2K Games and WWE have unveiled the Attitude Era Edition for WWE 2K26, a premium version highlighting the iconic 1997-2002 wrestling period. Pre-orders open on January 30, 2026, for platforms including PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The edition promises to revive legendary superstars and match types from that era.
The announcement of WWE 2K26's Attitude Era Edition came during the January 23, 2026, broadcast of Smackdown, shared via social media by 2K Games and WWE. This follows the pattern of annual releases timed to build excitement before Wrestlemania, with the main game and its editions expected in early March 2026, shortly before Wrestlemania 42 on April 18.
Speculation points to a release around March 14, aligning with previous years like WWE 2K25, which centered on Roman Reigns' Bloodline storyline and introduced an open-world hub called 'The Island' for player-driven narratives. For the Attitude Era Edition, pre-orders begin January 30, 2026, though official pricing remains undisclosed; rumors suggest $149.99 based on the bundled content.
The cover artwork showcases Attitude Era legends such as Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kane, The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, The Rock, Kurt Angle, The Dudley Boyz, Stephanie McMahon, Trish Stratus, Lita, and Chyna. These wrestlers will appear in the game with their period-specific attire and fighting styles, enhancing roster depth.
A teaser trailer emphasizes the era's hardcore elements, featuring recreated moments like Stone Cold's arrest, Undertaker's cell-top throw of Mankind, Kane's chokeslam on a flaming table, Kurt Angle's use of a hose, and DX's pranks. Rumors indicate new match types including Three Stages of Hell, Inferno Match, and I Quit! Match, which were staples of the late 1990s but missing from WWE 2K25. These additions aim to let players relive the Attitude Era's intensity through gameplay and story modes.
Further details on bonuses and updates will follow as pre-orders launch, keeping fans engaged with the series' evolution.
