Discovering the Absent Wrestlers in WWE 2K24

Unearthed evidence hints at the exclusion of 14 wrestlers from WWE 2K24's finalized roster.
Discovering the Absent Wrestlers in WWE 2K24

Highlights

  • The roster of WWE 2K24 hints at missing wrestlers such as Edge and Sasha Banks.
  • Evidence includes renders, menu tiles, and even completed character models.
  • The status of these omitted wrestlers in terms of their inclusion in WWE 2K24 remains uncertain.

Recent revelations suggest that WWE 2K24 might have omitted 14 wrestlers from its roster, as indications of their presence were found within the game's files. The roster of WWE 2K24 offers a wide array of wrestlers, spanning from classic icons to contemporary favorites. Despite the extensive nature of the WWE 2K24 roster, certain wrestlers failed to secure a spot for various reasons.

One notable absence from the WWE 2K24 roster is CM Punk. While Punk made a sensational return to WWE at the previous year's Survivor Series, fans anticipated his inclusion in the game. Although Punk is not initially part of the WWE 2K24 roster, he is scheduled to be added post-launch as downloadable content. Apart from Punk, there were other wrestlers who were apparently in contention for WWE 2K24 but were either removed or unfinished by the release date.

According to findings shared by Twitter users WhatsTheStatus and JoeMashups (via Ringside News), renderings and in-game data indicate the possible consideration of 14 wrestlers for WWE 2K24, yet they are absent from the final product. Among the significant names are Edge, now performing in AEW as Adam Copeland, and Sasha Banks, who recently debuted in AEW as Mercedes Mone. Additional wrestlers excluded from the roster are Top Dolla, Dana Brooke, Brie Bella, Eddy Thorpe, Emma, Jakara Jackson, James Drake, Lacey Evans, Mace, Mansoor, Matt Riddle, and Mustafa Ali.

WWE 2K24 Wrestlers Left Out

  • Adam Copeland/Edge
  • AJ Francis/Top Dolla
  • Ash By Elegance/Dana Brooke
  • Brie Bella
  • Eddy Thorpe
  • Emma
  • Jakara Jackson
  • James Drake/Jagger Reid
  • Lacey Evans
  • Mace
  • Mansoor
  • Matt Riddle
  • Mercedes Mone/Sasha Banks
  • Mustafa Ali

Many of these wrestlers are visible in the game through menu tiles and renders, leaving uncertainty about their genuine consideration for WWE 2K24. Some remnants may stem from previous WWE video games, which fans should bear in mind. However, instances like Lacey Evans, who possesses a fully developed character model with an entrance, suggest a probable intent for inclusion in the roster, with her removal likely linked to her departure from WWE in August 2023.

Other intriguing discoveries include unused older versions of Seth Rollins and Triple H, along with a menu tile featuring Nia Jax. Nia Jax is set to be added to WWE 2K24 as DLC, indicating prolonged consideration for her inclusion in the game.