Iconic cover star John Cena, music megastar Bad
Bunny, and enhanced, updated game modes and features offer an ‘Even
Stronger’ experience
Today, 2K announced the Icon Edition and Deluxe
Edition of WWE® 2K23, the newest installment of the
flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, are
available now worldwide for PlayStation® 5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4
(PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The
Standard Edition and Cross-Gen will be available on
Friday, March 17, 2023. All editions feature different images of
16-time World Champion, Hollywood icon, record-setting
philanthropist, and WWE 2K23 Executive Soundtrack Producer,
John Cena.
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Today, 2K announced the Icon Edition and
Deluxe Edition of WWE® 2K23, the newest installment of the flagship
WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, are
available now worldwide for PlayStation® 5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4
(PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The Standard
Edition and Cross-Gen will be available on Friday, March 17, 2023.
All editions feature different images of 16-time World Champion,
Hollywood icon, record-setting philanthropist, and WWE 2K23
Executive Soundtrack Producer, John Cena. (Photo: Business
Wire)
“With each iteration of the WWE 2K franchise, our team strives
to add and improve features that players will love,” said Greg
Thomas, President at Visual Concepts. “We’re very proud of the work
that we’ve done on WWE 2K23 and the ‘You Can’t Beat Me’
Showcase, WarGames, enhancements to existing modes, and general
look and feel of the game. It truly is ‘Even Stronger.’”
WWE 2K23 features an array of new features and
improvements on existing fan-favorites:
- WarGames: The much-requested, chaotic and action-packed
WarGames makes its debut in WWE 2K23 and delivers
heart-pounding 3v3 and 4v4 single player or multiplayer mayhem
inside two side-by-side rings, surrounded by a double-steel
cage;
- “You Can’t Beat Me” 2K Showcase Starring John Cena:
Conquering John Cena in the ring is an accolade few Superstars can
claim. In an unprecedented twist on the 2K Showcase, players will
step into the boots of several of Cena’s toughest competitors with
one goal in mind: defeat the man who will “Never Give Up.” Spanning
his 20-year WWE career and narrated by Cena himself, this
interactive sports entertainment documentary uses 2K’s unique
Slingshot Tech for a seamless transition from gameplay to
live-action footage to bring pivotal moments in each match to life.
Check out the official “Even Stronger” Showcase trailer here;
- MyFACTION: Now featuring online multiplayer action, the
team-building mode in which players collect, manage, and upgrade an
array of WWE Superstars and Legends to create their ultimate
four-person factions returns.* Regular post-launch content in the
form of scheduled Live Events will arrive year-round, offering a
single-player experience with unique matchups curated by WWE 2K
designers, as well as the new Pink Diamond card tier set to arrive
post-launch. Players can collect multiple iterations and MyFACTION
exclusive looks for favorite Superstars, from the most coveted
historic looks to the most up-to-date changes happening on TV;
- MyGM: Boasting five new GMs, including Xavier Woods,
Tyler Breeze, Eric Bischoff, Kurt Angle, and Mick Foley, two new
brands, including NXT 2.0 and WCW, seven new match types, more
titles, endless play with multiple Seasons and Seasonal Challenges,
Hall of Fame progression, shake-ups that can change the way a GM
approaches booking their show, and a new cast of enhancement
talent, all for up to four players. Check out a first look at MyGM
from Woods and Breeze on WWE’s UpUpDownDown YouTube show here;
- Universe: In the ultimate WWE Universe sandbox that puts
players in charge of their own version of WWE, a new and improved
story system gives users control over rivalries like never before.
Winning matches gains momentum, as players build rivalries and
decide how their story is told;
- Creation Suite: A signature feature of the WWE 2K
franchise, the creation suite returns with cross-platform community
creations, including the ability to design custom Superstars, GMs,
arenas, entrances, move sets, championships and more. Custom arenas
are now playable online, and advanced customization has been added
to created entrances, as well as visual improvements to
Create-a-Superstar models and hundreds of new parts;
- MyRISE: Aspiring Superstars walk through the curtain for
their WWE debut in MyRISE and shape their career with the decisions
made along the way in two unique storylines: The Lock and The
Legacy. Featuring the ability to import custom created Superstars,
players journey from the humble beginnings of a Rookie, to being
immortalized as a WWE Legend;
- Even Stronger and Better Looking Roster: WWE 2K23
features a roster of 201 new and returning Superstars, including
Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Queen Zelina, Undertaker, Bron Breakker,
Chyna, Roxanne Perez, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Rhea Ripley, Drew
McIntyre, Cora Jade, Bianca Belair, Carmelo Hayes and many more**!
Plus Ruthless Aggression versions of John Cena, Batista, Randy
Orton and Brock Lesnar included in the Deluxe Edition and
Icon Edition***. All Superstars have an improved appearance.
The full roster list is available here;
- New Pin Kick-out Mechanic: In addition to the classic
button-mashing method, a new pin kick-out mechanic is available,
providing more accessibility and an alternative option for players
who prefer strategic timing;
- Bad Bunny Bonus Pack: Global music phenom Bad Bunny -
Billboard's Top Artist of the Year and one of the most streamed
artists in the world for 2022 - makes his WWE 2K debut****. Watch
Bad Bunny in action in the WWE 2K23 Bad Bunny Pre-Order
Bonus Trailer here.
