The new Island mode in WWE 2K25 is causing quite a stir in the gaming community and raising a few eyebrows among the fans. Some concerns have emerged after reports revealed that this mode is linked to a local save file. This could potentially put your cherished in-game cosmetics and upgrades at risk if anything happens to that file.
Only those with a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X have access to The Island mode, which hasn’t gone over well with everyone. Many players feel uneasy about this exclusivity and the possibility of losing their progress.
Looking at WWE 2K25’s rollout, the Standard Edition is slated for release on March 14. However, eager players who grabbed the more premium Deadman Edition or Bloodline Edition have been clashing in the virtual ring since March 7. This installment promises the biggest roster yet, a refreshed MyGM Mode, and a host of new features like backstage brawls and Universe Mode promos to keep fans entertained.
Despite this exciting lineup, The Island mode has drawn a lot of chatter, and not always for the right reasons. This digital space allows players to explore an island with their custom wrestlers and face off in various venues. However, the backlash began early, fueled by the revelation that character improvements and unlockable items could be bought with virtual currency. Now, with content creator WhatsTheStatus flagging that progress is tied to a local save, concerns mount. If that save file disappears or gets corrupted, so could all those hard-earned items.
Visual Concepts, the brains behind the game, aim for an experience as close to WWE as you can get from your couch. Yet, bugs are part and parcel of WWE 2K games, with players often sharing amusing clips of in-game hiccups online. But when save file corruption is involved, there’s nothing funny about the situation, especially if you’re shelling out cash for virtual extras.
Adding to the controversy, The Island mode is off-limits to PC gamers and those with older consoles, creating a divide where only current-gen console players can reap its rewards. This isn’t sitting well with the gaming community. It echoes the unpopular The City mode from the NBA 2K series, which many believe pressures players into spending extra money on what they feel should rightfully come with the game.
As players gear up for the full release, these issues highlight the challenges the WWE 2K series faces in balancing innovation with fan expectations.
