WWE 2K22
WWE 2K returns with all the features you can handle in WWE 2K22, the twenty-sixth professional wrestling game in the WWE game franchise and the ninth game in the WWE 2K series! Get ripped out of the stands and hit with complete control of the WWE Universe. Throw down with the biggest and most realistic-looking WWE Superstars and Legends. Relive pivotal moments in Rey Mysterio's iconic career in 2K Showcase. Hitting this hard has never been so easy!
What it feels like
The game embraces the over-the-top spectacle and theatrical energy of WWE broadcast wrestling.
What it's about
Professional wrestling competition is the core subject; the game simulates real WWE athletes and matches.
How it plays
WWE 2K22 is fundamentally a fighting game where players execute wrestling moves, reversals, and signature attack sequences that demand timing and combo knowledge. Close-quarters grappling, striking, and body-contact combat is the primary interaction mode. Players can customize and specialize wrestlers via move sets, abilities, and stat distribution.
How it's structured
Matches play out in bounded wrestling rings rather than open environments, with defined entry and exit points. Head-to-head matches against opponents—human or AI—are a core mode. The 2K Showcase career mode and match variants support solo play throughout.
Kindred games
Shares Fighting-Game Combos, Melee Combat, Arena-Based, Competitive PvP.
Both lean into Fighting-Game Combos, Melee Combat, Competitive PvP, Arena-Based.
Shares Sports, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Builds.
Both lean into Sports, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Single-Player.
Shares Sports, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Builds.
Both lean into Sports, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Single-Player.
Closest hidden gems
A lesser-known kindred — Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Builds, Online Co-op. 88% positive across 4,614 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Single-Player, Character Builds.
A lesser-known kindred — Sports, Deep Simulation, Competitive PvP. 86% positive across 4,517 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Sports, Deep Simulation, Single-Player, Campaign.
A lesser-known kindred — Sports, Competitive PvP, Arena-Based. 93% positive across 4,231 Steam reviews.
Both lean into Sports, Single-Player, Campaign, Competitive PvP.