WWE 2K18 coming to Nintendo Switch

The wrestling franchise will return to a Nintendo console for the first time in five years

Posted on Jul 10, 2017 - 6:14pm EST

2K Sports has announced that WWE 2K18 will release on Nintendo Switch this fall. This marks the first time in five years that a WWE game has been on a Nintendo platform.

The Switch version promises comparable features to other platforms. There will be eight man matches, a new grapple carry system, new weight detection, new animations and a massive backstage area. A new MyCareer experience puts you on the path to greatness as you journey along on the road to WrestleMania.

In the new Road to Glory, compete with opponents online to improve your MyPlayer by earning unlockables, boosts and upgrades all while securing your entry into special events that are held alongside real-life WWE special events, such as pay-per-views.

Fans who pre-order will receive two playable versions of WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle: his WWE “American Hero” persona (2001) or his ECW “Wrestling Machine” persona (2006).

WWE 2K18 is coming this Fall to the Switch. It will also be released in October for Xbox One and PS4.

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