WWE 2K24 PlayStation 4 & 5 Controls Guide

by Fernando Diaz / Articles, Game Controls & Hotkeys, WWE 2K24 / 02 Feb 2024

Yo, the big day’s finally here… Time to hit up GameStop, stand in line and snag the latest WWE 2K. It’s kinda become a yearly ritual for me & loads of others, really something we look forward to. Nothing tops the feeling of coming home, sliding that disc in & just waiting while the game updates. Waiting’s a drag, but it’s pretty much the norm with games now.

Diving into the newest WWE 2K is always a blast. All your favorite wrestlers, an awesome character creator & the ring ready for action. With WWE 2K24 hitting the shelves, it’s shaping up to be even better.

PlayStation crew, we’re always in for a solid WWE experience & I’m sure many PS4/PS5 players are already deep into the latest release. But this isn’t the same old WWE 2K… WWE 2K24 is user-friendly but also packs a punch in terms of gameplay depth. If you wanna master this game, no shame in needing a little help.

So, I’m here to drop a handy control guide for all you PlayStation WWE 2K24 gamers. Whether you’re rocking a PS4 or PS5 (with those sweet graphics), this guide’s for you. Keep it close for those quick mid-match consults.

PlayStation 4 & 5 Controls

Basic Controls

Wake Up Taunt: Press D-Pad Up to encourage your character to get up with enthusiasm.

Taunt Crowd: Use D-Pad Left to interact with the audience, boosting your charisma.

Taunt Opponent: Hit D-Pad Right to mock or challenge your opponent, adding psychological warfare to the match.

Change Payback: Press D-Pad Down to switch your comeback strategy or special ability.

Pause Game: The Options Button allows you to take a break by pausing the game.

Movement: Use the Left Stick to move your character around the ring.

Change Target: Click R3 to shift your focus to another opponent in multi-fighter scenarios.

Grab: The Circle button lets you grasp your opponent for various moves.

Reversal: Tap Triangle to counter an opponent’s move, or hold Triangle to block, reducing damage from incoming attacks.

Light Attack: Quick, less damaging strikes are executed with Square.

Heavy Attack: Use X for more powerful, but slower attacks.

Pin Attempt: Push Right Stick Down to try and pin your opponent for a win.

Pick Up Object: Press L1 to grab objects that can be used as weapons.

Re-position Opponent: Adjust your opponent’s position by moving the Right Stick while pressing D-Pad Up, Left, or Right.

Activate Payback: Combine R2 + Triangle for a special counter or move when in a tough spot.

Submission Move: Use R2 + Circle to attempt a submission, forcing your opponent to tap out.

Signature Move: Press R2 + Square to perform a unique move that can set up for a finisher.

Finisher: Execute your character’s ultimate move with R2 + X to potentially end the match.

Advanced Controls

Grabs

After Grabbing (Circle):

Light Grapple Attacks: Combine Left Stick in any direction with Square.

Heavy Grapple Attacks: Use Left Stick in any direction plus X.

Irish Whip: Send your opponent running with Left Stick plus Circle.

Strong Irish Whip: A more powerful version with Left Stick and holding Circle.

Combos

After a Light Attack (Square), keep pressing Square, X, or Circle to chain attacks into a combo.

Breakers

During an Opponent’s Grab or Combo: Press Square, X, or Circle to counter with the same type of move.

Carry

To Initiate Carry: After grabbing with Circle, press R1 + Left Stick.

Interrupt into Carry: During certain grapples, press R1 to switch to a carry.

From Carry Position: Use Square for environmental attacks, X to slam, and Circle to throw your opponent.

Escape Carry (As Defender): Rapidly tap Circle.

Change Carry Position: Move the Right Stick in any direction for different carry positions.

Dragging

After a Grab (X):

Initiate Drag: Press L1 while holding a grab.

Release Drag: Press L1 again.

Move (While Dragging): Use the Left Stick.

Environmental Attack (While Dragging): Press Square.

Escape Drag (As Defender): Rapidly tap Circle.

Object Interaction

Pick Up/Grab Object: Use L1.

Climb Ladder: Press R1.

Primary Attack with Object: Square.

Secondary Attack or Place Object: X.

Drop Object: Circle.

Lift Opponent onto Table: Move the Right Stick Up when facing an opponent leaning against a table.

Block: Hold Y to defend against attacks.

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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