Professional wrestler Cody Rhodes has created numerous memorable moments since his comeback to WWE at Wrestlemania 38. However, his standout performance with a torn pectoral muscle against Seth Rollins at Hell in a Cell in 2022 remains etched in fans' minds. This extraordinary display caught the attention of 2K Sports, who decided to immortalize it in their latest wrestling video game installment - WWE 2K24.
In addition to his regular in-game character and his personas Stardust and Undashing Cody Rhodes, players can now take charge of a special version of Cody Rhodes in collaboration with the toy company Mattel. This unique rendition not only showcases his famous injury but also comes in the form of a life-sized action figure of The American Nightmare. To acquire this exclusive character, players must grasp the process of unlocking Elite Cody Rhodes in WWE 2K24.
Steps to Access Elite Cody Rhodes in WWE 2K24
The bruised version of Cody Rhodes is a tribute to his epic clash with Seth Rollins at Hell in a Cell in 2022. Rhodes suffered the injury while weightlifting before the event, tearing his muscle during a lifting session. Despite the setback, Rhodes persevered for over 20 minutes in the intense match and secured the victory. Following his recovery, the wrestler made a triumphant return, eventually winning the 2023 Royal Rumble.
Although the Elite Cody Rhodes character is not part of the initial roster, players can obtain him as a downloadable addition to WWE 2K24. This particular iteration of Rhodes is part of the Nightmare Family Pack, automatically available to those who pre-order the Standard Edition of the game or available for separate purchase for others.
Aside from the Mattel Action Figure version of Rhodes, the Nightmare Family Pack offers extra perks, including his dog, Pharaoh, as a manager. The pack features Elite Cody Rhodes alongside;
- Dusty Rhodes ('76) + MyFACTION Card
- Stardust
- Undashing Cody Rhodes