There has been no official announcement yet for WWE 2K24 by 2K and Visual Concepts, but it is highly likely that it is currently in development. Considering the high expectations from fans after WWE 2K22 and WWE 2K23, many will be curious about the potential innovations that it will bring. One potential change that could be implemented is inspired by a recent creative decision made by Triple H, which was announced on the October 13th episode of SmackDown. It should be noted that game development is a lengthy and iterative process, and it is possible that decisions regarding WWE 2K24 are currently being finalized or have already been made. If not in WWE 2K24, this decision should still have an impact on the game for its subsequent entries.
On October 13th, Triple H announced that Nick Aldis would be taking on the role of general manager for SmackDown, while Adam Pearce would be moving to Monday Night Raw. Pearce is the first official Raw general manager since 2019, and this marks a return to having on-screen general managers for both the red and blue brands after a considerable period of time. For those unfamiliar, Aldis is best known for his time with TNA/Impact Wrestling, where he competed under the name Magnus. He later moved on to wrestle in the National Wrestling Alliance using his real name.
WWE 2K24: Revitalizing Smackdown vs. Raw
This recalls the era of SmackDown Vs. Raw in video games and the time when the two brands were genuinely competitive. While it's beneficial to have Undisputed champions appearing on both brands and numerous superstars crossing over, the recent WWE draft has lacked a distinct brand identity, rendering it insignificant. This decision has the potential to revive the notion of actual brands and foster competition between them, reintroducing brand-on-brand warfare at events like Survivor Series. It's crucial for this dynamic to also be reflected in video games.
While WWE 2K22 and WWE 2K23 are undoubtedly amazing games, they simply cannot compare to the nostalgic greatness of Here Comes the Pain, Shut Your Mouth, and the SmackDown vs Raw series. Introducing a "WWE 2K24: Smackdown Vs. Raw" approach could be a game-changer, infusing every aspect of the game with the intense brand-on-brand warfare. Although MyGM Mode already hints at this rivalry, the upcoming WWE 2K24 is expected to enhance this mode even further, intensifying the competition. Rather than following a predefined storyline, MyRise Game Modes could enable players to choose a side, aligning themselves with either SmackDown or Raw. While living up to the iconic moments of the past games may be a challenge, the fierce competition between these two brands offers countless exciting opportunities.
Instead of focusing on a cover star for WWE 2K24, it would be more interesting if Showcase Mode centered around iconic matches between the brands. Additionally, introducing a full-fledged SmackDown Vs. Raw Mode that includes Team SmackDown vs. Team Raw matches from Survivor Series would add to the overall theme. Including these additional game modes would be a positive move. Triple H's recent creative decisions have been well-received by fans, resulting in improved numbers for WWE in recent years. If WWE 2K can follow his creative lead, it has the potential to bring back a beloved era for the games. The idea of a "WWE 2K24: Smackdown Vs. Raw" is highly enticing.
WWE 2K24 has not been confirmed.
