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WWE 2K23 Review and Rating: A Much More Powerful Version Than We Expected

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After a long wait, the new wrestling game WWE 2K23 has finally been released by developer Visual Concepts and well-known publisher 2K Games, and although it is an annual game, this year's version is completely different from any other version. This time the game has put itself back in the right direction, improving its features in a way we didn't expect.

Together, by analyzing and reviewing the WWE 2K23 game, we will learn about its gameplay. In addition to the incredible graphics we got, movement mechanics and much more. So, without further ado, you are invited to review the game.

The gameplay demo this time was presented in a different way. This time, it was related to the character of the wrestler “John Cena”, the first and only two-time cover champion of the game, which had not happened with any other wrestler before. Where it provided a different experience for one of the most successful wrestlers in the history of this sport.

First, his first fights, which contributed to his rise on the ladder of success, when he wore a different uniform than usual. And so he climbed the fighter's career until he reached the last fights that defined Sena's life.

The story presents a group of crucial matches in the life of the wrestler John Cena. Of course, we will not mention to you what these matches are, so as not to burn them, as they are also well-known and international. But what I liked most about the presentation of the story is the focus on the small details in these aspects of the wrestler Cena's fights. There will also be specific challenges in each match that will receive rewards for completing them.

This aspect for me, as a player of the previous parts, is a really positive point in this game series. Because Free Wrestling Federation is based on different scenarios and stories, and this part has been missing from the player's favorite wrestling title for a long time. But the difference and versatility of this part is that you can play with different wrestlers in each match, instead of being limited to just one main character.

The gameplay, unfortunately, isn't significantly different from previous installments, especially last year's game. In fact, there's nothing new to add here. The game doesn't need a tighter playstyle or control than it does now, so the idea of keeping it as it was was definitely a good one.

The most notable thing about this aspect is the smoothness of control, which was a big problem in the past. Despite the advancement of technology and the difficulty of controlling games, especially in sports games, you will never feel that controlling the fighters and directing blows to the opponent can be difficult, a seat, or even the need to press several buttons.

The distinguishing aspect was the addition of a large number of fighters in the game, more than any previous part. At launch, there are approximately 143 fighters and fighters without counting the post-launch fighter packs, which is a huge number for the game compared to the previous parts.

Additionally, there are usually stages in the game that are needed in this part and were largely missed in the previous parts, such as the Fatal 4 stage, which is based on do or die 4 players facing off against each other. Best of all, the game has a whole new set of ideas and modes to try out for the first time, much like War Games.

Realism is what we were looking for in the game, the commands and movement mechanics of the characters are now more realistic than before. All of this can be combined with the smoothness of the controls, the sounds of the crowd and the way the wrestlers enter to give the feeling of being watching a live episode of Smack Dawn or RAW.

In this year's edition, the development team focused on already known game modes like My GM and My Rise. But on the other hand, it became more focused on the game's large-scale purchasing system, and this is a big negative point.

The series continues to impress with its customization system, as it offers the player so many options to choose which character design they want to start their professional career with. Especially since the NXT arena is now fully dominated in the game, like all other requests.

The graphics, sounds and lighting of this part were improved, elaborated and very lively. In addition, observing the interaction of the audience and many details that surprised us a lot.

We would like to thank the development team for adding the Saudi wrestling ring as a support for Arab players and for having a realistic arena for this major event within Saudi territory. This proves the importance of Arab events in major international events such as the Free Wrestling Federation and others.

WWE 2K23 Review and Rating

Positives

  • New game modes were added for the first time in the series. Among them were the War Games mode in which 6 or 8 players compete in 3v3 or 4v4, MyRise which is the career mode, MyFaction, MyGM, John Cena's Showcase interface and many other interesting things.
  • The return of story mode with a new look to narrate the crucial events in the inauguration of one of the greatest fighters.
  • A significant improvement in gameplay in terms of ease of control, smooth character movement and button customization. Also a new way to uninstall.
  • Realistic designs in the form of fighters, arenas, and more. This part has amazing graphics that are the best so far in the series. Not to mention the improved addition.
  • Return of desirable game types missed in previous parts.
  • Building patterns and customization are among the positive things that have added a lot to the game when building arenas, showing off fighter designs, and sharing them with the game's community.
  • Great stability in tire rate and free from technical problems.

Negatives

  • Some game modes take longer to load than usual.
  • Some phases focus on the purchasing system.
  • The AI in the game varies greatly.
  • In-game purchase system.
  • Some of the modes I find very boring, but may attract other players.

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Final score – 8.5

8.5

Very good

The series started off on the right track with the WWE 2K23 game, offering different and stronger content than the previous installments with some negative points that can go unnoticed compared to the size of the positive points. If you are a wrestling fan, then this partial game is your first choice, and if you are new to the field of wrestling games, this entry will also be the best choice.

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