How WWE 2K26 Star Overall Ratings Are Decided

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The way that the overall ratings for stars are determined in WWE 2K26 has been revealed by members of the development team.

WWE 2K26 is set for release on March 13, with pre-order gamers gaining access a week later on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Windows PC.

In a recent interview with Well Played, Visual Concepts’ Showcase Lead Designer Dino Zucconi and Gameplay Designer Cornell Gunter shared insight into the all-important ratings system.

Asked how the team determine what overall rating should be issued to each member of the WWE roster, the developers stated:

“Several considerations go into assigning a Superstar’s OVR rating, ranging from their current status and presentation on WWE programming, whether they have held or currently hold a championship, how often they seem to win, lose or be positioned as a credible threat, and other factors.

“For Legends, we look at the sum of their career accomplishments, but we also have to consider which historical version of these iconic Superstars we’re rating. Could peak John Cena beat Hulk Hogan in his prime? You can play or simulate that fantasy matchup and many more in WWE 2K26 to find out once and for all.”

While the full roster’s overall ratings are yet to be shared, the associated numbers for a select few WWE stars have emerged and can be found here.

Transcript from Well Played.