With the recent failure that was WWE 2K20, it's not hard to see why fans of wrestling games have turned away from the franchise altogether. The games just aren't what they use to be. Microtransactions and glitches galore, along with multiple modes that just feel stale and get dull rather quickly.

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However, there have been some pretty stellar entries in the series that deserve your attention if they haven't already had it. These games stand out among the rest and continue to be played even to this day as they're remembered by many to be true classics of the genre.

Updated on May 27th to Matthew Wilkinson: While there will be no WWE 2K coming this year following the incredibly poor response to WWE 2K20 (which unsurprisingly doesn't make this list), there are plenty of great games in WWE's past that are available for people to enjoy in the meantime.

Whether it's old school video games or WWE games that have had different twists put on them, there's something for everyone. These are the 15 best WWE games according to Metacritic.

15 WWE 2K14 (Metascore - 75)

This was 2K's first ever WWE video game and it proved to be a fantastic one. It took the game to new heights with fantastic graphics and a wide roster that really made the game thrilling.

The game was incredibly detailed and had a really interesting story mode. With great new techniques for gameplay, this proved to be a real hit and started the 2K relationship strongly.

14 WWF SmackDown! Just Bring It (Metascore - 76)

WWF SmackDown! Just Bring It is one of the WWE video games that is considered to be a classic. There's no surprise it ranks as one of the best games with a huge roster and 60 different match types, this game benefits from having tons of variety.

It remains one of the most popular WWE games to this day and is one that fans still play, mainly because the roster is so brilliant.

13 WWE Day Of Reckoning 2 (Metascore - 76)

Due to the popularity of the original, the decision was made to create a sequel with WWE Day Of Reckoning 2, and this also proved to be a hit. This game brought in brand new characters and story modes and didn't just rely on trying to be a carbon copy of the original.

The story actually continued on from the original which was fun and certainly went down well with those who had played the first game. With new submissions being brought in as well there was a larger focus on actual gameplay here, which was a great decision.

12 WWE WrestleMania XIX (Metascore - 76)

Released in 2003, WWE WrestleMania XIX was a GameCube exclusive that proved to be a popular one, tasking gamers with trying to destroy Vince McMahon's empire in order to earn their place back with the WWE.

Rather than the usual story mode set inside a WWE arena, this game was unique in the sense there were missions to get achievements. These tended to take place outside of the traditional ring and arena, and while there were classic matches to play the additional content made this game fun.

11 WWE '13 (Metascore - 78)

The Attitude Era - WWE 13

Next on the list is WWE '13 which proved to be an absolutely fantastic video game that saw a fantastic creation suite that gamers really loved. Making characters has always been a big part of a WWE game and WWE '13 did it better than most.

The graphics on the game were superb and a huge roster was put together here with tons of legends as well as current talent which really opened up the 'dream match' scenario more than before.

10 WWE Day Of Reckoning (Metascore - 79)

WWE Day Of Reckoning

Releasing exclusively on the GameCube in 2004, WWE Day of Reckoning is remembered as having some of the better graphics of the genre. With two previous wrestling games releasing on the GameCube that weren't received very well, it was the first truly great wrestling game on the console at the time. It was filled with content, including a story mode that was actually worth your time, and gameplay mechanics built on a solid foundation that made this much more enjoyable than the previous games on that console.

9 WWE SmackDown Vs. Raw 2009 (Metascore - 79)

Releasing on many different platforms in 2008, Smackdown vs Raw 2009 was a step in a new direction. They ditched the 24/7 mode in favor of a new mode called Road To Wrestlemania, in which you would pick a superstar and follow them on their journey in a scripted story that started at the Royal Rumble and ended at the grandest stage of them all. This mode was received very well as it became a permanent part of WWE games until its departure in WWE 13. Perhaps bringing this mode back would improve sales of the newer games.

8 WWE SmackDown! Vs. Raw (Metascore - 80)

The original Smackdown! vs Raw game is what sparked a series unlike any other, pitting both brands against each other in what was sure to be an interesting rivalry. Players started off by choosing their favorite brand, which then tailored your menu screens according to your choice, which was a very nice touch. Let's not forget to mention it was the start of some of the best soundtracks in WWE games, boasting a variety of music that appealed to sorts of fans of different genres.

7 WWE SmackDown Vs. Raw 2007 (Metascore - 81)

Smackdown vs Raw 2007 was the first WWE game that was ported from the Playstation 2 over to the Xbox 360. In doing this, they allowed more people to get in on some of the best games the series had to offer.

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This particular entry took what was great about the previous ones and changed it enough to make it feel new, but kept the essence what made it feel so unique. The roster was a massive overhaul as old contracts ended and new ones emerged, bringing us one of the most varied rosters to date.

6 WWE SmackDown Vs. Raw 2010 (Metascore 81)

If you loved the Road To Wrestlemania mode that first appeared in Smackdown Vs Raw 2009, behold a stellar sequel. Not only did it bring back this fan-favorite mode, but it brought in a new mode called Story Designer. This gave you access to all of the tools you needed to create your own story to play through. The possibilities were endless as you tailored the story to your liking. If you lacked creativity, however, you could simply download someone else's creation in the new community creations section which brought fans together as they shared their creativity with others.

5 WWE SmackDown! Shut Your Mouth (Metascore - 82)

The first WWE game on the Playstation 2 to have a genuine story mode, WWE Smackdown! Shut Your Mouth exceeded expectations. Starting off with an interactive draft in which you selected superstars to represent your preferred brand, and leading into a semi-open environment in which you could explore before matches and converse with other wrestlers was awesome. This concept is so unique that the newer installments of the series have tried to replicate the feeling but have yet to succeed.

4 WWE Smackdown! Vs. Raw 2006 (Metascore - 84)

Boasting hands down the best roster to date, Smackdown! vs Raw 2006 brought in so many new concepts and still holds up. It perhaps looks even better than current generation wrestling games at times.

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A fully voice-acted story mode, a brand new general manager mode, and a fully fleshed-out creation suite meant the improvements were astounding, to say the least. This game remains a pivotal point in the wrestling game genre and is still played, thoroughly enjoyed by many fans today.

3 WWE Smackdown! Here Comes The Pain (Metascore - 85)

An exclusive to the Playstation 2, WWE Smackdown! Here Comes The Pain is regarded by many to be the best wrestling game to release on the console, and for good reason. The season mode gave you the ability to play your story however you wanted; challenging for a singles title, choosing a partner to go after the tag team titles, or jumping brands to challenge for those titles. It gave you freedom of choice. There wasn't a designated path to follow in the story, which made the experience all the more enjoyable and gave it endless replay value.

2 WWF No Mercy (Metascore - 89)

Undertaker wrestling Mankind

Coming off the of the success of Wrestlemania 2000, this installment in the series gave fans more than enough to keep them interested for years to come. WWF No Mercy was a Nintendo 64 exclusive that was received very well by fans of the series as it gave them the ability to create a pay per view, compete in new match types, or play through that year's new and improved season mode. The game also had about 65 superstars, not including hidden character, which was a lot for its time.

1 WWF Smackdown! 2: Know Your Role (Metascore - 90)

Releasing as an original Playstation exclusive, WWF Smackdown! 2: Know Your Role made enough changes from its predecessor to make it stand out in its own right. It presented players with an impressive list of modes that were all unique and varied enough to keep fans coming back for more. It has become a cornerstone of wrestling games and the fact that a game from 20 years ago still shines above the current product is really saying something. Many fans today would much rather play these older games and we can't blame them. They were simply brilliant for their time.

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