WWE 2K25 has a series of Payback moves that you can utilize inside the ring, and when timed properly, will result in you gaining a huge advantage over your opponent.

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These moves are different from the standard moves, and they all have certain conditions to fulfill before you can trigger them. This guide will help you perform all of them, including the secret, hidden ones.

All Payback Moves in WWE 2K25

The following table includes the list of all Payback moves you can use in the game.

Image via Destructoid PaybackDescriptionHow to performResiliencyEscape pin, submission, or elimination mini-game with ease (Requires overall of 85+)Hold R2 and press TriangleLow BlowSlow down your opponentHold R2 and press Triangle while kneelingPoison MistSpray Poison Mist into your opponent’s eyesHold R2 and press TrianglePower of the PunchHit opponent with brass knucklesHold R2 and press Triangle when promptedRun-InSummon allyHold R2 and press Triangle when down inside the ringMove ThiefSteal opponent’s finisherHold R2 and press TriangleBlackoutTeleport behind your opponentHold R2 and press Triangle when downRageFill the remaining portion of your Finisher meterHold R2 and press TriangleFreezeTemporarily shock and confuse your opponentHold R2 and press TriangleIron JawImmediate recovery after being stunnedHold R2 and press Triangle when promptedFireballScorch your opponent with a ball of fireHold R2 and press Triangle when prompted to ready your firePaparazziUse a cameraman to distract your opponentHold R2 and press Triangle when downComebackInflict quick strikes for short period of timeHold R2 and press Triangle to start a comeback. Once in the state, press the correct key promptsPowderDisorient your opponent with a cloud of powderHold R2 and press Triangle when promptedBullyForce the referee to count fasterHold R2 and press Triangle after a failed pin attempt to confront the enemyDirty BreakerBreak your opponent’s combo or grabHold R2 and press Triangle while being on the receiving end of a comboRef BumpPush your opponent towards the referee to take him downHold R2 and press Triangle while grabbing the opponent Adrenaline RushResist incoming attacksHold R2 and press Triangle while downBloodline Run-In (Secret)Same as Run-In, but only available for Bloodline membersHold R2 and press TriangleSoul Siphon (Secret)Pull out the soul of your opponentUnlocked from MyRise mode (yet to be unlocked)

Along with Paybacks, you’ll also want to unlock more superstars to add new choices to your available roster. Make sure to check out all the unlockable superstars available in WWE 2K25.

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