WWE 2K19

 PlayStation 4
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6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 175 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 89 out of 175
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 175
  3. Negative: 47 out of 175
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  1. Sinoce
    Nov 19, 2018
    4
    If you are looking just to wrestle, I'm not sure it's worth the price. Most people seem to want a better universe mode and the match rating just rewards you for wrestling longer and using all your moves. Even the tacky story mode isn't that good. I get the moves are locked, but the cost of them all is a bit much.
  2. Exilefalcontr
    May 27, 2019
    10
    İ absolutely loved the my career With sounded The roster is so big and good ratings
    Animations is so good graphics improved But the bad thing is the glitches Glitches can be so frustrating at some times
  3. Topo21
    Nov 30, 2018
    0
    Sick of the glitches!!! I thought that they would fix them in this game, but no, same old s***, like the last five games. I will no longer be buying WWE games, as long as 2K is producing them. I urge others to follow suit and not buy the next game, so that they can learn from their mistakes, and get all glitches fixed.

    The glitches are always happening in important parts of the game.    Sick of the glitches!!! I thought that they would fix them in this game, but no, same old s***, like the last five games. I will no longer be buying WWE games, as long as 2K is producing them. I urge others to follow suit and not buy the next game, so that they can learn from their mistakes, and get all glitches fixed.

    The glitches are always happening in important parts of the game. Example, I spent almost 20 minutes playing a ladder match, and then the game glitches when I'm on top of the ladder, and I cannot move my character, and had to restart. Also major glitch in the royal rumble, almost through the match, and then no one enters, and I couldn't even pause the game, had to close it fully and go back on it again. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE!!! If anything happens to my console because of these glitches, they will be held liable.

    Also, the gameplay is quite agonising when you cannot reverse the opponents moves, and they get a few hits in and finish the match.    … Expand
  4. CrazedDuck
    Oct 16, 2018
    0
    Iron Shiek: "WWE 2K F'n BullS*** (then spits) hark toooo" Vast majority get bored of this game within a month, I'm burnt out after playing this in only a week, its shocking on how horrendous it is too play against the AI. Stomp, Stomp, Stomp, Stomp that's how you beat the Ai in Legend or Hard, YouTubers cheese the game to be the best, FUN isn't it! , commentator responds "Oh Man!, Oh Man!,Iron Shiek: "WWE 2K F'n BullS*** (then spits) hark toooo" Vast majority get bored of this game within a month, I'm burnt out after playing this in only a week, its shocking on how horrendous it is too play against the AI. Stomp, Stomp, Stomp, Stomp that's how you beat the Ai in Legend or Hard, YouTubers cheese the game to be the best, FUN isn't it! , commentator responds "Oh Man!, Oh Man!, Oh Man!, Oh Man!, Oh Man!" every time you stomp. When you attack, you constantly miss or fail to grab the other wrestler, and PayBack is a **** I dominated a match with most of my health, then I wasn't able to reverse as the game glitched AGAIN!!! as Lesner with about max damage massacred me as I couldn't reverse for 3 mins so I quit knowing it glitched. 2K Towers is a pointless exercise, as Mysterio after the 1st match, the games animation goes into fast forward for some reason? if you find this mode fun, then you need a woman, loser! same with Career, Universe..… Expand
  5. Hourless
    Oct 20, 2018
    4
    One step forward, two steps back. Voice acting and showcase a plus but the gameplay just keeps getting worse. When the core part of your game sucks the overall game will suck and that's exactly what is happening. It is so buggy and glitchy it's not even funny, not to mention the difficulty of countering moves off the ground and also what's with the ridiculous debuffing this year???? NeedsOne step forward, two steps back. Voice acting and showcase a plus but the gameplay just keeps getting worse. When the core part of your game sucks the overall game will suck and that's exactly what is happening. It is so buggy and glitchy it's not even funny, not to mention the difficulty of countering moves off the ground and also what's with the ridiculous debuffing this year???? Needs to be removed, happens 3 or 4 times a match where you can't reverse for 20 seconds.

    Gameplay is way to slow, frustrating, messy and honestly boring. They need to bring in an option where you can either play in arcade or sim mode because honestly this gameplay is trash and broken.    … Expand
  6. rwagena
    Oct 6, 2018
    7
    I want to give this a lower score, because it doesn't take nearly as many steps forward with the formula as it should given its upgrade in budget, but what actually is done with the formula highlights it as the very thing that post-2K15 WWE 2K could - and should - have been years ago. One major core gripe I do have is that the difficulty does feel incredibly toned down in comparison toI want to give this a lower score, because it doesn't take nearly as many steps forward with the formula as it should given its upgrade in budget, but what actually is done with the formula highlights it as the very thing that post-2K15 WWE 2K could - and should - have been years ago. One major core gripe I do have is that the difficulty does feel incredibly toned down in comparison to past entries, although part of that has to do with the fact that AI opponents don't mash out counters nearly as often as they used to, and that counter regeneration has been buffed significantly, so you can counter far more often, and AIs counter marginally less often

    Early on, the RPG-styled MyPlayer progression system seems very promising, but potentially very grindy, very clearly wanting to make sure it feels like the 20 bonus points from the Deluxe Edition carry more weight than they did in a straightforward attribute system, as this time around, min-maxing one of the three branches (attack, body, and defense) gets you through one entire tier after your first career match with the added KickStart bonus. As for the career mode, the addition of voice acting and complex character animations do add layers to the story mode, but the story itself feels like a less successful attempt at the narrative-heavy story modes of games like Madden 18/19 and NBA 2K16, and it feels more like the latter than the former, warts and all. But for better or worse, it's also the most feature-complete WWE story mode in many years, by far.

