WWE 2K26: One Hall of Famer Won’t Be Returning—and Here’s Why

With WWE 2K26 on the horizon, the timing raised immediate red flags for fans who expected Foley to be a lock as a Legends inclusion.

That concern didn’t come out of nowhere. Just days earlier, Mick Foley publicly announced that he is parting ways with WWE in a lengthy Instagram  post that laid out his reasoning in clear terms. Foley explained that he has grown increasingly uncomfortable with WWE’s relationship with Donald Trump, citing what he described as cruel and inhumane rhetoric and actions by Trump’s administration.

Foley said that after reading comments made following Rob Reiner’s death, he decided he could no longer represent a company he feels is aligned with values he strongly opposes.

In the post, Foley confirmed he has informed WWE Talent Relations that he will not make any appearances for the company as long as Trump remains in office. He also revealed that he will not be renewing his Legends contract when it expires in June—an important detail when it comes to video game licensing.

Without an active Legends deal, Foley’s likeness becomes far more complicated to use, which directly impacts his chances of appearing in WWE 2K26.

While nothing has been officially confirmed by WWE or 2K, the combination of Foley’s public stance and the reported SuperCard removal paints a clear picture. If the separation holds, one of the most iconic figures in wrestling history may be missing when WWE 2K26 finally arrives—marking a rare but notable absence as anticipation for the game continues to build.