In WWE 2K25, The Island mode has sparked some significant chatter due to a discovery that it’s linked to local save files. This revelation has many players who use the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions worried about potentially losing their valuable in-game cosmetics and upgrades.
Scheduled for a Standard Edition release on March 14, WWE 2K25 presents a robust offering: an expansive roster, an upgraded MyGM Mode, new promos in Universe Mode, more backstage areas, and access for early birds through special editions like Deadman and Bloodline from March 7. However, The Island mode is creating a wave of anxiety among loyal series fans. It provides a unique online experience where players can navigate the titular island, participate in various matches with their custom wrestlers, and unlock cosmetics through virtual currency. The catch, as content creator WhatsTheStatus revealed, is that progress in this mode is saved locally. This raises fears of losing any purchased items should the save file encounter issues.
The Island isn’t without its critics, primarily due to its exclusivity for PS5 and Xbox Series X users, leaving PC and older console players without access to its rewards. Additionally, gamers draw parallels to NBA 2K’s The City mode—a venture many deem a tactic to encourage spending more money beyond the initial game purchase.
Visual Concepts, the team behind WWE 2K, aims for a genuine WWE experience but often faces the challenge of pesky bugs. Glitches are not uncommon, providing comic relief as players share clips of peculiar moments like wrestlers getting stuck mid-match. Yet, save file corruption is a different story, leaving players hesitant to spend money on potentially unreliable game modes.
WWE 2K25’s debut continues despite these controversies, and while The Island mode holds promise with its offerings, its restrictions and in-game purchases pose significant questions about inclusivity and value for players across all platforms.
