WWE 2K24 brings lots of new features to a long-running franchise, and one area in which we see a lot of improvements is in the Create-A-Wrestler mode, with the ability to create referee signs and more while still retaining all the elements that make it one of the best character creation systems in all gaming.
With the wrestlers looking better than ever, it can be tempting to jump right in and get started, but if it’s your first attempt, following these next steps will make the process a lot easier and more fun. Let’s get started making the perfect wrestler.
10 Create A Backstory
One of the best ways to get started creating your new wrestler is to act like a WWE writer and create a backstory and persona for your character. Will they be a face or a heel, wear elaborate costumes, be big or small? Maybe they are even returning from a long hiatus.
Giving your character a backstory can give you a guideline that will make the creation process a lot easier. If your character wears a full-body suit, like Golddust, there’s little need to look through tattoos. If you want them to have a mask, you might want to start there to ensure there is something that will work.
9 Consider Size And Sex
As you are developing your character's backstory, an important early consideration is the size and sex of your wrestler, and it will determine what matches they can participate in, who they will wrestle, and what titles they can go for.
The size of your wrestler can also affect what moves they can do in some situations. For instance, a lightweight wrestler, like Akira Tozawa, will not be able to piledrive Andre the Giant. Female wrestlers can also only wrestle other female wrestlers for the most part.
8 Use Real-Life Inspirations
Using real-life inspirations can make the creation process go a lot easier by giving you something to match up, especially when it comes to facial features, as it can be difficult to adjust eye sizes and things like that without a reference.
Grab some images of someone who has facial features similar to what you are looking to create and use them as a guide when choosing your selections. Reference images can also be great for getting body definition right, so your wrestler doesn’t look flat or odd from certain angles.
7 Customize Appearance Thoroughly
There are a lot of things you can change and adjust in Create A Wrestler mode, and it can be easy to skip over some to get things done more quickly. However, taking the time to give each section your full attention will help you create a wrestler that has more individuality, and you will really notice the difference in the ring.
Don’t be afraid to take a break if the creation process is starting to get tedious and you notice yourself taking shortcuts. You can save and edit your created wrestler at any time.
6 Select A Balanced Move Set
Creating a wrestler isn’t just about their appearance. Selecting a unique move set for them is an essential way to give them a personality as they wrestle in various matches. Create a brawler who punches and uses dirty moves or a clean-cut technical wrestler who uses submissions to take out much larger opponents quickly.
The number of moves you can apply to your wrestler is extensive, and every situation has an option, from a basic grapple to putting an opponent through the announcer’s table. You will also select your taunt, and pairing the fight one with your move set and appearance can really make your character come to life.
5 Choose A Signature And Finisher Move
Select signature and finisher moves that are not only powerful but also visually impressive. While they can be challenging to pull off, they can change the course of a match. Choose moves that help accent their personality and are easy to implement when you need them, as each move requires your opponent to be in a specific position.
Moves that result in an instant knockout are a great choice, like the Tombstone and the Super Stomp. Submission finishers are also a good choice because they usually result in a tap-out, which can be a significant advantage, as well as triple threat matches and other matches that rely on you getting the pin before someone breaks it up.
4 Tailor The Entrance
WWE 2K24 has incredible entrance creation features that will add to your character and make it more exciting. Customize how your character enters the arena, walks down the ramp, enters the ring, and more. You can also choose camera angles, lighting, fireworks, etc., to make a unique wrestling entrance, and there is lots of great music and video you can use.
Creating a custom entrance can really add to the experience, especially when your wrestler first appears and for big matches like WrestleMania.
3 Use Unique Attributes
Assign attributes that align with your superstar’s style. For example, if your character is a high-flyer, focus on agility and speed attributes. For a powerhouse, prioritize strength and durability. You will also choose how likely they are to perform a dirty move, tap out from a submission hold, or start bleeding.
Ensuring that your character has the right attributes will help make it a lot easier for them to win their matches, especially if they are wrestling on their own without your ability to make up for low attributes.
2 Participate In Community Creations
Explore the WWE 2K24 Community Creations to download and share custom superstars, attire, and move sets. Doing so can be a great way to get inspiration and expand your roster quickly with the unique and highly specialized wrestlers you might not have thought of on your own, saving you many hours of creation. You can change them at any time, creating a revolving roster that is more realistic.
Participating in community creations is also a great way to share the wrestlers you make, and when they like or use them, it can be a lot of fun to make more.
1 Test And Refine Your Superstar
Once you get your wrestlers set up, you will want to set them loose to wrestle for a few matches. Watch each of them to ensure the moves flow together and enhance the personality you’re trying to create. Take notes on every aspect from the entrance to the finishing move so you can make changes as needed.
After taking some notes, go through them, make the needed changes, and repeat the process several times until your wrestler is perfect in every way. In many cases, it can also be a good idea to take a break for a day or two before returning to make final changes, especially if you have worked on the character for a long time.
