WWE 2K23: All Playable GMs, Brands, Power Cards, Shake Ups, & Abilities in GM Mode
Last year’s WWE 2K entry brought back the long-beloved General Manager Mode experience, and while it wasn’t perfect, there certainly was plenty to build upon. This time around, built they have. Additionally, they’ve even increased the amount of GM options a player has to choose from while expanding on Power Cards — items that can help in a pinch or long-term. So, we’re going to break downall playable GMs, Brands, Power Cards, Shake Ups, and their abilities in WWE 2K23’s GM Mode.
All Playable GMs in WWE 2K23 GM Mode
A small handful of GMs from WWE 2K22 return in this one, includingAdam Pearce, Sonya Deville, and Stephanie McMahon, but for those looking to run their shows as William Regal or Shane McMahon will find themselves out of luck. Though, there remains an option to create and select a Custom Superstar.
Still, five new GM options join the ranks in WWE 2K23, including Battle of the Brands co-hosts and starsXavier Woods (Austin Creed)andTyler Breeze. The former is the host ofUpUpDownDown on YouTube, whereas Breeze — who used to wrestle for WWE — often joins him.
Elsewhere, three WWE Hall of Famers have been thrown into the mix, and they are Olympic gold medalistKurt Angle,the Hardcore LegendMick Foley, and former Senior Vice President of WCW,Eric Bischoff.Including the Custom Superstar option, that gives players nine options to choose from.
Not only do players have a healthy amount of options to choose from, each GM comes with their very own unique Power Card. Now, their cards differ from the ones you can earn while progressing through GM Mode, in that they are a one-time use only. As for the abilities these cards boast, they vary greatly.
It’s not clear how much of a factor Money plays into GM Mode this time around, but if it’s more important than last year’s entry, a one-time use of The McMahon Presence may come in handy during a crucial moment. That said, Breeze and particularly Woods have an excellent Power Card to their name. But, do not overlook the fact that you can actually injure a couple of performers if you happen to go with Mick Foley.
Either way, there is plenty of variety here.
All GM Mode Brands (& Their Effects) in WWE 2K23
With the addition of several new faces comes a couple of different brands for players to choose from as well. And, like the GMs, each brand gives the user a one-time special ability that can be triggered atalmostany time. Holdovers from 2K22 includeRaw, SmackDown,andNXT,but they are joined by the likes ofNXT 2.0as well as Bischoff’sWCW.
Don’t sleep on the importance of that Contract Duration forWCW. But seeing as there are multiple seasons in GM Mode this time around, that may not be as important as it could’ve been last year. Regardless, let’s get to the rest of the cards.
All Power Cards & Their Abilities in WWE 2K23 GM Mode
Power Cards were already a crucial part of WWE 2K22, and as the season wore on, it became important to stock up on the likes of Health Spas and especially Pre-Match Physios in order to keep your most popular superstars in tip-top shape. Those two cards return in WWE 2K23, but they’re not alone.
With so many more matches to choose from this time around, it makes plenty of sense that there would be plenty of accompanying cards to mark the occasion. Not only that, but there have been some alterations with holdovers from 2K22 as well. All in all, though, the aim is the same. You must use these Power Cards intelligently, but at least you’ll be able to make up for any missteps along the way.
Plus, given GM Mode has introduced Seasons as well as Seasonal and Career Goals, there will be countless opportunities to earn Power Cards throughout your playthrough.
All Shake Ups in WWE 2K23 GM Mode
Sometimes after Premium Live Events (PLEs), players will get to choose a Shake Up card. These are new to WWE 2K, and quite straightforwardly shake up your and your opponent’s season.
They come in three tiers —Bronze,Silver, andGold— with Gold-tier Shake Ups being the toughest to acquire. Not only that, but Shake Ups can take effect immediately if the player so chooses, and will remain active for a set number of shows/weeks.
For now, that’s everything you need to know with regard toall playable GMs, Brands, Power Cards, Shake Ups, and their Abilities in WWE 2K23’s GM Mode.For more on the game, you’ve come to the right place. Just be sure to check out our other guides and updates and the various links below.
