CM Punk Confirmed as Cover Star for WWE 2K26

TLDR

WWE officially announced during the Royal Rumble 2026 Kickoff Show that CM Punk will be the cover star for WWE 2K26, marking his first cover appearance since WWE '13. According to reports, Punk is also expected to anchor this year's Showcase Mode, allowing players to relive key moments from his career including his 2011 pipebomb promo, WWE Title reign, and 2023 return. The game is reportedly set to launch on March 13, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.