In WWE 2K25, the arsenal of techniques available to wrestlers is extensive, allowing for a dynamic representation of styles and strategies. Smaller competitors often showcase their agility through inventive tactics, including springboard dives and other high-risk moves. While these flashy maneuvers are a highlight of the gameplay, executing them effectively requires a keen sense of timing and practice. Players can perform these high-flying attacks both inside the ring and outside, leveraging the ropes for added momentum or launching themselves over the top rope onto unsuspecting opponents below. This comprehensive guide will walk you through mastering these exhilarating techniques.
Executing Springboard Moves Inside WWE 2K25
Within the confines of the ring, wrestlers can utilize rebound techniques off the ropes and corners to execute standing springboard maneuvers effectively. They can also employ the ropes to their advantage when attempting dive attacks beyond the ring’s boundaries. However, it’s important to use these springboard skills judiciously; overuse can leave your wrestler susceptible to counterattacks and deplete their stamina rapidly.
Springboard From the Ropes
- To execute a springboard from the ropes, press and hold the L1/LB button. Move the L stick toward the opponent and press Square, X, or B on PS/X, A, or B on Xbox.
Springboard From the Corner
- For corner springboard attacks, hold the L1/LB button, gently push the L stick toward the opponent, and then hit Square, X, or Circle on PS, or X, A, or B on Xbox.
Springboard From the Ring Apron
- To launch an attack from the ring apron, press the R1/RB button to climb outside. Then, hold the L1/LB button and move the L stick toward your opponent. Finish with Square or X on PS or X or A on Xbox to leap over the ropes.
These high-risk springboard moves are often associated with light heavyweight and cruiserweight wrestlers. However, it’s worth noting that some heavyweights can also pull off impressive diving attacks—always check the specific move set of each wrestler.
Performing Springboard Attacks to the Outside in WWE 2K25
Highly agile WWE Superstars can also execute springboard and diving attacks to opponents located outside the ring, using both the ring and apron as launch points.
Rope Grabbed Springboard to the Outside
- To perform this technique, get your opponent outside the ring. Use the L1/LB button to grab the ropes, then press Square or X on PS or X or A on Xbox to launch into a springboard dive.
Rope Grabbed Springboard from the Apron
- When your opponent is on the outside, climb onto the apron using the R1/RB button. Hold the ropes with the L1/LB button, position the L stick towards the opponent, and hit Square or X on PS or X or A on the Xbox to nail the dive.
Running Dive Attack to the Outside
- With your opponent outside the ring, hold L2/LT while pushing the L stick toward the ropes to initiate a run, then trigger L1 + Square or X on PS, or LB + X or A on Xbox at the right moment as you approach the ropes.