IGN have just uploaded to their official YouTube channel the first WWE 2K18 gameplay trailer as the release date of the latest installment in the franchise nears release.

After 2K teasing the trailer yesterday on their Twitter account, the first gameplay trailer for the upcoming WWE 2K18 video game has been released and it is absolutely full with new information.

Take a close look at the gameplay in the trailer below, as it showcases some arenas, match types and the character animations fans can expect.

Among these confirmed are the ‘WrestleMania 33‘ arena, new ‘Smackdown Live’ and ‘Raw’ arenas and the ‘Raw Is War’ arena. Many of the revealed superstars are showcased, with Natalya holding the Smackdown Women’s Title in her portion of the trailer which gives an indication of how updated the game may be for fans. Eight man tag team matches and improved backstage brawls are also confirmed.

Here is the trailer. Let us know in the comments below or via our social media what your thoughts on the new game are! We obviously highly suggest you watch this video as it showcases so much new information.

WWE 2K18 First Gameplay Trailer

WWE 2K18 is scheduled for release less than a month from now on October 17 on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 with a later release planned for the Nintendo Switch in the fall. If you purchase the Deluxe or Cena Nuff’ (Collector’s Edition) you can play up to four days early. The pre-order bonus is Kurt Angle. If you’d like to pre-order the game, you can do so here.

Are you more excited for the game now? Are you intending to buy? Let us know in the comments below or over on our Facebook page or Twitter account. Additionally, you can find me on Twitter at @SOSNH1995. We also want to remind you that we have a Newsletter you can sign up to. This will allow us to send you the best news in one place via an email. We also have the Wrestling Rumors app that we encourage you all to download to get updates faster than they release on our various pages. It is available on Android and iOS devices.

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