WWE 2K games have long been a staple for wrestling fans who love simulation-style gameplay mixed with arcade action. While casual players may enjoy putting together dream matches, hardcore gamers aim to complete every achievement, no matter how grueling. Some achievements in WWE 2K are incredibly difficult, requiring exceptional skill, patience, and sometimes even a bit of luck. Let’s explore five of the toughest achievements to unlock in WWE 2K history.
1. Hall of Famer (WWE 2K22)
Objective: Complete all objectives in Showcase Mode.
WWE 2K22’s Showcase Mode revolves around the legendary career of Rey Mysterio. While it offers an immersive experience, completing every objective is an entirely different challenge. These objectives demand precise execution of moves, countering at the perfect moment, and mimicking Mysterio’s most iconic moments. Some objectives are difficult due to AI unpredictability and the strict requirements for triggering sequences. Many players struggle to finish this, making “Hall of Famer” one of the hardest achievements in the game.
2. Invincible Champion (WWE 2K19)
Objective: Win 50 matches in a row in Towers Mode.
WWE 2K19 introduced the challenging Towers Mode, which pits players against a gauntlet of increasingly difficult opponents. To unlock the “Invincible Champion” achievement, players had to win 50 consecutive matches without losing once. The catch? Some matches had extreme stipulations like limited reversals, no health regeneration, and ruthless AI opponents. One mistake could set you back to square one, making this achievement a true test of endurance.
Invincible Champion (WWE 2K19) (Image via 2K Sports)3. Legends Are Forever (WWE 2K20)
Objective: Complete all matches in 2K Showcase Mode on Legendary difficulty.
WWE 2K20 is infamous for its bugs and frustrating mechanics, but its Showcase Mode still offered a rewarding yet brutal challenge. Playing through the Women’s Evolution Showcase on Legendary difficulty meant dealing with the game’s sometimes unfair AI, awkward controls, and unpredictable reversals. Legendary difficulty opponents counter almost everything, forcing players to master the mechanics completely. Many gave up after repeated failed attempts, solidifying “Legends Are Forever” as one of the most difficult achievements in WWE 2K history.
4. Gauntlet Runner (WWE 2K Battlegrounds)
Objective: Win a Gauntlet Match against five opponents without losing.
WWE 2K Battlegrounds, a more arcade-style entry in the franchise, may seem casual-friendly, but its “Gauntlet Runner” achievement is a nightmare. In this mode, players must defeat five AI-controlled opponents consecutively, with their health carrying over between matches. The AI gets progressively harder, meaning one mistake in the later stages can cost everything. Since healing is limited and reversals are tricky, players need a near-perfect strategy to claim this achievement.
I’m Number One! (WWE 2K15) (Image via 2K Sports)5. I’m Number One! (WWE 2K15)
Objective: Win the Royal Rumble match as the first entrant on Legend difficulty.
Winning the Royal Rumble from the number one position is already a tall order, but doing so on Legend difficulty in WWE 2K15 is brutal. The AI relentlessly targets human players, making survival a struggle. Keeping stamina high while eliminating multiple opponents without being thrown out requires a deep understanding of the game’s mechanics. On top of that, the Legend difficulty AI reverses frequently, meaning any slip-up could end your run. This achievement is one of the most frustrating and rewarding to unlock.