for use in the Game are A breath of fresh air and brings back pleasant memories for those of us that experienced them before in the past.

    There are some glaring issues such as glitches,graphical problems and especially some terrible voice overs like Enzo Amore's intro as you can obviously tell that it was recorded poorly and lacks Enzo'z impressive energy when He introduces Big Cas and Himself.The music is not the best-it's six tracks,three being not so great contemporary hip hop tracks.You will quickly like myself turn off these sickening repeating tracks off the Menus as in this case silence is golden.

    Overall,like I said before this version is truly A vast improvement over 2K15.However,there are some glaring issues that I hope are addressed in the next editions.    … Expand
  8. getrwuegyweh
    Sep 6, 2016
    8
    Great game and hopefully they get better and better. Custom character storyline gets repetitive and the servers are awful. The game itself is very good.
  9. detudoumpouco
    Apr 2, 2016
    10
    eu achei um dos melhores jogos de luta desse ano consertando tudo de erro do wwe 2k15 que foi um dos piores jogos de todo os tempo muito bom esse game
  10. AgentVenom117
    Feb 21, 2016
    8
    It's my perfect wrestling game with the largest roster in a wwe game to date,superb game play that feels like you're playing a real match,a huge my career mode that you can put hours upon hours into,the wwe universe mode where you can run shows and a huge creation suite where you can create superstars/divas, arenas, championships and even your own show. However it can get very frustratingIt's my perfect wrestling game with the largest roster in a wwe game to date,superb game play that feels like you're playing a real match,a huge my career mode that you can put hours upon hours into,the wwe universe mode where you can run shows and a huge creation suite where you can create superstars/divas, arenas, championships and even your own show. However it can get very frustrating during large matches as you target the wrong people and the A.I secretly pins another injured A.I on a default move that can ruin a epic match until they fix the targeting and improve the A.I in big matches ill be sticking with one on one fights most of the time. Plus the online is **** compared with wwe 2k14 which really needs to come back.… Expand
  11. solidice
    Feb 17, 2016
    9
    I think this is a pretty cool game, sure there is a lot of dlc but you can play as JOHN CENA *insert John Cena theme here* and yea. the only issue that i have is that it doesn't explain how to play and i couldn't find how any where in the game (expect the options in controller settings but it doesn't explain everything) and you need to use trial and error which i'm ok with and that my only issue
  12. jakoob26
    Dec 24, 2015
    8
    I grew up playing Shut Your Mouth, Here Comes the Pain, etc. and haven't played for a while but I think this game is great.

    Gameplay- The new reversal system helps shift the control throughout the match and stop the annoying constant reversals of before. Having a set amount of reversals creates an interesting dynamic between wrestlers because you need to decide whether to save them for    I grew up playing Shut Your Mouth, Here Comes the Pain, etc. and haven't played for a while but I think this game is great.

    Gameplay- The new reversal system helps shift the control throughout the match and stop the annoying constant reversals of before. Having a set amount of reversals creates an interesting dynamic between wrestlers because you need to decide whether to save them for specific moments or use them immediately. One of the problems I have is the slower paced compared to the other games. Moves feel like they take a lot of time to execute whether its a punch or grapple. The more prominent stamina system alleviates this issue for me since each move takes a lot of stamina when the match has gone on for a while. This makes each suplex feel important and you don't fire of 10 of 'em in a matter if seconds.

    Graphics- Everything looks great concerning the wrestlers but the crowds are still a mess. It's not that they are low poly people but that they just don't act like a normal crowd. They randomly wave and stand for no reason. If they really fix this issue and make the crowd feel more realistic it would help increase the immersion. Another element of the presentation that needs a little love is the commentary. If they improved these two aspects of the presentation it would be practically flawless.

    The 2K showcase was great even though some matches didn't feel important but everything was handled well. The create a superstar mode seemed great and so did the other modes.

