The WWE 2K series 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 of WWE 2K22, most wrestling fans are pretty excited about the release of WWE 2K23, which promises to be both bigger and better than its predecessor in just about every measurable way.
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 of WWE 2K23 to 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 of WWE 2K23 provides players with the base version of the game and nothing else. However, those who pre-order the Standard edition will receive the 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 in WWE 2K23's MyFACTION mode.
The Standard edition will set players back $69.99 / £64.99 / €74.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series (Cross-Gen) and $59.99 / £59.99 / €69.99 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
What's Included with the Deluxe Edition of WWE 2K23?
In addition to the Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, those who preorder the Deluxe edition of WWE 2K23 will receive three 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 get the WWE 2K23 Season Pass, which, this year, includes five 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 get the 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 of WWE 2K23 will cost $99.99 / £89.99 / €99.99 on all available platforms.
What's Included with the Icon Edition of WWE 2K23?
The Icon Edition of WWE 2K23 can only be purchased digitally, which may influence some players when it comes to deciding which version of WWE 2K23 to buy. Like the Deluxe edition, the Icon edition includes the Bad Bunny Bonus Pack and three days of early access as pre-order bonuses, as well as the WWE 2K23 Season Pass, and the Deluxe Edition Bonus Pack.
On top of all that, Icon edition owners will get the 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 the Icon 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 of WWE 2K23 will cost players $119.99 / £104.99 / €119.99 on all available platforms.
WWE 2K23 launches on March 17 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X.