In a surprising announcement, WWE 2K25 has confirmed the return of intergender matches to its roster of gameplay options. This marks the first time since SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 that players will be able to enjoy these matches in a WWE game.
The news came through a teaser video featuring Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio. In the video, Ripley hinted at the return of intergender matches, but was cut off by Mysterio before she could reveal more details. The emojis used in the teaser, featuring both a male and female icon, further implied the inclusion of intergender matches in the game.
BREAKING: Major change for #WWE2K25 teased. 2K confirms that INTERGENDER MATCHES are BACK.
— WWE 2K25 Community (@wwe2kcmty) January 21, 2025
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Intergender matches were a staple in WWE games for many years but were phased out over a decade ago. Their return has been eagerly anticipated by fans who have longed to see their favorite male and female wrestlers face off in the virtual ring.
In addition to intergender matches, WWE 2K25 is also introducing a new City Mode, similar to the one in NBA 2K, and a partnership with TNA, opening up new possibilities for cross-promotion and matchups.
The official announcement is expected to be made on January 28th, where more details about the game, including the cover and release date, will be revealed.