While I appreciate that 2k is committed to not microtransactioning their games to hell, I am really not impressed with the new lootbox unlock system, especially given how little VC (Virtual Currency?) you earn from matches and promos. It's double bad when you add the fact that VC is also used for attributes and skills.

The new running around backstage fetch questy myCareer is kinda not fun. The matches themselves are good, but it shouldn't take me having to track down a guy, sit through the canned animation, accept his side quest then talk to whoever then start my match or promo EVERY MATCH.

The graphics have seen a major overhaul in all areas except the hair (also still has janky physics like drapes). The CAS cloth texture feature is way better and doesn't take ages to load anymore. Actually, CAS overall has seen improvement.

The match flow is better and bugs are actively being fixed. A definite improvement overall, but not for non-wrestling fans.