WWE 2K23

 PlayStation 5
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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 109 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 19 out of 109
  3. Negative: 26 out of 109
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  1. MikeG01
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    I’ve been playing wrestling games since the original Nintendo days and this is by far the best one I’ve ever played. This game blows AEW away!!! Finally feels like I have complete control of the WWE. Can’t stop playing this one, I’ve been having a blast with it. May not be for everyone but it’s worth every penny in my opinion.
  2. DabSmacker802
    Sep 4, 2023
    5
    MyRise mode is just a hunk of garbage. It's last year's game with a fresh coat of ****
  3. MagicMouss
    Sep 1, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [FR]
    Bon je ne sais pas par ou commencer.
    2k prend les fans de catch pour des idiots depuis beaucoup trop longtemps.
    Les jeux de catch ont toujours été des jeux fun en multi-joueur, surtout en local.
    Quoi de mieux que de passer une aprem avec son meilleur pote à se taper dessus ou à martyriser l'IA dans des matchs à stipulations variées et extrêmes ?
    Le problème ici, c'est qu'il n'y a pas grand chose à faire et qu'on a vite fait le tour des matchs, surtout en co-op. Les temps ou l'on pouvait se battre en backstage en 2 vs 2 minimum me manquent. Sur 2k23, tout est fait pour jouer seul, ou pour vous affronter avec vos amis, mais pas coopérer. Au bout de 10 ans de 2K sport, l'espoir de voir le retour des stipulations fun qui ont fait la légende des jeux WWE chez THQ est enterrée (ou buried alive comme ce match qui existait avant quand les consoles étaient moins puissantes).
    Parlons du gameplay maintenant, le jeu est très trèèèèèèès lourd en main, rempli de bugs, de petites cinématiques qui vous feront taper dans le vide ou de réactions irréalistes qui peuvent vous faire perdre un match bêtement (par exemple votre superstar qui enclanche une cinématique dans laquelle elle se plaint alors qu'il y a un adversaire avec un finisher qui attend pour vous cueillir gratuitement, ou encore les animations d'entrée et de sortie de ring, dans les cordes etc qui peuvent vous faire perdre l'avantage sur votre adversaire si elles ne sont pas anticipées). Il ya aussi le système de paralysie et d'étourdissement qui est mal fait. Tu peux perdre un match en 2 coups de poing, ou tu peux te prendre l'animation de sortie de ring après avoir pris seulement une seule prise même si tu domine tout le match (sur les triple threat tu peux perdre de cette horrible manière avec le corps indemne, l'ia profitant de ton travail sur l'autre ia et t'infligeant ce glitch pour te sortir du match). Le ciblage est lui aussi catastrophique.
    Pour ce qui est des modes de jeux, étant un joueur FUT, je suis évidemment à fond dans My Faction, trouvant la durée de vie des autres modes ridicules. Ce mode My Faction est une catastrophe. Le contenu est ridicule, le prix des pack est atroce et les moyens de gagner de l'argent à dépenser pour les acheter sont très limités. Vous devez jouer 1h pour obtenir de quoi vous payer un pack qui contiendra surement un doublon sans valeur. Les live events, proving grounds sont remplis de matchs à plusieurs, or , wwe 2k23 ne sait pas gérer les matchs à plusieurs. Le jeu crash automatiquement dés qu'il y a plus de 3 catcheurs sur le ring. La maniabilité digne d'un 33 tonnes, le fait que l'ia est réglée avec le cul et vous cible à chaque fois parmi les 6 catcheurs, quitte à se mettre à plusieurs sur vous alors que c'est chacun pour soi. Elle est aussi capable de courir d'un bout de l'arène à l'autre sans relâche après vous comme ci vous lui deviez de l'argent. Mais ne vous inquiétez pas, pour répondre à cette incompétence, 2k vous a rempli le mode de matchs 6-man (hell in a cell, money in the bank, ladder,...). Il n'y a que ça, partout. Ce qui fait du seul mode avec de la replay value un véritable enfer.

    Pour le reste pas envie de m'y attarder des modes qui passent mais auxquels on ne jouera qu'une seule fois avant de se lasser. Le mode création est peut être le seul point positif, quoi que 2k n'a toujours pas eu la bonne idée de proposer le fait de transférer ses superstars et les listes de coups d'un jeu à l'autre ce qui force à recommencer tous les ans. C'est fatiguant de tout refaire à l'identique, une perte de temps (surtout la liste de coups).

    Bref un jeu à acheter en promo à 25€ max pour pas se faire avoir.

