PlayStation WWE 2K16 User Manual

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GETTING STARTED

PlayStation®4 system

Starting a game:

computer entertainment system. The documentation contains information on setting up and using your system as well as important safety information.

Touch the (power) button of the PS4™ system to turn the system on. The power indicator blinks in blue, and then lights up in white. Insert the WWE 2K16 disc with the label facing up into the disc slot. The game appears in the content area of the home screen. Select the software title in the PS4™ system’s home screen, and then press the S button. Refer to this manual for information on using the software.

Quitting a game: Press and hold the p button, and then select [Close Application] on the

screen that is displayed.

Returning to the home screen from a game: To return to the home screen without

quitting a game, press the p button. To resume playing the game, select it from the content area.

Removing a disc: Touch the [eject] button after quitting the game.

Trophies: Earn, compare and share trophies that you earn by making speciﬁc in-game

accomplishments. Trophies access requires a Sony Entertainment Network account.

Before use, carefully read the instructions supplied with the PS4™

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Please note that WWE 2K16 online features are scheduled to be

available until May 31, 2017 though we reserve the right to

modify or discontinue online features on 30-days’ notice.

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CONTROLLER LAYOUT

Body Indicator

(Hold) +

Left Stick Run

(Tap) Q +

Left Stick Toward

Ropes/Apron: Step On

Apron, Pick Up Object

(Hold) Q +

Left Stick Toward

Ropes/Apron:

Enter, Exit Ring

Taunt

Control Superstar B:

Target Different Opponent

(When Manual Targeting Is Turned ON)

Pause

Reverse /Limb Target System from Front Facelock and Grounded Opponents

Toggle between Signature and Finishers

Signature/Finisher/OMG

Irish Whip (Standing) Pin (Near Grounded Opponent)

(Tap) Front Facelock/ LS + (Tap) Normal Grapple/ LS + (Hold) Strong Grapple

Strike/ Strong Strike (Hold)

Reposition Opponent

GAME CONTROLS

CHAIN WRESTLING

When you Lock Up in Chain Wrestling, try to gain the upper hand by choosing a chain hold (F, D or A). While in a chain hold, use the Right Stick to find the hot spot. The aggressor can also Strike (F) or Wrench (S) their opponent.

GRAPPLING

Normal Grapple:

Left Stick 7/3/1/5 + S

Strong Grapple: Left Stick 7/3/1/5 + hold S

Turn Opponent Around: Right Stick 1 or 5

Snapmare to Seated Position:

Right Stick 3

FRONT FACELOCK

Lock Up: To grab an opponent in the

Front Facelock press S without holding a direction on the Left Stick

Grapple Attack: Left Stick 7/3/1/5 + S

Working Hold: S while Left Stick is in neutral position

Submission: Hold S Strike: F Drag Opponent: Hold W + R and

move the Left Stick in any direction

Irish Whip: A

Release Front Facelock: Q

Limb Target:

( hold R + A or S or D or F)

REPOSITION OPPONENT

Use the Right Stick to reposition a downed or stunned opponent.

DOWNED OPPONENT

Lift Opponent: Right Stick 7

Turn Opponent Over: Right Stick 1/5

Lift Opponent to Seated Position:

Right Stick 3

From Head, Side or Feet you can perform the following actions:

Grapple:

Strong Strike:

Submission:

Limb Target: R

Hold F

Hold S

+ <A or S or D or

SUBMISSIONS

Rotate the Right Analog stick in a circular motion to move your slider around the submission mini-game.

As the defender (blue), avoid the attacker’s (red) slider!

Grab the glowing orb to help put your opponent away or escape!

PINFALLS

Press the S button when the meter lands in the target zone to escape.

If you have the Rope Break ability, and you’re near the ropes, you can press A button when prompted to perform a manual rope break.

Dirty Pins

If you have the Dirty Pin ability, and your opponent is lying parallel near the ropes, hold A to perform a dirty pin!

REVERSALS

R Icon: Normal reversal. This move has a single reversal. Requires a single reversal stock.

Green R icon: Minor reversal. This move has a Major reversal. Requires a single reversal stock.

Red R icon: Major reversal. Last reversal opportunity for this move. Requires two reversal stock.

Major Reversals require more reversal stock but will temporarily weaken your opponent.

OPPONENT STUNNED IN THE CORNER

Turn Opponent Around:

Right Stick 1/5

Lift and Place on Top Of Turnbuckle: Right Stick 7

Place In Tree Of Woe (Hanging Upside Down In Corner):

Right Stick 3

OPPONENT STUNNED AGAINST THE ROPES

Place Opponent Stunned on Middle Rope: Right Stick 1 or 5

GAME SCREEN

1. Reversal Prompt: Time R correctly to counter the opponent’s attack.

2. Health Meter: Track your health as you take damage from your opponent.

3. Stamina Meter: When it’s depleted, you navigate and recover slower,

and temporarily lose the ability to run.

4. Momentum Gauge: Build momentum by executing attacks and taunts. Reach 100% to earn a Signature and 150% to gain a Finisher.

5. Signature/Finisher: Press Signature/Finisher.

6. Reversals: Shows the number of reversals you have available. These will regenerate over time.

when it appears to perform your

2K SHOWCASE

2K Showcase presents a match-by-match exposition of the famed career of

WWE

Legend Stone Cold Steve Austin. Packed with hard-hitting cinematics,

historic

WWE

unlockables, there’s no shortage of content to explore. Players will experience

video packages, authentic

first-hand the birth of Austin 3:16 at King of the Ring 1996 and follow Stone Cold’s hellacious path to glory up through his final match at

2003.

Each match features optional objectives to complete to earn new Superstars, Managers, alternate attires, and more. The player can access more detail on how to complete a particular objective from the pause menu. Bonus matches featuring key events from Austin’s time in WCW and ECW await those skilled enough to unlock them.

WWE

Superstar voiceovers, and loads of

WrestleMania XIX

WWE CREATIONS

WWE 2 K16’s

more robust and powerful options than ever before.

Custom Superstar/Diva: Create your own Custom Superstar or Diva or customize any

WWE Superstar or WWE Diva on the roster!

Custom Entrance: Choose from numerous entrance options and have your Superstar or Diva come down the ramp in style.

Custom Move-set: Select from hundreds of moves to give your Superstar or Diva the edge to dominate the ring.

Custom Championship: Create championship titles from strap to plate or even customize existing

Custom Arena: Design an arena fit for holding the pulse-pounding action of the Custom Show: Create your own show brand for play in Exhibition and

modes. Community Creations: Upload your creations online and share with the

creation suite allows you to personalize your

WWE titles.

WWE

experience with

WWE Universe

WWE Universe!

WWE.

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