CM Punk Lands Cover of 'WWE 2K26' Standard Edition

The Best in the World graces the cover of the latest WWE video game installment.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:15pm

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2K and Visual Concepts have announced that CM Punk, the current WWE Heavyweight Champion, will grace the cover of the Standard Edition of WWE 2K26. Punk, who previously covered WWE 13, will also headline the game's 2K Showcase mode, allowing players to relive iconic moments from his career.

Why it matters

CM Punk's return to the WWE has been one of the biggest stories in professional wrestling over the past year. His inclusion on the cover of WWE 2K26 solidifies his status as one of the top stars in the company and will likely drive sales of the game among his passionate fanbase.

The details

In addition to the Standard Edition cover, WWE 2K26 will also feature several special editions, including the King of Kings Edition and the Attitude Era Edition. The game will boast a roster of over 400 playable characters, the largest in franchise history, and will introduce new match types, offensive tools, and gameplay upgrades.

  • WWE 2K26 will be released on Friday, March 13, 2026.
  • The Standard Edition will be available for $69.99.
  • The King of Kings Edition and Attitude Era Edition will be available starting March 6, 2026 - seven days ahead of the Standard Edition.

The players

CM Punk

The current WWE Heavyweight Champion and the cover star of WWE 2K26's Standard Edition.

2K

The video game publisher responsible for the WWE 2K franchise.

Visual Concepts

The development studio behind the WWE 2K games.

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What they’re saying

“As a kid, I could only dream of being on the cover of a video game. Now I join a very exclusive group of WWE Superstars who have done it twice.”

— CM Punk, WWE Heavyweight Champion

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The takeaway

CM Punk's return to the WWE and his prominent role in WWE 2K26 demonstrate his continued popularity and status as one of the top stars in the industry. The game's expanded roster, new features, and special editions will likely appeal to a wide range of wrestling fans.