In a crossover event that continues to blur the lines between online entertainment and professional wrestling, prominent YouTuber, musician, and boxer KSI is officially joining the digital roster of WWE 2K25. This unexpected addition was revealed not through a traditional press release or in-game announcement, but via promotional material discovered on the Nintendo eShop for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version of the title.
The digital storefront provided an early glimpse at the next downloadable content offering for the wrestling simulation game, confirming KSI`s inclusion in the aptly named Fearless Pack. Fans eager to virtually step into the boots (or perhaps, trainers) of the internet icon won`t have long to wait, as the DLC is scheduled for release on July 23, 2025.
KSI, known globally for his massive online following and his involvement in the influencer boxing scene (including bouts against Logan Paul and Tommy Fury), adds a unique celebrity dimension to the WWE 2K franchise. His inclusion taps into a vast audience beyond traditional wrestling fandom, potentially introducing the game to new players.
While his digital debut promises the chance for virtual glory, KSI`s real-life interactions with WWE have been, shall we say, less dominant. At WrestleMania 39 in 2023, while attempting to aid his business partner Logan Paul in a match against Seth Rollins, KSI appeared inside a Prime hydration drink mascot costume. His interference attempt ended abruptly and painfully, with Rollins delivering a devastating Frogsplash through the announcer`s table – mascot suit and all. A subsequent appearance on SmackDown saw him receive an RKO from Randy Orton. One can only hope his in-game attributes reflect a slightly higher durability than his real-world cameos suggest.
The Fearless Pack isn`t just a celebrity showcase, however. KSI is set to debut alongside a diverse and respected group of wrestling talent. Also included in the pack are ECW legend New Jack, acclaimed AEW star Penta El Zero M, current TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace, and Japanese wrestling icon Bull Nakano. This eclectic mix provides a range of styles and eras for players to explore.
The reveal of KSI joining WWE 2K25 via a platform leak is unconventional, but fitting perhaps for a personality who built his brand online. Players will soon get to control the digital destiny of a star whose real-life wrestling career has primarily consisted of receiving finishers through furniture. It will be intriguing to see how the YouTube sensation fares when given the reins in the virtual squared circle.
