: One major arc involves accusations of a conspiracy to prevent you from winning the Royal Rumble and challenging for a title.
: You can discover hidden storylines, such as Randy Orton becoming the King of the Ring or unique 24/7 Title defenses.
: The gameplay often transitions directly into real-life historical footage to tell the story of his most iconic moments.
The primary "story" in WWE 2K22 is , where you create a custom superstar and rise from a rookie at the Performance Center to a main-event champion.
While is no longer officially available for "free" (the servers were discontinued in January 2024), the game's MyRISE mode offers a sprawling, detailed story experience that remains playable offline. Unlike previous linear modes, this version provides a non-linear journey where your choices determine your path through the WWE. The Core Story Experience: MyRISE
: You aren't stuck on one track. The mode features over 1,000 matches across different brands like Raw, SmackDown, and NXT.
: Completing these story missions unlocks legends, arenas, and classic attires. MyRISE | WWE 2k22 Xbox Series X Story Mode Gameplay
The game is filled with diverse, and sometimes bizarre, mini-stories that make up your career: