With WWE 2K25, publisher 2K Sports offers one of the most extensive rosters in the history of the license. However, to fully enjoy all the superstars, you need to know where and how to unlock them. Between characters purchasable in the store with virtual currency, rewards from story modes and collectible cards in MyFaction, each mode offers its own mechanics.
The most dedicated players will even be able to access alternative or collector’s versions of great legends like The Rock, John Cena, Bray Wyatt or Cody Rhodes. Here’s the complete guide to unlocking everything, mode by mode.
Unlocks via the in-game store: 80 superstars accessible
In WWE 2K25, the store allows you to directly purchase more than 80 wrestlers in exchange for 1000 VC each. Among the most iconic names, we find Hulk Hogan, André the Giant, The Undertaker, Chyna, Eddie Guerrero, Rob Van Dam, Kane and even Lita.
This method is the simplest to quickly complete your roster, especially if you have VC accumulated via other modes. Note that certain variations, such as several versions of Shawn Michaels or Triple H, are also offered in this store.
MyRise: characters to unlock via Live events
The MyRise career mode offers more scripted progression, but also more demanding. You will need to accumulate stars in specific events to unlock wrestlers like R-Truth Judgment Day (210 stars), Odyssey Rift (140 stars) or Meilee “Fanny” Fan (62 stars).
Other superstars are only obtained by choosing certain narrative branches or by restarting the game with a new character. This is the case, for example, of Cody Rhodes Undashing or Rhea Ripley ’20, which require specific choices in Rally mode.
MyFaction mode and its special collectible cards
MyFaction returns with its card packs and allows you to unlock exclusive versions of superstars. You will be able to obtain “Elite” or “Demastered” variants of wrestlers such as CM Punk, Bray Wyatt, Becky Lynch or Seth Rollins. Unlock conditions vary: completing Live events, entering locker room codes, or putting together entire collections.
Certain special editions of the game (Bloodline, Deadman, etc.) also give access to rare versions like Elite Roman Reigns ’13 or Undertaker ’90. These cards can then be used in other modes of the game.
Showcase, The Island and Bloodline: the surprises of the side modes
In addition to the main modes, WWE 2K25 also offers unlockable characters and items in the Showcase and The Island scenarios. Each successful match or chapter gives access to alternative outfits, iconic managers or legendary arenas like No Mercy 2000 or Royal Rumble 2022.
The “Bloodline” Showcase is particularly generous with cult characters such as Yokozuna, The Usos or Solo Sikoa. A real treasure for fans of the Anoa’i family.