WWE 2K25 teased John Cena in its October 16 DLC drop, while leaks suggest it could tie into a farewell tour with a possible heel victory motion
John Cena has been a fixture of wrestling video games for two decades, and WWE 2K25 is once again putting him in the spotlight. The latest announcement from WWE Games teased Cena as part of an upcoming DLC drop set for October 16. While the reveal celebrated his long-running legacy, it did not frame the content as a farewell tour. Instead, it left the door open for speculation about what might be included.
Speculation about this DLC began in mid-September, when insider WittyWitterson teased a ‘John Cena Championship Heel Victory Motion.’ He admitted he couldn’t preview it, but suggested it could connect to a WrestleMania 41 storyline and possible farewell content. The official announcement teased Cena’s involvement but did not confirm whether such a motion or a farewell theme would be included.
While fans are excited by the possibility, the official tease gives the rumor more weight — it suggests the heel celebration could indeed be part of the upcoming DLC, even if it has not been explicitly confirmed by 2K
Fans are speculating about several possibilities for this DLC. Some believe the Championship Heel Victory Motion could appear, offering an alternate-history flourish that leans into the long-debated ‘what if?’ scenario of a Cena heel turn. Others hope for refreshed entrances such as his ‘Doctor of Thuganomics’ presentation, while many are calling for attire sets and animations from across different eras of his career. There is also buzz about whether the drop will be framed as a ‘Farewell Tour Pack,’ with fans openly wishing for additional stars like Brock Lesnar, Nikki Bella, or Goldberg to be included. At the same time, concerns over pricing and accessibility are widespread, with many worried about MyFaction exclusivity or added paywalls, leaving plenty of questions still unanswered by 2K.
The last time is now…
— #WWE2K25 (@WWEgames) October 2, 2025
Coming soon to #WWE2K25 10/16 pic.twitter.com/7W1lXWTGgA
The community reaction has been lively but divided. Many are excited at the thought of new Cena content, especially the heel motion. At the same time, others have raised concerns about DLC pricing, potential MyFaction exclusives, and the accuracy of superstar models and entrances. Requests for improvements to entrances, trons, and commentary highlight the desire for authenticity in addition to fresh content.
A John Cena Championship Heel Victory Motion is going to get added soon.
— Witty (@WittyWitterson) September 14, 2025
I Cannot preview it right now but this is Most Likely for John Cena (WM41) coming in the Farewell Tour Pack.#WWE2K25
For 2K Sports, teasing Cena in WWE 2K25 serves as both a nostalgic callback and a way to energize the fanbase ahead of the next DLC release. By leaning into speculation, the developers keep the community buzzing even before all details are revealed.
Whether this DLC becomes a true farewell package or simply another Cena-centric update, it underlines how video games can give fans experiences WWE never delivered in reality.
John Cena’s presence in the October 16 WWE 2K25 DLC is official, but the rest remains in the realm of speculation. WittyWitterson’s September tease of a heel victory motion has added intrigue, and fans are eager to see if the developers deliver on that possibility. Until then, the announcement remains just that — a tease — and one that could either confirm long-running fan hopes or keep them waiting for another DLC drop.
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