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{{Infobox video game
| title = WWE 2K15
| image = WWE 2K15 Cover.jpg|border=yes
| caption = Cover art featuring [[John Cena]]
| alt = A picture of John Cena is seen on a white background with a red striped line in the middle. The game's logo appears on the top.
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| series = ''[[WWE 2K]]''
| platforms = {{ubl|[[PlayStation 3]]|[[PlayStation 4]]|[[Xbox 360]]|[[Xbox One]]|[[Microsoft Windows]]|[[Android (operating system)|Android]]|[[iOS]]}}
| released = {{ubl|'''PlayStation 3''', '''Xbox 360'''{{vgrelease|NA|October 28, 2014|AU|October 30, 2014<ref name="au">{{Cite web |date=October 15, 2014 |title=2K Announces ''WWE 2K15'' Downloadable Content |url=https://www.impulsegamer.com/2k-announces-wwe-2k15-downloadable-content/ |access-date=October 26, 2024 |website=Impulse Gamer |language=en-US}}</ref>|EU|October 31, 2014}}|'''PlayStation 4''', '''Xbox One'''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://wwe.2k.com/index.php/news/single/us-new-release-date-for-wwe-2k15-on-next-generation-consoles|title=New release date for WWE 2K15 on next generational consoles|publisher=WWE 2K|date=September 16, 2014|access-date=September 16, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141130134047/https://wwe.2k.com/index.php/news/single/us-new-release-date-for-wwe-2k15-on-next-generation-consoles|archive-date=November 30, 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref><br />{{vgrelease|NA|November 18, 2014|AU|November 20, 2014<ref name="au"/>|EU|November 21, 2014}}|'''Mobile'''<br />{{vgrelease|NA|April 16, 2015}}|'''Microsoft Windows'''<ref name="PC">{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k15/wwe-2k15-windows-pc-announcement-this-spring-27315901|title=WWE 2K15 arrives on Windows PCs|work=WWE|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=August 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150821065208/http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k15/wwe-2k15-windows-pc-announcement-this-spring-27315901|url-status=live}}</ref><br />{{vgrelease|NA|April 28, 2015<ref name="PCrls">{{cite web|url=https://www.twitter.com/WWEgames/status/592894869632372736|title=WWE 2K on Twitter|work=Twitter|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=July 27, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190727073328/https://twitter.com/wwegames/status/592894869632372736|url-status=live}}</ref>}}}}
| genre = [[Sports game|Sports]]
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[Multiplayer video game|multiplayer]]
}}
'''''WWE 2K15''''' is a [[professional wrestling]] video game developed by [[Yuke's]] and published by [[2K (company)|2K]] for [[PlayStation 3]], [[PlayStation 4]], [[Xbox 360]], [[Xbox One]] and [[Microsoft Windows]]. It is the sequel to ''[[WWE 2K14]]'', and was succeeded by ''[[WWE 2K16]]''. It was released on October 28, 2014, in North America and on October 31, 2014, in Europe for [[History of video game consoles (seventh generation)|last generation consoles]] and released on November 18, 2014, in North America and on November 21, 2014, in Europe for [[History of video game consoles (eighth generation)|current generation consoles]]. It was released for [[Microsoft Windows]] on April 28, 2015, and was the first WWE game to be released on the platform since ''[[WWE Raw (video game)|WWE Raw]]'', which was released in 2002.<ref name="PC" /><ref name="PCrls" /> Online server play was shut down on May 31, 2016.<ref>{{Cite web |last=SimoneSDH |date=2016-05-02 |title=WWE 2K15 Servers To Be Discontinued On May 31, 2016 {{!}} WWE 2K15 News |url=https://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/news/wwe2k15/wwe-2k15-servers-to-be-discontinued-on-may-31-2016 |access-date=2024-04-30 |website=The SmackDown Hotel |language=en-gb}}</ref> It is the first game in the series to use the new [[WWE]] logo since it was introduced earlier in 2014, which was originally used as the logo of the [[WWE Network]].
