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Games like WWE 2K22

If WWE 2K22 is your kind of game, the closest matches are WWE 2K24, WWE 2K23 and WWE 2K25 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its climbing the ladder, controls feel smoother and gameplay feels faster. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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WWE 2K22 is a professional wrestling simulation developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K, released in 2022. The game features multiple modes including the 2K Showcase, MyRise career progression, MyFaction, Superstar mode, and the Royal Rumble format. Players can create custom wrestlers and compete across online and local multiplayer options. Reviewers highlight that the controls feel smoother and the gameplay feels faster compared to earlier entries, with signature moves looking cinematic during matches. Players describe the overall experience as cinematic, epic, intense, and at times stressful, particularly when climbing the ladder in key matches. The title earned a 72% positive rating from over 5000 Steam reviews. Steam Deck support is not available.

About WWE 2K22: NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K22 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2023. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

2022SportsSimulationWindowsby Visual Concepts
WWE 2K22 — Steam game cover
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Climbing the ladderControls feel smootherGameplay feels fasterCinematicEpicIntense

Players who liked WWE 2K22 also play

Steam players who put hours into WWE 2K22 also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. WWE 2K24

    WHY THIS

    Shares a cinematic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Top pick for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    Experience a gripping retelling of WrestleMania’s greatest moments in 2K Showcase of the Immortals in WWE 2K24, where you can relive a collection of some of the most unforgettable, career-defining matches.

    2024SportsSimulationDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. WWE 2K23

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode with WWE 2K22.

    Second-strongest match for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    WWE 2K23 is Even Stronger with expanded features, gorgeous graphics and a deep roster of WWE Superstars and Legends. 2K Showcase returns as an interactive sports documentary focusing on the 20-year career of John Cena and WarGames is finally here!

    2023SportsSimulationSteam ↗
  3. WWE 2K25

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode and an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Third-strongest match for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    Celebrate The Bloodline in Showcase. Compete online in MyGM. Expanded gameplay includes intergender wrestling, chain wrestling, barricade diving, the return of Promos + much more!

    2025SportsSimulation59.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. WWE 2K26

    WHY THIS

    Shares an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Ranked #4 for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    The show never stops in WWE 2K26! Step into CM Punk’s 2K Showcase, dominate with 400+ Superstars and Legends, and unleash chaos with all-new match types.

    2026SportsSimulation69.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. WWE 2K19

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode, custom character creation and an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Ranked #5 for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K19 will be shutdown as of 6/30/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2018SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. WWE 2K17

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode and an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Ranked #6 for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K17 will be shutdown as of 6/30/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2017SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. WWE 2K20

    WHY THIS

    Shares a stressful mood with WWE 2K22.

    Ranked #7 for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K20 will be shutdown as of 6/30/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2019SportsSimulationSteam ↗
  8. WWE 2K16

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for WWE 2K22 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    The newest addition to the flagship WWE video game franchise will deliver fun, authentic and hard-hitting action, including returning fan-favourite features and game modes, new innovations and more!

    2016SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  2. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Counter-Strike:Global Offensive

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Counter-Strike:Global Offensive (CS:GO) expands upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched over 2 decades ago. CS:GO features new maps, characters, weapons, and game modes, and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust2, etc.).

    2012ActionFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Iron Snout

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Visual Concepts

Other recommendable Steam games by Visual Concepts, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. NBA 2K20

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K20 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2021. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2019SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. NBA 2K23

    WHY THIS

    Shares an intense mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCAREER. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLEAGUE. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in PLAY NOW and feel true-to-life gameplay.

    2022SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. NBA 2K24

    WHY THIS

    Shares a stressful mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    This product will no longer be available for purchase as of 10/30/2025. NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K24 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2025. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2023SportsSimulationDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. NBA 2K25

    WHY THIS

    Shares a stressful mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    Command every court with authenticity and realism Powered by ProPLAY™, giving you ultimate control over how you play in NBA 2K25. Define your legacy in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The W.

    2024SportsSimulation69.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. NBA 2K22

    WHY THIS

    Shares an intense mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K22 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2023. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2021SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. NBA 2K21

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for NBA 2K21 will be shutdown as of 12/31/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2020SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. NBA 2K26

    WHY THIS

    Shares a stressful mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports with WWE 2K22.

    Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.

    2025Sports69.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. NBA 2K19

    WHY THIS

    Shares an intense mood with WWE 2K22.

    Another title from Visual Concepts, the studio behind WWE 2K22. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NBA 2K celebrates 20 years of redefining what sports gaming can be. NBA 2K19 continues to push limits as it brings gaming one step closer to real-life basketball excitement and culture.

    2018SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. WWE 2K19

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode, custom character creation and an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K19 will be shutdown as of 6/30/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2018SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. WWE 2K17

    WHY THIS

    Shares universe mode and an epic mood with WWE 2K22.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    NOTE: All multiplayer servers for WWE 2K17 will be shutdown as of 6/30/2022. After that time, all game functions requiring online servers will no longer function.

    2017SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. WWE 2K16

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Sports and Simulation with WWE 2K22.

    The newest addition to the flagship WWE video game franchise will deliver fun, authentic and hard-hitting action, including returning fan-favourite features and game modes, new innovations and more!

    2016SportsSimulationDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about WWE 2K22

Does WWE 2K22 work on Steam Deck?
WWE 2K22 is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
Does WWE 2K22 have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — WWE 2K22 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP).
What games are most similar to WWE 2K22?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside WWE 2K22 are WWE 2K24, WWE 2K23, WWE 2K25.
Who developed WWE 2K22?
WWE 2K22 was developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on WWE 2K22.

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