    The game plays great and has plenty of modes to keep people busy. If they focus on some of the presentation aspects they could have an amazing experience. That being said, what is here is still great and worth a look for any fan of wrestling.    … Expand
  13. amr1774
    Dec 24, 2015
    9
    A huge return to form on a series that previously was seeming to strain under the weight of losing key stars to old age but proving that it still has life in it ( shame there was no 4 horsewomen
  14. jammasterj
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    This is a great improvement over 2k16! A lot more immersive. MyCareer is still iffy not the best. The roster makes the game a blast to play. Underrated!
  15. TheBigDeal
    Nov 30, 2015
    8
    I'm going to start this review by saying I don't play online, nor do I use the creation suites. I usually stick to Universe mode and Exhibition. I have been playing wrestling games since the NES days so I usually stick to the basics, I guess I'm just old fashion that way. Stone Cold being in the spotlight this year was a highlight for me, since he was my favorite wrestler growing up.I'm going to start this review by saying I don't play online, nor do I use the creation suites. I usually stick to Universe mode and Exhibition. I have been playing wrestling games since the NES days so I usually stick to the basics, I guess I'm just old fashion that way. Stone Cold being in the spotlight this year was a highlight for me, since he was my favorite wrestler growing up. 2K16 doesn't have as many match types as 2K14, but definitely an improvement from last years. 120+ wrestlers in a game is insane, I remember only being able to choose from 10. I love that they included more NXT guys in the game this year, especially Finn Balor and Samoa Joe. Through the years the wrestling games have been feeling all the same, like the madden games, but how much more can you really do with them?… Expand
  16. Shortsting123
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Love seeing the old timers in this game. Great to have a bigger roster. Good having a bigger selection of game modes to have. Love the Attitude era, reminds me of long ago.
  17. joeohare1975
    Nov 12, 2015
    8
    Probably the most enjoyable game this year if you are a wrestling fan. Lots of characters to pick, and designing your own wrestler to go through career mode is great fun! The mini-games are a bit fiddly, and the tags could do with a bit of tidying up, however this doesn't take away from the enjoyment!
  18. Typical
    Nov 7, 2015
    8
    Overall a step up from last years, although there are still simple features missing from the title that make the title once again incomplete. There is no excuse for leaving out a simple tool like match creator. That was one of my favourite features that allowed me so much replay-ability. Universe mode has reduced what you can do as well, as you cannot make championship matches. The mainOverall a step up from last years, although there are still simple features missing from the title that make the title once again incomplete. There is no excuse for leaving out a simple tool like match creator. That was one of my favourite features that allowed me so much replay-ability. Universe mode has reduced what you can do as well, as you cannot make championship matches. The main improvement though is in the gameplay, visual presentation, the diverse roster, the 2K Showcase, the whole creation suite and my career, however that is still painfully repetitive. The game says that you can start your own rivalries, but before I can even try and start one the game is ramming run ins down my throat.

    Overall it is an improvement over last year, but the game still isn't better than perfect. If some of the basic features were put back in place I would be playing this game year round. Hopefully 2K patch the problems soon so I can enjoy playing this game year round.    … Expand
  19. MikeyApprovedV1
    Nov 4, 2015
    8
    I've played every WWE video game from Just bring it on Ps2, and from Wrestlemania 18 on GC. I give it a good 8/10 but my career is still repetitive with someone attacking you from behind every monday night raw. Renee Young asking you the same questions every raw and no in ring segments or show openings is lame. i'm currently the World Champion and i can't retire until I hold on to the beltI've played every WWE video game from Just bring it on Ps2, and from Wrestlemania 18 on GC. I give it a good 8/10 but my career is still repetitive with someone attacking you from behind every monday night raw. Renee Young asking you the same questions every raw and no in ring segments or show openings is lame. i'm currently the World Champion and i can't retire until I hold on to the belt for a year or main event WM 12 times, and a bunch of other stuff. The gameplay is awesome and the reversal limits are genius and the glitches are so funny that you can't complain. Online is way better now that you can team up with your friends for ranked matches. It's a decent game but the my personal favorites will always be Hctp SYM and WWE 12. WWE 2k16 is a fun game and its definitely tougher to play, It's like you actually have to learn how to wrestle. I'm enjoying it.… Expand
  20. Jiano74
    Nov 4, 2015
    8
    My game didn't start too well had a match between Lesnar and Sheamus at WrestleMania 31 the characters didn't enter but after the update was installed it worked really well and it is brilliant. So far career mode is so much better than last years version still in NXT though but so far it looks really promising and I am confident it will live up to it.
  21. ZiltonReviews
    Nov 3, 2015
    8
    And WWE 2K16 is finally back where it needs to be. There were huge improvements from last year's wrestling game involving game modes and a huge character selection. There's still some bugs and glitches, but still a must get with hours of pure entertainment and a great showcase mode based around the career of Stone Cold Steve Austin.
  22. Darth24
    Nov 3, 2015
    8
    WWE 2K16 is a huge improvement over last years instalment WWE 2K15, and improves in many many many ways! It improves greatly on its roster with over a 100 unique superstars, and beefs up and improves its creation suite and allows for much better customisation. It also improves on its game modes by adding back many match types that were missing last year and is much better for it. Lastly itWWE 2K16 is a huge improvement over last years instalment WWE 2K15, and improves in many many many ways! It improves greatly on its roster with over a 100 unique superstars, and beefs up and improves its creation suite and allows for much better customisation. It also improves on its game modes by adding back many match types that were missing last year and is much better for it. Lastly it makes a huge leap of an improvement on its MyCareer mode, by making it much harder, fleshed out and more enjoyable in every little way, it may not be perfect, but its a vast improvement.

