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When compared to the Hell in the Cell match, the mechanics can take a bit more time to get used to as there are so many ways to win. Of course, players can customize their matches turn off the usual stipulations to their liking in WWE 2K22. However, in the matches that could take place in the MyRise mode the stipulations will mean that a match can be won in the following ways:
Pinfall Submission Escaping through the cage’s locked door Escaping the cage by climbing over
Before Competing In A Cage Match
If one of playing a one-off match against the computer or in a multiplayer match then it’s a good idea to select a wrestler with good recovery stats like Hulk Hogan or The Rock.
This means that, when the player’s character is stunned after a big move, the wrestler will recover far quicker in the ring.
To check on a wrestler’s stats, navigate to the Roster menu under Options. Select Edit Superstars Scroll to the bottom of the menu and select Recovery From here, the player can increase or decrease a wrestler’s recovery stats As mentioned, the higher the recovery rate, the better chance the wrestlers has to prevent their opponent from escaping
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Winning The Cage Match
The cage matches differ from normal and other special matches in WWE 2K22 because even the AI will try to take advantage and gain an early victory by making an escape. Here are some of the keys to winning a cage match against the AI and against a human opponent:
Pick a wrestler with good recovery stats. Thanks to the options, WWE 2K22 players can boost their favorite wrestler’s stats if they don’t agree with them Start the match fast using light attacks and grapples until the opponent is stunned When they are stunned, hit them with the Finisher Don’t try and make an escape too early, as that will leave the player’s wrestler vulnerable if they fail When knocked down, use the recovery rollout escape mechanic when prompted on the screen by pressing RB/R1 and the Right Stick Try the roll recovery even if the prompt isn’t there
One can try and escape through the cage by instructing the ref to open the door. This will trigger a mini-game that functions the same way as the submissions in WWE 2K22.
The escape attempt can be broken if the opponent attacks and interrupts the mini-game.
Climbing the cage can take more time to implement for success Press RB/R1 to initiate the climb The player’s wrestler will climb up to the middle of the cage first by standing on the top ropes The opponent may try to climb the cage to attack the player’s wrestler
Be prepared to reverse the attack with the Y/Triangle button With the cage clear, press the RB/R1 to initiate the escape Be careful not to press the LS button at the same time RB/R1, as this makes the wrestler move across the cage instead of climbing it
When the wrestler is perched at the top of the cage, press the RB/R1 to initiate the escape mini-game Once the wrestler’s feet hit the floor on the outside, the match is won
Of course, if the pinfall and submission stipulations are active, then the player can win the match that way instead. It’s a lot more fun, however, to make use of the unique mechanics involved with WWE 2K22’s cage matches.
WWE 2K22 is available now for the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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