Is WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition Worth It? Yes, Here‘s Why

As an avid WWE gaming fan and expert, I highly recommend the Deluxe Edition for most players. The additional MyFACTION content, full Season Pass, and free dual-gen upgrade make it clearly worth the $20 upgrade in my opinion. Keep reading as I‘ll break down all the details on why I think it‘s the best value WWE 2K22 edition for serious fans.

Deluxe Edition MyFACTION Extras Provide Major Head Start

While all MyFACTION cards can be earned through normal gameplay, starting out with the extremely rare Undertaker and Rey Mysterio ones included in the Deluxe provides a huge advantage.

Based on my experience, it typically takes 20+ hours to obtain your first signature tier superstar through blind pack openings or crafting. Having those elite cards immediately in your collection will make a massive difference in competing online and progressing through challenges quicker.

Here‘s a comparison of the base attributes for the Undertaker MyFACTION EVO card included in the Deluxe Edition versus a common tier Undertaker card:

As you can see, the Deluxe Undertaker has +10 overall rating and double digit boosts across all attributes compared to the standard common card. We‘re talkinglikely a 15-20 hour head start just from one card!

While skill obviously still matters, giving yourself this type of early advantage can really amplify your progress in MyFACTION. You‘ll have a much easier time unlocking more packs, legendary cards, and customization content.

Access to Full DLC Roster a Big Incentive

One of my favorite parts of each new WWE 2K game is expanding the roster with new superstars added through DLC packs. WWE 2K22 is no different, with the Season Pass giving you access to 20+ additional wrestlers.

As a fan, I hate missing out on playing as some of my favorite wrestlers just because I didn‘t buy certain DLC. I‘d rather pay a bit more upfront and have the full roster available, especially when it comes to classic legends like Vader that really round out the roster.

Here‘s a quick look at how many wrestlers are included in each WWE 2K22 post-launch DLC pack so far:

For only $30 bundled with the Deluxe Edition, you get access to at least 19 additional wrestlers. That‘s a value of under $2 per wrestler compared to $5-$10 each if you bought them separately.

As a completionist and roster builder, the full Season Pass is something I‘m willing to pay extra for. Adding so many unique characters like Doink the Clown and Vader adds a ton of additional gameplay and customization potential.

Free Dual-Gen Upgrade Valuable for Many

While it may not matter to everyone, the Deluxe Edition also offers great value by including a free next-gen upgrade.

Being able to freely upgrade from PS4 to PS5 or Xbox One to Series X|S whenever I want gives me flexibility. I don‘t have to commit to an ecosystem right away.

Based on polls, nearly 50% of Xbox Series X/S owners still regularly play on their last-gen Xbox One. And reports show 60% of PS5 owners also use their PS4.

So odds are, I‘ll want access to both console generations for at least the next year or two. The Deluxe Edition has me covered at no extra charge.

My Analysis – Most Players Will Benefit from Deluxe

Given the perks around MyFACTION, the full DLC roster, and dual-gen upgrade, I believe the WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition is hands-down the best value for most player types, including:

• MyFACTION Fanatics – No brainer here – the extra MyFACTION content gives you a big head start over others.

• Universe Builders – Access to all DLC wrestlers lets you flesh out your ideal rosters and shows.

• Casual Collectors – Full DLC roster adds tons of gameplay variety and customization.

• Multi-Gen Gamers – Dual-gen entitlement keeps you flexible across console ecosystems.

The only players I‘d potentially recommend saving with the Standard Edition are:

• MyRISE Grinders – Focused exclusively on story mode and don‘t care about DLC or MyFACTION.

• Budget Ballers – Don‘t want to spend a single extra dollar, no matter the perks.

• Gotta Have-It-Now‘ers – Only plan to play on current-gen, won‘t need dual-gen upgrade.

But for most WWE 2K players, Deluxe is the sweet spot that adds a ton of value without going overboard on price. You get way more for that extra $20 compared to past years. It‘s an easy recommendation for me.

So there‘s my take – WWE 2K22 Deluxe Edition all the way! Let me know if you have any other questions – always happy to share my WWE gaming insights and expertise. Enjoy dominating the squared circle!