WWE: Leak occurs after first RAW on Netflix, reveals plans not meant to be shared
2K Games unveils WWE 2K25 during RAW on Netflix, with Roman Reigns hinting at a January 27 reveal and Steam briefly displaying potential cover art.
WWE 2K25’s announcement arrived during RAW on Netflix through a segment featuring Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman post-Tribal Combat. The scene concluded with Reigns referencing January 27 as viewers caught a glimpse of the 2K25 logo on a closing door.
Xbox subsequently revealed updated character models for Cody Rhodes, Liv Morgan, Bayley, Damian Priest, and CM Punk. Steam briefly listed the game with Roman Reigns on the banner before replacing it with the 2K25 logo, sparking speculation about the cover star selection.
The franchise’s previous iteration featured Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and Bray Wyatt as cover athletes. While details remain limited, 2K Games has scheduled an event for January 28 to provide additional information about the upcoming release.
Release Window Projections for WWE 2K25
Take-Two Interactive, 2K’s parent company, previously indicated the game would launch in the fiscal year’s fourth quarter. This timeline suggests a potential February or March release window, following the successful pattern of WWE 2K24.
The previous installment earned widespread acclaim from gaming critics and players alike, with many considering it the year’s premier sports video game. While specific features and the exact release date remain under wraps, the Novato-based publisher is expected to unveil new gameplay elements during the upcoming announcement event.