WWE 2K Battlegrounds

 Xbox One
User Score
5.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 26
  3. Negative: 12 out of 26
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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    WWE 2K Battlegrounds is a different approach to the other 2K wrestling games from franchise and is more arcade than simulation driven. The game’s price of admission is a bit hefty for what it is, and the micro transaction system is in full force on top of that. However as a game for fans of wrestling WWE 2K Battlegrounds has established itself with a more style than the previous franchiseWWE 2K Battlegrounds is a different approach to the other 2K wrestling games from franchise and is more arcade than simulation driven. The game’s price of admission is a bit hefty for what it is, and the micro transaction system is in full force on top of that. However as a game for fans of wrestling WWE 2K Battlegrounds has established itself with a more style than the previous franchise offerings of WWE games from 2k. A game developer, somewhere at 2K and Saber Interactive, has made an effort to overhaul the fun with this years release. Gameplay in WWE 2K Battlegrounds is basic but that keeps the controls from hindering the more arcade style thats set out to ensure you have fun. There is little depth to the wrestler’s move sets and although different classes of wrestlers have different moves, a lot of these are actually shared even between the more iconic wrestlers on the roster. Despite the minimalist gameplay mechanics, the game still maintains fun to play and the wrestlers even have special moves.There are different game modes with the highlight of them being the King of the Battleground which is a mash up of a Battle Royale where the last wrestler standing wins. WWE 2k Battlegrounds like most wrestling games, is more fun when you play with your friends, but there is also a campaign mode, and I must say it is indeed better than WWE 2K20’s was. Gone are the strange faces, clipping, and distorted voices this year. While this all might sound great, there is still one enormous complaint that many will have and thats the micro transactions. You can grind to unlock wrestlers by grinding or if you just want to play as your favorite wrestlers from the moment you buy the game, then you can opt to purchase them for immediate access. WWE 2K Battlegrounds is definitely one of the best WWE 2K games over its many years, so if you’re a fan this is an absolute must buy, if not a huge wrestling fan but do enjoy it on occasion be sure to pick it up on sale. Even the achievement hunters will rejoice in the easily obtained gamer score in this years release for your Xbox One console.… Expand
  2. Kongj24
    Sep 19, 2020
    9
    Don’t fall for the bad reviews saying that you can’t play as you’re favorite superstars because it’s locked behind a paywall. Yes some super stars are locked but you can get them with the in game currency given by winning matches. You’re given a lot of currency per match to. The other currency is payed for but you can unlock everything with the in game currency without paying a dime. It’sDon’t fall for the bad reviews saying that you can’t play as you’re favorite superstars because it’s locked behind a paywall. Yes some super stars are locked but you can get them with the in game currency given by winning matches. You’re given a lot of currency per match to. The other currency is payed for but you can unlock everything with the in game currency without paying a dime. It’s not forced on you to pay. Don’t believe the crying **** that haven’t even played the game yet. It’s fun and it’s at a reasonable price.… Expand
  3. Pickyplayer88
    Sep 20, 2020
    8
    The more you play this game the more fun it actually gets. My initial thoughts were that this game was very simple and would become boring early on. However the more you explore the more you find things to do and ways to give yourself variety. The controls take some getting used to but they are simple and the fighting mechanics are actually quite fun. You need to understand this is not aThe more you play this game the more fun it actually gets. My initial thoughts were that this game was very simple and would become boring early on. However the more you explore the more you find things to do and ways to give yourself variety. The controls take some getting used to but they are simple and the fighting mechanics are actually quite fun. You need to understand this is not a sim game but is more arcade style like In Your House and Wrestlemania were ages ago. There definitely is a micro transaction system that can become annoying. However, you can unlock dozens of wrestlers just by playing the campaign and doing a few daily challenges. If they gave you all the wrestlers at once, the game would become boring quickly. I find myself being challenged, while also being able to have fun in the process. Definitely give the game a chance before you post a negative review… Expand
  4. fronin
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    I have loved this game it is really extremely addictive and excellent in every detail in its fighting genre I recommend it
  5. Ray6701
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    Awesome game dude I love it so much its really amazing and it's really cool well done
  6. Gunblade44
    Oct 14, 2021
    8
    This game is to WWE what Blitz is/was to NFL. It's an arcade wrestling game that functions well enough. In fact it functions ALMOST better than ANY WWE 2K game to date.

    The ONLY major flaw is the reward system. Instead of getting anything for unlocking WWE Stars you get.... the Star you unlocked. No added costumes to your create a wrestler. No added signatures or finishers for your    This game is to WWE what Blitz is/was to NFL. It's an arcade wrestling game that functions well enough. In fact it functions ALMOST better than ANY WWE 2K game to date.

    The ONLY major flaw is the reward system. Instead of getting anything for unlocking WWE Stars you get.... the Star you unlocked. No added costumes to your create a wrestler. No added signatures or finishers for your create a wrestler. Nothing but that star. This leaves no incentive to ever unlock anyone beyond the stars you will want to play as, and then put the game down.

    The obvious answer was to make it so these things unlock more rewards and you would have had more people playing and buying not just the stars they wanted, but all of them. Big OOF.    … Expand

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58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 13
  3. Negative: 3 out of 13
  1. Gamers' Temple
    Nov 22, 2021
    55
    The game has tons of items to unlock and an overall good amount of stuff to do, but all of this really falls flat when the gameplay gets so repetitive. No matter what mode you play, there isn’t much gameplay variety outside of the standard gameplay mechanics. You don’t have the options that you get in the usual WWE 2K yearly release and it all wears thin fast and becomes a chore to play. The game is honestly fun at first, but it just doesn’t hold up well in the long run. I honestly prefer WWE 2K20 over Battlegrounds and that’s saying a lot with all the problems that game had.
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  2. Xbox Achievements
    Dec 16, 2020
    70
    The game will perpetually get compared to WWE All Stars and I think it’s fair. I have to admit that through my rose colored glasses, I remember All Stars as the better overall title at launch, but the lack of roster depth (including no women) and the fact that it died off because its parent studio did really hurt its potential. The fact that Battlegrounds still that potential to be discovered and 2K can do so much more with it makes this an interesting title to watch, and one I’d recommend giving a shot if it intrigues you enough.
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  3. MGG Spain
    Oct 9, 2020
    70
    WWE 2K Battlegrounds is a fun and needed change for the series, that became too gritty and complex. Now this game is closer to the 90's arcade games and may not be as deep as previous WWE games, but its fun as hell, and if you are one of those who love wrestling, you'll like this one.
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