All WWE 2K25 Match Types, Explained

WWE 2K25 promises to be a thrilling experience for wrestling fans, packed with a diverse array of match types, including several innovative ones that debuted in 2024. Below, we dive into the details of every match type featured in WWE 2K25.

Every New Match Type in WWE 2K25

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Bloodline Rules: The Bloodline's dominance in 2024 has made a significant impact on WWE 2K25, with Roman Reigns gracing the cover and the faction being central to the game's Dynasty mode. In Bloodline Rules matches, it's an all-out brawl with no disqualifications. Victory can be achieved by pin or submission, and these matches often feature interference, weapons, and referees who might not see everything.

Intergender Matches: After years of anticipation, Intergender Matches are now a reality in WWE 2K25. These matches pit male and female superstars against each other, adding a fresh dynamic to the game.

Underground Matches: Blending professional wrestling with combat sports like MMA, Underground Matches remove the ropes from the ring, creating an intense, no-escape environment. Other WWE superstars surround the ring to keep the action inside. Originally introduced on Raw but now a staple of NXT, these matches offer a unique experience.

Every Returning Match Type in WWE 2K25

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WWE 2K25 brings back a comprehensive list of classic match types, catering to fans of all wrestling styles. Here's a rundown of the returning match types, categorized by their format and rules:

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 includes the ability to create custom matches, allowing players to tailor their wrestling experience to their preferences.

With this comprehensive lineup of match types, WWE 2K25 offers an unparalleled wrestling experience. The game will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC starting March 14th, with Early Access beginning on March 7th.