This week, 2K released Patch 1.06 for WWE 2K17. Being that this is the sixth patch for the game, we’re likely to see more updates that offer cosmetic changes rather than major gameplay changes. But this the patch is extensive and there are two important aspects of the patch that will make fans happy. Let’s start with the thing that fans have been enjoying a lot.
Downloadable Content Fixes
If you have been keeping up with the DLC’s for WWE 2K17, you have to be pleasantly surprised with the amount of extra content 2K has been putting out every month since the game’s release. Besides the mostly “B” rated legends that were released initially, the new moves that were added and the addition of Tye Dillinger and Austin Aries to WWE 2K17 adds another dimension to the game.
The latest patch sets the stage for the release of the final DLC for WWE 2K17, the Hall of Fame Showcase. The showcase is a series of matches that feature inductees of the 2016 WWE Hall of Fame. Throwback matches and old school arenas brings a level of nostalgia to a game that attempts to stay as current as possible to the WWE product.
Also included in Patch 1.06 were fixes to past DLC’s that were released over the past few months, Addressing syncing issues for all the packs and other issues that came with the DLC is something that 2K had to fix. DLCs are a major part of the WWE 2K franchise and it will continue to be for years to come.
Gameplay Continues Get Tweaks
The gameplay for WWE 2K17 has been a pleasant surprise. There has always been things every year that you can nitpick and tear apart about the gameplay of WWE 2K, but there hasn’t been much to talk about in regards to gameplay as the latest WWE 2K17 is smooth and without many issues.
In Patch 1.06, 2K fixed those little issues such as tuning the damage values of moves and adjusting the reversals of other moves. There were many stamina fixes that should make the game a little better. Many of the matches, no matter the type of match, tends to drag on at times. With this adjustment, matches could go shorter and cut a 12-minute match to an eight-minute match. Here’s hoping that 2K continues building on their amazing gameplay progress for WWE 2K18.
What are thoughts about the latest patch for WWE 2K17? Let us know in comment section. The entire list of fixes for the patch are below.
GAMEPLAY
- Fixed a stability issue when performing a Dirty Pin while the referee is down in a match
- Fixed issues with various corner comeback moves not being able to be performed
- Fixed an issue in which Superstars couldn’t reposition an opponent back into the ring when dragging a standing opponent outside the ring
- Addressed a warping issue that occurred when performing apron grapples from outside the ring
- Fixed an issue with Superstars getting stuck when grappling a female Custom Superstar performing an apron taunt
- Addressed issues with certain moves not connecting properly when performed
- Fixed an issue where a Superstar’s body could float unnaturally when reversing certain moves
- Tuned damage values of various moves that were previously dealing too much or too little damage, including reversals that were not dealing damage as intended
- Addressed stamina consumption issues for several moves
- Addressed issues with an opponent not being able to interrupt or reverse certain moves as intended
- Addressed a warping issue that could occur when performing certain moves near the rope
- Fixed an issue with a Superstar not being able to grapple a stunned opponent when both are near the top of a ladder
- Fixed an issue with the Major Reversal icon briefly flashing onscreen at an inappropriate time
- Addressed warping issues that could occur with multiple moves when performed near a ladder
- Fixed an issue with Finisher icons being incorrectly awarded to the attacking Superstar after a “Spear 7” signature move is reversed
- Fixed an issue with the “Curb Stomp 2” move causing a Superstar to run indefinitely against the ropes
- Addressed an issue with Superstars getting stuck performing the “Boom Drop” in tag team matches
ONLINE
- Improved online stability for 6-Man matches featuring all Custom Superstars in WWE Live
- Fixed a hang issue that could occur when quickly selecting Custom Superstars in WWE Live
- Fixed a disconnection issue that could occur when a friend attempted to join a session while the host was on a loading screen
WWE UNIVERSE
- The “Weeks Held” statistic now properly tracks cumulative weeks across a Superstar’s title reigns rather than continuous weeks in the longest title reign
- Addressed an issue with Superstar UI positioning during Falls Count Anywhere and Extreme Rules matches
- Fixed a stability issue that could occur when destroying multiple environmental objects and proceeding to the next match after winning in WWE Universe
VISUAL PRESENTATION
- Addressed a finger clipping issue with the “John Cena Champion” entrance motion
- Fixed an issue with Eva Marie’s entrance when she is a title holder and an alternate attire is used
WWE CREATIONS – SUPERSTAR
- Addressed an issue when applying headgear parts to Kane (Corporate)
- “Abilities” will no longer be grayed out when adjusting a Superstar’s weight in WWE Creations
- Fixed several warping and clipping issues that occurred when various clothing parts were equipped
- Fixed several issues with the color of clothing parts changing when choosing Lettering logo options
- Fixed an issue with body art (torso) designs not applying around the hips of female Superstars
- Fixed multiple issues with hair dye not applying as intended to certain WWE Superstars and hair styles
WWE CREATIONS – ENTRANCE
- Fixed an issue with the opponent’s music playing incorrectly during sections of an Advanced Creations entrance intended to have no music generated
- Fixed a display issue with the motorcycle in Undertaker 00’s entrance motion when using a female Superstar
- Fixed an camera issues for certain entrance motions when assigned to a female Superstar
WWE CREATIONS – VIDEO
- Addressed stability issues when previewing select cutscenes
WWE CREATIONS – ARENA
- Addressed an issue with applying logos to turnbuckle pads
- Fixed an issue when applying stage patterns to the WCW Bash at the Beach 1994 arena
WWE CREATIONS – MOVE-SET
- Improved preview animations for various moves in Edit Move-set
AUDIO
- Fixed an issue with post-match music failing to play after winning a match with an alternate attire Superstar
- Addressed issue with Zack Ryder and crowd not chanting “Woo woo woo” during his victory scene
- Fixed an issue with delayed audio in Shawn Michaels' 97’s victory scene
DOWNLOADABLE CONTENT
- Added support for the “WWE 2K17 Hall of Fame Showcase” downloadable content ahead of release.
- Revised several move animations to appear more natural and adjusted syncing issues for moves from the WWE 2K17 Legends Pack, WWE 2K17 New Moves Pack, and WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Addressed an issue with Superstars getting stuck when performing the Hyperdrive move
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Eliminated a beeping sound that played during the match-up screen for matches featuring The Club
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Fixed an issue with the Tye Breaker move failing to award Signature Touch points
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Users can now modify the colors of Mojo Rawley’s face tape in WWE Creations
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Fixed an issue in which hair dye incorrectly applied to Luke Gallows’s face
- WWE 2K17 Future Stars Pack – Fixed an issue with the referee getting stuck after performing a pin combo with the Magic Killer and Hype Ryder moves
