Summary
The WWE is back and arguably as big as it’s ever been. WithNetflix’s acquisition of WWE’s Monday Night Raw in the USAand the international distribution of all WWE projects and Premium Live Events, millions of fresh eyes are about to be introduced to the world’s premium sports entertainment. Fans have been treated over the years to seeing larger-than-life characters playing out insane storylines all in the name of sports entertainment, from the custody battle for Dominic Mysterio to the Hell in a Cell match between the Undertaker and Mankind.
The WWE games have followed hotly on the heels of the WWE,the legendarySmackdown Vs. Raw 2006has remained fondly in players' minds for over fifteen years since its release. AfterWWE 2K21was skipped to make fundamental improvements to the gameplay experience, each new game in the franchise has seen positive improvements, withWWE 2K24being great for players and WWE fans alike. With the WWE and the 2K series hitting a vein of form, it’s important to look ahead to the next game in the WWE 2K franchise and ask, who should be added toWWE 2K25?
1Jacob Fatu
The Samoan Werewolf Has Been Tearing Apart His Competition Whilst Shouting “I Love You, Solo!”
Fans familiar with wrestling and the WWE undoubtedly know about the Samoan Werewolf, Jacob Fatu. The 6ft 2in, 258lbs machine has been putting the WWE roster through its paces since hisWWE debut in June 2024.
Fatu is part of Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline, which is currently involved in a feud with the Original Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Sami Zayn. With a moveset that combines the works ofclassic powerhouses Rikishi and Umagawith high-flying acrobatics. Fatu is a must-see performer and a much-needed addition toWWE 2K25.
2Erick Rowan
The Rambling Rabbit Needs To Appear With The Wyatt Sicks
InWWE 2K24’s Bray Wyatt Edition DLC,players were treated to the addition of Uncle Howdy, the alter-ego of Taylor Rotunda, also known as Bo Dallas. The UnBolievable gimmick was gone, replaced by a brooding whirlwind of pain and destruction.
Accompanying Howdy in the WWE is the Wyatt Sicks, made up of Nikki Cross as Sister Abigail, Dexter Lumis as Mercy the Buzzard, Joe Gacy as Huskus the Pig, and the only member who didn’t appear inWWE 2K24, Erick Rowan as Rambling Rabbit. Rowan last appeared inWWE 2K20after leaving the WWE to perform on the independent circuit and is overdue a return. With his involvement in the Wyatt Sicks, this devastating performer is destined to return inWWE 2K25.
3Naomi
The Two-Time WWE Women’s World Champion Hasn’t Featured Since WWE 2K22
TheTwo-Time WWE Women’s World Championmade a surprise return to the WWE at the 2024 Royal Rumble and has gone on to become WWE Tag Team Champion alongside Bianca Belair, following an injury to Jade Cargill.
Naomi brings flair and eccentricity to the ring with a stellar catalog of moves and has ahuge storyline regarding Cargill’s injury still to unfold. Naomi would make an excellent addition to theWWE 2K25roster.
4Tama Tonga
Another Member Of The New Bloodline Needs To Be In WWE 2K25
Tama Tonga debuted in the WWE in April 2024and was immediately fast-tracked to the top of the company, joining Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline and causing chaos in the WWE locker room.
Tama Tonga, alongside Tonga Loa,became a WWE tag team champion in August 2024, before losing the belts in October 2024 to the Motor City Machine Guns. Given his importance to the Bloodline saga and his distinguished career outside the WWE, Tama Tonga is almost guaranteed to be featured inWWE 2K25.
5The Motor City Machine Guns
When the Motor City Machine Guns debuted in WWE, their class in the ring was on full display for all fans to see. Having performed for most of the major wrestling companies around the world, including TNA and New Japan Pro-Wrestling,the Motor City Machine Guns are a major acquisition for the WWE.
One week after their WWE debut, the Motor City Machine Guns picked up the WWE Tag Team Championship, defeating the Bloodline before losing their belts to DIY in December 2024 after a low blow from Johnny Gargano,cementing DIY’s heel turn. With an incredible resume and in-ring skills, the Motor City Machine Guns would be a great addition toWWE 2K25.
6Goldberg
Bill Goldberg is a legend of the wrestling industry who returned at Bad Blood. Following a speech from the Intercontinental Champion, Gunther, Goldberg jumped the barrier to confront the Ring-General.
Goldberg has had a career spanning four decades, beginning in 1997, and has fought some of the titans of the industry in that time, including the Rock and the Undertaker. With his reappearance at Bad Blood, and a huge career to explore, Goldberg should make his return inWWE 2k25,marking his first appearance sinceWWE 2K23.
7Pentagón Jr.
The Recently Teased New Addition To The WWE
After collecting the AEW World Tag Team Championship and Trios championship,Pentagón Jr. has been teased to join the WWE rosterfollowing the move to Netflix in January 2025.
Pentagón Jr. is ahigh-flying wrestler known for his distinctive mask design. Well-versed in the Luchador style of wrestling, fans are eagerly anticipating his addition to the WWE roster and with that the potential addition toWWE 2K25. Expect stunning moves and eye-catching performances upon his WWE debut.
8Elektra Lopez
Having Made Sporadic Appearances Through 2024, Should Elektra Lopez Feature In WWE 2K25?
With only a handful of matches in 2024, Elektra Lopez has had to make every in-ring moment count.Aligning with Santos Escobar and Legado Del Fantasma at the start of 2024as their manager, Elektra Lopez has been a mainstay on the roster despite her limited in-ring appearances.
Following a triple-threat match involving Tiffany Stratton and Naomias part of the qualifying stages for the Women’s United States Championship, could 2025 be the year that Lopez is pushed to the forefront of the WWE roster and featured inWWE 2K25?
9Joe Hendry
The Viral Sensation From TNA Wrestling Is Rumored To Be Switching To The WWE
At the time of writing, Joe Hendry is unlikely to appear inWWE 2K25as the Scottish superstar is currently contracted to TNA. However, the rumor mill is stirring about an outside entrant intothe Royal Rumble.
If this entry is Joe Hendry, this will be a huge acquisition for the company.An existing superstar who is already well-known for his character outside the WWEwould be an instant success. If the rumors turn out to be true, Joe Hendry’s addition toWWE 2K25would be a fan-favorite entry to the franchise.