    Now, might as well get to the positives. Firstly, I know it may be a hollow praise, but the visuals are VASTLY improved from previous iterations, and the character models look fantastic, although the character creator models still don't have quite the same polish. 2K's attempt at NetherRealm-esque living towers is also more hit than miss and gives a very arcade feel to things. WWE Universe is generally unchanged from 2K18, but there is more customkzation with the match potential of auto-generated matches: it still gives you the option to change up show matches on the fly, but if you like being surprised from show to show, it lets you customize what matches can actually show up on the match card, and with what frequency. Also, yes, this does extend to rivalry matches, which can make for even more interesting variation.

    Overall, WWE 2K19 doesn't evolve everywhere it needs to evolve, but it also evolves more than any WWE 2K before it    … Expand
  7. Phillygamer
    Oct 10, 2018
    8
    I am beginning to believe that no matter what 2K does, they will be overly critical of WWE wrestling games. Now this game is far from perfect but if you have played this franchise for years, you will notice the number of strides it has made. The main improvement is the gameplay. Its just so much more fast paced and fluid. It is now a fun game on top of being more simulation. The graphicsI am beginning to believe that no matter what 2K does, they will be overly critical of WWE wrestling games. Now this game is far from perfect but if you have played this franchise for years, you will notice the number of strides it has made. The main improvement is the gameplay. Its just so much more fast paced and fluid. It is now a fun game on top of being more simulation. The graphics have improved as well. Although they could be better, I feel like each wrestler is definitely more detailed and now resemble their real life counterparts. If you are a fan of WWE and you liked previous installments of this series, you will love WWE 2k19 because its the best one to date.… Expand
  8. PoneSc0p3
    Oct 7, 2018
    8
    I've been playing WWE games since 2008 and honestly, this is one of the best that 2K has made. I'm so glad that Showcase returned, MyCareer got some well-needed improvements and universe mode is finally worth playing. I haven't tried towers mode yet, but I presume it's gonna be great. My only issue is playing online. There is very noticeable lag (mainly on PS4), but I don't plan on playingI've been playing WWE games since 2008 and honestly, this is one of the best that 2K has made. I'm so glad that Showcase returned, MyCareer got some well-needed improvements and universe mode is finally worth playing. I haven't tried towers mode yet, but I presume it's gonna be great. My only issue is playing online. There is very noticeable lag (mainly on PS4), but I don't plan on playing online too often anyway… Expand
  9. TheBucks
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    WWE 2K19 is the best wrestling game in new generation currently, The game is better than last year with new features like 2K towers mode, Big head mode, The return of 2K showcase, My career mode with amazing story, Updating type matches like steel cage - hell in a cell, new superstars from (raw-sd-nxt-legends), The details and graphics and the speed of movement is very impressive, This isWWE 2K19 is the best wrestling game in new generation currently, The game is better than last year with new features like 2K towers mode, Big head mode, The return of 2K showcase, My career mode with amazing story, Updating type matches like steel cage - hell in a cell, new superstars from (raw-sd-nxt-legends), The details and graphics and the speed of movement is very impressive, This is the best wrestling game 2K has made (Never Say Never).… Expand
  10. scotmachi
    Nov 1, 2018
    0
    I've played this after 3 days after buying it and I'm mentally drained and find it hard to launch the game from lack of motivation. No surprise critics are given it an overall mediocre score. Royal Rumble should be fun but its tedious and unfair, esp. on legend. Showcase on Legend was so frustrating with the fun sucked out of it, 2k tower mode, good idea but poor execution, its tooI've played this after 3 days after buying it and I'm mentally drained and find it hard to launch the game from lack of motivation. No surprise critics are given it an overall mediocre score. Royal Rumble should be fun but its tedious and unfair, esp. on legend. Showcase on Legend was so frustrating with the fun sucked out of it, 2k tower mode, good idea but poor execution, its too stressful and pointless when you get to the final match, eg as roussy you must win by submission then meet steph mac in cage match where she has a finisher at the start, used it, then climbs cage and wins in under 2 mins. and the game expects you to grind back to the start and win 4 matches to try it again, eg 2 C. Flair must submit Paige where Paige will use payback about 7 times to escape your submissions, which I eventually won after 25 mins eg 3 beat Undertaker in 5 mins by pin or submission no foreign weapons (DQ) but he was counted out and I progressed?. Payback benefits the AI more than it does you especially in Legend. Elimination Chamber use to be my favourite match type, but now its too stressful with Payback and even when I play without. Warning!!!!! This game is not improving enough to be an entertaining simulation, especially non-children and non-wrestling fanatics and gamers who don't have someone competitive on their level of skill to play with. After 3 weeks, had to trade it in. The franchise seems dead to me and don't think if I would buy another for a long while.… Expand
  11. RenegadeRiot
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    I never thought I'd see the day 2k put effort into their WWE game. I have never been more happy to be wrong. This year they focused on the fun and the gamble paid off. The story mode is a meth heads wet dream and nobody can say they were expecting anything like it. Fully voice acted and interesting storylines make the story mode worth the play through. I have yet to play tower mode butI never thought I'd see the day 2k put effort into their WWE game. I have never been more happy to be wrong. This year they focused on the fun and the gamble paid off. The story mode is a meth heads wet dream and nobody can say they were expecting anything like it. Fully voice acted and interesting storylines make the story mode worth the play through. I have yet to play tower mode but from everything I've heard people seem to be enjoying it. Showcase is back and focuses on the career of Daniel Bryan. This mode was incredibly missed by the fans and the 2k team did an incredible job of doing Bryan's character justice. Universe mode wasn't changed drastically but there were enough smaller improvements to fix issues from before. You can now hold up to 6 championships per show (including Money in the Bank briefcases). Also, you can control how the money in the bank holder cashes in. I am not skilled enough to use the creation suite myself but the creators like Defract (checkout his Tommaso Ciampa and NJPW show) make their creations look like part of the game and not just a cheap imitation. Also they threw in "Big Head" mode which is a bunch of laughs an entertainment to play with friends.

