Unusual Issue Found in WWE 2K25’s Depiction of The Rock

WWE 2K25 has kicked off with a curious and comical glitch, particularly amusing compared to previous game bugs. In this latest release, while The Rock attempts to hit his iconic People’s Elbow on his virtual opponents, there’s a quirky twist—his elbow mysteriously vanishes.

Packed with an impressive roster, WWE 2K25 features 365 characters, including downloadable content that fans haven’t been able to unlock just yet. This time, The Rock takes up no fewer than six slots. You can enjoy his Blue Chipper Rocky Maivia persona from 1996, a 2001 version, and his unforgettable rendition from 1997. And don’t miss his action-figure-esque appearance with a raised eyebrow and flexible joints, plus his formidable Final Boss mode, introduced just last year in 2024.

Some eager fans with early access via the Deadman or Bloodline edition of WWE 2K25 have stumbled upon an oddity. Just as The Rock peels off his elbow pad before starting his stylish signature move, players find… nothing. The central portion of his arm is inexplicably missing any texture, making the forearm look as though it’s floating free of its owner. Redditor ConstructionSpare367 even shared this bizarre imagery, leaving players scratching their heads.

This anomaly has sparked comparisons to a memorable moment from WWE 2K23’s Showcase mode. That scenario put the spotlight on John Cena, famously known for his “You can’t see me” slogan. “Super Cena” made an appearance, boasting a perfect 100 rating, yet all parts of Cena except his clothes were invisible, playing on the joke quite literally.

Fans have speculated wildly, even linking this glitch to current WWE storylines. With Cena poised for a standout match against reigning champ Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, some wonder if The People’s Elbow is absent because The Rock has distanced himself from the people he once championed. Cena’s recent heel turn, opting to betray Cody after The Rock’s attempts at coaxing his soul, might have left fans wondering if this is a deeper nod to the story, or simply a humorous bug.

Meanwhile, excitement surrounds the upcoming DLC, set to introduce an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) personality into this WWE universe. Players have marked March 14 on their calendars to fully immerse themselves when the standard edition goes live, perhaps discovering more surprises WWE 2K25 has up its sleeve, intentional or otherwise.