WWE 2K18 gets ESRB rating

Platform: Nintendo Switch

Rating Summary: This is a wrestling simulation game in which players select real-world competitors from the WWE roster, compete in matches, and progress through multiple storylines. Players can perform a variety of wrestling moves (e.g., throws, holds, grapples) as well as punch and kick opponents. Some matches allow players to use chairs, sledgehammers, and baseball bats to strike opponents. Blood sometimes appears on wrestlers' bodies/faces after being struck repeatedly by objects. Some female wrestlers wear revealing outfits that expose deep cleavage; wrestlers may also make provocative gestures (e.g., crotch chop) during matches. The dialogue contains references to beer, wine, champagne, and being drunk (e.g., “So please crack open a beer and let's celebrate!”; “You still drunk from last night and wander your way into the wrong arena?”). The words "a*s," "b*tch," and bastard can also be heard.

Yes, this rating is indeed new. The ESRB rating for WWE 2K18 on Switch hadn't been listed on the ESRB website until now. At least this should point to a release coming quite soon. Remember, the plan was to get it out this Fall, and there's only so many weeks left in Fall! Thanks to ShanonandJustin for the heads up!