    The negatives aren't major but annoying enough to dock a point. The roster. There are a lot of legends missing out who were regulars in WWE games. There is no reason to not have Mick Foley in your game. And current NXT superstars Tommaso Ciampa and Nikki Cross are not in the game. This is incredibly frustrating as a fan. The DLC is stacked but it would be nice to not have to wait months to play as those characters. The limit on creation downloads is still in place. Not a fan of it and it seems to refill slower than previous games.

    Overall this is the best WWE game of this era. I strongly suggest picking it up and giving it a chance. You can tell the team worked hard on giving us the best experience possible this year and that complaints from years passed weren't ignored.    … Expand
  12. TheGuyAarons96
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    This is pretty fun better than the previous 2k wwe games and alot more fun.
  13. adomingo2
    Oct 10, 2018
    7
    This is definitely a step up from past WWE games. Gameplay is alot smoother, roster is huge, and amazing. (aside from a few misses). There is alot of attention to detail in this game, and graphics improved as well.

    Happy to see the new and improved career mode. While I've only played a little it doesn't seem like it's that boring NXT match after NXT match to hopefully make it to the    This is definitely a step up from past WWE games. Gameplay is alot smoother, roster is huge, and amazing. (aside from a few misses). There is alot of attention to detail in this game, and graphics improved as well.

    Happy to see the new and improved career mode. While I've only played a little it doesn't seem like it's that boring NXT match after NXT match to hopefully make it to the main roster. Every match and interaction with other superstars seem to serve a purpose. There are some cheesy moments during it but it's still good. Don't like how you really don't have any control over your characters moveset or entrance at the start. They give you a few but not enough.

    Hope to see a patch to improve the menus. The very white menu screens aren't nice to look at, and in the creation modes it's hard to tell what option you have selected.

    It's worth the pick up. If your not a hardcore WWE fan then wait until the Black Friday sales.    … Expand
  14. JosephETorres
    Oct 11, 2018
    10
    Though the game isn't perfect, I am giving it a 10 anyways due to 2K finally giving us a good amount of actual effort in the first time in years (probably the most effort since 2K took over the WWE gaming franchise). Everything is improved here, from the flow of the match and variety of match types to the return of Showcase mode and a mycareer mode with an actual story!

    Unlike past    Though the game isn't perfect, I am giving it a 10 anyways due to 2K finally giving us a good amount of actual effort in the first time in years (probably the most effort since 2K took over the WWE gaming franchise). Everything is improved here, from the flow of the match and variety of match types to the return of Showcase mode and a mycareer mode with an actual story!

    Unlike past entries, this mycareer mode ditches the nightmare that is playing random meaningless matches non stop with barely any story lines, and introduces us to a fully voiced and original story about your created "MyPlayer" character going from a living in a van indies star to the top of the WWE ladder. Showcase mode is finally back as well, and focuses this time on the career of Daniel Bryan, filled with introductions by the man himself. Towers mode is an interested addition too and can really put your skills to the test.

