In the storied history of sports entertainment giant, WWE, there have been a plethora of memorable matches over the decades that have had the eyes of fans glued to the action. Some of these were memorable for the personalities and performances of the athletes, while others burned themselves into the brains of its fanbase because of the special stipulations attached to them. One of the most popular of these stipulations is a Ladder Match, which will once again be featured in WWE’s latest video game installment,WWE 2K24.
After being introduced to the professional wrestling scene in an unforgettable battle betweenRazor Ramon and Shawn Michaels at Wrestlemania 10, Ladder Matches have become a centrepiece of the wrestling world and have even gone on to birth additional popular match types like the Tables, Ladder and Chairs match and the highly-anticipated annual Money in the Bank match. Players wanting towin a Ladder Match inWWE 2K24can use this guide to get the most out of the experience and ensure they always claim the prize that awaits the victor at the top.
How to Win a Ladder Match in WWE 2K24
Whether it is for a championship, a title match contract, or some other special condition, the objective of a Ladder Match is simple -be the first to climb a ladder in the middle of the ring and claim the prize that is hanging abovethe competitors. There are no disqualifications, no pinfalls,no submissions, and no count-outs, so players can utilize whatever weapons or strategies they like to incapacitate their opponent and win the match. Since there are special circumstances that differentiate a Ladder Match from a regular contest, there are additional controls and considerations that players will need to make to ensure they are the ones atop the ladder when the final bell rings.
How to Set Up and Climb a Ladder
The first important skill players need to be aware of is how to acquire, set up, and climb the ladder, otherwise they won’t stand a chance of winning. Picking up a ladder is no different from any other weapon and requires that players either grab one from under the ring, orpress the L1/LB button to pick one upthat’s next to them. If you are outside the ring, you can bring the ladder in with L2/LT.
Once you have your hands on a ladder, it is important that you set it up correctly, as pressing the wrong button will lead you to simply dropping the weapon and wasting precious time while your opponent is downed. To set up the ladder,position it in the center of the ring and press the X/A buttonand your wrestler will complete the action. From there, it is a simple matter of standing at the bottom of the ladder andpressing R1/RB to begin climbingto the top, which your superstar will do automatically.
How to Stop Opponents in a Ladder Match
When a wrestler is climbing a ladder to acquire the match-winning objective, time is of the essence for their opponent and they’ll need to thinkquickly on their feet in order to stop their adversaryfrom picking up the victory. This is no different inWWE 2K24, but there are some easy ways to halt your fellow competitor in their tracks:
How to Win the Ladder Mini-Game
Getting to the top of the ladder is only half of the challenge inWWE 2K24’s Ladder Matches. In order to win the match, you must win the mini-game before your opponent interrupts you. The objective of the mini-game is to push the ball through the gap in the rotating circle, which can be done with the following actions.
The progress of the ball does not differ between competitors. So, if you complete 4/5 of the meter, your opponent will only need to hit the center once to win, and vice versa.
How to Use a Ladder As a Weapon
Ladders serve more than one purpose in the world of professional wrestling. Not only are they necessary for winning a Ladder Match, but they also canbe used to inflict punishmentas weapons or as a higher platform from which to perform diving attacks. Some common and entertaining ways to hurt your adversary in a Ladder Match include:
How to Perform a Ladder Diving Attack to the Outside
For something more spectacular, players can up their diving attack game by using the ladder as a leverage point. This technique has your wrestler running up a ladder and leaping from the top in a high-risk aerial assault. To do this, you’ll need your opponent to be on the outside and you inside the ring. From there, you’ll need to perform the following actions:
If you mistime the strike input as your character runs up the ladder, the wrestler will simply run off the top of the ladder and land on the floor on their feet.
How to Create a Ladder Bridge
Another exciting feature inWWE 2K24Ladder Matches is the ability to create a Ladder Bridge between the ring apron and the announcer’s table. This can only be done on the right side of the ring, as you need the announcer’s table as the second anchor point. To set up a Ladder Bridge, approach the center of the apron on the outside and press R2/RT and L1/LB.
Once set up, there are multiple uses for Ladder Bridges that can inflict some serious punishment on your opponent. Here are the main ways you may hurt your opponent with a Ladder Bridge:
