Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick Added as Playable Character in WWE 2K26

You Can Now Fight Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick in WWE 2K26. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick is now a playable character in WWE 2K26, allowing players to either play as him or fight against him.

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has been added as a playable character in WWE 2K26 without any official announcement. With an in-game rating of 77, Zelnick, a 68-year-old gaming executive, is known for his fitness regime, working out 10 to 12 times a week and running his own private workout club called The Program. He even authored a wellness book titled Becoming Ageless: The Four Secrets To Looking and Feeling Younger Than Ever.

Zelnick's inclusion in WWE 2K26 remains a mystery, especially since he has admitted to not being a gamer. Despite this, he has embraced the opportunity, even featuring his exclusive entrance music in the game, My Way by Frank Sinatra. As the CEO of Take-Two Interactive, which owns major studios like Rockstar Games and 2K, Zelnick is a key figure in the gaming industry, known for overseeing blockbuster titles like GTA 6.

Zelnick has also expressed optimism about the growth potential of the WWE 2K franchise, believing it could significantly expand in size by focusing on improving game quality and delivering what consumers desire. He emphasizes the importance of continuous innovation and customer satisfaction to drive the brand forward.