Define your journey in MyRISE: The Comeback with two new division-based branching storylines across men’s and women’s divisions. Drive the action beyond the main story with post-story gameplay, The Archetype’s return, and more.
Today, 2K revealed WWE 2K26’s latest Ringside Report, narrated by Paul Heyman, which unveils new details on MyRISE, the story-driven mode that puts players at the center of a dramatic comeback, orchestrated by “The Oracle” himself.
The Story
In MyRISE, players choose a Men’s or Women’s Division storyline to take on the role of The Archetype, a Superstar returning to WWE after a two-year absence. What should be a triumphant comeback quickly unravels, as players suffer a crushing defeat at the hands of one of Paul Heyman’s champions, Bron Breakker and Jordynne Grace.
MyRISE challenges players to make important choices and decide what kind of Superstar they want to become, and if they will fight their way back to the top with honor, or turn their back on the WWE Universe, embracing deception to reclaim championship glory.
You can choose to:
- Take the traditional route and earn opportunities the “right way,” or…
- Cut corners and take a more ruthless approach to fast-track your return
These fan favorite and rule breaker decision points throughout the mode will determine how the story progresses as well as influencing rivalries, match opportunities, and how the WWE Universe reacts to your character.
Players will be taken through a journey that spans pivotal WWE moments, including a return at the Performance Center, a potential opportunity from Adam Pearce in NXT, and a high-stakes WrestleMania showdown. Along the way, players will encounter career-defining decisions and rivalries that will shape how The Archetype is perceived.
Rise Matches
This year expands on WWE 2K25’s Live Event Match system with a new structure called RISE Matches. Rather than functioning as bonus content, RISE Matches are now fully integrated into the main progression path.
Completing RISE Matches will advance The Archetype’s career and provide rewards, with performance tracked through match star ratings.
Throughout The Comeback, players will also participate in WWE press conferences. These put the Archetype on the hot seat while giving users the chance to comment on their biggest matches and rivalries via player choice.
Additionally, The Comeback doesn’t end after winning the title. One major final decision will set the course for The Archetype’s title reign. Defend the championship, or if you lose, continue to compete in RISE matches to attempt to regain the title.
Rewards
Throughout MyRISE, players can unlock a variety of rewards, including indie-era CM Punk, “Burnt” Fiend, original MyRISE characters, and iconic gear from previous WWE 2K titles. By stacking wins and completing key story arcs, players can expand their roster and leave a lasting mark in WWE 2K26.
This year’s Men’s and Women’s Division storylines feature distinct rewards, so we definitely recommend playing through both!
Reward types include:
- Arenas
- Championships
- CAS Parts
- Playable characters
- Weapons
- Paybacks
- MyFACTION content
WWE 2K26 MyRise Video Trailer:
Four editions of WWE 2K26 are available for pre-order now. King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night War Edition are scheduled for worldwide release on Friday, March 6, 2026, seven days prior to the Standard Edition, which will be available Friday, March 13, 2026.
For all the information on WWE 2K26 check out the WWE 2K26 Main Section, and the full WWE 2K26 Roster Page.