The game is based on the [[professional wrestling promotion]] WWE and ''WWE 2K15'' serves as the first game in the series to signify the "new generation", placing a heavy emphasis on traditional and more relaxed gameplay, unlike the arcade-like combat prominent in previous installments. It also adds several new features to complement the main theme based around naturalism, adding a new chain grapple system at the beginning of matches, slowing the pacing of the matches and adding a new stamina bar to reflect and portray the quality of matches produced on WWE television.
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''WWE 2K15'' signifies as the start of a "new generation", which focuses on turning the franchise into a true wrestling game rather than "a fighting game with [[List of WWE personnel|WWE Superstars]] in it." The new chain wrestling mini-game has been implemented (exclusive to current generation consoles and PC only) to make matches play out more realistically. Pressing the grapple button at the beginning of the match will initiate a [[Collar-and-elbow position|collar-and-elbow tie up]]. At the beginning of the tie up, each opponent will press one of three face buttons to place their opponent into a side headlock, a wrist lock or a waist lock with a [[rock-paper-scissors]] style outcome. (Headlock beats Wrist lock, Wrist lock beats Waist lock, Waist lock beats Headlock.) Whoever wins will place their opponent in the corresponding hold, while both players rotate the right analog stick (space + movement keys on PC) to find a "sweet spot". If the attacker finds it first, they'll perform a move, if the defender finds it first, they'll gain the upper hand. Additionally, the attacking wrestler can strike or wrench the opponent's limb, making it harder for them to find the sweet spot. This mini-game only happens 2-3 times during the match and can be turned off via the options menu. Strikes have returned to their normal speed, with the improved collision and selling animations from the opponent. Unlike in previous games, superstars will not stand up immediately, after taking a bump or slam.
[[File:Wwe 2k15 gameplay screen.jpg|thumb|Gameplay screenshot of [[Bray Wyatt]] delivering his finisher, Sister Abigail, to [[
This game also introduces the three-tier stamina meter, which controls the pace of a match. Through each move the player performs, especially striking and running, will drain the stamina meter. During the first tier, the wrestler will be full of energy and perform moves easily. During the second tier, the wrestler will begin to slow down. In the third tier, the wrestler will be completely exhausted, even being unable to perform their finishing moves should it drop too low. The stamina meter can also be turned off or adjusted to drain more slowly, and will slowly regenerate as long as a meter is not depleted. The game's submission system has been revamped. The "Breaking Point" gauge has been replaced with a two part circular gauge. The mechanic of the system remains mostly the same, but players only have to mash a single button rather than all four. Wake-up taunt finishers are now known as "Charged Finishers" which combines the taunt & finisher into a single animation by pressing and holding the finisher button when the opponent is grounded and then releasing it when they're on their feet (whereas on PC, holding the key is not necessary). Signature moves can now be stored as well. Catch and Catapult finishers have also returned. Both fighting styles and skill sets have been brought in to ensure that the characters behave more like their real-life counterparts. For example, high flyers like [[Rey Mysterio]] will not do power moves and will focus on diving and springboard moves while giants like [[Big Show|The Big Show]] cannot climb the turnbuckle and will focus on power moves. Superstars who cannot climb to the top rope can climb to the second rope and deliver moves such as [[Bret
Gameplay on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions remains largely the same blueprint as previous entries in the series, most notably ''[[WWE 2K14]]''. However, new rosters, new arenas, new championship titles and new contents have been introduced.
