WWE 2K25 Delivers Strong Gameplay but Falls Short with New Features

The latest installment in the WWE 2K series offers polished wrestling mechanics and engaging modes, though its ambitious new hub mode fails to meet expectations.

WWE 2K25 introduces 'The Island,' a new hub mode with quests and themed areas, but critics found it underwhelming and overly focused on microtransactions.
The Bloodline 2K Showcase mode, narrated by Paul Heyman, highlights the dynasty's iconic matches and allows players to rewrite wrestling history.
New match types, including Bloodline Rules and Underground matches, received mixed feedback due to lackluster implementation and limited innovation.
Core gameplay remains solid, with improved visuals, refined animations, and the return of intergender wrestling, adding variety to matches.
While MyGM mode benefits from online multiplayer, MyRise career mode is criticized for its shallow storytelling and diminished depth compared to previous years.