WWE 2K23 has finally been announced for a March release, and no less than 16-time World Champion John Cena will grace the cover of all three editions of the video game.

Coming soon for PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Steam, the WWE 2K23 Deluxe and Icon Editions will arrive on March 14 via Early Access, while the Standard Edition and Cross-Gen will be available on March 17.

Bad Bunny, one of last year’s most streamed artists globally, will also be making his WWE 2K debut with a Bad Bunny Bonus Pack.

This year’s installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise will feature several advancements, including a new take on the 2K Showcase, the introduction of WarGames, and expansions to several game modes.

The deep roster of WWE superstars and legends is headlined by the likes of Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, and more.

While waiting for its release, let’s dissect what’s new from WWE 2K23 one by one.

2K Showcase starring John Cena

In a brand-new twist on 2K Showcase, players will have the chance to step into the boots of several of Cena’s toughest competitors throughout his 20-year career – and try to beat Cena himself.

This interactive documentary within the title uses 2K’s unique slingshot tech for a seamless transition from gameplay to live-action footage, narrated by Cena himself.

WarGames makes debut

A fan-favorite, the chaotic and action-packed WarGames will make its debut on WWE 2K23.

This will offer heart-pounding 3-versus-3 and 4-versus-4 single or multiplayer mayhem inside two side-by-side rings surrounded by a double-steel cage

MyGM: Be the boss

For this year, MyGM is going to feature more GMs to choose from. Players may also create their custom GM.

There will also be additional show options, multiple seasons, expanded match cards, and more match types for up to four players.

It will all up to players to draft rosters, manage budgets, sign free agents, choose various match types, arena locations, and more, managing everything while trying to beat rival GMs in weekly battles.

MyFACTION: Online multiplayer action

This online multiplayer team-building mode will let players collect, manage, and upgrade an array of WWE superstars and legends to create their ultimate four-person factions.

Players can now take their faction online and compete for global dominance, or compete in Weekly Towers and Faction Wars.

Themed card packs and goals roll out regularly throughout the year, too.

MyRISE: Immortalize your name

In this game mode, aspiring WWE superstars shape their career as they vie for their WWE debut.

Featuring distinct men’s and women’s division storylines and the ability to import custom created superstars, players journey from Rookie all the way to WWE Legend.

Creation Suite

A signature feature of the franchise, the creation suite returns with cross-platform community creations, including the ability to design custom superstars, GMs, arenas, entrances, move sets, championships and more.

Custom arenas are now playable online, and advanced customization has been added to created entrances.

Pricing, editions, pre-order bonuses

Standard Edition (physical, digital)

• US$ 59.99 for previous-gen consoles and PC
• US$ 69.99 for current gen consoles

Cross-Gen Edition (digital)

• US$ 69.99 for PlayStation, Xbox consoles

• Includes Standard Edition across previous and current-gen platforms within same console family and same account

WWE 2K23 features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, Cross-Gen, Deluxe Edition, and Icon Edition:

Deluxe Edition (physical, digital)

• US$ 99.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One (physical and digital), PC (digital)
• Includes Standard Edition, Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, Season Pass to all 5 post-launch DLC content packs
• MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger
• Ruby John Cena MyFACTION Evo Card
• Gold Edge MyFACTION Card
• Emerald Bianca Belair MyFACTION Card
• Gold Asuka MyFACTION Card
• 3 Basic Premium Launch MyFACTION Card packs

Icon Edition

• US$ 119.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC

• Features original cover art by Rob Schamberger

• Includes Standard Edition and all bonus content in Deluxe Edition

• Ruthless Aggression Pack – John Cena’s early “Prototype” character, “Leviathan” Batista, rookie versions of Brock Lesnar and Randy Orton, John Cena Legacy Championship, and WrestleMania 22 Arena

• Additional bonus content: Emerald Paul heyman MyFACTION Manager Card and 3 Deluxe Premium Launch MyFACTION Card packs

Bad Bunny Bonus Pack pre-order offer

Players who pre-ordered the Standard Edition and Cross-Gen Digital bundles will receive the Bad Bunny Bonus Pack. It includes Bad Bunny as a playable character, as well as a Ruby tier Bad Bunny MyFACTION card.

The Bad Bunny Bonus Pack is included in the Deluxe and Icon editions at launch.