The WWE 2K23 Bad News U Pack is available today featuring a host of fresh additions to the roster. Fans can now play as legendary figures such as Wade Barrett, a five-time Intercontinental Champion and renowned Raw commentator. Joining him is Eve Torres, a former three-time WWE Divas Champion and winner of the 2007 Diva Search, marking her return to the WWE 2K series after more than ten years.
The Bad News U Pack also introduces new faces to the WWE 2K franchise. NXT standouts Andre Chase, Nathan Frazer and Damon Kemp make their debut appearances in the game, giving players the opportunity to experience the talent and excitement of these rising stars firsthand.
The DLC features close to 50 fresh moves and taunts introduced by these Superstars, which can also be utilized by custom superstars in the Creation Suite. The DLC can be purchased individually for $9.99 or as part of the Season Pass, Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition of WWE 2K23.
Check out all of the entrances, signatures and finishers in the latest WWE 2K23 Bad News U DLC video from Smacktalks below.
WWE 2K23 patch 1.16 was released yesterday to add support for the Bad News U Pack and a few other issues have been addressed. Check out the patch notes below.
GAMEPLAY
- Addressed reported concerns that may have prevented “The Silencer” move from consuming a signature/Finisher stock
UNIVERSE
- Improved saving consistency when editing divisions
- Addressed reported concerns regarding superstar duplication when creating a Mixed Gender Tag match
2K also revealed the inaugural WWE 2K23 Hall of Champions Invitational, where eight WWE 2K NextMaker content creators are teaming up with community members for a tag team tournament. Aspiring participants can submit their entries via social media, showcasing their originality, creativity, passion and WWE 2K23 skills. The selected community members will team up with NextMakers and compete in an elimination bracket named “The Qualifier,” progressing through online rounds to reach “The Finals,” a physical event.
In addition, WWE 2K23’s MyFACTION game mode will feature the new Danger Zone Series 2 card collection on August 25 and the Payback card collection arriving on September 1. A special Evolution Hurts Live Event Faction Focus centered around the Hurt Business faction will run from August 18 to September 5, challenging players with specific cards to unlock a Diamond Bobby Lashley reward. The Ultimate Needle Movers event starring Rhea Ripley will take place from August 26 to September 5, offering a Diamond Chyna apex reward card, while more Live Events are scheduled for the summer and fall.