    Although the game is not perfect (commentary still has its issues and there are still bugs that needs to be fixed), I think it is enough of an improvement to take notice of and makes things seem much more brighter for the WWE 2k series going forward.    … Expand
  15. Regmilion
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Если вы фанат рестлинга, коем являюсь я, то несомненно wwe 2k19 лучший способ развлечь себя на долгое время. Множество режимов, хорошая графическая и анимационная часть игры, понравится однозначно. Есть конечно и ложка дёгтя, wwe 2k19 не сделала прорыва в своей серии, зато смогла убрать множество недочетов и огрехов прошлой части. На вопрос стоит ли брать wwe 2k19 если ранее преобретал 18Если вы фанат рестлинга, коем являюсь я, то несомненно wwe 2k19 лучший способ развлечь себя на долгое время. Множество режимов, хорошая графическая и анимационная часть игры, понравится однозначно. Есть конечно и ложка дёгтя, wwe 2k19 не сделала прорыва в своей серии, зато смогла убрать множество недочетов и огрехов прошлой части. На вопрос стоит ли брать wwe 2k19 если ранее преобретал 18 часть, ответ будет скорее такой, придётся. Стоит ли брать игру если последний раз играл в 15, однозначно стоит. Стоит ли покупать если я играю в первые, и я не являюсь фанатом? В этом случае нет, покупать не нужно, иначе испортите рейтинг игре и поставете негативную оценку. Любите игры господа, и не нужно относится к ним настолько критично, как сейчас делают практически все, особенно когда игра единственная в своём жанре, намёк думаю понятен.… Expand
  16. fr33xwilly
    Oct 17, 2018
    0
    Been playing WWE games since HCTP on PS2. 2k has ruined these games but this year it is a step in the right direction. Gameplay has quickened and the AI actually try to beat you this year. Universe Mode, while not incredibly different, is an upgrade for sure. Major downside is the Showcase Mode. While replaying Daniel Bryan's story is great and all, the game is heavily rigged and you willBeen playing WWE games since HCTP on PS2. 2k has ruined these games but this year it is a step in the right direction. Gameplay has quickened and the AI actually try to beat you this year. Universe Mode, while not incredibly different, is an upgrade for sure. Major downside is the Showcase Mode. While replaying Daniel Bryan's story is great and all, the game is heavily rigged and you will not beat it. It is literally impossible to beat this mode because the game gives AI free reversals and won't let you complete objectives. The game literally will turn you in the opposite direction of your opponent for no reason, give them a finisher, and you will lose every time. I'm not sure why this is a thing in the game but it is. So if you looked for ward to Showcase Mode, don't bother buying. Haven't touched Career or Online so can't speak for that. I'd love the game more if it wasn't rigged. Edit: Career Mode is rigged too lmao… Expand
  17. PlayerForever
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    Well...WWE is not a very good show of wrestling, NJPW are better, but we are not talking about wrestling shows, we are talking about a wrestling game. So, with that in mind, i have to say this: there is not one game of wrestling better than WWE 2K19. WWE 2K19 is not a revolution, right, but is a big evolution. Big! Not like WWE 2k17 to WWE 2K18...no...the difference here is much bigger.Well...WWE is not a very good show of wrestling, NJPW are better, but we are not talking about wrestling shows, we are talking about a wrestling game. So, with that in mind, i have to say this: there is not one game of wrestling better than WWE 2K19. WWE 2K19 is not a revolution, right, but is a big evolution. Big! Not like WWE 2k17 to WWE 2K18...no...the difference here is much bigger. First of all, the gameplay is much more smoother, have new mechanics that makes the difference, new animations...all of that makes the gameplay better and more fun. The game have new match types and new modes, like Towers. When i heard about Towers, i think: well, is something that we play one or two times, and then we don´t play anymore". Well, i was wrong. There is not a 2 or 3 Towers, there is much more than that and all are different, with rewards. And yes, we have a Showcase, with Daniel Bryan. Is amazing. But the best mode is without a doubt MyCareer. Yes, MyCareer sucked in other WWE games, but in this...well, is very, very good. Yes, it have voices, yes, it have a very good story, yes, is capable to surprising us. My friends, i love wrestling, i know what i am saying when i say this game is a very good one. If you love wrestling, or WWE, this game is for you. No, is not 10/10. The game have some bugs, the series need a new engine, the faces of wrestlers needs a upgrade, there is not a GM Mode again and is necessary something really new that amazing us even more. i give 10 just because is very unfair that the user review is now on 5.2/10, because the game is very good and don´t deserve that. I give the game a 8.5/10. Good job 2K. It was a big step in the right direction.… Expand
  18. camic013camic01
    Nov 4, 2018
    0
    I bought this game for my son...but both me and my son (8 yrs old) can't find the moves...for example how do you pin? what do you need to press on the cnotroller so that you pin the player? what does it mean to payback? if you play in tag teams how do you give the hand to your partner to enter the ring? I mean the moves we cannot get at them...can anyone help please? Also does theI bought this game for my son...but both me and my son (8 yrs old) can't find the moves...for example how do you pin? what do you need to press on the cnotroller so that you pin the player? what does it mean to payback? if you play in tag teams how do you give the hand to your partner to enter the ring? I mean the moves we cannot get at them...can anyone help please? Also does the game have levels? for example amateur, beginner, legend, professional, I mean like fifa for example? if yes where do I have to enter in menu?… Expand
  19. HiplayzGamez
    Nov 5, 2018
    9
    I first Thought the game was just a copy paste Game of 2k18 then i found out daniel bryan was in WWE 2k Showcase And also Pre-order and i think u can buy it now ronda rousey and Rey Mysterio I first played the game on October 5 and i booted up the game and i fell in love with the Menu and i played the game and it ran smoothly and my first match was rey mysterio ws AJ Styles for The WWEI first Thought the game was just a copy paste Game of 2k18 then i found out daniel bryan was in WWE 2k Showcase And also Pre-order and i think u can buy it now ronda rousey and Rey Mysterio I first played the game on October 5 and i booted up the game and i fell in love with the Menu and i played the game and it ran smoothly and my first match was rey mysterio ws AJ Styles for The WWE Championship universe mode is alot better with now u can announce or cash in money in the bank, and now the Myplayer You Start from the indies to the top at wrestlemania the game has voice acting And The main Character AJ Kurcht a former tough eough competer and Current indie Star the game is amazing with Triple H Being the main antagonist And no spoilers I say best Game that i have played of 2018.… Expand
  20. DrGrove
    Nov 6, 2018
    9
    A move in the right direction for WWE 2K, my career is finally worth playing it even has a nice Road to Wrestlemania feeling and the game is more arcade like with some of the new features like big heads mode. pretty good!
  21. Zaselim
    Oct 8, 2018
    4
    This game sucks, I always played the WWE games because of the Custom Wrestlers and the story/career mode and i havent played a good wwe game since wwe 2010. Since 2k acquired the game the character creation sucks, i don't some 8 or 10 options to choose for the body part rather i want the old style size sliders. I am waiting for the good wwe game and i think i have to forget about gettingThis game sucks, I always played the WWE games because of the Custom Wrestlers and the story/career mode and i havent played a good wwe game since wwe 2010. Since 2k acquired the game the character creation sucks, i don't some 8 or 10 options to choose for the body part rather i want the old style size sliders. I am waiting for the good wwe game and i think i have to forget about getting one.
    If i wanna play with the original wrestlers then i just go watch a WWE on TV, Career's story better than the previous 2k wwe games but still sucks. I just wish they have never got the wwe games' license from THQ. THQ's last few games were not good but still better these 2k on's crap. I bought the game this morning and just got back from returning about half an hour ago, that shows how bad the game sucks for me. And guys down giving it a 10 need to have checked from the brain doctor. At max its a 6.5 game.    … Expand
  22. Brigida
    Oct 11, 2018
    10
    Great game, with lots of possibilities. Before that, she did not play in one of the parts, and if you look at everything with a fresh look, then this is a worthy product in almost all aspects. Smooth colorful battles, which are accomplished with the help of a game manipulator.
  23. HFTeixeira
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    WWE 2K19 is WWE 2K18's bigger, badder and cooler cousin. I've been playing since Shut Your Mouth and I have to say I haven't had this much fun with a WWE game since SvR 2009
  24. HeelDZ
    Oct 14, 2018
    10
    Отличная игра, где доработано очень много элементов. Лучший симулятор реслинга на данный момент.
  25. Wargears
    Oct 24, 2018
    5
    Wwe2k19 is a perfect example that wwe doesn't really need a yearly game release, the game is already boring to play in just a couple of days, it's pretty much wwe2k18 with some minor tweaks and additions here and there. Game is still buggy as hell and some matches are still broken like the hell in the cell.
  26. P1Falchion
    Nov 5, 2018
    8
    The WWE 2K games have been games I have stopped getting into after 2K15. The reason mainly was that I personally didn’t like the whole trying to be as realistic to what you see live on TV. I loved games like WWF No Mercy, Smackdown Here Comes the Pain, WWE Day of Reckoning, ect. The reason I loved those games was because it was pretty easy to get into and it wouldn’t take long for peopleThe WWE 2K games have been games I have stopped getting into after 2K15. The reason mainly was that I personally didn’t like the whole trying to be as realistic to what you see live on TV. I loved games like WWF No Mercy, Smackdown Here Comes the Pain, WWE Day of Reckoning, ect. The reason I loved those games was because it was pretty easy to get into and it wouldn’t take long for people to get use to the controls. So when I finally got my copy of WWE 2K19 I was excited because I can play as wrestlers from the current WWE/NXT roster, but I was also worried that the controls would be something would keep me from enjoying the game. Thankfully I grew to really enjoy this game, even though there are some things keeping it from being great.