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=== 2K Showcase ===
On August 4, 2014, [[IGN]] revealed that the game will feature a historical mode, which focuses on past WWE rivalries.<ref name="stc">{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/08/04/wwe-2k15-story-career-modes-and-more-revealed-ign-first|title=WWE 2K15: Story, Career Modes, and More Revealed – IGN First|author=Vince Ingenito|date=August 4, 2014|work=IGN|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=October 17, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151017204825/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/08/04/wwe-2k15-story-career-modes-and-more-revealed-ign-first|url-status=live}}</ref> Called the "2K Showcase", the story mode is similar to ''[[WWE 2K14]]''{{'}}s 30 Years of [[WrestleMania]] mode in that it focuses on historical events, but will be more like the Attitude Era mode in ''[[WWE '13]]'' where it emphasizes specifics rather than generalities. The mode goes into more depth, giving a more detailed look at personal rivalries, treating them as mini-documentaries, with in-match cut scenes (with re-recorded commentary) and historical objectives to complete.
The 2K Showcase features 33 matches in total and is highlighted by two rivalries.
The first rivalry "Hustle, Loyalty, Disrespect" is between [[John Cena]] and [[
The second rivalry "Best Friends, Bitter Enemies" chronicles the feud between [[
The 2K Showcase also allows players to unlock various arenas, wrestlers and attires from each rivalry period, including Triple H's 2003 and 2004 attire and the stable Evolution from 2004.
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''WWE 2K15'' has three additional Showcases, which were available as [[Downloadable content|DLCs]].
"One More Match" features the rivalry between [[Christian Cage|Christian]] and [[
"Hall of Pain" features [[
"Path of Warrior" focuses on the career of [[The Ultimate Warrior]], chronicling in on the rise of The Ultimate Warrior during the 1980s, commenting on the passing of the torch that [[Hulk Hogan]] demonstrated at [[WrestleMania VI]] and detailing Warrior's legacy within the [[WWE]], from his [[SummerSlam (1988)|SummerSlam 1988]] matchup against [[The Honky Tonk Man|Honky Tonk Man]], with [[Jimmy Hart]] by his side, to his [[Wrestlemania XII]] matchup with Hunter Hearst Helmsley.
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=== PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 exclusive modes ===
==== Who Got NXT? ====
Replacing MyCareer on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 is a mode called "Who Got NXT?" which is a story mode focusing on up-and-comers from NXT: [[Adrian Neville]], [[Bo Dallas]], [[Corey Graves]], [[Rusev (wrestler)|Rusev]], and [[Sami Zayn]], the 5 playable NXT Superstars in the game.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm8aETUsPNc&a|title=Who Got NXT? mode debuts in WWE 2K15
==== Proving Ground ====
Designed to be the spiritual successor to "Defeat The Streak" from ''WWE 2K14'', ''Proving Ground'' pits players against John Cena, the top guy in WWE, in the [[Raw (WWE brand)|Raw]] arena. This mode is only unlockable after completing the "Who Got NXT?" mode. The player will choose one of the 5 playable NXT Superstars to face Cena in a one-on-one match with a 30-minute time limit. Defeating Cena with all 5 NXT stars will unlock the entire roster (including created Superstars) to play the mode with.
== Creative Suite ==
Several features that were present in previous games like: Story Designer, Create-A-Finisher and Custom Soundtracks were removed from the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions for unknown reasons nor are they present on next gen consoles though Create-A-Diva, Paint Tool, Create-A-Championship & Create-An-Arena are still available on last gen.
