WWE 2K20

40%
Game Brain Score Based on 4,073 reviews
  • stability
  • story
  • graphics
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Ugly, unplayable, and filled with glitches, not even the biggest wrestling fan should pick up WWE 2K20 in its current state.
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"WWE 2K20 Digital Deluxe Edition features a VIP experience for wrestling fans, including a copy of the game, SmackDown 20th Anniversary content, all WWE 2K20 Originals, Accelerator, and MyPLAYER Kickstart. The game offers a celebration of WWE Superstars, Legends, and NXT’s best, with a focus on the Women’s Evolution in 2K Showcase. Note: Multiplayer servers will be shut down on 6/30/2022."

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  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Cloud
  • NVIDIA GeForce NOW
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  • Tablet
  • Xbox
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Reviews

40%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,073 reviews
gameplay62 positive mentions
stability552 negative mentions
  • stability564 mentions

    The stability of WWE 2K20 has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, glitches, and bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Despite some patches improving the situation, many players still experience game-breaking issues, rendering it nearly unplayable at times. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess," with many recommending potential buyers to wait for further fixes or to avoid it altogether.

    • “My computer runs great during the benchmark, which is like an insane 6-man match with everyone doing stuff at once.”
    • “Game runs great on i7-8086k and RTX 2080 Ti.”
    • “It’s not that buggy.”
    • “2k20 is a glitchy, buggy mess of a game that literally no one should try, at least until after the game's many patches.”
    • “The game is so buggy the story is absolute garbage the fighting is trash just buy Wrestling Empire or something.”
    • “The game itself however is an abysmal buggy mess and should be avoided at all costs, unless you find it going cheap on a steam sale and want to laugh at endless glitches and bugs.”
  • story412 mentions

    The story mode in WWE 2K20 has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing it as lackluster, poorly written, and filled with unskippable cutscenes that detract from the gameplay experience. Critics have noted that the narrative feels forced and lacks meaningful player choice, often reducing the experience to a series of frustrating and repetitive cutscenes. While some players found moments of enjoyment in the story, the overall consensus is that it fails to meet the standards set by previous entries in the series, particularly WWE 2K19.

    • “Despite all the bugs and crashes (which were annoying) I really enjoyed the story that 2K did for this game and it was corny at times, but I overall enjoyed it.”
    • “The storyline is pretty fun too.”
    • “I got through the career mode and I can highly recommend the story; I was a total mark for the heels, which made me want to grind past the crashes.”
    • “A lackluster and outright embarrassing story mode, plenty of bugs/glitches as well as a graphic style that does not hold up to the standard of this series' predecessor, WWE 2K19.”
    • “The story mode is trash! It feels like a downgraded copy of 2K19 with a different myplayer storyline and a few other options.”
    • “The mycareer mode is still horrific, probably being the worst so far in terms of storyline and poor writing all around.”
  • graphics386 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant downgrade compared to its predecessor, WWE 2K19. While some appreciate the colorful visuals and certain character models, others criticize the overall quality as outdated, likening it to PS2-era graphics, and report frequent graphical glitches and crashes. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game has potential, its graphical performance is inconsistent and often disappointing.

    • “Love the colorful graphics.”
    • “The graphics are really nice and it runs very well on my RTX 2060.”
    • “Graphics are pretty much top notch with the exception of a few visual glitches.”
    • “Graphics are terrible and the game is a buggy mess.”
    • “The graphics look like PS2 era graphics.”
    • “The graphics have taken a step back, but I've found if you are like me and most of your roster is community creations, you won't notice this as much.”
  • gameplay253 mentions

    The gameplay of WWE 2K20 has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users citing clunky controls, frequent crashes, and numerous bugs that severely hinder the experience. While some players found enjoyment in certain modes and aspects, the overall consensus is that the gameplay feels unpolished and lacks the smoothness expected from a wrestling simulator, often comparing it unfavorably to previous entries in the series. Many recommend avoiding the game unless purchased at a significant discount due to its myriad issues.

    • “The WWE 2K series is not just another 3D fighting game; it's a proper wrestling simulator with somewhat complicated damage mechanics, a momentum system that's directly related to signature moves, and pin quick time events.”
    • “Kind of a bummer because I do think it actually plays pretty well compared with past entries - gameplay feels snappy and they seemed to tweak reversals a bit to make the timing a little more forgiving, which is nice.”
    • “The controls, gameplay, and options are superb as well.”
    • “For example, controls are very clunky, battle mechanics are a bit buggy and come with a slightly cheap aftertaste, while QTE mini-games are very unpolished.”
    • “Matches randomly restarting, random run-ins on a match, teleportation from one side of the ring to the other, opponent randomly teleports from outside to inside, slam on table but the table doesn't break, throw 'over' but they don't get over, and just very poor gameplay options such as in the royal rumble I had eliminated 16 people but AJ Styles comes randomly, clotheslines me (with no option for reversal) and I get eliminated.”
    • “The gameplay is lethargic, the animations are terrible, graphics look as if they've gone in the wrong direction, and the bugs....played not even 30 minutes and the game had already crashed.”
  • music56 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the main menu tracks annoying and the overall selection limited, featuring only a handful of songs. While some appreciate the quality of the music, others express frustration over the inability to import custom tracks and report various audio glitches during gameplay. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “I like the music; the commentary is still boring, but other than that, for 10 quid, not bad!”
    • “Music is good quality.”
    • “Great music!”
    • “Music ranges from okayish to annoying.”
    • “Why is the music selection so limited?”
    • “A grand total of 12 music tracks.”
  • humor49 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky character customization options and the abundance of glitches, which many players find entertaining despite their frustrating nature. While some aspects of the story and career mode are praised for clever writing and amusing scenarios, others feel the humor can be forced or cringe-worthy. Overall, the game offers a mix of genuine laughs and unintentional comedy, making it a source of amusement for those willing to overlook its flaws.