    In past WWE games there were story modes that either were original stories made by the developers or the story mode would be a simulation of past wrestling moments like the Attitude Era. This time around the game's story mode revolves around current WWE Superstar Daniel Bryan. The story mode shows a lot of moments of his career like one of his first matches in WWE, when he went by the name Bryan Danielson. To his big main event matches with John Cena at Summerslam for the WWE Championship and the Triple Threat Match between him, Randy Orton, and Batista at Wrestlemania 30. I really got into this story mode mainly because I am a fan of Daniel Bryan, plus it was really cool to see all of his big matches replicated in video game form and a lot of the scripted moments during those matches were great. It felt like I was really rewatching the matches it was simulating. I really don't have an issue with the story format 2K is taking with these games but, the story mode was pretty short. I think it would have been better if there were 2 more wrestlers getting to same treatment. Someone that comes to mind is the coverboy himself AJ Styles could have gotten the same treatment.

    As for the gameplay which was my biggest concern walking into this game, is pretty much a more technical game, but it still is pretty easy to get into if you have played some of the WWE Smackdown vs Raw games. The only added feature is the payback abilities which is something you can trigger during a match, that can either give you a finisher stock or if there is a moment you know it will be hard to break a pin or submission you can use the resiliency ability and you automatically kick out of a pin/submission. There are a lot of abilities in this game and each superstar has something that fits their character. The way you can use payback abilities is by filling up a bar which can only be filled if you are fighting. And when the time is right payback abilities can help save you in a lot of situations.

    Other added features to this game include match types like 5 Man Match types, more match types for 6 Man matches, and now 8 Man matches. Looking at 8 Man matches specifically, it ran pretty well, I didn’t feel like the game was running slow because of all the wrestlers on the screen at the same time. There were a lot of times when the game would glitch in during matches like the Elimination Chamber where sometimes characters would stretch as if they were Mr. Fantastic or one of Bailey’s wacky waving inflatable tube man and while it was funny to see sometimes it did happen a couple of times and I hope things like that get patched.

    Overall WWE 2K19 was a game I really enjoyed playing and I’m glad I don't need to rely on past wrestling games as my only way to play wrestling games. I wanted to play a really good wrestling game with wrestlers that I watch on TV or with the help of WWE Creation in 2K19, people can make wrestlers from other companies like New Japan, TNA, ROH, ect and later upload the characters they made online and people can download them so they can be added to their games. And a lot of the created wrestlers people have made are fantastic and could have easily have passed as playable from the get go. WWE 2K19 is a really good time and while there are some improvements that can be made to it like adding more stories to go through, it was great to play a solid wrestling game.    … Expand
  27. Chlerks31958
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Great game, I never seen better WWE 2k game, they finally made something that I will play with smile in my face, and not with facepalms.
  28. Khanne
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    amazing,great wrestling game and the best of 2k series