"Create-A-Superstar" has returned with only 25 available slots for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 versions while the PC version has 50 slots when the player updates the game on [[Steam (service)|Steam]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/news/wwe2k15/wwe-2k15-dev-q-a-recap-superstar-editing-only-25-caw-slots-paint-tool-replaced-more|title=WWE 2K15 Q+A reveals
== Visuals and audio ==
The PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows versions of the game feature the same face and body scanning tech that was used for ''[[NBA 2K14]]'' to ensure that the models look as close to their real-life counterparts as possible.<ref name="Tech">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-wwe-2k15-showcases-the-power-of-nba-2k-tech/1100-6420396/|title=E3 2014: WWE 2K15 Showcases the Power of NBA 2K Tech|work=GameSpot|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=November 9, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151109222707/http://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2014-wwe-2k15-showcases-the-power-of-nba-2k-tech/1100-6420396/|url-status=live}}</ref> Textures for clothing, beards & long hair have been updated, with 2K creating an entirely new development tool to more realistically portray beards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.designntrend.com/articles/18660/20140829/wwe-2k15-producer-explains-new-beard-tech-adjusting-current-gen.htm|title='WWE 2K15' Producer Explains New 'Beard Tech' And Adjusting To Current-Gen Consoles|work=Design & Trend|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=October 9, 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141009011955/http://www.designntrend.com/articles/18660/20140829/wwe-2k15-producer-explains-new-beard-tech-adjusting-current-gen.htm|url-status=live}}</ref> However, the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions have similar graphics to its predecessor, but with improved clothing textures and a new lighting system that lessens the shine from the superstar models.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/2k-gives-insight-wwe-2k15s-graphics-ps3-xbox-360/|title=2K Gives Insight On WWE 2K15's Graphics For PS3 And Xbox 360 – Attack of the Fanboy|author=Damian Seeto|work=Attack of the Fanboy|date=July 11, 2014|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=November 18, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151118011759/http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/2k-gives-insight-wwe-2k15s-graphics-ps3-xbox-360/|url-status=live}}</ref> The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions are displayed in [[1080p]] resolution and have an improved [[frame rate]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cinemablend.com/games/WWE-2K15-Confirmed-1080p-PS4-Xbox-One-68041.html|title=WWE 2K15 Confirmed 1080p On PS4 And Xbox One|work=cinemablend.com|date=October 25, 2014|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=September 10, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150910124537/http://www.cinemablend.com/games/WWE-2K15-Confirmed-1080p-PS4-Xbox-One-68041.html|url-status=live}}</ref> Visual Concepts motion captured wrestlers performing their moves in an actual WWE ring over the course of forty days with the sound of each bump being recorded to ensure that it sounds like the actual move rather than using generic sounds of someone hitting the mat.<ref name="stc" /><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/9/3/6100801/see-the-wrestlers-of-wwe-2k15-grappling-with-motion-capture|title=See the wrestlers of WWE 2K15 grappling with motion capture|author=Colin Campbell|work=Polygon|date=September 3, 2014|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=March 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304114554/http://www.polygon.com/2014/9/3/6100801/see-the-wrestlers-of-wwe-2k15-grappling-with-motion-capture|url-status=live}}</ref> The game has five times the amount of animation data than the previous game.<ref name="stc" /> [[Michael Cole (wrestling)|Michael Cole]] and [[Jerry
== Soundtrack ==
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For the first time since ''[[Smackdown vs. Raw 2010]]'' video game, ''WWE 2K15'' features a licensed soundtrack. ''WWE 2K15: The Soundtrack'' was [[Curator|curated]] by John Cena. It consists of music from a variety of artists from various music genres including hip-hop, rock, and country. In addition to the songs from the soundtrack, the game also includes four additional songs. The album version features two exclusive songs by Cena and [[Wiz Khalifa]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/blame-john-cena-if-you-dont-like-wwe-2k15s-soundtr/1100-6422927/|title=Blame John Cena if You Don't Like WWE 2K15's Soundtrack
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| extra4 = Wiz Khalifa
| length4 = 3:45
| title5 = [[Wild Ones (Flo Rida song)|Wild Ones]] ([[WrestleMania XXVIII]] version)
| extra5 = [[Flo Rida]] featuring [[Sia]]
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== Releases ==
In July 2014, it was announced that Sting would be the game's pre-order bonus as two playable characters: One being the black and white [[The Crow|Crow]]-inspired persona and the other being his surfer gimmick with the blond [[flattop]] hairstyle.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3gExu2Mk6o|title=Sting Debuts in WWE 2K15
=== PlayStation 4 and Xbox One ===
The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of the game were delayed three weeks from their original October 28 release date.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/9/16/6222087/wwe-2k15-release-date-delay-ps4-xbox-one-|title=WWE 2K15 delays PS4, Xbox One release until Nov. 18|author=Owen S. Good|work=Polygon|date=September 16, 2014|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=September 22, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150922235923/http://www.polygon.com/2014/9/16/6222087/wwe-2k15-release-date-delay-ps4-xbox-one-|url-status=live}}</ref> 2K stated "The additional development time enables our talented teams to ensure the ''WWE 2K15'' next-gen experience fully meets our expectations."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/09/16/wwe-2k15-delayed-on-ps4-and-xbox-one|title=WWE 2K15 Delayed on PS4 and Xbox One|work=IGN|date=September 16, 2014|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=September 24, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924225838/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/09/16/wwe-2k15-delayed-on-ps4-and-xbox-one|url-status=live}}</ref> The next gen versions were released on November 18, 2014.
