WWE 2K17 Early Reviews: 10 Things We Learned

10. If It Ain't Broke...

You know how the old cliché goes.

2K stumbled upon a winning formula with 2K16, and it looks like they’re treading the well-worn EA Sports path with 2K17. For the most part, this year’s game is marked only by a handful of changes to the core gameplay systems, with My Career, Universe, and the matches themselves functioning very similar to 2K16.

There are plenty of new features in 2K17, but none are big enough to make a significant impact on the all-round gameplay. If the early reviews are to be believed, 2K17 will provide a very similar experience to 2K16, so if you had fun with last year’s game, you’ll probably enjoy this one too.

It’s a smart move from the developers. While they won’t want to fall into the habit of releasing the same game with slightly updated rosters and stats every year, there’s no point in messing with a winning formula. It’s unlikely to convince anyone who’s already decided that the 2K games aren’t for them to change their mind, but such familiarity will likely appease the series’ loyal fanbase.