One big thing: WWE meets Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Warzone is bringing WWE superstars into the battlefield for Season 5, launching July 24.
• Rhea Ripley, Cody Rhodes, and Rey Mysterio will be playable characters.
• The update includes WWE-inspired execution moves and a new “Slam Deathmatch” mode.
• This marks the first non-wrestling game appearance for Rhodes and Mysterio in years.
Why it matters
This crossover represents a significant expansion of WWE’s reach in the gaming world beyond traditional wrestling titles, potentially exposing the brand to a new audience of first-person shooter enthusiasts.
The details
New characters and features
• Rhea Ripley was featured prominently in the Season 5 trailer, facing off against Captain John Price.
• Execution moves inspired by signature wrestling moves like Cross Rhodes and the leg drop will be available.
• A new “Slam Deathmatch” mode will require players to use finishing moves to defeat opponents.
Gaming history
• Ripley previously appeared in Rainbow Six Siege as a cosmetic skin.
• This is the first non-wrestling game appearance for Rhodes and Mysterio in over two decades.
• All three wrestlers have been cover stars for recent WWE 2K games.
What’s next
The Season 5 update goes live on July 24, bringing with it new multiplayer maps and cosmetic skins in addition to the WWE content.
The bottom line
This collaboration between WWE and Call of Duty represents a unique crossover between two entertainment juggernauts, potentially setting the stage for future partnerships across different gaming genres.
What do you think about this unexpected crossover between WWE and Call of Duty? Are you excited to play as your favorite wrestlers in a first-person shooter? Leave a comment below with your thoughts!
