WWE 2K25 review

• Available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC
• Released on 7 March 2025
• Developed by Visual Concepts/2K

With each passing year, the WWE 2K series has inched closer to greatness. Now, with WWE 2K25, it feels like Visual Concepts has finally nailed it. Building on everything that made last year’s entry such a hit, this one raises the bar again. If you’re a wrestling fan, this is the game you’ve been waiting for.

There’s no shortage of content here. MyRise returns, this time with a unified storyline that lets you take a male or female superstar from unknown to undisputed. Showcase mode is back too, this time narrated by Paul Heyman and focused on the Bloodline. You’ll relive some of the most iconic matches in WWE history, and even have the chance to rewrite them. The way real-life footage blends into gameplay is just as slick and satisfying as ever.

Beyond that, modes like MyGM and MyFaction offer different kinds of depth, and if you’re playing on PS5 or Xbox Series X|S, you’ll get access to The Island. It’s a new semi-open world where you can roam between matches, level up your custom character, and explore. It’s an interesting addition, but like MyFaction, it’s bogged down by persistent nudges toward microtransactions. Want to grab that cool new jacket for your superstar? Be ready to spend a heap of VC or real-world money.

It’s frustrating, especially when the core experience is so strong. The push for in-game purchases might turn off some players, but if you can ignore it, WWE 2K25 still delivers an incredible package. The depth and variety on offer more than make up for the occasional wallet-grab.

Where WWE 2K25 really shines is in the ring. Gameplay feels tighter than ever, with small refinements that make matches flow more naturally. Chain wrestling returns, giving you more technical options, and the addition of barricade diving adds extra flair to high-flying moments. Wrestlers look better than ever, with improved visuals that bring them even closer to their real-life counterparts. Every arena is full of personality, and it’s a blast seeing it all play out.

There are still a few hiccups. Trying to interact with objects like tables and ladders can be hit or miss, especially if you’re not perfectly aligned. A few awkward animations still sneak through too. You’ll probably notice it during specific Showcase objectives that require precise setups. These aren’t dealbreakers by any means, but they’re reminders that the game isn’t flawless.

What is flawless, though, is the sheer scale of the roster. It’s huge. Whether you’re a fan of today’s stars like Rhea Ripley and Cody Rhodes or you grew up watching Razor Ramon and Bret Hart, you’ll find your favourites. For the first time, intergender matches are in too. Want to pit Becky Lynch against the Undertaker? You can.

Sure, there’s always room to grow. But for now, WWE 2K25 is the best this series has ever been. A few rough edges and those ever-present microtransactions aside, this is the ultimate package for wrestling fans. With thrilling matches, brilliant presentation, and a ton of ways to play, it’s hard to imagine anyone doing it better.