- DLC Galore: Fan-favorite Superstars Bray Wyatt, The
O.C., The Steiner Brothers, Zeus, Wade Barrett, and Eve Torres
headline five packs of regular content updates through August, with
a total count of 24 new Superstars coming post-launch.
WWE 2K23 Editions and Pre-Order Bonus
WWE 2K23 features four editions of the game: Standard
Edition, Cross-Gen, Deluxe Edition, and Icon
Edition:
- The Standard Edition will be available March 17 for
$59.99 on previous-gen platforms (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and PC
and for $69.99 on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) in
both physical and digital formats;
- The Cross-Gen edition will be available digitally March
17 for $69.99 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The Cross-Gen
edition includes the Standard Edition across previous and
current-gen platforms within the same console family and the same
PlayStation or Xbox account*****;
- The Deluxe Edition is available now for $99.99 for PS4,
PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One in both physical and digital
formats, and on PC in digital format. The Deluxe Edition
includes the Standard Edition, Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, plus a
Season Pass to all five post-launch DLC content packs******; the
MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger; Ruby John Cena
MyFACTION Evo Card, Gold Edge MyFACTION Card, Emerald Bianca Belair
MyFACTION Card, Gold Asuka MyFACTION Card, and three Basic Premium
Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Deluxe Edition will be
available on March 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard
and Cross-Gen Editions!;
- The Icon Edition is available now for $119.99 for PS4,
PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, featuring original cover
art by renowned WWE-inspired artist Rob Schamberger. In addition to
the Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the
Deluxe Edition, the Icon Edition includes the
Ruthless Aggression Pack, celebrating 20 years of John
Cena’s WWE career by featuring John Cena’s early “Prototype”
character, as well as “Leviathan” Batista, developmental rookie
versions of Brock Lesnar and Randy Orton, the John Cena Legacy
Championship and WrestleMania 22 Arena. Additional bonus content
includes an Emerald Paul Heyman MyFACTION Manager Card, and three
Deluxe Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Icon Edition
will be available on March 14, 2023 – three days ahead of
Standard and Cross-Gen Editions!;
- Bad Bunny Bonus Pack Pre-Order Offer: Players who
pre-order the Standard Edition and Cross-Gen Digital
Bundle will receive the Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, which includes
Bad Bunny as a playable character, as well as a Ruby tier Bad Bunny
MyFACTION card. The Bad Bunny Bonus Pack is included in the
Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition, available now.
For more information on WWE 2K23, visit the game’s
official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on
TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe on YouTube. Official
campaign hashtags #WWE2K23 and #EvenStronger.
Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing
label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*WWE 2K23 and internet access required to play MyFACTION
content. Online Account (13+) required to access online features.
See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for
additional details.
**Some Superstars require unlocking via gameplay or via purchase
of SuperCharger, which unlocks all Legends available at
launch.
***Ruthless Aggression Pack included with Deluxe Edition
and Icon Edition only at launch.
**** Bad Bunny Bonus Pack Pre-Order Bonus Offer:
Pre-order bonus offer available through March 16, 2023 for orders
of WWE 2K23 Standard Edition and Cross Gen Digital Edition. Offer
is for one (1) Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, which includes playable Bad
Bunny character and Ruby tier MyFACTION card. Bad Bunny Bonus Pack
is included with the Deluxe and Icon Editions. For digital
pre-orders, items will be automatically entitled on March 17, 2023.
For physical pre-orders, items will be redeemed in game via code
provided in box. Terms apply.
*****PlayStation 5 console required to play PS5 version.
PlayStation 4 console required to play PS4 version. Xbox Series X|S
console required to play Xbox Series X|S version. Xbox One console
required to redeem and use Xbox One version.
****** For digital orders, post-launch DLC will be automatically
delivered upon release for PC users, available for download in the
PlayStation store/Library tile for PS4 and PS5 users, and available
for download in the Microsoft Store for Xbox users. For physical
orders, post-launch DLC will be available upon release and redeemed
in game via code provided in box. DLC will also be available for
purchase separately
About 2K
Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive
entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and
mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail
and digital download. The Company is home to many talented
development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games,
Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber and HB
Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and
entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K;
renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s
Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️
SuperCard franchises; as well as the critically and commercially
acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K. Additional information about 2K and its
products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official
social media channels.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software,
Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive
entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops
and publishes products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K,
Private Division, and Zynga. Our products are currently designed
for console gaming systems, PC, and Mobile including smartphones
and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital
download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The
Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the
symbol TTWO.
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with the pandemic continues to evolve; the risks of conducting
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by the Federal Reserve and other central banks, including on our
short-term investment portfolio; the impact of inflation;
volatility in foreign currency exchange rates; our dependence on
key management and product development personnel; our dependence on
our NBA 2K and Grand Theft Auto products and our ability to develop
other hit titles; our ability to leverage opportunities on
PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S; the timely release and
significant market acceptance of our games; the ability to maintain
acceptable pricing levels on our games; and risks associated with
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risks summarized in the section entitled "Risk Factors," the
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