WWE 2K15

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WWE 2K15 marks a new era in WWE gaming, featuring substantial gameplay improvements, a striking presentation overhaul, and the immersive MyCAREER and 2K Showcase game modes, delivering unparalleled authenticity and excitement for wrestling fans. In this edition, players can experience realistic WWE action, shape their own wrestling career, and explore two thrilling storylines in an engaging and action-packed setting.

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51%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

Character models and graphics are impressive, making it the best looking wrestling game in the series.
The revamped combat system introduces new strategic layers and captures the dynamic nature of pro wrestling.
The Showcase mode offers engaging gameplay that allows players to relive historic storylines.

The game suffers from numerous glitches, poor collision detection, and inconsistent animations.
MyCareer mode is underdeveloped and lacks the depth and excitement found in previous iterations.
Many features from past games have been removed, leading to a stripped-down experience that disappoints hardcore fans.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay of WWE 2K15 has been criticized for its slow and underdeveloped control scheme, leading to a frustrating experience despite some enjoyable moments. Reviewers note that the game feels like a rushed cash grab, with outdated mechanics, missing features from previous titles, and a lack of depth in modes like My Career. Overall, the gameplay is seen as dull and inconsistent, overshadowed by its visual improvements.
- “WWE 2K15's dull, outdated game mechanics and rushed, cash-grab feel is a mean-spirited rib.”
- “Despite great advances in graphical fidelity and core gameplay, there’s not enough here to make up for WWE 2K15’s stripped back features, tiny roster, and mind-numbing My Career mode.”
- “Being nothing more than a game built around fan-service, WWE 2K15 is not going to win any awards in terms of visuals or gameplay mechanics. It's just sadly let down by a slow and underdeveloped control scheme that proves to be more hassle than it's actually worth.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of WWE 2K15 show notable improvements in fidelity and presentation, but they are marred by inconsistent character models and a lack of content compared to previous installments. While the game attempts to showcase new ideas visually, it ultimately suffers from legacy issues and a stripped-down experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “WWE 2K15 tries to put its best foot forward with improved graphics, presentation, and new ideas, but still grapples with legacy issues and omitted content in its next-gen debut.”
- “Despite great advances in graphical fidelity and core gameplay, there’s not enough here to make up for WWE 2K15’s stripped back features, teensy roster, and mind-numbing My Career mode.”
- “Being nothing more than a game built around fan service, WWE 2K15 won't win any awards in terms of visuals or gameplay mechanics. While it has some enjoyable moments, it's sadly let down by a slow and underdeveloped control scheme that proves to be more hassle than it's worth.”
- “Dull gameplay, inconsistent visuals, tedious load times, lacks modes found in previous games, abusive season pass and DLC, excruciating music.”
- “There is a noticeable disparity in character models and visuals. Online matchmaking is clunky, legacy mechanics are in dire need of overhaul, creation options are a dramatic step back, and the missing modes and features are disappointing and often puzzling.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's story aspect is criticized for being glitchy and lacking depth, particularly in the MyCareer mode, which is seen as disappointing compared to previous versions. However, the 2K Showcase mode is praised for effectively engaging players with historic storylines. Overall, the narrative experience is mixed, with notable shortcomings in some areas.
- “The game excels in its 2K showcase mode, which engages players as it takes them on a journey through historic storylines.”
- “The game is way too glitchy; even if the results are occasionally amusing, collision detection is still wonky, CPUs behave in strange ways, and animations, though nice, transition awkwardly. MyCareer is lacking, with too little plot compared to the version seen in NBA 2K15.”
- “Missing features, disappointing story mode, limited roster.”
- “The story mode is underwhelming and fails to deliver a compelling narrative.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, with a combat system that detracts from its appeal. Complaints also include dull gameplay, inconsistent visuals, and frustrating load times, further contributing to a lackluster experience. Additionally, the presence of an abusive season pass and DLC model adds to the overall dissatisfaction.
- “A slow and tedious combat system holds the game back in appealing to a new audience.”
- “Dull gameplay, inconsistent visuals, tedious load times, lacks modes found in previous games, abusive season pass and DLC, excruciating music.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The music in the game has received negative feedback, being described as "excruciating" and detracting from the overall experience. While wrestling superfans may appreciate the authentic presentation, including the music associated with the sport, the general consensus suggests that it fails to enhance gameplay.
- “Wrestling superfans will get more out of the game than others, obviously, as the true-to-life presentation is pretty nice, with all the logos, arenas, music, and wrestlers that you could hope for.”
- “excruciating music.”
- “dull gameplay.”
- “tedious load times.”