    In summary, WWE 2K16 is a very big improvement over 2K15 and fixes all the problems with that game, and is the best wrestling to be released in many years.    … Expand
  23. DailyGamer
    Nov 1, 2015
    8
    WWE 2K16 is a significant improvement over lasts year clunky (although admittedly still fun) gameplay mechanics such as:
    New submission mini game
    New kickout mini game New reversal gauges Characters are more responsive than last year although the targeting is still not perfect on triple threats. 2K16's roster is also something to boast about, including the likes of Diamond Dallas    WWE 2K16 is a significant improvement over lasts year clunky (although admittedly still fun) gameplay mechanics such as:
    New submission mini game
    New kickout mini game
    New reversal gauges
    Characters are more responsive than last year although the targeting is still not perfect on triple threats. 2K16's roster is also something to boast about, including the likes of Diamond Dallas Paige, Finn Balor, Sting, Andre The Giant, Dude Love, and many other lesser known wrestlers and fan favorites alike. Overall this game is a solid 8, great.    … Expand
  24. HULKMANIA
    Nov 1, 2015
    9
    I've been playing wwe games since 2006. Personally I like simulate games more than arcade game, so if you are like me then go and buy the game!!!
    This is the first wwe game that has a balance in battle and need a strategy mind to, no more 10 year old spammers, no more smashing buttons.
    Great!!!
  25. newsambo
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    There is so much wrestling into this year's version, that it is commendable. 2K went from the worst wwe game to the best since No Mercy. This is the best WWE game I have played and I have had them all since the Nintendo games. Kudos for creating real art here! From wrestlers to in ring action, to create a suite, and a good My Career mode, there is enough to keep you engage. Plus it helpedThere is so much wrestling into this year's version, that it is commendable. 2K went from the worst wwe game to the best since No Mercy. This is the best WWE game I have played and I have had them all since the Nintendo games. Kudos for creating real art here! From wrestlers to in ring action, to create a suite, and a good My Career mode, there is enough to keep you engage. Plus it helped me get back into watching wrestling again. Awesome job!!!… Expand
  26. carterax
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    2k16 all the way,i have to say i was blown away by this release after i played it for 10 hours straight.The graphics,the new modes character selection(a massive improvement over the lame ones as of last year)
    i hope i get more of this ..........damn i am filled with adrenaline
  27. ps4lover
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    this game is awesome and fun to play.. this game has huge rosters but there are some missing superstars like Rob van dam, Kurt angle, Dudley boys and Charlotte.. graphic is good but need overhaul for next year WWE 2k17. this game definitely worth 60 dollars. i recommend this game must be buy for only wwe fans who love wwe for long time.. keep up good job 2K. please improve more and addthis game is awesome and fun to play.. this game has huge rosters but there are some missing superstars like Rob van dam, Kurt angle, Dudley boys and Charlotte.. graphic is good but need overhaul for next year WWE 2k17. this game definitely worth 60 dollars. i recommend this game must be buy for only wwe fans who love wwe for long time.. keep up good job 2K. please improve more and add some new features to wwe 2k17… Expand
  28. pvarck31
    Oct 30, 2015
    9
    This is the best wrestling game since the N64 days. The AI is no longer brain dead. While the commentary still needs work, as well as crowd noise. This game has take a huge jump onto the right track.
  29. Nevmin
    Oct 30, 2015
    8
    First off, this game is a huge improvement over 2K15. With better create modes, a great stone cold mode, and improved career mode and online. With that said, it also has some very disappointing problems, mostly with online. Unfortunately, while the create an arena mode is improved, you can't use them online anymore. Same goes with created entrances, there's no options to enable entrancesFirst off, this game is a huge improvement over 2K15. With better create modes, a great stone cold mode, and improved career mode and online. With that said, it also has some very disappointing problems, mostly with online. Unfortunately, while the create an arena mode is improved, you can't use them online anymore. Same goes with created entrances, there's no options to enable entrances or to choose a custom arena, which are probably the biggest 2 disappointments for me. There's just not much of a point in creating them if you can't show them off to others. There's also no create a finisher mode, and while there are a lot of match types, there are no 2 vs 2 ladder or TLC matches.

    The game also has some bugs, which is actually kind of typical for WWE games, but it's not as buggy as previous games are which is a plus. Other than those problems, the game is great, animation is fantastic and the game is fun. Submission and pin system is different, but easy to get use to. Online has been pretty sketchy with the servers, which may just be because it was released recently, but me and a friend managed to get in a match or 2 and it went smoothly.

    It's definitely a big step over 2K15, but there's still plenty of improvements that can be made. Hopefully they will either patch online, or improve it in future games.    … Expand
  30. Chrisddffdfdfd
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Wwe 2k16 has the biggest rister and new carrer mode and 2k showcase beeter than ever i wish they will continue this wasy and keep putting new stuff wwe 2k16 ruleeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!!!
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 47
  3. Negative: 3 out of 47
  1. Sporting News
    Mar 2, 2016
    80
    I think we’re still one year away from the greatness that 2K is truly capable of. In the meantime, WWE 2K16 will do a pretty good job of being the No. 1 contender.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Jan 20, 2016
    60
    This is a game that delivers all the personality and fame-centered features of the wrestling world in detail; however in the process it compromises, rather ironically, a more realistic feeling of combat as in the actual sport. WWE 2K16 is a game that is better to watch than play, although it will probably satisfy hardcore fans.
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  3. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    75
    Yuke’s made some improvements taking the series in the right direction, but do not expect any revolutionary changes, because the most important aspect – the combat system – was only slightly modified. [13/2015, p.38]
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