WWE 2K26 Release Date
WWE 2K26 launches March 14, 2026. Pre-orders open January 30. Get 3-day early access starting March 11 with deluxe editions. Available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
When Does WWE 2K26 Come Out?
WWE 2K26 releases March 14, 2026 (Saturday) for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Pre-orders open January 30, 2026. Players who purchase the King of Kings, Attitude Era, or Monday Night War Edition get 3-day early access starting March 11, 2026. The game launches just weeks before WrestleMania 42.
Key Dates for WWE 2K26
Mark your calendar with all the important dates for WWE 2K26, from pre-orders through launch and beyond.
Attitude Era Edition Revealed
First special edition announced on SmackDown with Stone Cold and The Rock on the cover
Completed
Monday Night War Edition Revealed
Deluxe edition announced at Saturday Night's Main Event with WCW/nWo content
Completed
King of Kings Edition Revealed
Triple H-focused edition announced, completing the special editions lineup
Completed
Pre-Orders OpenCurrent
All editions available for pre-order on all platforms
3 Days Away
Roster Reveals Continue
Weekly wrestler confirmations through social media and WWE TV
Ongoing
Early Access Begins
King of Kings, Attitude Era, and Monday Night War Edition owners can play
43 Days Away
Standard Edition Launch
WWE 2K26 available for all players worldwide
46 Days Away
WrestleMania 42
The Showcase of the Immortals - game releases in time for Mania season
Las Vegas
WWE 2K26 Early Access
Get a 3-day head start on WWE 2K26 by purchasing the King of Kings Edition ($89.99), Attitude Era Edition ($99.99), or Monday Night War Edition ($119.99). Early access begins March 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM local time.
- Early access starts: March 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Standard launch: March 14, 2026 (Saturday)
- 3 full days of early play time
- Full game access - not a demo or trial
- Online features active during early access
- Progress carries over to standard launch
- Available with: King of Kings, Attitude Era, or Monday Night War Edition
- NOT available with: Standard Edition
WWE 2K26 Platforms
PlayStation 5
Next-gen experience with faster load times, DualSense haptic feedback, and 4K resolution. The definitive console experience for WWE 2K26.
Xbox Series X|S
Optimized for Xbox Series X (4K) and Series S (1440p). Quick Resume support and Xbox Game Pass compatibility expected.
PlayStation 4
Last-gen version available for PS4 and PS4 Pro. Some visual features may be reduced compared to PS5 version.
Xbox One
Last-gen version for Xbox One, One S, and One X. Cross-gen play with Xbox Series X|S supported.
PC (Steam)
Available on Steam for Windows PC. Supports keyboard/mouse and controllers. Mod community support through Community Creations.
WWE 2K26 Pre-Order Information
Pre-orders for WWE 2K26 open January 30, 2026. Pre-ordering guarantees your copy at launch and may include exclusive pre-order bonuses announced closer to release. All editions are available for pre-order. [2]
- Pre-orders open: January 30, 2026
- Standard Edition: $69.99
- King of Kings Edition: $89.99 (includes early access)
- Attitude Era Edition: $99.99 (includes early access)
- Monday Night War Edition: $119.99 (includes early access + Season Pass)
- Pre-order bonuses to be announced
- Digital and physical editions available
- Available at major retailers and digital storefronts
WWE 2K26 Prices by Edition
US MSRP pricing for all WWE 2K26 editions. Regional pricing may vary.
Standard Edition
$69.99 - Base game, no early access
King of Kings Edition
$89.99 - Base game + Triple H content + early access
Attitude Era Edition
$99.99 - Base game + 12 legends + early access
Monday Night War Edition
$119.99 - Everything + WCW/nWo + Season Pass + early access
Pre-Order WWE 2K26
Launches Before WrestleMania 42
WWE 2K26 releases just 5 weeks before WrestleMania 42 (April 19-20, 2026 in Las Vegas). This strategic timing lets fans play as their favorite superstars heading into the biggest event of the year, with updated rosters and WrestleMania-ready content.
- WWE 2K26 Launch: March 14, 2026
- WrestleMania 42: April 19-20, 2026
- Location: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
- 5 weeks of gameplay before Mania
- Expect WrestleMania-themed DLC or updates
- Universe Mode ready for Mania booking
WWE 2K26 Release Questions
Common questions about the WWE 2K26 release date, pre-orders, and platform availability.
<strong>WWE 2K26 releases March 14, 2026</strong> (Saturday) for Standard Edition buyers. Early access begins <strong>March 11, 2026</strong> (Tuesday) for players who purchase the King of Kings, Attitude Era, or Monday Night War Edition [2].
<strong>Pre-orders open January 30, 2026</strong> for all editions [2]. You can pre-order from major retailers like Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy, and digital storefronts like PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, and Steam.
WWE 2K games typically release at <strong>12:00 AM local time</strong> in your region for digital purchases. Physical copies are available when stores open on launch day. Early access follows the same midnight local time pattern.
Purchase the <strong>King of Kings Edition ($89.99)</strong>, <strong>Attitude Era Edition ($99.99)</strong>, or <strong>Monday Night War Edition ($119.99)</strong> to get 3-day early access starting March 11, 2026. The Standard Edition ($69.99) does NOT include early access.
WWE 2K26 is available on <strong>PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC (Steam)</strong>. All editions are available on all platforms. Cross-gen play is supported within console families.
WWE 2K26 has <strong>not been announced for Nintendo Switch</strong>. The WWE 2K series has not released on Switch since WWE 2K18. A Switch version is unlikely due to hardware limitations.
WWE 2K26 has <strong>not been confirmed for Xbox Game Pass</strong> at launch. Previous WWE 2K games have been added to Game Pass months after release. We'll update this page if Game Pass availability is announced.
WWE 2K26 pricing: <strong>Standard Edition $69.99</strong>, <strong>King of Kings Edition $89.99</strong>, <strong>Attitude Era Edition $99.99</strong>, <strong>Monday Night War Edition $119.99</strong>. Prices are US MSRP; regional pricing may vary.
Yes, WWE 2K26 is available on <strong>PlayStation 4 and Xbox One</strong> (last-gen consoles). However, some visual features and performance may be reduced compared to PS5/Xbox Series X|S versions.
A demo has <strong>not been announced</strong> for WWE 2K26. Recent WWE 2K games have not had pre-release demos. The early access period (March 11-14) is only available with deluxe edition purchases, not as a free trial.
Ready to Pre-Order?
Pre-orders open January 30, 2026. Mark your calendar for March 14 (or March 11 with early access).
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Release Date Disclaimer
Release dates and pricing are subject to change. This page reflects the most current official announcements from 2K Sports and WWE.
Regional release dates and pricing may vary. Check your local retailer or digital storefront for exact availability in your region.
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About This WWE 2K26 Release Date Guide
This WWE 2K26 release date guide provides all the key dates and information you need for launch day. We track pre-order availability, early access timing, and platform details.
WWE 2K26 launches March 14, 2026 for Standard Edition and March 11, 2026 for early access editions. The game releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
This page is updated as new release information becomes available. Bookmark for the latest pre-order and launch updates.
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