    R.I.P. les jeux de catch, qui nous ont quitté en 2014.    … Expand
  4. Harthik69
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Nice Game. Would love to play again in future. Good Graphics and mechanics!!!
  5. TJISHERE2022
    Aug 13, 2023
    0
    It's disappointing that I left a good review when the game came out finally and now it's already gone. In just one month, 2K had the entire game broken with small patch updates and poor DLC. They obviously can do more, but doesn't care to. 2K is the most laziest company ever. I can see why every year they fail at everything. The price is down for a reason. I will remember to never buy a 2KIt's disappointing that I left a good review when the game came out finally and now it's already gone. In just one month, 2K had the entire game broken with small patch updates and poor DLC. They obviously can do more, but doesn't care to. 2K is the most laziest company ever. I can see why every year they fail at everything. The price is down for a reason. I will remember to never buy a 2K game again until they actually fix everything. Only thing they care about is making money from MyFaction and not making players happy. The community creators do everything 2K says they can't do. Maybe you should be fired and replaced. That is my #1 wish right now for your company. DO YOUR JOB!!!… Expand
  6. jose12342
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    a mi gusto un 112 de 10 es un juego que desde que era un niño me gusta desde los 11 años
  7. Kicerdc
    Jul 27, 2023
    8
    Game is pretty good go play that! Just need a lot of improvement. Missing some features is disappointing.
  8. imalynxcat
    Jul 26, 2023
    8
    güncel wwe oyunlarından en elle tutulabilir olanı. 1 haftada 50 saatten fazla eğlendirdi beni. mygm modu daha özenli ve mantık çerçevesinde hazırlanmış olsa oyuna 10 puan verebilirdim.
  9. raw603
    Jul 3, 2023
    0
    A hollow same ol' same ol' annual release with some flashy graphics but no substance.
  10. Merrrlin
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de pelea de la saga prácticamente, la personalización de sus personajes es simplemente una maravilla, su jugabilidad es fluida y natural, me encantó lo recomiendo fuertemente
  11. ShadyWons
    Jun 18, 2023
    3
    Online server are awful! We spent 80€ and game crash after 5-6 minutes if you try to play online
  12. Divisionbell
    Jun 11, 2023
    9
    Another excellent wrestling game that basically improves on everything the last one had. Can’t get over all of the negative reviews from people who seem intent on trashing a great game. Ignore them. If you’re a fan of wrestling games, this one is a must have.
  13. Giosbet619
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. WWE 2K23 is the latest installment in the popular wrestling video game franchise, and it delivers an exhilarating experience for both longtime fans and newcomers. This game brings several positive aspects to the table, making it a standout release in the series. Let's dive into some of the notable strengths of WWE 2K23:

    1. Enhanced Gameplay Mechanics: One of the most commendable aspects of WWE 2K23 is its refined gameplay mechanics. The developers have made significant improvements to the controls, making the in-ring action feel more responsive and realistic. The moves, strikes, and grapples flow smoothly, allowing for dynamic and engaging matches.

    2. Visual Realism: WWE 2K23 boasts impressive visual upgrades, with realistic character models and detailed arenas. The wrestlers' appearances are remarkably authentic, capturing their likenesses and mannerisms with great attention to detail. The lighting effects and crowd animations further contribute to the immersive experience, making matches feel like actual WWE events.

    3. Deep Roster: The game features a deep roster of WWE Superstars, including legends and current stars, allowing players to step into the shoes of their favorite wrestlers. The diverse selection ensures that there are plenty of options for creating dream matches and rivalries, adding to the game's replay value.

    4. Engaging Game Modes: WWE 2K23 offers a variety of engaging game modes to keep players entertained. From the popular "MyCareer" mode, where you can create and develop your own wrestler's journey, to the "Universe" mode, where you can simulate and customize WWE shows and storylines, there are ample opportunities for immersive and personalized gameplay experiences.

    5. Comprehensive Creation Suite: The game's creation suite is robust, giving players extensive options to create their own wrestlers, arenas, championships, and more. The level of customization available is impressive, allowing players to unleash their creativity and share their creations with the WWE 2K community.

    6. Online Multiplayer: WWE 2K23 offers online multiplayer modes, enabling players to compete against each other in intense matches. Whether it's testing your skills against friends or challenging players worldwide, the online component adds an extra layer of excitement and competition to the game.