=== Microsoft Windows ===
On April 21, 2015, WWE announced an upcoming Windows PC release in Spring of 2015.<ref name="PC" /> A week later, 2K announced the release date of April 28, 2015.<ref name="PCrls" /> This marks the first game in the ''WWE 2K'' series to be released on PC, as well as the first WWE game to be released on PC since ''WWE Raw'' which was released in 2002. All previously released downloadable content was included at no extra cost, except [[Paige (wrestler)|Paige]], who was exclusive to the Season Pass.<ref name="paige">{{cite web|url=http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-pc-wont-getting-paige/|title=WWE 2K15 PC Won't Be Getting Paige – Attack of the Fanboy|author=Damian Seeto|work=Attack of the Fanboy|date=April 26, 2015|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=August 31, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150831043228/http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-pc-wont-getting-paige|url-status=live}}</ref> The PC version is similar to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions, featuring MyCareer and 2K Showcase game modes. The PC version is exclusive to Steam, with no retail release planned.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-pc-steam-exclusive-retail-release-planned/|title=WWE 2K15 PC Is Steam Exclusive; No Retail Release Planned|author=Damian Seeto|work=Attack of the Fanboy|date=April 24, 2015|access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=September 12, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150912223232/http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-pc-steam-exclusive-retail-release-planned/|url-status=live}}</ref>
=== Mobile ===
A version of the game for mobile devices, developed by [[n-Space]], was released for Android and iOS on April 16, 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k-new-mobile-game-ios-android-27236116|title=2K announces new WWE 2K mobile game|work=WWE|access-date=September 26, 2015|archive-date=September 8, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150908130038/http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k-new-mobile-game-ios-android-27236116|url-status=live}}</ref> 2K called it the "first simulation-based WWE video game for mobile devices".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k-new-mobile-game-ios-android-now-available-27302677|title=WWE 2K now available on iOS and Android|work=WWE|access-date=September 26, 2015|archive-date=October 2, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151002165031/http://www.wwe.com/inside/2k/wwe-2k-new-mobile-game-ios-android-now-available-27302677|url-status=live}}</ref> The mobile version features 10 playable superstars, three match types, full entrances & move sets, create a superstar, live multiplayer and a career mode.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2415535-wwe-2k15-mobile-release-date-roster-features-modes-and-available-devices|title=WWE 2K15 Mobile: Info on Release, Roster, Features, Modes and Available Devices|author=Brian Mazique|work=Bleacher Report|access-date=September 26, 2015|archive-date=September 27, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150927222004/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2415535-wwe-2k15-mobile-release-date-roster-features-modes-and-available-devices|url-status=live}}</ref> In July 2015, an update was released that improved controls and responsiveness.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://toucharcade.com/2015/07/17/wwe-2k-just-got-a-big-update-improves-controls-and-responsiveness/|title='WWE 2K' Just Got a Big Update, Improves Controls and Responsiveness|work=TouchArcade|date=July 17, 2015|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=October 16, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151016030136/http://toucharcade.com/2015/07/17/wwe-2k-just-got-a-big-update-improves-controls-and-responsiveness/|url-status=live}}</ref>
