New details on 2K’s post-launch plans for WWE 2K17 are out this week, a little under a month before the game heads to stores, but we’re sad to say this might be the most underwhelming collection of WWE 2K DLC we’ve seen in the last few years. 2K has come under fire in recent years for its nickel-and-dime approach to post-launch support, particularly when it comes to sports game, and it looks like that attitude has now infected the WWE 2K17 dev team.
Eight different sets of WWE 2K17 DLC have been announced by 2K and Yuke’s, most of which will be covered by the game’s $30 Season Pass, including a handful of WWE Superstars and beloved signature moves that will be added after launch. The season pass is a pretty great deal, considering individual purchases would add up to ~$50, but bundle doesn’t cover everything on the list. And there are probably more than a few fans who’d like to know who else is joining the WWE 2K17 roster before deciding on a purchase.
The first bit of WWE 2K17 DLC will be a five dollar accelerator for your game save that unlocks all non-DLC content in the launch build of the game. It also gives players access to the rankings and attributes of each Superstar, giving you full control over the performance and capabilities of the entire WWE 2K17 roster. Those playing WWE 2K17 on PS4 or Xbox One will also be able to purchase the $10 MyPlayer Kick Start add-on, which instantly boosts the stats and attributes of their created wrestler. The package also unlocks all the different clothing options available for custom Superstars. 2K will also publish a New Moves Pack, featuring signature maneuvers from several up-and-coming WWE Superstars, priced at four dollars.
Of course, there will also be much larger offerings available for WWE 2K17 after launch. For starters, it turns out 2K Showcase mode isn’t quite as dead as we thought. 2K plans to release the The Hall Of Fame Showcase at some point after launch, giving players a chance to revisit iconic matches like the showdown between Sting and Ric Flair at Clash of Champions ’88 or a fictitious dream match between WWE Hall of Famer The Godfather and his short-lived alter ego, Papa Shango. The current line-up doesn’t sound nearly as exciting as some of the stuff we’ve seen from previous Showcases but it’ll be available for $9.99 at some point after launch.
Here’s what we know about the remaining WWE 2K17 DLC:
Future Stars Pack
- Playable WWE and NXT Superstars: Austin Aries, Karl Anderson, Luke Gallows, Mojo Rawley and Tye Dillinger;
- The Future Stars Pack will be available for $8.99.
Hall of Fame Showcase
- Playable matches include:
- Cactus Jack and Diamond Dallas Page vs. The Fabulous Freebirds (Jimmy Garvin and Michael “PS” Hayes) (WCW Saturday Night 1992);
- The Fabulous Freebirds (Buddy Roberts and Michael “PS” Hayes) vs. Kerry and Kevin Von Erich (WCCW 1986);
- Ivory vs. Jacqueline (SmackDown 2000);
- Sting (gold and black tights) vs. Ric Flair (Clash of Champions 1988);
- Sting (n.W.o. Wolfpac ring gear) vs. Bret Hart (WCW Halloween Havoc 1998);
- Papa Shango vs. The Godfather (Dream Match);
- Big Boss Man (with Albert) vs. The Big Show (Armageddon 1999);
- The Hall of Fame Showcase will be available for $9.99.
Legends Pack
- Playable WWE Legends: Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake, Eddie Guerrero, Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, Sycho Sid and Tatanka;
- The Legends Pack will be available for $8.99.
New Moves Pack
- Explore a wide variety of new in-game moves, including the Swingout Neckbreaker (made popular by current WWE Raw Women’s Champion Charlotte); the Elbro Drop (made popular by WWE Superstar Zack Ryder); the Face Wash Combo (made popular by NXT Superstar Samoa Joe; and the TJP Clutch (made popular by current WWE Cruiserweight Champion T.J. Perkins);
- The New Moves Pack will be available for $3.99.
NXT Enhancement Pack (PS4™ system and Xbox One Exclusive)
- Playable NXT Superstars: Apollo Crews, Nia Jax and Shinsuke Nakamura;
- Players will earn a 50 percent boost in points while competing at NXT during MyCareer;
- The NXT Enhancement Pack will be available for $9.99.
NXT Legacy Pack (PS3™ system and Xbox 360 Exclusive)
- Playable NXT Superstars: Apollo Crews, Nia Jax and Shinsuke Nakamura;
- The NXT Legacy Pack will be available for $4.99.
Season Pass Includes:
- Accelerator
- Future Stars Pack
- Hall of Fame Showcase
- Legends Pack
- New Moves Pack
WWE 2K17 is in development for PlayStation 3, PS4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One. The game debuts Oct. 11.
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