WWE 2K24 hit the shelves last Friday, and the annual gaming spectacle is already creating a buzz among fans and critics alike. Let’s delve into what some of the most respected gaming sites and writers have to say about this year’s release and the scores they’ve assigned.
Here’s a roundup of the latest scores:
– DailyStar: 96/100
– IGN: 8/10
– GameSpot: 8/10
– The Guardian: Four out of five stars
– Digital Trends: Four out of five stars
– Metacritic: 82 overall (based on 44 critic reviews)
In the eyes of Adam Cailler from the Daily Star, WWE 2K24 nearly achieves perfection, stating,
“Perfection is hard to achieve, especially in the world of video games – but WWE 2K24 comes as close to that as any previous game has so far.”
Despite expressing concerns about the MyFACTION mode, he highlighted improved gameplay mechanics, a vast roster, and the introduction of new modes as standout features.
Jarrett Green from IGN, while critical of the 2K Showcase of the Immortals mode, acknowledged the overall improvement of the game, stating,
“WWE 2K24 is clear proof that 2K and Visual Concepts have certainly hit their stride when it comes to making today’s package better on the whole than yesterday’s.”
Ryan Woodrow of GLHF by Sports Illustrated praised the game’s various modes, noting,
“Showcase mode has a lot more variety and is more exciting as it takes us through the 40-year history of WrestleMania; MyRise has better writing than ever before, and more vocal performances from wrestlers like Roman Reigns make for a more thrilling tale; and MyGM has a whole bunch of new features including new GMs, match-types, and roster customization.”
Woodrow concluded by emphasizing the game’s excellence in capturing the essence of wrestling and turning the larger-than-life personas into a playable format, making it the best in its class.
While acknowledging some bugs and varied opinions on certain modes, the game’s consistency emerged as its key strength.
Overall, WWE 2K24, available in three versions, has garnered positive reviews for its slight upgrades to popular modes and an extensive roster featuring 200 Superstars, with additional releases planned via DLC as part of the Season Pass starting in May.