== Downloadable content ==
On October 14, 2014, it was announced that the batch of upcoming DLC will include the "Accelerator", which unlocks all in-game content, and three additional rivalries for the 2K Showcase mode. "One More Match", which chronicles the feud between Christian and Randy Orton from 2011, was the first added alongside "Hall of Pain", which highlights Mark Henry's domination from
The "One More Match" DLC adds Christian and [[Edge (wrestler)|Edge]] as playable characters. The "Hall of Pain" DLC awards the player [[The Great Khali]] and unmasked [[Kane (wrestler)|Kane]] as playable characters. Also, additional attires are added for Mark Henry, Big Show, [[Sheamus]], Randy Orton, [[Bryan Danielson|Daniel Bryan]] and [[The Usos]]. "The Path of Warrior" DLC includes another attire for The Ultimate Warrior and adds Hulk Hogan, [[Rick Rude]], [[Andre The Giant]], [[Col. Mustafa]], [[General Adnan]], [[Sgt. Slaughter]], [[The Honky Tonk Man|Honky Tonk Man]] and [["Macho Man" Randy Savage]] as playable characters.
Various packs were available at unspecified dates with Superstars, Legends, managers, and new moves included. The first pack available was the "NXT ArRival" DLC, which added [[The Ascension (professional wrestling)|The Ascension]], [[Adam Rose]], [[Emma (wrestler)|Emma]] and [[John "Bradshaw" Layfield]] as playable characters. The second pack added was the ''WCW Pack'' DLC which added WCW legends [[Dave Finlay|Fit Finlay]], [[William Regal|Lord Steven Regal]], [[Bam Bam Bigelow]], [[Diamond Dallas Page]], and [[Lex Luger]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ign.com/articles/2014/10/14/wwe-2k15-dlc-and-season-pass-details-revealed|title=WWE 2K15 downloadable content details
On July 27, 2015, the pre-order Hulk Hogan DLC was removed from sale on [[PlayStation Network]] and [[Xbox Games Store]] following [[Hulk Hogan#Scandal and departure|the controversy surrounding racist remarks made by Hogan]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.idigitaltimes.com/wwe-2k15-dlc-hulk-hogan-dlc-being-removed-psn-xbox-store-461497|title=WWE 2K15 DLC: Hulk Hogan DLC Being Removed From PSN, Xbox Store|publisher=iDigitalTimes|date=July 27, 2015|access-date=August 25, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150820003738/http://www.idigitaltimes.com/wwe-2k15-dlc-hulk-hogan-dlc-being-removed-psn-xbox-store-461497|archive-date=August 20, 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wrestlinginc.com/wi/news/2015/0725/598704/hulk-hogan-dlc-removed-from-wwe-2k15-store/|title=Roddy Piper's Odd Talk Show Appearance Video, Hulk Hogan DLC Removed From WWE 2K15 Store|work=WrestlingInc.com|date=July 25, 2015 |access-date=August 27, 2015|archive-date=August 28, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150828065411/http://www.wrestlinginc.com/wi/news/2015/0725/598704/hulk-hogan-dlc-removed-from-wwe-2k15-store/|url-status=live}}</ref> then after four years it was announced that Hogan will return for ''[[WWE 2K20]]'' in 2019.
