WWE 2K23 Xbox - Release Date, editions, features & more

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WWE 2K23 has been officially revealed, with full details confirmed by 2K Games. The highly anticipated wrestling game is once again coming to Xbox and brings plenty of new features.

Xbox is one of the best new-generation consoles in the market and will be sure to deliver WWE fans a great gaming experience. With WWE 2K23 adding some exciting new features, fans are eager to get the game on their hands.

Without further ado, let's check out the full details of the Xbox version of WWE 2K23.

WWE 2K23 Xbox

As we mentioned above, WWE 2K23 is once again set to take next-generation consoles by storm. The game aims to bring players a unique experience, that will provide users with thousands of hours of entertainment.

WWE 2K23 will return to Xbox once again, arriving on both Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. For Xbox Series X|S players will be able to enjoy the game at a resolution of 4K ultra HD, on 60 FPS. As for Xbox One, we still don't know the title's exact frame rate or resolution.

With WWE GOAT and multi-time champion John Cena leading the line as the main cover star, 2K Games have wasted no time in attempting to make this year's game the best yet.

WWE 2K23 Release Date

This year's game features several franchise advancements, including a unique new take on the 2K Showcase, the WWE 2K introduction of the fan-favourite WarGames, and expansions to several marquee game modes.

WWE 2K23 Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair
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Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair facing of at WWE 2K23

WWE 2K23 official release date is set for Friday March 17, 2023, with the title Standard Edition going live around the world at that time. However, fans with the WWE 2K23 Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition will be able to play the game earlier.

These two premium editions will be released on Tuesday March 14, 2023, giving players the chance to experience the game earlier.

Pre Order, Platforms, Price

WWE 2K23 features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, Cross-Gen, Deluxe Edition, and Icon Edition. The benefits of the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S editions are listed below.

WWE 2K23 Cover
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THE CHAMP IS HERE - John Cena is the WWE 2K23 cover star
  • The Standard Edition will be available for £49.99 on PC, for £59.99 on previous-gen platforms (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and for £69.99 on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) in both physical and digital formats.
  • The Cross-Gen edition will be available digitally for £69.99 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The Cross-Gen edition includes the Standard Edition across previous and current-gen platforms within the same console family and the same PlayStation or Xbox account.
  • The Icon Edition will be available for £104.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, featuring original cover art by renowned WWE-inspired artist Rob Schamberger. In addition to the Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition, the Icon Edition includes the Ruthless Aggression Pack, celebrating 20 years of John Cena’s WWE career by featuring John Cena’s early “Prototype” character, as well as “Leviathan” Batista, developmental rookie versions of Brock Lesnar and Randy Orton, the John Cena Legacy Championship and WrestleMania 22 Arena. Additional bonus content includes an Emerald Paul Heyman MyFACTION Manager Card, and three Deluxe Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Icon Edition will be available from March 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard and Cross-Gen Edition.

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