WWE 2K25: Comprehensive Match Types Guide

*WWE 2K25* is shaping up to be an exhilarating experience for professional wrestling enthusiasts, boasting an extensive array of match types that cater to every fan's desires. This year's edition introduces new match types that debuted in 2024, alongside a robust selection of returning favorites. Let's dive into the world of *WWE 2K25* and explore each match type in detail.

Every New Match Type in WWE 2K25

Bloodline Rules: With the Bloodline's monumental impact in 2024, *WWE 2K25* places them front and center, featuring Roman Reigns on the cover and integrating the Bloodline into the Dynasty mode. Bloodline Rules matches are no-holds-barred, no disqualification affairs where victory is achieved through pin or submission. These matches are notorious for their chaotic nature, with frequent interference from other WWE superstars, the use of props and weapons, and often, incapacitated referees.

Intergender Matches: A long-awaited feature, Intergender Matches in *WWE 2K25* allow for thrilling confrontations between superstars from the men's and women's divisions, bringing a new level of excitement and unpredictability to the game.

Underground Matches: Blending the intensity of professional wrestling with elements of MMA, Underground Matches remove the ring ropes and are surrounded by other WWE superstars to keep the action contained. Initially introduced on Raw, these matches have found a new home in NXT, offering a unique combat experience.

Every Returning Match Type in WWE 2K25

*WWE 2K25* brings back a comprehensive selection of match types that have become fan favorites over the years. With variations in the number of participants and match rules, the game offers an unparalleled variety of wrestling experiences.

Normal Rules – Pin or Submission Victory

• One on One
• Triple Threat
• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way
• 6-Way
• 8-Way

Tag Team – Evenly Matched Teams

• Two on Two
• Two on Two – Mixed Tag
• Two on Two – Tornado Tag
• Three on Three
• Three on Three – Tornado Tag
• Triple Threat Tornado Tag
• Four on Four
• 4-Way Tornado Tag

Tag Team (Handicap) – Imbalanced Teams

• One on Two – Tag
• One on Two – Tornado Tag
• One on Three – Tag
• Two on Three – Tag

Ambulance Match, Casket Match – Close the opponent in the Ambulance or Casket

• One on One only

Backstage Brawl – Fight Outside of the Ring Backstage, in the NXT Parking Lot, or WWE Archives

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Triple Threat
• Fatal 4-Way
• 6-Way
• 8-Way
• Handicap – One on Two

Battle Royal – Go over the Top Rope and you lose, last one still in the Ring wins

• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way
• 6-Way
• 8-Way

Elimination Chamber – Random Superstar enters at intervals, Elimination Match

• 6-Way Only

Extreme Rules – No Countouts or Disqualifications, Weapons Encouraged

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Triple Threat
• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way

Falls Count Anywhere – Pin or Submission against the opponent anywhere in the arena

• One on One
• Triple Threat
• Fatal 4-Way

Gauntlet, Gauntlet Eliminator, and Gauntlet Turmoil

• 4 Entrants
• 5 Entrants
• 6 Entrants
• 8 Entrants
• 10 Entrants
• 20 Entrants
• 30 Entrants

Hell in a Cell – Win by Pin, Submission, or leave the Cage

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Three on Three
• Triple Threat
• Triple Threat Tornado Tag
• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way
• 6-Way

Iron Man Match – Endurance match runs for set time, Superstars with most pins at the end wins

• One on One only

Ladder Match – Grab the Object hanging above the Ring to win

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Three on Three
• Triple Threat
• Triple Threat Tornado Tag
• Four on Four
• Fatal 4-Way
• 4-Way Tornado Tag
• 5-Way
• 6-Way
• 8-Way

Last Man Standing – Knock a Superstar down for the Ref’s 10-count

• One on One only

No Holds Barred – No Disqualifications or Count-Outs, anything goes

• One on One only

Royal Rumble – Massive Matches where more Superstars enter the Ring as it Progresses

• 10-Man Royal Rumble
• 20-Man Royal Rumble
• 30-Man Royal Rumble

Steel Cage – Ring surrounded by a Cage, Win by Pin, Submission or Exiting the Cage

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Triple Threat
• Fatal 4-Way

Submission Match – No Pins, Superstar has to tap out to lose

• One on One only

Table Match – Put a Superstar through a table to win

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Three on Three
• Triple Threat
• Triple Threat Tornado Tag
• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way

Tables, Ladders, and Chairs – Variant of Ladder Match featuring lots of props

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Three on Three
• Triple Threat
• Triple Threat Tornado Tag
• Fatal 4-Way
• 5-Way

Tournaments – Challenge Superstars across several match types

• One on One
• Two on Two
• Tag Team Tournament
• Dusty Rhodes Classic

WarGames – Entrants enter at intervals, pin or submission once all are in the Ring

• Three on Three
• Four on Four

*WWE 2K25* also allows for custom matches, empowering players to set their own rules and create unique wrestling scenarios.

That concludes our comprehensive rundown of all the match types in *WWE 2K25*. Whether you're a fan of traditional wrestling, chaotic no-rules brawls, or thrilling multi-person showdowns, this game has something for everyone.

*WWE 2K25* will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC starting March 14th, with Early Access kicking off on March 7th.