WWE 2K25 release date, US, UK, India, Australia, Saudi Arabia timings, and more

WWE 2K25 is almost here, and the hype is unreal. The fourth game under 2K’s full control is all about honoring WWE’s most dominant family—the Samoan dynasty. This year's edition is centered around the Bloodline, bringing a full showcase mode that lets players relive iconic moments and even rewrite history by changing match outcomes.

Release dates, early access, and exact launch times matter when you’re ready to dive in. So, if you’re wondering when you can start playing WWE 2K25 in your region, here’s everything you need to know.

Want early access to WWE 2K25? You’ll need to pay up for the Bloodline or Deadman edition

2K doesn’t hand out early access for free. If you want to play before everyone else, you need to buy either the Bloodline Edition or the Deadman Version. These premium editions give players a seven-day head start, unlocking the game on March 7, 2025, while the standard edition won’t be playable until March 14.

WWE 2K25 full release date and exact time for every major time zone

The global release of WWE 2K25 happens at midnight local time on March 14, 2025. But exact timings depend on where you are. Here’s when it goes live in different time zones:

WWE 2K25 standard edition release times for PlayStation and Xbox

WWE 2K25 early access release times for PlayStation and Xbox

PC players might have to wait longer—here’s how WWE 2K25 launches on Steam

Unlike console players, PC users won’t get a midnight unlock. Steam launches tend to follow a staggered schedule based on region, meaning some players will have to wait longer. Here’s how the standard and early access versions roll out:

WWE 2K25 standard edition Steam release times

WWE 2K25 early access Steam release times

Xbox players can get a head start with the New Zealand trick

Want to play WWE 2K25 a few hours early? Xbox players can change their console region to New Zealand and unlock the game before their actual local time. This trick works because New Zealand hits midnight before most other countries. It won’t get you playing before March 7, but it can shave off a few hours.

WWE 2K25 Bloodline Edition and Deadman Version—are they worth it?

If you’re thinking about dropping extra cash on the Bloodline Edition or Deadman Version, here’s what you get:

• 7-day early access (March 7 instead of March 14)
• Season pass with all post-launch DLC
• Exclusive in-game content like alternate attires and playable legends
• Bonus packs including virtual currency and unlockable items

These editions are for players who want everything WWE 2K25 has to offer. If you only care about playing the game without extra perks, the standard edition works just fine.

WWE 2K25 has a lot to prove—can Visual Concepts keep the streak alive?

The WWE 2K franchise has been hit or miss. WWE 2K20 was a disaster, filled with game-breaking bugs and a near-unplayable experience. But since Visual Concepts took over, things have improved. WWE 2K22 was a solid reboot, and WWE 2K23 refined the formula even further.

WWE 2K25 needs to keep that momentum going. With a focus on the Bloodline, new game modes, and expanded match options, expectations are high. If Visual Concepts delivers, this could be one of the best wrestling games in years. If they drop the ball? Fans won’t hold back.

Mark your calendars—March 7 for early access, March 14 for everyone else. WWE 2K25 is almost here.
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