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TheWWE 2KandWWESmackdownseries have always had complex mechanics with each entry often introducing something new for the player to get adjusted to.WWE 2K22is no different in that regard but with this entry, the developers at Visual Concepts appear to have laid the groundwork for the series going forward.
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A question that seems to get asked a lot is how can players grab and drag their opponents in a match. Thanks to the new mechanics inWWE 2K22where wrestlers need to initiate a grab first, this is even easier to implement now than its predecessors. As with everything in this series, practice makes perfect.
How To Drag A Downed Opponent
The drag mechanic is at its most useful on downed opponents. This is because if one attempts a pin or initiates a submission hold too close to the ropes the referee will call for theRope Breakand the pin/submission attempt will fail. Moreover, if one attempts a pin or submission right after the rope break then it’s less likely to be successful.
It’s also good for getting a downed opponent into position for a high-flying move orone ofWWE 2K22’s finishing movesfrom the top turnbuckle. However, be mindful of holding them in the drag position for too long as the opponent will automatically counter it.The mechanics for dragging a downed opponent are as follows:
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How To Drag A Standing Opponent
The drag mechanic isn’t just limited to opponents that are down on the mat. It works as a means to get them into position in and out of the ring too. The standinggrab mechanic inWWE 2K22allows the player’s wrestler toposition the opponent into a corner turnbuckle, against the ropes, or for an over-the-top-rope throwusing a variety of attacks or finishing moves.The mechanics for dragging a standing opponent are as follows:
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Using The Drag Mechanic Outside The Ring
The drag mechanic can be used effectively outside the ring too. It can be used to slam opponents into the ring post or to execute finishers on the announcer’s table. Here’s how to use the dragging mechanic outside the ring:
WWE 2K22is available now for the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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