The ring is ready and the pyro is set. Following weeks of speculation, 2K Games has officially pulled back the curtain on WWE 2K26. This year’s installment promises to be a “game-changer” for the franchise, focusing on massive roster depth and the long-awaited return of fan-favorite match types.
Whether you’re a hardcore Universe Mode booker or a casual fan of the “Attitude Era,” here is everything you need to know about the upcoming release.
WWE 2K26: Release Date and Platforms
WWE 2K26 is scheduled for a worldwide standard release on Friday, March 13, 2026. However, fans looking to get a head start can jump into the ring seven days early.
- Standard Release: March 13, 2026
- Early Access: March 6, 2026 (Available with Deluxe and Collector’s Editions)
- Confirmed Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC (Steam), and the newly debuted Nintendo Switch 2.
Note: This year marks a significant shift as the series officially leaves “last-gen” consoles (PS4/Xbox One) behind to focus entirely on current-gen hardware.
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The Cover Star: CM Punk
After a decade away from the spotlight of a WWE game cover, CM Punk is officially the face of the WWE 2K26 Standard Edition. The “Best in the World” also headlines the game’s flagship 2K Showcase: Punked, which allows players to relive his career highlights from his 2008 breakout to his modern-day redemption.
Other Special Editions include:
- Attitude Era Edition: Featuring icons like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock.
- Monday Night War Edition: Highlighting the rivalry between WWE and WCW.
- King of Kings Edition: A Triple H-themed collector’s set.
Roster: The Largest in History
2K is boasting a day-one roster of over 400 playable Superstars and Legends, the biggest in the franchise’s history.
- Key Names: Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, Seth Rollins, and Bron Breakker.
- Legends: The Undertaker, Chyna, Trish Stratus, and the Dudley Boyz.
- Pre-Order Bonus: Players who pre-order any edition will receive the Joe Hendry Pack, featuring the viral TNA/WWE sensation as a playable character.