    recommended for all wrestling fans
  29. MetaBoBB
    Apr 21, 2019
    1
    Same old, same old. Wish they improved the gameplay for once and the visuals and the glitches. 2K you ***
  30. SquATime
    Mar 25, 2022
    5
    Scénario mise en scène : 3/10
    Gameplay : 6/10
    Univers : 9/10
    Réalisation technique : 4/10
    Réalisation graphique : 2/10
  31. Khaosom
    Jul 26, 2019
    8
    Best 2k wrestling game to date. Still missing create a finisher though. Story mode is actually really fun, and the addition of specialist abilities is okay. Played story mode and won really no issues. It is kind of grindy though. Also really miss the old thq create systems with sliders and more options.som realism is lacking on the lifting etc. Never saw any of the glitches mentionedBest 2k wrestling game to date. Still missing create a finisher though. Story mode is actually really fun, and the addition of specialist abilities is okay. Played story mode and won really no issues. It is kind of grindy though. Also really miss the old thq create systems with sliders and more options.som realism is lacking on the lifting etc. Never saw any of the glitches mentioned previously. But like all sports games, wwe doesn't need a yearly release.. just a roster update yearly. Unless something drastic changes won't be buying 2k20… Expand
  32. JUDGMENT83
    Jun 1, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In reality the game was build for the 4k machines not 2k consoles. Graphics looks terrible. Where is real laser scanning? Arenas and crowds look blurry and unrealistic. Build a new wrestling game from scratch. Gameplay is a disaster. Wwe 12 is the overall winner here. Graphics is beaten by wwe 17. Some superstars are better. Where is realistic entrances. Even the smoke needs to improve and lighting . Scan real arenas. Commentary is better out of all. We want a real wrestling game. Build new engine. Take a one year break and build new game then you will win back your regular fans… Expand
  33. Kotleth
    Dec 1, 2021
    7
    Difficulty in a custom character campaign is ridiculous sometimes and the plot is boring. No way of importing music for entrance and lack of create custom finisher option still hurts, but at least other tools for custom creations are well done.
  34. Split_Decay
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    Where to start, this another game in the franchise another copy to place current superstars on a thin circular disc, but is it really worth it. A year in year out release my sound good but you only have to look at Assassins Creed to see that the formula doesn’t work all too well.

    I get the landscape of WWE changes quicker than the 1 2 3 but a game needs to provide a concrete sustainable    Where to start, this another game in the franchise another copy to place current superstars on a thin circular disc, but is it really worth it. A year in year out release my sound good but you only have to look at Assassins Creed to see that the formula doesn’t work all too well.

    I get the landscape of WWE changes quicker than the 1 2 3 but a game needs to provide a concrete sustainable function of gameplay to provide a way for players to enjoy it. Now WWE 2k19 is not bad in fact it is probably the best since 2k took over the franchise, obviously props to 2k14 for story mode but we’ll move on.

    2k19 basks in good gameplay, lovely graphics and an expansive way to create your own shows and wrestlers. The return of showcase was a nice addition and the towers was another way to last your time with the game. But underneath the layers of content poured out by the new release lies the same old concept of glitches (though I must say not as much), A few persistent errors with the creation suite and overall a carbon copy of last years with a few decorative modes.

    I will say I enjoy this game as I have for many in the franchise, but since skipping out on 2k18 I doubted the success on this one. While it has improved since 2k18 it still feels as if these games are struggling with giving its players that full creative freedom we hoped for. I will keep to the franchises as I love wrestling but let’s hope that 2k can pull out a big one for 2k20.    … Expand
  35. BlitZeR_95
    May 20, 2019
    6
    Though there is a lot of improvements here, the AI is still silly. That's all I can say... They reverse literally everything possible making this game not being fun at all. You barely get an advantage and as soon as you do, they will instantly reverse you. They really need to balance the AI in this game out.
  36. Garchomp64
    May 13, 2020
    10
    I really enjoy this game and I have been having quite a bit of fun with it. The roster, championship customization, wrestler customization, entrance customization, arena customization, the amount of match types, and the overall gameplay are all good. The best thing about this game in my opinion, is without a doubt how much customization there is. The amount of customization in this game isI really enjoy this game and I have been having quite a bit of fun with it. The roster, championship customization, wrestler customization, entrance customization, arena customization, the amount of match types, and the overall gameplay are all good. The best thing about this game in my opinion, is without a doubt how much customization there is. The amount of customization in this game is insane, it can be a little overwhelming at times (Which I don't mean as a bad thing). However, I do have a few issues and nitpicks with this game. First off, I wish there was a way to turn off or adjust the "overall" (Without an accelerator pack I have to pay extra for) and payback mechanics to make 2 Player Mode more balanced and make wrestlers like Kalisto or Adam Cole actually stand a chance against other wrestlers like Brock Lesnar, Stone Cold, or The Rock. Second, I wish you earned more V-Coins because it seems like you barely earn any, even if your matches are 5 stars and it makes trying to get every wrestler, championship, and arena take FOREVER, it is insane. Third, there are a considerable amount of glitches and bugs while playing like the wacky hair physics, the ring ropes, and sometimes your character just keeps glitching while they are setting up their finisher, the graphics look a bit outdated at times, and the gameplay while good, isn't perfect. It seems like a few times when I try to do a reversal, it doesn't register and like I said before, it can get glitchy while playing. Another thing which isn't necessarily a problem within the game, but I think were missed opportunities. I wish they included more arenas like more Wrestlemania, SummerSlam, and past Raw & Smackdown arenas like the ones from 2002 to 2016, etc. I understand that you can just customize that but not only does that take a long time for each one you create, they don't always come out accurate, the effects on the screen and presentation aren't the same and the announcers don't announce which Pay-Per View it is. One other thing is that I wish the announcers didn't always repeat the same things, it can get repetitive and wish sometimes, they said nothing at all. Overall, this game has its flaws but I still think it is a good wrestling game and a pretty good game in general. I rated this a 10 because I don't think it deserves a 5.7 user score, my real score would be an 7.9/10.… Expand
  37. coolwali
    Jul 13, 2020
    8
    With the largest roster, most mechanics and modes of any Wrestling game, 2k19 is certainly quite packed with things to do. And the improved sim-like gameplay makes playing it tactical and rewarding.

