“The Man” and “The Big Dog” share cover duties for WWE 2K20 when it hits store shelves on October 20, 2019. Becky Lynch and Roman Reigns have had a stellar 2019 with Becky being center stage for the evolution of women’s wrestling. Her feud with both Ronda and Charlotte Flair carried WWE through WrestleMania season and gave fans someone new to support in Lynch who embraced her anti-establishment quasi Stone Cold Steve Austin persona. Securing the cover for WWE 2K20 is the icing on the cake for this talented performer. While some may argue that she should have got the cover by herself one cannot ignore all that Roman Reigns endured getting to this point. From crowds turning against him to overcoming leukemia, to losing his Shield brother Dean Ambrose Roman Reigns has been not only an inspiration but one of the key players carrying this new generation of performers.
The big story here is not just about the cover athletes for WWE 2K20 but also about what fans can expect this year.
WWE 2K20, in direct response to fan feedback, will include several franchise firsts alongside streamlined gameplay and a variety of popular modes. The story-driven, objective-based 2K Showcase: The Women’s Evolution will follow the careers of the Four Horsewomen – Raw Women’s Champion Becky Lynch, SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley®, Charlotte Flair® and Sasha Banks®. Controls will be streamlined to allow new players to jump into the game more easily, while experienced players will still enjoy a challenge.
In addition, WWE 2K20 players will be able to compete as both male and female Superstars in MyCAREER and Mixed Tag matches, while last year’s popular WWE Towers returns with exciting new challenges, including a story-driven Tower centered around the career of Roman Reigns.
The game will also introduce a new service model – WWE 2K20 Originals – set to deliver a wealth of 2K Showcase add-on content for player exploration beyond the game’s initial launch. Each of the WWE 2K20 Originals will present a new playable world and its own unique theme, with more details to be announced in the coming months. WWE 2K20 Originals is downloadable content that may require additional purchase.
WWE 2K20 will be available in standard, deluxe and collector’s editions. Here is what you can expect to get if pick up either the deluxe or collector’s edition.
About the WWE 2K20 Deluxe Edition
Players who purchase the WWE 2K20 Deluxe Edition, available in both physical and digital varieties at participating retailers, will receive in-game bonuses for the PS4™ system, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Offering more than 35% in savings, the WWE 2K20 Deluxe Edition includes the following items:
- Copy of WWE 2K20 video game with Deluxe Edition packaging;
- Accelerator – Take control of your WWE 2K20 experience with the Accelerator. Players can gain access to all unlockable content available at launch via the game’s Purchasable section and take full control of the overall rankings and attribute levels of all playable characters;
- Kickstart – Get a leg up in your MyCAREER by unlocking and boosting your MyPLAYER ratings and attributes with 25 additional Attribute Points and 8 Additional Skill Points. Plus, get a 25,000 VC starting bonus to unlock more Superstar parts, Moves and more! In addition to this, start with all Boost Slots unlocked plus 15 free Boosts, 2,000 free Tokens and 400 free Deluxe Tokens;
- Complete set of WWE 2K20 Originals content packages (more details to be announced);
- Additional bonus digital content, including playable Superstars Chyna™, in her first WWE 2K appearance, Hulk Hogan, “$500 Shirt” The Rock®, and Rock ‘n’ Sock Connection Mankind™ (more details to be announced);
- WWE SuperCard Limited Edition Cards (included with physical versions only).
About the WWE 2K20 Collector’s Edition
Players who purchase the WWE 2K20 Collector’s Edition at participating retailers will also receive in-game bonuses for the PS4™ system and Xbox One. Offering more than 40% in savings, the WWE 2K20 Collector’s Edition is available in physical format only, features a 20th Anniversary of SmackDown theme and includes the following items:
- Copy of WWE 2K20 video game with Collector’s Edition packaging;
- Accelerator – Take control of your WWE 2K20 experience with the Accelerator. Players can gain access to all unlockable content available at launch via the game’s Purchasable section and take full control of the overall rankings and attribute levels of all playable characters;
- Kickstart – Get a leg up in your MyCAREER by unlocking and boosting your MyPLAYER ratings and attributes with 25 additional Attribute Points and 8 Additional Skill Points. Plus, get a 25,000 VC starting bonus to unlock more Superstar parts, Moves and more! In addition to this, start with all Boost Slots unlocked plus 15 free Boosts, 2,000 free Tokens and 400 free Deluxe Tokens;
- Complete set of WWE 2K20 Originals content packages (more details to be announced);
- Additional bonus digital content, including playable Superstars Chyna™, in her first WWE 2K appearance, Hulk Hogan, “$500 Shirt” The Rock®, and Rock ‘n’ Sock Connection Mankind™ (more details to be announced);
- Physical collectibles including:
- Exclusive WWE SmackDown! Ring Skirt Relic Piece (2002-2008)
- Limited Edition WWE SmackDown! Legend Autographed Plaque (Kurt Angle™, Rey Mysterio® or Edge®)
- WWE SuperCard Limited Edition Cards.
If you want to see some in-game screenshots you can check those out here. Will you be picking up WWE 2K20 in October? Let us know in the comments.
