5 wrestling games you should play before WWE 2K22

WWE 2K22 will be launched globally on the 11th of March. Hopes are sky-high as the much-awaited General Manager mode, in addition to loads of more compelling features, has been announced.

Not only is it a 2K game that is being released in the titular year, but it also is a 2K WWE game released after a gap of one year. The developers didn't publish any installments of the series for 2021.

Thus, certain fans are extremely excited about its release and can't wait for the release date. If so is the case with you as well, you should wait for it by playing some existing wrestling games.

Our list today will focus on five wrestling games you should play until WWE 2K22 is released.

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Which of the following games do you love playing the most? As always, you are welcome to voice your thoughts with us in the comment section below.

#5 in our list of games you should play until WWE 2K22 is released - MDickie's Wrestling Mpire Remix - Career and Management editions

Solo game developer MDickie is globally renowned for his inadequate game graphics. However, one can't deny that his games are a work of art and extremely entertaining.

If you are waiting for WWE 2K22 just for its career mode, then MDickie's Wrestling Mpire Remix is the game you are probably looking forward to.

There are two games—Career edition and Management edition. The former follows the journey of a wrestler rising to fame, while the latter focuses on running a brand. The player also has to manage finances, which further increases the fun and the intensity of the game.

Both installments have seven wrestling promotions. Wrestling School is a developmental brand where the superstar starts his career. From All-American Wrestling to Federation Online, MDickie's brainchild is one of the best wrestling games outside the 2K banner.

This game is definitely worth a try. It may also give you a significant idea of what can be expected from WWE 2K22's Universe and MyGM modes.

What are you most excited about when it comes to the release of WWE 2K22? Please leave your answers in the comments section below.

#4. WWE All-Stars is worth a try

WWE moved a bit from conventional wrestling games when the developers released WWE All-Stars in 2011. It was an arcade-style game with wrestlers sporting an exaggerated look.

Its primary point was to put then-current superstars against legends. The superstars bounce back 20 to 30 feet in the air after getting attacked which is wonderful to watch.

It was a delightful entry in the list of WWE games and is criminally underrated. One should give it a try before WWE 2K22 hits the floor.

#3. One should give a try to WWE 2K20 to bring out comparisons between it and 2K22

Although WWE 2K20 has a fair share of reasons why one should not play it, there is also a reason why you should try it before the release of 2K22.

The game had many bugs and issues and had nothing extra than 2K19. However, playing it days before 2K22 will help in realizing the difference between the two recent entries of the series.

Though the 2k studio has announced several changes for their newest installment, one should check it himself by playing 2k20 before the 11th of March.

#2. Wait for WWE 2K22 by playing the first WWE 2k game

The reason the recent entries in the series were not well received by the fans was because of the standards set by 2K14. It was the first game to be released under the 2K banner.

It was a feature-packed wrestling game, including 30 years of WrestleMania, The Streak and loads more. Moreover, it was The Rock who was the cover superstar of the game.

One must play this game as it is where it all started for the association of WWE with 2K. Furthermore, the game in itself was quite spectacular.

#1. SmackDown: Here comes the pain

What's better than a trip down memory lane? SmackDown: Here comes the pain was released years before the introduction of the PG Era. It is specifically mentioned because the game is renowned for its ruthless aggression.

Players can ride on helicopters, perform a diving clothesline from above, a bloodbath was extremely common in the game as well. Not only was it the first to feature the Elimination Chamber, but it also was the first to include former WWE Superstars as playable characters.

It has a legit claim alongside WWF No Mercy and WWE 2K games to be called the best wrestling games ever. It is no doubt worth a shot before the release of WWE 2K22.