WWE 2K23’s release date inches closer and finally, the superstar ratings have been revealed, including one of the highest ratings in a WWE game ever. Roman Reigns, the longest-reigning WWE Universal Champion, with an over 900-day reign, has been given a whopping 99 overall, proving his dominance in the company. Following this reveal, Reigns joined a very small group of superstars that hold the highest ratings in anyWWE 2Kgame, including the Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, and AJ Styles, each of whom were given a rating higher than 96.
WWE 2K’s rating is based on an average of several stats including grappling, submission, endurance, and charisma, and for a superstar to obtain a rating of 99, they would need most of these stats maxed out. This means thatRoman Reigns will undoubtedly be the most dominant superstar inWWE 2K23, and one that many fans will likely attempt to defeat on the highest difficulty possible. With a 99 overall rating, one might wonder if Roman Reigns holds the title for the highest-rated superstar in the history ofWWEgames, or if there are some legends that have already surpassed this number to gain the maximum rating possible.
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Roman Reigns’ WWE 2K23 Rating
Roman Reigns is arguably the most dominant superstar in WWE today, ruling the company under an iron thumb along with his faction, the Bloodline. With the Uso brothers, Paul Heyman, and Solo Sikoa in his corner, Reigns has been able tocarry the WWE Universal Championshipfor over 900 days, the longest title reign in WWE since 1988. This long title reign, along with his resilience in the ring and his ability to simply overpower nearly every opponent he has faced has earned him a 99 overall rating inWWE 2K23.
InWWE 2K22, Reigns had an impressive 95 overall rating, with his highest stats being his finisher power, arm power, running offense, strike reversal, and body durability. With all these stats set to increase even further inWWE 2K23, Reigns will turn into one of the most overpowered wrestlers in the game and will likely turn into the most popular superstar inonline game modes such as MyFaction. This means that Reigns has maxed out every attribute in the game, giving him incredible durability, defense, and offense, and while other superstars inWWE 2K23come close to this rating, namely Brock Lesnar and Becky Lynch, the 99 rating will allow Reigns to dominate in the upcoming game.
Highest WWE 2K Ratings
WWEgames have hosted some of the most iconic superstars ever to step into the ropes of the squared circle, with the likes of The Undertaker, Bret Hart, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and The Rock achieving legendary status. Even with all this talent, only one superstar has ever received a 100 overall rating in a WWE game: AJ Styles GOLD inWWE 2K19where he was an unlockable character. However, getting a 100-overall rating is now impossible as 99 is the maximumrating for created superstars and existing superstars inWWEgames.
The third-highest rating in the history ofWWEgames was an overall 98 rating given to Badass Undertaker inSmackDown vs Raw 2011. John Cena inSmackDown vs Raw 2008,The Rock, and Stone Cold Steve AustininSmackDown vs Raw 2010all had a 97 rating, nearly achieving a maximum rating inWWEgames. Unfortunately, it is unlikely that any of these superstars will be given a 99 rating in future games, even as icons or legends, giving Reigns the top spot inWWEgames and establishing his dominance in the series.
A title reign of over 900 days, a ruthless and powerful faction that has yet to be stopped, and an ability to seemingly gain wins from near disaster have all made Roman Reigns the most dominating superstar the WWE has ever seen.While other superstars come close to his rating inWWE 2K23, none can hope to catch up to WWE’s Big Dog as he sets himself up to continue his impressive dominance in the company. Reigns not only joins an elite group of superstars that have been the highest rated in aWWEgame, but he also exceeds all expectations by placing himself on the top of this group with the highest rating given to a regular-roster superstar.
WWE 2K23is scheduled to release on June 27, 2025, for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