    The game is held back by some underdeveloped modes and some presentation issues, but as a whole it's a step forward for the franchise
  38. StudMuffinOP
    Oct 21, 2019
    4
    Compared to the previous 2K installments it was slightly better. Still glitchy and buggy in most ways and I couldn't get myself hooked to the main storyline since the voice acting was cringey to me. Also when it came to gameplay I found my character flying through the ring whenever he was grappled or thrown. Mainly bland overall though. Not worth a full price game and would only pick it upCompared to the previous 2K installments it was slightly better. Still glitchy and buggy in most ways and I couldn't get myself hooked to the main storyline since the voice acting was cringey to me. Also when it came to gameplay I found my character flying through the ring whenever he was grappled or thrown. Mainly bland overall though. Not worth a full price game and would only pick it up if it was on a huge sale. Hopefully the later years will be better… Expand
  39. dcwill81
    Mar 22, 2019
    6
    The game succeeds in making you want to come back for more. Unfortunately, there is not much more to come back to. The MyCareer mode was my most anticipated mode, as it is each year. They took one step forward and two steps backward. The storyline was fun but rather short. The Epilogue is utterly disappointing. Just a series of random matches is not how I want to continueThe game succeeds in making you want to come back for more. Unfortunately, there is not much more to come back to. The MyCareer mode was my most anticipated mode, as it is each year. They took one step forward and two steps backward. The storyline was fun but rather short. The Epilogue is utterly disappointing. Just a series of random matches is not how I want to continue MyCareer. MyCareer should be a Career not a few months. Not saying I need it to be ten years long but allowing fueds, create tag teams/stables and retire should be apart of it. Like NBA 2K, if you meet the criteria, you make the Hall. The are hundreds of cutscenes in the game already, their is not reason they can't be used for MyCareer. To add insult to injury, mindless grinding for hours and hours and capping at 91 is ridiculous. The Prestige Levels are cool but the gear is not sufficient reward. I really enjoyed previous editions where you could inport a friend's CAS and the ability to export your own CAS for play in other modes. I recommend XP or VC should be used for attributes and style points be used for moves and attire. I look forward to next year's game and hope it brings more to this mode. Also, give us a WOMEN story mode!… Expand
  40. kyzaghan
    May 22, 2019
    7
    MyCareer is full of personality and engaging storylines. Showcase mode offers an endearing history lesson. 2K Towers are a fun distraction with some comical modifiers. 2K Towers are a fun distraction with some comical modifiers. BUT The in-ring action is still too reliant on rigid reversals. Loot boxes in MyCareer are needlessly limiting.Character progression is too slow. Some notableMyCareer is full of personality and engaging storylines. Showcase mode offers an endearing history lesson. 2K Towers are a fun distraction with some comical modifiers. 2K Towers are a fun distraction with some comical modifiers. BUT The in-ring action is still too reliant on rigid reversals. Loot boxes in MyCareer are needlessly limiting.Character progression is too slow. Some notable absentees from the roster.… Expand
  41. Lordmort04
    May 24, 2019
    10
    Are a very good game, but have a lot of bugs.
    The game is based in the program of wwe that is a TV show that I like a lot because I put a 10
  42. HArS11iTGupta
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    WWE 2K19 is without a doubt the best WWE game I've ever played! It's a complete package, and for the first time ever the presentation and superstar behaviour is as close to the WWE TV experience as possible. In my opinion, WWE 2K19 is the peak point for WWE games, this is the last WWE game that was developed by Yuke's. They made sure that they leave by making the best WWE game possible,WWE 2K19 is without a doubt the best WWE game I've ever played! It's a complete package, and for the first time ever the presentation and superstar behaviour is as close to the WWE TV experience as possible. In my opinion, WWE 2K19 is the peak point for WWE games, this is the last WWE game that was developed by Yuke's. They made sure that they leave by making the best WWE game possible, and they really did it. Topping this one seems impossible..… Expand
  43. Prizefighter
    Jul 25, 2019
    10
    Good story , fun playing. I spent so much good time on my player mode. 8
    İt was really funny
  44. Gaelku
    Aug 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen juego, tiene muchos personajes, solo falta kelly kelly, pero todo lo demás está de lujo… Expand
  45. MauricioSorrow
    Aug 9, 2022
    10
    Venden el juego como el roster más grande, pero rellenan con el mismo personaje 5 veces solo que con distinta vestimenta, peinado o barba. Muchas leyendas que ni la mitad de los jugadores conocen o quisieran realmente jugar con ellos. El modo carrera este año me pareció demasiado aburrido. Lo que más descarto fue el modo WWE Universe, que fue lo que me mantuvo jugandolo durante todo elVenden el juego como el roster más grande, pero rellenan con el mismo personaje 5 veces solo que con distinta vestimenta, peinado o barba. Muchas leyendas que ni la mitad de los jugadores conocen o quisieran realmente jugar con ellos. El modo carrera este año me pareció demasiado aburrido. Lo que más descarto fue el modo WWE Universe, que fue lo que me mantuvo jugandolo durante todo el año. Los graficos también son bastante buenos, sólo abría que solucionar el pelo del 99% de todos los luchadores en especial femeninas.