    In conclusion, WWE 2K23 delivers an outstanding wrestling experience with notable improvements across various aspects. From refined gameplay mechanics to stunning visuals and a deep roster, the game caters to the desires of wrestling fans, providing hours of thrilling and immersive gameplay. With its engaging game modes and comprehensive creation suite, WWE 2K23 offers a truly remarkable experience for fans of the genre.    … Expand
  14. CAucoin98
    May 30, 2023
    8
    WWE 2K23 was a good game it had it's flaws but I'd say it took what WWE 2K22 did well and improved on it I did like the inclusion of WarGames and dual title entrances but what sucked was Cody Rhodes theme isn't selectible for Create an Entrance
  15. ikeaOwO
    May 27, 2023
    7
    Looks like the best wwe 2k series. As it's a wwe 2k series, there are countless bugs and personally there's only a little difference compared to the 2k22 and the meagre roster was very disappointing, but I still had fun playing. Sounds good for wwe game series initiation!
  16. Dave315
    May 22, 2023
    3
    The game constantly crashes.
    My faction has been completely ruined with the drip feed content.
    Online mode is just unplayable. There is some good points to the game the community creations this year are unbelievable but the community creation mode doesn't always work which is really annoying. I would give this game a miss stick with wwe2k22 and wait for wwe2k24 with the hope they have    The game constantly crashes.
    My faction has been completely ruined with the drip feed content.
    Online mode is just unplayable.
    There is some good points to the game the community creations this year are unbelievable but the community creation mode doesn't always work which is really annoying. I would give this game a miss stick with wwe2k22 and wait for wwe2k24 with the hope they have sorted out the bugs.    … Expand
  17. normlessness
    May 21, 2023
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Played through Showcase and Myrise for unlockables. All was well. Then started Universe mode and crap hit the fan. The worst glitch is managers do not come out properly. The manager you select first will work in Universe Mode but after that it's a complete gamble. Support from 2K has been useless. If your favorite mode is Universe Mode stick with 2k22.… Expand
  18. Bigroko
    May 12, 2023
    10
    It's a good game but I won't buy it next year. I'll wait 4 years or so. People just hate on 2k but in reality, it's our fault for buying from them yearly. This is the second WWE game I buy and my first game was No Mercy for N64. YOU want to make a change stop buying from them otherwise keep complaining.
  19. realhamidreza
    May 9, 2023
    7
    I expected more from this version than the previous version and it is definitely better, but it could be better, especially in the show case section, of course, the My Career section has more features than the previous version, and the addition of wargames can be one of its positive points.
  20. Sukhveer
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    This game is 10000x times better than WWE 2K22. WWE 2K23 is Much Stronger this time and I will tell you why. This game's ai is smarter, universe mode still is kinda boring but works good, The Men's MyRise is awesome, havent tried Women's MyRise yet but i know its gonna be great and finally GM Mode is a massive imprpvemntb. It finally has midcard and main evebt titles now on each brand. NowThis game is 10000x times better than WWE 2K22. WWE 2K23 is Much Stronger this time and I will tell you why. This game's ai is smarter, universe mode still is kinda boring but works good, The Men's MyRise is awesome, havent tried Women's MyRise yet but i know its gonna be great and finally GM Mode is a massive imprpvemntb. It finally has midcard and main evebt titles now on each brand. Now has 3 brands to compete with and much more. I'll give this game 25/10 if possible. Thank you for reading. … Expand
  21. Alex_Midnight
    Apr 17, 2023
    4
    So this years game is a step in the right direction. The myrise story is actually pretty good . Graphics are pretty nice . The gameplay could be better but that’s expected when your using an outdated game engine. Myfaction is playable to an extent. But the reason for the 4/10 is the horrific online servers . These servers are worse then last years game . So with how bad these servers areSo this years game is a step in the right direction. The myrise story is actually pretty good . Graphics are pretty nice . The gameplay could be better but that’s expected when your using an outdated game engine. Myfaction is playable to an extent. But the reason for the 4/10 is the horrific online servers . These servers are worse then last years game . So with how bad these servers are with the lobby’s crashing and myfaction just not working online . The single player modes can’t save this game from this review. When after how many patches ur servers continue to be horrible and online being unplayable. Then the price should not be 70$ it should be like 40$ at best . Because once again 2k releases another unfinished game . An I’d go as far as saying this is worse then 2k20’s release. Oh an I forgot to mention all the glitches and hackers that plague this game .… Expand
  22. redraven96
    Apr 14, 2023
    4
