WWE 2K25 Delivers an NBA-2K-Style Island Hub, Intergender Matches, and More in March

2K Games has officially lifted the curtain on WWE 2K25, the latest iteration of wrestling’s biggest gaming franchise, set to release on March 14 across PC (Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Following incremental changes in recent entries, developer Visual Concepts appears to be taking a bolder approach, adding an online social hub (The Island), intergender matches, and a larger-than-ever roster—over 300 Superstars—with the added freedom to pit any competitor against any other. Below is the first teaser trailer, along with details on new modes, special editions, and release date options.

The Island: WWE Meets NBA 2K

One of WWE 2K25’s headline additions is The Island, an online hub reminiscent of NBA 2K’s City/Neighborhood. Up to 50 players can gather in the same instance to:

• Explore: Engage in challenges, minigames, and unique storylines.

• Socialize: Hang out with other wrestling fans, shop for cosmetics, and show off custom outfits.

• Compete: Accept one-off matches or specialty events.

Interestingly, The Island includes an exclusive storyline that sees players trying to impress Roman Reigns; it’s standalone from the usual MyRise career story. Note that The Island is current-gen only, meaning it’s playable on Xbox Series X|S and PS5 but not on PC or last-gen consoles (Xbox One, PS4).

Bloodline Rules Showcase & Four Difficulty Levels

The new Bloodline Rules Showcase dives into a chunk of WWE history, focusing on the Samoan wrestling dynasty. This mode features three match types:

1. Relive History: Revisit iconic events with accurate recreations.

2. Change History: Tweak outcomes and see “what if” scenarios.

3. Dream Matches: Pair Bloodline legends like Yokozuna against contemporary Superstars.

WWE 2K25 also raises the bar with four distinct difficulty settings, ensuring casual players can jump in easily while veterans find a real challenge. Notably, intergender wrestling is fully integrated across the entire game, letting you freely book male vs. female matches in all modes.

New Match Types & Gameplay Tweaks

• Intergender Matches: Finally a standard feature in WWE 2K, as men’s and women’s division Superstars can clash in all game modes.

• Chain Wrestling & New Match Types: Classic grappling mechanics from earlier WWE 2Ks make a return, alongside fresh rulesets like the Underground Match and Bloodline Rules Match. Expect additional reveals soon.

• Barricade Diving: A flashy new maneuver lets you soar over the barricade for a crowd-popping highlight.

MyGM & MyRise Upgrades

• MyGM Online Multiplayer: Up to four players can duke it out in an expanded GM mode, now supporting cross-brand Premium Live Events, more managers, and deeper drafting.

• MyRise: A single overarching story for men’s and women’s divisions, featuring Bayley, Kevin Owens, and other Superstars attempting to seize control of NXT. Offers new personality choices that branch into unique subplots.

Universe & Promo Return

Universe Mode sees the long-awaited comeback of in-game Promos, which feature:

• Multiple promo types and outcomes.

• New cutscenes and branching decisions.

You’ll have even more ways to shape your weekly shows, from alliances and feuds to surprise turns at key moments.

Special Editions & Preorder Bonuses

As per tradition, WWE 2K25 will arrive in several editions:

• Standard Edition $70

  Base game.

• Deadman Edition $100

  • “Deadman Edition Bonus Pack” (two Undertaker persona cards & playable versions).

  • Usable Urn object, Undertaker ‘95 Mask cosmetic item for The Island, and Brother Love Manager.

  • A Season Pass (all five post-launch DLC character packs) + 15,000 VC in-game currency.

• Bloodline Edition $130

  • Everything in the Deadman Edition plus the Ringside Pass (Season Pass + Superstar Mega-Boost), The Rock Nation of Domination Pack, and The Bloodline Edition Bonus Pack with playable Roman Reigns & Jey Uso variants.

  • Additional Island cosmetics and, on Steam only, an extra 32,500 VC.

  • WrestleMania 41 Pack arriving Summer 2025, with a new arena, main event Superstars, and a bonus Persona Card (TBA).

• "Preorder Bonus"

  Any preorder nets you the Wyatt Sicks Pack, which includes:

  • Playable Uncle Howdy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, and Erick Rowan.

Early Access is also available to those who spring for either the Deadman or Bloodline Editions, letting fans jump into the ring a full week early on March 7.

Release Date: March 14, 2025

Platforms: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5

Early Access: March 7 for Deadman/Bloodline Editions

Between The Island, intergender combat, an expanded MyRise, a 300-plus Superstar roster, and modernized gameplay mechanics, WWE 2K25 promises a much-needed shakeup for the series. Whether the gamble pays off or not, wrestling fans will find out soon.

Which new WWE 2K25 feature are you most excited about? Is The Island’s online hub the game-changer fans have been waiting for, or does the introduction of intergender wrestling steal the spotlight? Let us know in the comments below!