WWE 2K25 Match Types Fully Explained

*WWE 2K25* promises to be a thrilling experience for wrestling fans, boasting a diverse array of match types, including exciting new additions that debuted in 2024. Let's dive into every *WWE 2K25* match type and what they entail.

Every New Match Type in WWE 2K25

Bloodline Rules: With the Bloodline taking center stage after a monumental year in 2024, *WWE 2K25* features Bloodline Rules matches prominently. Roman Reigns graces the game's cover, and the Bloodline is integral to the Dynasty mode. These matches are a no-holds-barred, no-disqualification spectacle where victory is achieved by pin or submission. Expect chaos with interference from other superstars, the use of weapons, and referees who might find themselves out of commission.

Intergender Matches: A long-awaited feature, Intergender Matches allow for thrilling confrontations between male and female superstars. After years of fan demand, *WWE 2K25* brings this exciting match type to life, breaking down traditional barriers and adding a fresh dynamic to the gameplay.

Underground Matches: Blending professional wrestling with elements of MMA, Underground Matches remove the ring ropes and have other superstars surrounding the ring to keep the fight inside. Initially debuted on Raw but now a staple in NXT, these matches offer a unique combat experience.

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Every Returning Match Type in WWE 2K25

*WWE 2K25* also brings back a robust selection of classic match types, offering a variety of configurations and rules to keep the gameplay diverse and engaging.

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 features custom matches, allowing players to set their own rules.

And those are all the *WWE 2K25* match types, explained.

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