We're now just hours away from the start of WWE 2K22 early access and we couldn't be more excited for all of the new in-ring action that's on the way.
Join us below as we countdown to the WWE 2K22 release time for early access, how to get early access by pre ordering, and all the latest news around this year's return of the series!
Latest - Review in Progress
While the game hasn't quite launched worldwide for Early Access, we had the opportunity to hop into WWE 2K22 a little earlier and have already started to see what makes this game special.
As we dive into each of the various game modes and get a more extensive picture of this year's new features, our WWE 2K22 review in progress is already showing some positive signs across MyRISE and MyGM.
Unfortunately, MyFACTION so far isn't quite living up to the expectations that were set when the Ultimate Team inspired game mode was first revealed.
You can find our full WWE 2K22 review in progress here, and we'll have more as we continue to experience the game for ourselves.
WWE 2K22 Release Time & Date (Early Access)
For players with early access, the WWE 2K22 release time will be 12 AM EST on March 8th, 2022.
WWE 2K22 Countdown to Early Access
For those that have ordered the WWE 2K22 Standard Edition, however, the official WWE 2K22 release date will be March 11th.
How to Get WWE 2K22 Early Access
To be able to play WWE 2K22 at this time, you'll need to have pre ordered the WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition or the WWE 2K22 NWO 4-Life Edition - but don't worry, these are still available all through early access!
Depending on the edition you've pre ordered, there are a ton of other rewards you can get your hands on as well, including things like DLC content to skins and everything in-between.
If you're looking for the full list of WWE 2K22 pre order rewards, check them out below!
WWE 2K22 Standard Edition Pre order Rewards
When pre ordering the standard edition, players will get the following rewards:
- Base Game
- Undertaker Immortal Pack: Get three additional Undertaker personas, MyFACTION EVO cards for Undertaker, plus MyFACTION Perks and Bonuses
WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition Pre order Rewards
When pre ordering the deluxe edition, players will get the following rewards:
- Base Game
- Exclusive 3-Day Early Access
- Undertaker Immortal Pack: Get three additional Undertaker personas, MyFACTION EVO cards for Undertaker, plus MyFACTION Perks and Bonuses
- Season Pass: Includes all five DLC content packs, the MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger packs
- Starrcade '96 Rey Mysterio Pack: Includes a Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio playable character and Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio Ruby MyFACTION card
WWE 2K22 NWO 4-Life Edition Pre order Rewards
When pre ordering the NWO 4-Life edition, players will get the following rewards:
- Base Game
- Pre-order now and receive exclusive 3-Day Early Access
- Undertaker Immortal Pack: Get three additional Undertaker personas, MyFACTION EVO cards for Undertaker, plus MyFACTION Perks and Bonuses
- Season Pass: Includes all five DLC content packs, the MyRISE Mega-Boost and SuperCharger packs
- Starrcade '96 Rey Mysterio Pack: Includes a Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio playable character and Starrcade ‘96 Rey Mysterio Ruby MyFACTION card
- MyFACTION EVO Cards and alternate nWo attires for “Hollywood” Hulk Hogan, Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, Syxx, and playable Eric Bischoff character
- Souled Out 1997 and Bash at the Beach 1996 arenas
- The nWo Wolfpac Championship
- 1 MyFACTION “Gold” Pack bundled with nWo EVO cards
WWE 2K22 Latest Ringside Report
In our most recent WWE 2K22 Ringside Report, we learned about MyRISE and Showcase, two game modes that are sure to be popular.
In MyRISE, we learned about character creation and just how many hours of gameplay and story are available. You can expect over 50 hours of gameplay when you playthrough MyRISE. You'll also be able to make more choices than ever before.
In Showcase, you'll be able to play through some of the signature matches of Rey Mysterio, the games cover athlete. Take on The Undertaker, Eddie Guerrero, and more as you enjoy full-motion cutscenes and complete objectives.
To learn even more about the MyRISE decisions you'll make, head here. To learn about the Showcase game mode, click here.
Official WWE 2K22 Release Date
If you don't have early access, you won't be able to play WWE 2K22 until March 11th, 2022, the official release date.
For those that can't wait, it's worth pre ordering special editions of WWE 2K22 now to make your entrance early!