    Edit: Es 2022 y realmente este fue el mejor juego de WWE que han sacado en años.    … Expand
  46. Nono45FR
    Apr 2, 2020
    8
    The game is a big step forward towards the rebuilding of the series, and other than universe mode, replay abilities and bugs, thus game is overall really good! Better than any 2K game!(except 2k14)
  47. Sabrosura69
    Jun 29, 2020
    1
    TODO BIEN , PERO LA VAINA ES QUE ACABE EL MODO DEL MILLON DE DOLARES Y NUNCA ME LLEGO EL DINERO ANDO INDIGNADO CSM :(
  48. M1BIGIEMAC
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    WWE 2K19 is the best installment in the main WWE series to date!

    This game features an extremely large, high quality Creation Suite allowing you to create Superstars, Arenas, Championships, Money in the Bank briefcases and more better than ever. The Creation Suite works flawlessly which is important to note as the next game in the series unfortunately has many problems in it's Creation    WWE 2K19 is the best installment in the main WWE series to date!

    This game features an extremely large, high quality Creation Suite allowing you to create Superstars, Arenas, Championships, Money in the Bank briefcases and more better than ever. The Creation Suite works flawlessly which is important to note as the next game in the series unfortunately has many problems in it's Creation Suite.

    The Gameplay is also better than ever, having a lot of Match Types & Options/Sliders to edit, the best controls and mini-games, the smartest and most entertaining A.I we've seen to date in the series and introducing the Payback mechanic. The speed of the game isn't slow, and it's not comically fast either, it's the perfect pace (the framerate is also great, a big step up from 2K18). The Gameplay department is another area in which 2K20 failed to improve on and is filled with bugs/bad A.I, further making 2K19 the greatest to date.

    Despite the room for error in a game as complex as a Wrestling video game, this game barely had any major glitches, and most of them were ironed out and fixed during the patch period. (Once again something that can't be said for 2K20). The biggest glitch left in the game is the fact interference seemingly no longer works in Steel Cage matches.

    Other notable features present are the robust large Roster, the revamped story-driven MyCareer mode, added customization features in Universe Mode such as the new MITB system and the Match Table editor, and the return of 2K Showcase Mode featuring Daniel Bryan's greatest matches.    … Expand
  49. Asvanoq
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    Oh my freaking God this is number one best WWE game i ever play i hope everyone enjoy it this WWE game ever
  50. hector_bcn98
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Último WWE 2K que disfruté, si bien ya no le eché ni la cuarta parte de horas que antes.
  51. nerdCRITIC
    Nov 11, 2020
    8
    o ultimo jogo bom da franquia ate em tão,em bora o modo historia um tanto quanto estranho,porem criativo ate momentos,mas decepciona em aspectos quanto "crie sua arena" e "personalize os personagens" que só funcionam assim com dificuldade,mas reservam bem o que tinha de bom na franquia,mesmo não evoluindo em grandes aspectos,e sobre bugs,realmente estão bem menores na aqui
  52. mrpetition
    Mar 23, 2023
    8
    The best 2k game in my opinion. It got the best roster, gameplay is pretty good except some gameplay limitations that kinda sucks. My career is alright ig nothing that good really. Showcase was pretty good and just the overall gameplay and simulation is still fun to play to this day
  53. BigCRB
    Aug 25, 2021
    7
    Overall I do really like this game, but the lack of depth in Universe Mode and the inconsistency in quality of player models keeps me from rating the game higher. Though I do agree that this is one of the best, if not THE best entry the series has ever seen, 2K has a lot of work to do with regards to adding depth to the game to give it a higher replay factor.
  54. efekaan204
    Dec 31, 2021
    9
    I think the best wwe 2k game is the best optimization on pc. There are over 100 rosters that are really good. Best game to play until 2k 22 comes out
  55. DangerDave1409
    Dec 21, 2021
    5
    Bought it recently after the last one I played was WWE2k16 I guess. I really hated the submission mechanics and the poor graphics. I guess that is it for me with this series. Sad if I rethink my amazing times with the 2009 game.
  56. Dachell
    Mar 9, 2022
    8
    A pesar de que el wwe2k22 luce bastante atractivo creo que es más por lo diferente que es, lo nuevo siempre resultará atractivo. Para mi el juego definitivo de wwe2k es el wwe2k19. En general en el top 3 de juegos de wwe sólo detrás de 1- No mercy (64 nintendo) 2- Here come the pain 3- wwe 2k19.
  57. TenAdrian
    Jun 26, 2022
    7
    Game play is pretty good. Universe mode sucks. My carrer is good. Showcase is alright. AND....
    That's about it. Tbh pretty good. Not close to the older WWE games. But still not bad

Awards & Rankings

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#97 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#49 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#62 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 44
  3. Negative: 0 out of 44
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2019
    70
    It is not an indispensable addition to any wresting fan’s library, but it does give hope that next year we will get not just an adequate game, not even a good one, but one truly great. [13/2018, p.47]
  2. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 6, 2019
    75
    With a sixth game in series from the same creator, one would expect leaps and bounds of improvements during the course of several years. Sadly, we are still waiting for a great wrestling game to hit our gaming systems. WWE 2K19 offers a lot of things, but most of them are just old stuff with minor improvements or returning additions due to fans outcry.
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  3. GameOver.gr
    Nov 16, 2018
    60
    Even though there's a plethora of wrestlers, modes and features, WWE still utilizes a stiff control scheme that it’s just not working for us.
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