Summary
One of the most exciting parts of jumping into a brand-newWWE 2Kgame is seeing how the wrestlers match up in terms of their ratings. In the case ofWWE 2K25, there have been quite a few alterations and changes made to the ratings from the previous game, with some male superstars now being quite a bit higher. This can be thanks to their impressive in-ring performances over the last year or due to their prestigious position within the industry. For many people, though, it’s always most fun to dive into a match with those who are at the top of the food chain to feel as powerful as possible when stepping in the ring.
Having a superstar with a high rating means that not only can they dish out tons of damage with each attack, but they will also be durable enough to keep getting back up even after taking a few heavy finishers. Simply put, their natural strength gives them a pretty high chance of winning a match. Here are thehighest-rated male wrestlers inWWE 2K25.
8John Cena ‘12
Rating: 96
WWE 2Kgames will often feature wrestlers from a previous era in order to give players a little variety on who they can choose, and in the case of John Cena,2K25is bringing back his 2012 iteration, where he was arguably at the height of his in-ring career. 2012 was the year Cena hadhis epic Wrestlemania clash with The Rock, but during this 12 month span, he also managed to take down Kane, Brock Lesnar, and even CM Punk.
Needless to say, Cena was running rampant across the men’s division in 2012, so it only makes sense he would get such a formidable rating for the latest game. Though Cena has returned to WWE for his farewell tour, which will be exciting to see him back in the ring once again, it’s also greatly appreciated that this version of the iconic wrestler, which is what many people grew up with, still made it into the game.
7Undertaker
Despite the Deadman not actually performing in the ring for quite some time now, he has still managed to score a 96 rating forWWE 2K25thanks to his prestigious reputation alone. Anyone who has been watching wrestling for any amount of time will know just how dominant the Undertaker was throughout much of his career, with his 21-win streak at Wrestlemania showcasing just how formidable of a wrestler he truly is.
To provide an accurate representation of the Undertaker’s strength and durability, he’s always given a high rating so that he is more than capable of causing some real chaos when stepping into the ring. The Undertaker may have only earned a single extra rating point since the last game, but considering he’s almost at the 100 mark, this is still a big boost for one of the industry’s most beloved legends.
6Roman Reigns
The Tribal Chief himself, Roman Reigns, had an excellent showing in 2024. Despitelosing the Undisputed Championship to Cody Rhodes, he also succeeded in besting several high-caliber superstars, including Randy Orton, LA Knight, and the new ‘leader’ of the Bloodline, Solo Sikoa. Roman may not be the unbeatable menace he once was when he still had the belt strapped to him, but in all honesty, he’s barely missed a step since then.
After reclaiming the Ula Fala from Solo, Roman proved that he’s still capable of picking up wins without needing to rely on Heel shenanigans or assistance from his cronies. Roman Reigns fans out there will be happy to hear that the Tribal Chief still stands near the very top of the pecking order for the latest game.
5Cody Rhodes
When Cody Rhodes receivedhis 93 rating inWWE 2K24, he was still in the middle of finishing his story. After one of the greatest Wrestlemania matches of all time against Roman Reigns, though, Cody finally got his hands on the Undisputed Championship and has been putting his body on the line to defend it time and time again. AJ Styles, Kevin Owens, and Jey Uso are just a handful of talented wrestlers who have tried and failed to pry the belt away from Cody.
Cody’s grit and determination, paired with his diverse wrestling style, has allowed him to soar through the ranks, to the point where his rating is now equal to John Cena and the Undertaker. As if Cody wasn’t already powerful enough in the previous installment, he’s going to be an even tougher opponent to take down forWWE 2K25.
4The Rock ‘01
Many people cite 2001 as the year when The Rock really started to take off as a mainstream high-level performer within the wrestling industry, since this was the year he went on his impressive title run. With his deadly Rock Bottom chokeslam and hard-hitting punches and throws, this is where The Rock proved he was more than capable of being a champion upon successfully defending the belt against a myriad of top wrestlers.
Longtime wrestling fans can live out their dreams of throwing classic Rock in the ring with the superstars of today, which will no doubt result in plenty of exciting matchups. The Rock’s latest Final Boss persona may be pretty intimidating, butthis 2001 version of the megastaris on a whole different level in terms of aura and spectacle.
3"Stone Cold" Steve Austin
Rating: 97
Every year, Steve Austin always ranks near the very top when it comes toWWE 2Kratings, which is a testament to just how dangerous this guy was back in his hey-dey.By the late 90s, Austin had essentially become the face of the company and was constantly earning wins over the likes of Kane, Dude Love, and the legendary Shawn Michaels.
Even in the modern era, though, Steve Austin will still return every now and again to remind fans that he’s still more than happy to pull out a lethal Stone Cold Stunner on anyone who looks at him the wrong way, as was shown when he humiliated Kevin Owens. Once again, Steve Austin scores a high rating, and as a fan-favorite, there’s no doubt he’s going to be one of the most popular wrestlers for online play.
2Roman Reigns ‘22
2022 marked the birth of the Tribal Chief persona. It was the year when Roman Reigns returned with a brand-new persona, and after forcing his brothers to join his new faction, he would also become the de-facto leader of the Bloodline. Roman is often seen as a part-time these days, since he only has a handful of matches each year, but this wasn’t the case in 2022. Roman partook in more than 30 matches throughout during said year, with most of which resulting in wins for Tribal Chief.
He would reach his peak at that year’s Wrestlemania, where he managed to overcome Brock Lesnar to make him the Undisputed Universal WWE Champion, cementing him as the new face of the company and finally getting him over with the fans after a rocky build. If players want to relive the glory days of Roman’s career, they will be able to jump into the ring with this absurdly strong version of the Tribal Chief, who is the highest-rated wrestler in the entire game, with one exception.
1Super Cena
Rating: 100
The name “Super Cena” actually came from the fans during Cena’s unstoppable runs fromthe mid 2000s to 2010s. During this period, Cena was booked like a superhero who simply couldn’t be beaten, with his embarrassing burial of the entire Nexus faction being a prime example. The developers decided to call back to this nickname by turning Super Cena into his own character who possesses the highest rating in the game at a staggering 100. On top of that, he also just so happens to be invisible.
In keeping with the reference, this version of John Cena is going to be incredibly tough to take down, so rushing at him head-first rather than conducting a plan of attack will prove disastrous for anyone who dares to fight him. Thankfully, this character can only be unlocked byworking through the MyRise mode, so players will need to put in some work before they’re able to dominate in the ring.
