To follow the pattern of previous installments,WWE 2K24features a Showcase mode to relive some of the greatest moments in the history of WWE. However, unlike its predecessors,WWE 2K24’sShowcase mode will pay homage to Wrestlemania, as the event celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2024.
In the fifth match of the Wrestlemania showcase, players will take control of then-Intercontinental Champion The Ultimate Warrior as he attempts towin the WWE Championship from Hulk Hogan. For players looking tocomplete the challenge to 100% and earn the associated rewards, this guide breaks down each requirement to do so.
WWE 2K24 The Ultimate Challenge Objectives (Match 5)
In one of the all-time great rivalries in Wrestlemania history, you are tasked with making The Ultimate Warrior the first wrestler to ever hold the WWE andIntercontinental Championshipsat the same time. To claim all the glory that comes with such a feat,players will need to complete 18 in-game objectivesto unlock all the rewards associated with the challenge. Here are the details of what the objectives are and how to achieve them:
Objective
Requirements
Hulk is ready for a fight - so bring it to him with punishing offense!
Use a variety of striking, diving, and grappling moves on Hogan to inflict damage until the meter is filled.
Show Hogan you fear no man and try to rattle him with an Opponent Taunt!
Press the right button on the D-pad to taunt. Bear in mind that you cannot block attacks during a taunt, so ensure you give yourself enough space and time by knocking Hogan down.
Save that strength for later, use a Light Grapple to hurt Hogan!
Light Grapple by grabbing Hogan with Circle/B, then press Square/X to initiate the attack.
Surprise The Hulkster with some grappling and put him in a submission hold!
You can perform a submission hold on a standing or grounded opponent by pressing R2/RT and Circle/B. The wrestler has to have a submission assigned to the position you are grappling your opponent from.
And blitz the Hulkster in the ring with one of your trademark Front Running Attacks!
Run at Hogan with the L2/LT button and press X/A to perform a Front Running Attack.
Now show the Power of the Warrior and get these people behind you with a Crowd Taunt!
Press the left button on the D-pad to perform a Crowd Taunt, ensuring you have enough space and time to complete it.
Send Hogan into the ropes with a timely Irish Whip!
Irish Whip Hogan by grappling him with Circle/B, and pressing Circle/B again while holding the left stick in the direction you want to send him.
Hogan’s never met anyone with your power! Don’t let up now, stay on the attack!
Continue to inflict damage on Hogan with strikes, grappling, and diving attacks. Be sure to mix up your offense to avoid being countered.
A Light Grapple here will help set up your following move!
Light Grapple by pressing Square/X once you have grabbed Hogan with Circle/B.
Now unleash a flurry and take Hogan down with 3 Running Clotheslines!
Perform a Running Clothesline by running at Hogan with L2/LT and pressing Square/X. Connect with this move 3 times.
A Back Suplex here will zap Hulk of a huge chunk of energy!
From a front position, move the right stick to the left or right to strike Hogan and move his position, so he has his back to you. From there, press Circle/B to grapple and X/A and up on the left stick.
attempt to squeeze the life out of Hogan with a Bear Hug in the ring!
From a standing position, press R2/RT and Circle/B when Hogan is facing you to initiate a Bear Hug submission.
He’s in trouble, but still dangerous! Time to throw everything you’ve got at him!
Continue to attack Hogan with strikes, diving attacks, and grappling.
That includes hitting him with 3 Diving Attacks from the top rope!
This can be done when Hogan is standing or grounded, both inside and outside the ring. Climb to the top turnbuckle with L2/LT and press Square/X or X/A to perform a Diving Attack.
The Warrior is running wild! Lose control with any Taunt!
Distance yourself from Hogan and press the left, up, or right button on the D-pad to perform any taunt.
Another crushing Suplex from a Rear Grapple may be enough to put Hogan down for the count!
As above, position Hogan to have his back to you, then press X/A and up on the left stick after grappling him.
Now get Hogan up in the air in the ring with your signature Military Press Drop!
With a Signature move stored, indicated by the blue meter under Warrior’s health, press R2/RT and Square/X when Hogan is standing to perform a Military Press Drop. Be mindful not to use Instant Recovery as this will drain your Signature meter.
You want to become Immortal?! Then defeat Hogan by pinfall or submission and claim the WWE Championship!
Pin or submit Hogan to win. He is a tough and highly-rated legend, so it maytake a few finishing movesto achieve.
The Ultimate Warrior vs Hulk Hogan Match 5 Rewards
Those who are able to defeatHulk Hogan and complete all objectivesin The Ultimate Challenge will be rewarded with the very superstars and venue involved in the match. For completing 100% of match 5 of the Wrestlemania Showcase, players will receive:
With that said, many of the rewards you’ll encounter in the showcase mode, primarily the unlockable characters, are included for players who purchase theForty Years of Wrestlemania edition ofWWE 2K24. This, however, does not include the arenas, so there is still plenty to play for.
