WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023 took place on Saturday, November 25, at the Allstate Arena in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, Illinois,
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter has released the traditional pay-per-view buys for WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, which were higher than last year’s event.
As you may already know, Peacock and the WWE Network continue to be the principal method of watching WWE pay-per-view events. WWE already announced that viewership grew by 44%.
The early figure, which only includes a few days of late buys, stood at 8,400, which is up from Fastlane 2023 (7,100) but down from Crown Jewel 2023 (8,700). Both of those shows featured John Cena and Roman Reigns, while WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023 did not.
However, with CM Punk’s surprise return at Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, late buys can increase dramatically. Overall, the Chicago event was up 17.4% from Survivor Series 2022.
Of those who purchased WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, 9.1% bought AEW Full Gear 2023, and 40% bought Crown Jewel 2023.
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WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, held on November 25 at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, proved to be a successful event for the company. According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the pay-per-view buys for this year’s Survivor Series were higher than the previous year.
It is worth noting that the primary method of watching WWE pay-per-view events is through Peacock and the WWE Network. WWE had already announced a 44% increase in viewership, indicating a growing interest in their events.
The initial figures for Survivor Series: WarGames 2023 stood at 8,400 buys, which is an improvement from Fastlane 2023 (7,100) but slightly lower than Crown Jewel 2023 (8,700). It is interesting to note that both Fastlane and Crown Jewel featured high-profile matches involving John Cena and Roman Reigns, while Survivor Series did not.
However, the surprise return of CM Punk at Survivor Series could significantly impact the late buys for the event. It is common for fans to make last-minute purchases when there are unexpected moments or returns. Overall, the Chicago event saw a 17.4% increase in buys compared to Survivor Series 2022.
Among those who purchased Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, 9.1% also bought AEW Full Gear 2023, indicating a crossover interest between WWE and AEW. Additionally, 40% of buyers had also purchased Crown Jewel 2023, showcasing the continued popularity of WWE’s international events.
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In conclusion, WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023 saw an increase in pay-per-view buys compared to the previous year. The event’s success can be attributed to the growing viewership on platforms like Peacock and the WWE Network. With CM Punk’s surprise return, late buys are expected to increase significantly, further boosting the event’s overall success.