For more than ten years, WWE has been a prominent presence in the video game industry, collaborating with Take-Two Interactive. The partnership between them has resulted in a range of games that have excited and let down fans. At first, WWE 2K24 seemed to be successful, as the developers put in a lot of effort to address issues and provide seamless gameplay for users. Yet, there has been a shift in the situation with the release of the most recent update.
THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE PAT MCAFEE PACK
The official Twitter account of WWE 2K24 recently revealed that the Pat McAfee pack will be released on July 31. The promotional picture shows McAfee kicking a football at Dominik Mysterio’s head, trying to add humor and thrills to the game. Despite the light-hearted tone, the IWC did not react positively to the announcement.
UPROAR AND FRUSTRATION AMONG THE COMMUNITY
Fans reacted to the news in an extremely negative manner. The comment section was brimming with discontent and letdown. Many fans expressed frustration over the perceived redundancy and lack of innovation in the updates. The prevailing sentiment was that the developers failed to understand and meet the fans’ expectations.
CALLS FOR CHANGE
A single user expressed their frustration directly, stating, “We need to abandon this company, they are incompetent and disregard the fans’ viewpoints.” This statement points out the increasing gap between the game’s creators and its audience. Supporters believe they are being disregarded and underappreciated, causing their dissatisfaction to grow.
LACK OF COMMUNICATION EXACERBATES FRUSTRATION
Another fan criticized the developers for their poor communication, especially when addressing players’ concerns. “Yes, they are quick to respond to a McAfee post but never answer people’s questions about the game! Unbelievable,” the user commented. This lack of responsiveness has only fueled the frustration and disappointment among fans.
You guys are pathetic https://t.co/OGks0qApto
— Pro Wrestling Headlines (@PWHeadlines22) July 23, 2024
We’re now dropping the @PatMcAfeeShow Pack on 7/31 with usable football! #WWE2K24 pic.twitter.com/BwunQa36DU
— #WWE2K24 (@WWEgames) July 23, 2024
A TROUBLED HISTORY
WWE and Take-Two Interactive took a year off to refine their product, hoping to deliver a superior gaming experience with WWE 2K24. However, the effort appears to have fallen short. Despite the break, the game has not lived up to fans’ expectations, and the latest update seems to be another misstep.
IMPACT ON FUTURE SALES
The backlash against the Pat McAfee pack and the general dissatisfaction with WWE 2K24 could have long-term consequences. “Def not gonna buy next year game,” one fan tweeted, reflecting a sentiment that could impact future sales. The wrestling video game community, which has a long history and deep roots, is clearly not happy with the current direction.
@WWEgames @TripleH I want a refund
— Sim is caffinated☕️💋 (@simbartman) July 23, 2024
DEMANDS FOR REFUNDS
Some fans have even gone as far as demanding refunds. A Twitter user tagged WWE and Triple H, seeking a refund for the game, citing dissatisfaction with the updates and support relative to the game’s price. This move underscores the severity of the fans’ discontent and their feeling of being shortchanged.
