WWE 2K26 unveiled its first gameplay trailer at the Royal Rumble, drawing excitement from many fans. However, WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill expressed her disappointment over the outdated gear featured on her in-game character, which still wears her 2024 attire from Backlash: France despite her current champion status.
Fan Calls Out 2K Games on Social Media
The issue came to light when a fan posted on Twitter, tagging 2K Games and questioning why Jade’s model had not been updated to reflect her latest championship gear. They insisted on a gear update to match her 2025 championship appearance and demanded better attention from the developers.
“UPDATE Jade Cargill to a 2025 gear!!!! She’s the Queen of the ring and the CHAMP. Do better 2K.”
Jade Cargill Responds to the Backlash
Cargill herself replied directly, sharing her frustration over the use of an older gear design. She highlighted the significant time and money she invests in creating high-quality gear that represents her persona accurately in the ring.
“Yeah. Cause out of all the gears I’ve worn y’all chose one from two years ago is crazy. I spend WAY too much money on my gears. Which are always top notch 💅🏾”
Broad Reception of WWE 2K26 Trailer and Female Talent Presentation
While the trailer for WWE 2K26—the largest roster yet—showcases many popular wrestlers including CM Punk, Stephanie Vaquer, and El Grande Americano, the discussion sparked by Cargill has drawn attention to how female wrestlers are visually represented in the game. Fans and critics alike are debating whether 2K Games is giving enough care to updating superstar gear, especially for women in the roster.
Upcoming Release and Expectations for 2K Games
As WWE 2K26 is set to launch on March 13, 2K Games faces pressure to address these concerns before the game’s release. Updating superstar gear accurately is a key expectation among the WWE community to ensure authenticity and respect for the wrestlers’ evolving images.
Community Debates Gear Updates and Game Accuracy
Cargill’s vocal criticism has prompted broader conversations about how often WWE 2K26 should refresh its superstar gear to keep the game current. This raises questions about the developers’ commitment to representing wrestlers’ current personas and the importance of accurate visuals in a game celebrated for its realism.
UPDATE Jade Cargill to a 2025 gear!!!! She’s the Queen of the ring and the CHAMP. Do better 2k @CornellGunter_
— _ronD0N (@dailyunhingeddd) February 2, 2026
Yeah. Cause out of all the gears I’ve worn yall chose one from two years ago is crazy.I spend WAY too much money on my gears. Which are always top notch 💅🏾 https://t.co/Y9o94TBxf3
— Jade Cargill (@Jade_Cargill) February 2, 2026
