WWE 2K24
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 15/03/2024
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PlayStation 5 - 15/03/2024
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Xbox One - 15/03/2024
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Xbox Series X|S - 15/03/2024
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PC - 15/03/2024
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Latest instalment in the annual series of wrestling video games, based on the WWE, featuring hundreds of male and female wrestlers including WWE Superstars and Legends from the past. Players fight as a chosen WWE Superstar, WWE Legend, or custom character against AI opponents or other live players in an online environment.
Content specific issues
This game contains frequent depictions of strong and realistic violence towards human characters. Characters recoil from each blow and may be knocked to the ground, rolling on the floor in pain. Due to the game featuring Pro Wrestling, weapons such as sledgehammers, chairs and ladders can be used in matches. Characters become bruised and bloody after repeated blows.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items, in the form of an in-game currency which then can be used to buy card packs featuring random items. Some parents or carers may want to be aware of this. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.
WWE 2K23
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 17/03/2023
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PlayStation 4 - 17/03/2023
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PlayStation 5 - 17/03/2023
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Xbox One - 17/03/2023
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Xbox Series X|S - 17/03/2023
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Wrestling video game featuring hundreds of male and female wrestlers, including WWE Superstars and WWE Legends from the past.
Content specific issues
Players engage in punching, kicking, throwing and various other moves, in a wrestling context. They also use objects, such as baseball bats and steel chairs, to attack their opponents. Reactions are generally realistic, with characters being knocked backwards and falling to the ground. Characters may become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items, in the form of a virtual currency which can then be used to buy card packs for the 'MyFaction' game mode. The card packs contain randomly chosen cards with a certain chance of obtaining a highly valuable card. Players can also use an earned in-game currency to purchase packs. Players will also have the option to purchase future character pack DLCs, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers, or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items. The game also includes use of bad language, such as 'bollocks'.
WWE 2K22
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 11/03/2022
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PlayStation 5 - 11/03/2022
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Xbox One - 11/03/2022
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Xbox Series X|S - 11/03/2022
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PC - 11/03/2022
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Latest instalment in the fighting simulation franchise, based on World Wrestling Entertainment. Players take on the role of a custom WWE superstar and engage in wrestling matches and other tasks to become a champion.
Content specific issues
Players engage in punching, kicking, throwing and various other moves, in a wrestling context. They also use objects, such as baseball bats and steel chairs, to attack their opponents, as is seen in televised wrestling and in previous games in the series. Reactions are generally realistic, with characters being knocked backwards and falling to the ground. Characters may become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of card packs, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items. The game also includes use of bad language, including 'bitch', 'piss' and 'shit'.
WWE 2K Battlegrounds
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 25/09/2020
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PlayStation 4 - 25/09/2020
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Xbox One - 25/09/2020
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Stadia - 25/09/2020
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Nintendo Switch - 25/09/2020
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 12 because it features moderate violence and mild violence in a sporting context. Not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K Battlegrounds is an arcade wrestling game featuring exaggerated cartoon-style WWE Superstars. Users choose from a list of dozens of current and former WWE Superstars and can compete in both offline and online matches with other real-world players and AI-controlled players.
Content specific issues
Gameplay violence is non-realistic looking, Even though characters can use objects such as a folding chair, motorbike and exploding barrel to hit an opponent, the use of these items in the game is highly exaggerated, as is the response of characters when hit. None of the characters display any injuries or blood despite the aggressiveness of an attack.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of Superstars or Golden Bucks, which can then be used to purchase clothing and accessories, which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.
WWE 2K20
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 22/10/2019
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Xbox One - 22/10/2019
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PC - 22/10/2019
Advice for consumers
This game has been rated PEGI 16 for depictions of realistic looking violence towards human-like characters. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K20 is the latest instalment of the annual fighting simulation game franchise based on WWE, featuring a roster of over 100 male and female WWE Superstars and WWE Legends. Players fight as a chosen Superstar to defeat their opponents under various match rules.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
Other issues
This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of downloadable content which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.
WWE 2K19
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 05/10/2018
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Xbox One - 05/10/2018
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PC - 05/10/2018
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for frequent mild to moderate violence in a sporting setting. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
WWE 2K19 is the newest instalment of the annual fighting simulation game franchise based on the WWE, featuring an expansive roster of over 100 male and female WWE Superstars and WWE Legends. Players fight as a chosen Superstar to defeat their opponents under various match rules.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings. Live action footage of WWE events is also included.
Other issues
The game song lyrics feature use of the word ‘bitch’, alcohol and drug references (not encouragement of the use) and sexual innuendo. Some of the players’ entrances could be considered sexual posturing.
WWE 2K18
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PC - 17/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for sustained moderate violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Next instalment of the professional wrestling video game series. Choose from WWE Superstars or create your own wrestler to compete against the computer or other players on and offline.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
WWE 2K18
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
Nintendo Switch - 17/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for sustained moderate violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Next instalment of the professional wrestling video game series. Choose from WWE Superstars or create your own wrestler to compete against the computer or other players on and offline.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
WWE 2K18
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
Xbox One - 17/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for sustained moderate violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Next instalment of the professional wrestling video game series. Choose from WWE Superstars or create your own wrestler to compete against the computer or other players on and offline.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.
WWE 2K18
Take2 Interactive Software Europe ltd-
PlayStation 4 - 17/10/2017
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 16 for sustained moderate violence. Not suitable for persons under 16 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
Next instalment of the professional wrestling video game series. Choose from WWE Superstars or create your own wrestler to compete against the computer or other players on and offline.
Content specific issues
As in televised WWE and previous WWE games, players engage in both unarmed (punching, throwing, slamming, kicking, stomping or elbowing) and armed with a baseball bat, or steel chair violence with their opponents. Violence is met with varying realistic reactions and characters may also become bruised and bloody after sustained beatings.