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The article tracks wrestlers who have appeared in WWE 2K26 promotional materials as a confirmed roster, but emphasizes the roster isn’t final and official overall ratings aren’t announced yet. It notes no release date is set and that Attitude Era and Monday Night War editions will be available for pre-order on January 30, with ongoing updates as new confirmations come in.
WWE 2K26 is launching with two special editions (Attitude Era Edition and Monday Night War Edition). Goldberg is set to appear on the cover of the Monday Night War Edition and could receive a larger role in the game, potentially including a Showcase mode, leveraging his 2025 final match against Gunther as a focal point.
WWE 2K26 revealed a special Attitude Era Edition cover during SmackDown, with the game planned for release in March and pre-orders opening January 30. No normal cover star has been announced yet, and the edition leans on late-90s nostalgia (Stone Cold Steve Austin is referenced); rumors about a large roster and CM Punk’s Showcase mode persist, and fans wonder whether Vince McMahon will appear in the game.
WWE 2K26 announced a special Attitude Era edition during SmackDown, revealing a cover lineup that includes Kane, The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, The Rock, Kurt Angle, Lita, Trish Stratus, Chyna, Stephanie McMahon, and the Dudley Boyz. Pre-orders begin January 30, while the base edition cover has not yet been revealed; the game is expected to release in the coming months.
WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin revealed on the SI Media podcast that he made at least 8 figures from his iconic 'Austin 3:16' t-shirt and merchandise sales. The Texas Rattlesnake is synonymous with the Attitude Era and remains one of the biggest names in pro wrestling history. Despite his success, Austin has no plans to return to WWE for a full-time gig.
WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin revealed on "Insight with Chris Van Vliet" that he still encounters people who "cuss me out" for inventing the "WHAT?" chant in 2001. Austin said he's surprised the chant is still used so commonly two decades later, but it's a testament to how impactful it was. The chant, which started as a way to irritate people, has become one of the most common and irritating chants in the wrestling business today.