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Paybacks are the ultimate game-changers inWWE 2K games, especially when you’re backed into a corner and desperately need a way out. In the heat of the match, when your opponent has the upper hand and the crowd is roaring against you, a well-timed Payback can shift the entire dynamic. WhileWWE 2K25maintains the familiar Payback system seen in previous titles, it also introduces several new ones, including the much-needed Ref Bump. This guide breaks down all Paybacks inWWE 2K25and how you can use them in your favor.
How to Use
Adrenaline Rush
Fires you up with a surge of energy to resist incoming attacks.
When downed, hold R2 and press Triangle to get an adrenaline rush.
Blackout
Teleport behind your opponent to gain an advantage. (Cannot be used in multi-man matches)
When downed, hold R2 and press Triangle. BothSuperstarsmust be inside the ring.
Bully
Bully the referee to speed up pin counts during your pin attempts.
After a failed pin, hold R2 and press Triangle to intimidate them.
Comeback
Inflicts persistent damage for a short period of time. (Cannot be used in multi-man matches)
Hold R2 and press Triangle to start a comeback. Once the payback begins, press the correct prompts to complete the sequence.
Break your opponent’s combo or grab them aggressively.
When prompted, hold R2 and press Triangle to break out.
Fireball
Scorch your opponent with a ball of fire. (Can get you disqualified)
When prompted, hold R2 and press Triangle.
Temporarily shock and confuse your opponent.
Hold R2 and press Triangle
Iron Jaw
Lets you immediately recover after being Stunned.
Hold R2 and press Triangle when prompted to regain your senses.
Low Blow
Slows down your opponent with a Low Blow. (Can get you disqualified)
While kneeling, hold R2 and press Triangle to deliver a Low Blow.
Move Thief
Steal your opponent’s Finisher move, if they have one in stock.
Hold R2 and press Triangle.
Paparazzi
Distract the opponent with the help of a photographer. (Only valid in 1 vs. 1 matches.)
When downed, hold R2 and press Triangle.
Powder
Disorient your opponent with a cloud of powder. (Can get you disqualified)
Power of the Punch
Hit your opponent with brass knuckles. (Can get you disqualified)
Poison Mist
Spray Poison Mist into your opponent’s eyes. (Can get you disqualified)
When prompted, hold R2 and press Triangle to temporarily incapacitate your opponent.
Ref Bump
Push your opponent into the referee.
Hold R2 and press Triangle to shove your opponent into the referee.
Resiliency
Easily escape a pin, submission, or elimination mini-game. (Requires Overall 85+ to assign).
Hold R2 and press Triangle to escape.
Run-In
Summon an ally to ringside. (Only valid in 1 vs. 1 matches.)
Hold R2 and press Triangle when downed inside the ring.
Bloodline Run-In (Secret)
Similar to a Run-In, but is only available for Superstars in The Bloodline.
Suck your opponent’s soul out. (Can get you disqualified)