=== Season Pass ===
The Season Pass includes all three 2K Showcase story mode DLCs, the Accelerator DLC, and exclusive access to WWE Diva Paige.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ign.com/articles/2014/10/14/wwe-2k15-dlc-and-season-pass-details-revealed|title=WWE 2K15 season pass details
== Reception ==
{{Video game reviews
| MC = (PC) 70/100<ref name="MCPC">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game
| EuroG = 3/10<ref name="EuroG">{{cite web |last=Dransfield |first=Ian |date=November 27, 2014 |url=https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-11-27-wwe-2k15-review |title=WWE 2K15 review |publisher=[[Eurogamer]] |access-date=November 27, 2014 |archive-date=November 29, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141129163515/http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-11-27-wwe-2k15-review |url-status=live }}</ref>
| GI = 7/10<ref name="GI">{{cite web |last=Vore |first=Bryan |date=October 28, 2014 |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/games/wwe_2k15/b/ps3/archive/2014/10/28/wwe-2k15-review-game-informer.aspx |title=WWE 2K15 – Last-Gen Version Left Out In The Cold |publisher=[[Game Informer]] |access-date=October 28, 2014 |archive-date=October 31, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141031151309/http://www.gameinformer.com/games/wwe_2k15/b/ps3/archive/2014/10/28/wwe-2k15-review-game-informer.aspx |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last=Vore |first=Bryan |date=November 17, 2014 |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/games/wwe_2k15/b/playstation4/archive/2014/11/17/wwe-2k15-review-game-informer.aspx |title=WWE 2K15 PS4 Review – New-Gen Version Blows Up In Debut Match |publisher=[[Game Informer]] |access-date=November 17, 2014 |archive-date=November 20, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141120060419/http://www.gameinformer.com/games/wwe_2k15/b/playstation4/archive/2014/11/17/wwe-2k15-review-game-informer.aspx |url-status=dead }}</ref>
| GameRev = (PS4/XONE) {{Rating|4|5}}<ref>{{cite web |last=Tan |first=Nick |date=November 17, 2014 |url=https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/66082-wwe-2k15-ps4-xone-review#/slide/1 |title=WWE 2K15 (PS4/XOne) Review |publisher=[[Game Revolution]] |access-date=November 17, 2014 |archive-date=December 16, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181216125540/https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/66082-wwe-2k15-ps4-xone-review#/slide/1 |url-status=live }}</ref><br />(PS3/X360) {{Rating|2|5}}<ref>{{cite web |last=Tan |first=Nick |date=November 1, 2014 |url=https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/65895-wwe-2k15-review#/slide/1 |title=WWE 2K15 (PS3/X360) Review |publisher=[[Game Revolution]] |access-date=November 1, 2014 |archive-date=February 3, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190203031842/https://www.gamerevolution.com/review/65895-wwe-2k15-review#/slide/1 |url-status=live }}</ref>
| IGN = (PS4/XONE) 7/10<ref name="IGNPS4XONE">{{cite web |last=Rudden |first=Dave |date=November 17, 2014 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2014/11/18/wwe-2k15-review-ps4xbox-one |title=WWE 2K15 review for PS4 and Xbox One |publisher=IGN |access-date=November 17, 2014 |archive-date=November 20, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141120134109/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/11/18/wwe-2k15-review-ps4xbox-one |url-status=live }}</ref><br />(PS3/X360) 5.9/10<ref name="IGN">{{cite web |last=Rudden |first=Dave |date=October 27, 2014 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2014/10/28/wwe-2k15-review |title=WWE 2K15 Review |publisher=[[IGN]] |access-date=October 27, 2014 |archive-date=October 28, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141028064803/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/10/28/wwe-2k15-review |url-status=live }}</ref>
| PCGUS = 67/100<ref name="PCGUS">{{cite web |last=Wilson |first=Ben |date=May 4, 2015 |url=https://www.pcgamer.com/wwe-2k15-review-pc/ |title=WWE 2K15 PC review |publisher=[[PC Gamer]] |access-date=May 4, 2015 |archive-date=May 7, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150507015315/http://www.pcgamer.com/wwe-2k15-review-pc/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
| rev1 = ''GameWatcher''
