WWE 2K Battlegrounds Review: 4 Ups & 4 Downs

1. Big Silly Fun

Pivoting away from wrestling simulations was a wise move on 2K's behalf, particularly after the 2K20 debacle. A 2K21 game would have almost been poisoned by association, regardless of its quality, and while 2K Battlegrounds is far from perfect, that the game revels in its silliness makes it a breath of fresh air when it all comes together.

You can literally feed your opponent to an alligator, okay. What more do you want?

2K Battlegrounds' lighter tone means it excels as a party game. It is straightforward enough for new players to pick-up within their first few matches, so it's great for social gatherings between friends who don't necessarily have the time to dedicate to mastering more complex systems. Similarly, it is likely to hold huge appeal for younger games as well.

Disengage your brain, cut loose, and you'll likely have fun with this game in bursts. It doesn't lend itself to extended sessions like the old 2K series, but it doesn't necessarily aim to either. This is as pure an arcade experience as you'll get from a modern wrestling game.