5. Could The Network Launch Without PPV's?
One way the WWE Network could launch without Sky is if it was just an on-demand service. That would mean you get the Network channel and all the historical content in the 'over the top' digital way. For pay per view however, you'd still have to go to Sky Box Office. It takes away the key PPV selling point, but at least gives WWE the power to be more in control of their own destiny. They can then push the Network as a means to watch WWE's greatest moments, with the platform available to download on your console or smartphone. You wouldn't need Sky and could watch in more places and at a cheaper price. The question is, would the Network be half as desirable without the monthly pay per views? Probably not. Which leads us to think WWE will probably do the Sky tie-in, which would then allow pay per view to be a factor.