    • “The only joy you can get out of this game is making weird, funny characters and having them beat each other up.”
    • “It's pure entertainment and hilarious.”
    • “There's so much packed in it and the storyline so far is really funny and well written.”
  • optimization47 mentions

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting persistent performance issues, crashes, and bugs even after multiple patches. Many users have experienced significant slowdowns, particularly in menus and during gameplay, requiring them to lower graphics settings for a playable experience. Overall, the game is deemed poorly optimized, with many feeling it fails to meet the performance standards expected from modern titles.

    • “I had to go to my graphic settings and set it to high performance permanently for it to run smoothly.”
    • “I had to drastically reduce the graphics settings to get any decent performance in matches.”
    • “It runs smoothly.”
    • “Still after years of this game being released, it is still buggy, has slow performance issues on the menu screen, gameplay crashing, and attire clipping.”
    • “My computer can handle Fallout 4, GTA V, Dark Souls 3 no problem, yet somehow this unoptimized garbage uses 100% of my GPU.”
    • “An unoptimized piece of broken trash, that's all you need to know.”
  • replayability20 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find the multiplayer and myplayer modes offer significant long-term enjoyment, many criticize the story mode for its lack of flexibility and engaging content, leading to a perception of low replay value. The game has improved in playability after updates, but persistent bugs and unskippable cutscenes detract from the overall experience, especially for those not deeply invested in wrestling. Overall, it seems to fall short of the replayability found in earlier titles in the series.

    • “The originals and MyPlayer modes offer potentially years of enjoyment through their replayability and emphasis on unique individual experiences.”
    • “The older games 2K15 and 2K16 had so much replay value, because it was constantly changing; you could make your own rivalries and basically do what you want to do in a wrestling game.”
    • “Infinitely replayable/multiplayer.”
    • “It looks nice, but the game lacks any true replayability, which is crucial to wrestling games.”
    • “I seriously cannot recommend this game if you aren't a hardcore wrestling fan and want your fix of wrestling games. The story mode/career is honestly the worst they've done. You don't play as yourself climbing the ranks from the indies to the big stage. This gets thrown out the window straight away when you are referred to as 'Tre' and 'Red' for the whole game. Also, your characters have a set personality, so you can't be a heel whenever you want and change your gear. There are way too many cutscenes that are completely unskippable, which when I think about replay value, that goes straight to 0 for me.”
    • “The older games 2K15 and 2K16 had so much replay value because it was constantly changing. You could make your own rivalries and basically do what you want to do in a wrestling game.”
  • monetization18 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many players expressing frustration over the reliance on microtransactions and loot boxes that lock significant content behind paywalls. The game's unlock system has been compared to that of a low-quality mobile game, detracting from the overall experience and leading to a perception of rushed development and poor performance. Overall, reviewers strongly advise against purchasing the game due to its exploitative monetization practices.

    • “Microtransactions: there is an RNG card/loot system in the game, and I haven't seen any evidence to suggest you can buy the currencies in the game.”
    • “Do not buy this game, it's nothing but a cash grab on all of us WWE fans. Please take this advice and do not buy this embarrassment of a game.”
    • “My player mode is not half as good as the career mode was in all the SmackDown vs. Raw games; half the content is locked behind loot boxes and in-game purchases.”
    • “And why does the unlock system feel like a bad mobile game with microtransactions in a single-player game?”
  • grinding13 mentions

    Players consistently express that grinding in the game is excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic commitment to progress. While some elements, like the WWE Originals, are appreciated, the overall experience is marred by repetitive tasks that detract from enjoyment.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The WWE Originals are a neat idea, but the towers are incredibly tedious and boring to slog through just to get some attire or a superstar.”
    • “It's so grindy; MyPlayer’s story is boring, tons of technical issues are included, multiplayer almost doesn’t exist, and instruction-based matches are a waste of time.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    Players express significant emotional distress regarding the game, citing frustrations over technical issues, lost saved data, and a disappointing MyCareer story that fails to engage. The combination of these factors has led to feelings of regret and sadness, with some players feeling as though their long-standing passion for wrestling has been undermined.

    • “This game sucks, I lost weeks of saved data and now I just want to cry.”
    • “The MyCareer story is very bad and it makes me want to cry.”
    • “Honestly, I've been a wrestling fan my entire life and this made me feel like I wasted 20 bucks since I got the game and I couldn't even run it.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is criticized for lacking depth, with poor character design and models, as well as an unimpressive story mode that fails to engage players. Additionally, the absence of a tutorial further hinders the player's connection to the characters.

    • “There is no tutorial to speak of really, the character design and models are not great, and the story mode is unimpressive.”
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Critic Reviews

38% average critic score

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Play time

13hMedian play time
49hAverage play time
5-36hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 50 analyzed playthroughs

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