For fans of professional wrestling simulations eagerly awaiting the arrival of major sports titles on Nintendo`s latest console, the wait for WWE 2K25 is rapidly approaching its conclusion. Publisher 2K Games has officially confirmed that the popular wrestling game will make its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23, 2025. This announcement brings a significant and long-anticipated addition to the burgeoning software library of the new Nintendo hardware.
Unlike some staggered releases, Nintendo Switch 2 players will have access to the full range of options from day one. The Standard Edition, alongside the more comprehensive Deadman Edition and Bloodline Edition, are all scheduled for simultaneous launch on the confirmed date. For those who prefer to secure their copy ahead of time, pre-orders for all three editions are currently available.
As is customary with premium releases, the Deadman and Bloodline editions come bundled with various digital entitlements, including several downloadable content packs. Of particular interest is the inclusion of content like the Dunk & Destruction Pack. This specific DLC notably introduces guest characters from outside the wrestling world, such as NBA stars Shaquille O`Neal and Tyrese Haliburton, adding a rather unique, if not slightly bizarre, dimension to the game`s already extensive roster. Imagine the tactical depth of pitting a four-time NBA champion against a WWE Hall of Famer in the ring – truly groundbreaking simulation territory.
Speaking of the roster, WWE 2K25 boasts an impressive lineup featuring over 300 playable characters from across the WWE universe and beyond. The core game experience on Switch 2 will include the detailed single-player career mode and the innovative new PvPvE offering, “The Island.” This mode, drawing inspiration from the open-world social hub concept seen in titles like NBA 2K`s “The City,” moves the action outside the traditional arena, allowing players to explore, interact, and compete with fully customizable avatars. Furthermore, the popular MyGM mode, where players take on the role of a wrestling show general manager, has been enhanced to support cooperative and competitive play with up to four players.
While WWE 2K25 initially hit the digital and physical shelves for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S back in March, the official scheduling for the Nintendo Switch 2 ensures that owners of the newest platform will soon be able to join the fray. The confirmed release date means that the combined power and portability of the Switch 2 will finally bring the expansive world of WWE 2K25 into the hands of Nintendo players, allowing them to build their wrestling empire or execute a perfect Tombstone Piledriver whether they`re at home or on the move.
