How to play WWE 2K25 early (New Zealand Trick)

WWE 2K25‘s global launch takes place on March 14, and you can try out a trick on your Xbox console to play the game at least a few hours early.

Once again, 2K is using a regional launch schedule for consoles. If you have an Xbox Series X|S console, you can use a simple trick to start your adventures earlier. This trick will be available during the early access and full launch.

How to play WWE 2K25 early

This method is only available on Xbox consoles, as it’s not possible to replicate it on PlayStation consoles. PC users will have to wait for a different launch schedule. If you’re not sure about the launch timings, check this guide.

• Open your console and go to Settings.
• For safety, ensure no applications or games are running in the background. It’s also safe to restart your console before you begin the process.
• Go to System under Xbox Settings.
• Choose Language and Location.
• Pick Location, and set it to New Zealand.
• Once done, restart your console. This will automatically set your console clock according to the local time in New Zealand.

All you have to do is wait for midnight in New Zealand, the first nation where WWE 2K25 will go live. You can load and play the game even if it’s not midnight in your region. This process can be executed on March 6, before early access, and again on March 13.

You’ll be entitled to early access if you purchase the Bloodline or the Deadman Edition. These versions will have extra goodies for players waiting inside the game and up to seven days of early access. If you’re unsure which edition to buy, our guide will help you narrow your choices.