| rev1Score = 7.5/10<ref name="GameWatcher">{{cite web |last=Jones |first=John-Paul |date=May 19, 2015 |url=https://www.gamewatcher.com/reviews/wwe-2k15-review/12239 |title=WWE 2K15 PC Review |publisher=GameWatcher |access-date=May 19, 2015 |archive-date=May 22, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150522182628/http://www.gamewatcher.com/reviews/wwe-2k15-review/12239 |url-status=live }}</ref>
| rev2 = ''Hardcore Gamer''
| rev2Score = 3/5<ref name="Hardcore Gamer">{{cite web |last=Halestorm |first=Bradly |date=November 28, 2014 |url=https://www.hardcoregamer.com/2014/11/28/review-wwe-2k15/119470/ |title=Review: WWE 2K15 |publisher=Hardcore Gamer |access-date=November 28, 2014 |archive-date=December 1, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141201040729/http://www.hardcoregamer.com/2014/11/28/review-wwe-2k15/119470/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
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=== Microsoft Windows ===
''[[PC Gamer]]'' gave the Microsoft Windows version of the game a 67 out of 100, calling the game "a capable attempt to recapture the magic of WWE, let down by the decision not to update any single element of the console versions."<ref name="PCGUS" /> ''[[Rock, Paper, Shotgun]]'' stated "It's a disappointing game," adding "''WWE 2K15'' is a lot like the WWE itself – burying its female performers, mishandling its roster, screwing up its own booking and failing to establish characters".<ref>{{cite news |last=Smith |first=Adam |date=May 1, 2015 |url=https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2015/05/01/wwe-2k15-review-pc/ |title=WWE 2K15 Review |newspaper=[[Rock, Paper, Shotgun]] |access-date=May 1, 2015 |archive-date=May 2, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150502004644/http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2015/05/01/wwe-2k15-review-pc/ |url-status=live }}</ref> GameWatcher gave the game a 7.5 out of 10, stating "unlike the game's release on consoles, the presence of mod support means that ''WWE 2K15'' will actively evolve over time on PC. Until the mod community flourishes however and assuming the game's rough edges prove tolerable, ''WWE 2K15'' remains an enjoyable wrestling yarn the likes of which PC players haven't been graced with in, well, forever. Maybe not the best there was or the best there is and certainly not the best there ever will be then, but it's a good start all the same and after all, legends have been fashioned from less."<ref name="GameWatcher" />
=== Mobile versions ===
''[[Pocket Gamer]]'' gave the mobile version a 7 out of 10, commenting that it is "a pretty solid experience, and it flourishes the deeper you get into it", while criticizing the price of the game.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/iPad/WWE+2K/review.asp?c=64912|title=WWE 2K|date=April 17, 2015|work=Pocket Gamer|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=September 15, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150915105236/http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/iPad/WWE+2K/review.asp?c=64912|url-status=live}}</ref> [[Gamezebo]] rated it 3.5 out of 5 stars, praising the graphics, multiplayer and controls but lamenting the overall lack of content.<ref>{{cite web|url=
=== Sales ===
In December 2014, it was announced that ''WWE 2K15'' had outperformed ''WWE '13'' and ''WWE 2K14'' in the same holiday sales time period.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-sales-improve-wwe-2k14/|title=WWE 2K15 Sales Improve Over WWE 2K14|author=Damian Seeto|work=Attack of the Fanboy|date=December 18, 2014|access-date=October 7, 2015|archive-date=September 17, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150917151103/http://attackofthefanboy.com/news/wwe-2k15-sales-improve-wwe-2k14|url-status=live}}</ref> As of August 2015, ''WWE 2K15'' has shipped over three million copies.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Matulef|first1=Jeffrey|title=Grand Theft Auto series has shipped over 220 m copies|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-08-21-grand-theft-auto-series-has-shipped-over-220m-copies|website=[[Eurogamer]]|publisher=Gamer Network|access-date=August 22, 2015|date=August 21, 2015|archive-date=August 22, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150822121837/http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-08-21-grand-theft-auto-series-has-shipped-over-220m-copies|url-status=live}}</ref>
== See also ==
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[[Category:Video games developed in the United States]]
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