    the game sucks at best to the point it felt like a the generic yearly sports title
    last good wwe game imo was like wwe 2k14 or 2k16
  23. CrocodiiLee
    Apr 10, 2023
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't really understand how this year's game is getting better reviews than last year's. The only thing they improved was the bug's corrections. Everything else, or almost, is the same or worse.
    MyRise "The Lock" is boring as hell, 70% of the time you are playing against fake characters created by 2K. When we start a MyRise career the expectation is to be involved in the WWE universe in a immersive way, Last year's wasn't perfect, but was BY FAR better.
    Universe Mode is bland as hell, they even removed the show's intros. What's the sense of the universe mode overall? The only thing you do is fight -> menu -> fight -> menu. You have some cutscenes based on rivalries, but even those are so short and have 0 impact overall. Universe Mode should be something where you set the show of that day, click start and then watch it / play it as a real show. Not isolated matches followed my menus.
    Well, I don't really know I feel like the formula to have a good WWE game is easy but 2K keeps making it hard for no reason.
    Some Pros:
    - Community creations still really good!
    - Import custom superstar to MyRise is amazing
    - Gameplay is the same, but with less bugs and that's nice.    … Expand
  24. Punisherrl
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Great new features love how they added quick recovery by pressing R1 and the times pin counrlt mini game is a great addition. John Cena showcase is great much longer than 2k22
  25. Joviel12
    Apr 9, 2023
    3
    Game had potential to be great but like always with 2K is buggy and sloppy. Only somewhat enjoyable mode were showcase and Myrise. Story was good but gameplay is very messy. MyFaction is a complete joke again with not even having any decent cards unlocked for months. AI is legit some of the worst AI in a WWE game. Save your money and grab this on sale for $20 just for the story modes.
  26. Officialalexj7
    Apr 6, 2023
    7
    It's better than last year but I hate myrise so much. I don't want to play as a women wrestler to unlock stuff I cannot buy on the store.
  27. Yaters
    Apr 2, 2023
    2
    It gets a 1 star rating from me because of Cena Being nearly impossible to beat in Showcase mode with undertaker So Far. Also Roman ain't no 99! He's an 89 at best solo!
  28. ehtaco
    Mar 29, 2023
    9
    Very good -- surprisingly good, tbh. One of the better pro wrestling games of the last decade. WarGames is a disappointment, but everything else is a blast for the most part.
  29. Tino2010
    Mar 27, 2023
    7
    Gm mode is still lacking alot of features which makes it kind of boring showcase mode this year is ok the the unlockable superstars from showcase mode makes no sense who want to play with for example aj styles 2016 or john 2002 or edge 2006 version why not add other superstars that are not in the game and then there are to many bugs which makes the game so frustrating
  30. vp11291
    Mar 26, 2023
    8
    The best of the WWE 2K series. Great graphics and gameplay, difficult and customizable AI with expanded and improved features to every mode that was available in 2k22…Plus WARGAMES! Finally universe mode has been improved greatly as well. Took everything from an already good WWE 2K22 and added just a bit more but improved SO MUCH at the same time. It’s not quite a 9 out of 10 butThe best of the WWE 2K series. Great graphics and gameplay, difficult and customizable AI with expanded and improved features to every mode that was available in 2k22…Plus WARGAMES! Finally universe mode has been improved greatly as well. Took everything from an already good WWE 2K22 and added just a bit more but improved SO MUCH at the same time. It’s not quite a 9 out of 10 but definitely an 8/8.5 out of 10. Next game just needs more match types! special referee, ambulance, inferno, buried alive etc and more variety of cutscenes like backstage interactions. All in all a great game.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Pocket-lint
    Jun 23, 2023
    80
    WWE 2K23 takes the huge improvements made with last year's game and adds all manner of polish and tweaks. The game modes are each enhanced, while superstar and custom wrestler models look better than they ever have before. You won't find as many changes in the ring itself, but the sheer amount of content and the addition of the WarGames match should prove more than enough for fans.
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  2. Meristation
    Apr 18, 2023
    80
    WWE 2K23 offers a great amount of content for every WWE fan, no matter what mode will chose to enjoy. Technically above average and with a profound but affordable gameplay, its easy to have a great time with this game, although it has some aspects to improve yet.
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  3. Finger Guns
    Apr 10, 2023
    80
    After taking a year off to refine the formula, WWE 2K23 is back with a bang. Graphically impressive, filled to bursting with wrestlers and content, it’s a fitting continuation for long-time fans. It’s just that little bit too overwhelming for lapsed fans that are coming in fresh, but it does at least try to accommodate.
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