TheWWE 2Kseries has had its fair share of highs and lows over the years but now seems to be on an upward trajectory. Following the strong performance ofWWE 2K22, most wrestling fans are pretty excited about the release ofWWE 2K23, which promises to be both bigger and better than its predecessor in just about every measurable way.
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Those who plan to buy the game will find that there are several different versions available, each one offering an assortment of digital goodies in exchange for the player’s hard-earned cash. For anyone struggling to decide which version ofWWE 2K23to buy, this guide will explain the key differences between the Standard, Deluxe, and Icon editions of the game.
What’s Included with the Standard Edition of WWE 2K23?
As the name might suggest, the Standard edition ofWWE 2K23provides players with the base version of the game and nothing else. However, those who pre-order the Standard edition will receivethe Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, which will unlock Bad Bunny as a playable Superstar. They’ll also get a special Ruby Bad Bunny card for use inWWE 2K23’s MyFACTION mode.
The Standard edition will set players back$69.99 / £64.99 / €74.99on PS5 and Xbox Series (Cross-Gen) and$59.99 / £59.99 / €69.99on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
What’s Included with the Deluxe Edition of WWE 2K23?
In addition tothe Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, those who preorder the Deluxe edition ofWWE 2K23will receivethree days of early access, meaning that they’ll be able to start playing the game on March 14 rather than on March 17 like everybody else. They’ll also gettheWWE 2K23Season Pass, which, this year, includesfive post-launch DLC Superstar packs, the MyRise Mega-Boost pack, and the Supercharger pack, which unlocks all of the WWE Legends and throwback arenas in the base version of the game right away.
In addition to all of this, players who opt for the Deluxe edition will getthe Deluxe Edition Bonus Pack, which includes four special MyFACTION cards (John Cena, Bianca Belair, Asuka, and Edge) as well as three Basic Day 1 packs.
The Deluxe edition ofWWE 2K23will cost$99.99 / £89.99 / €99.99on all available platforms.
What’s Included with the Icon Edition of WWE 2K23?
The Icon Edition ofWWE 2K23can only be purchased digitally, which may influence some players when it comes to deciding which version ofWWE 2K23to buy. Like the Deluxe edition, the Icon edition includesthe Bad Bunny Bonus Packandthree days of early accessas pre-order bonuses, as well astheWWE 2K23Season Pass, andthe Deluxe Edition Bonus Pack.
On top of all that, Icon edition owners will getthe Ruthless Aggression Pack, which includes throwback versions of John Cena, Batista, Brock Lesner, and Randy Orton, as well as the Wrestlemania 22 arena and the John Cena Legacy Championship. Then there’s theIcon Edition Bonus Pack, which provides players with an Emerald Paul Heyman manager card for MyFACTION and three Deluxe Premium Day 1 packs.
The Icon edition ofWWE 2K23will cost players$119.99 / £104.99 / €119.99on all available platforms.
WWE 2K23launches on March 17 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X.
