2K has released the last update for the upcoming ECW DLC pack for WWE 2K24, known as the ECW Punk Pack, which will be available on Wednesday, May 15. They have revealed CM Punk’s appearance in the game, accurately capturing his likeness. They even nailed the WWE Universe’s rambunctious “CM Punk” chants.
WWE and 2K recently released previews of the ECW Punk Pack characters, featuring The Sandman, The Dudley Boyz, and Terry Funk. Today, they unveiled a screenshot of CM Punk, the last member of the pack. This release was accompanied by a video showcasing his entrance in the game.
This marks CM Punk’s first official appearance in a WWE game since WWE 2K15. During the interim period, the only way fans could get Punk in the game was via a talented CAW artist in the 2k community.Â
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Step into the ring as the Best in the World, CM Punk, with the ECW Punk Pack for #WWE2K24. Available May 15. pic.twitter.com/EWSwFonrLl
— #WWE2K24 (@WWEgames) May 10, 2024
CM Punk returned to WWE during the closing moments of the 2023 Survivor Series event. That surprise in the Windy City caught everyone off-guard, and 2K also didn’t have him prepared for their upcoming game. They got to work in rapid fashion to correct this omission from the roster.
In case you’re wondering how far WWE video games have come since CM Punk was last featured in a game, you can check out his 2K15 entrance below. The difference is pretty astounding.Â
Future WWE 2K24 DLC Packs:
- June 26: DLC Pack #2 (“Post Malone & Friends Pack”)
- Post Malone
- Sensational Sherri
- Mosh
- Thrasher
- Honky Tonk Man
- Jimmy Hart Manager
- MyFACTION Superstar Cards
- July 24: DLC Pack #3 (“Pat McAfee Show Pack”)
- Pat McAfee
- Ty Schmit
- Boston Connor
- AJ Hawk
- Darius Butler
- Additional MyFACTION Superstar Cards
- September 20: DLC Pack #4 (“Global Superstars Pack”)
- Jade Cargill
- Nia Jax
- Michelle McCool
- Carlito
- Kairi Sane
- Lyra Valkyria
- Dragon Lee
- MyFACTION Superstar Cards
- November 13: DLC Pack #5 (“WCW Pack”)
- Diamond Dallas Page
- Iron Sheik
- Mr. Perfect
- Great Muta
- Lex Luger
- MyFACTION Superstar Cards
WWE 2K24 Release & Reception
WWE 2K24 was released on March 8, 2024. Cody Rhodes is featured on the standard edition of the game. Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair appear on the special edition, the first time females have shared the cover. The 40 Years of WrestleMania special cover was changed to remove Brock Lesnar.
The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Critics have noted the game’s improvements and refinements from previous versions.
Reviews:
- IGN: 8 out of 10
- GameSpot: 8 out of 10
- Metacritic: 81%
- User Ratings: 3.7 (based on 316 reviews)
- Our Exclusive Review: 8.5 out of 10
