Samoa Joe recently shared an update on his AEW status, revealing that he is currently following concussion protocols and hopes to receive medical clearance soon. Meanwhile, he is promoting his role as Sweet Tooth in the second season of Twisted Metal, which is set to arrive on Peacock on July 31 and promises a darker tone than the first season.
Samoa Joe Highlights His Role in the Upcoming Twisted Metal Season
In an interview with WrestleZone Managing Editor Matt Black, Samoa Joe promoted Twisted Metal, a show based on the popular PlayStation video game series. He encouraged fans of action-packed car chases and intense stunts to watch, emphasizing the show’s blend of machine guns and wild sequences. Joe humorously appealed to viewers who like the Mad Max vibe but prefer an American setting, free from Australian accents.
“I’d look them straight in the eye and say, ‘Hey, listen. If you like Mad Max, but you hate Australian accents, watch Twisted Metal, bubba. Get all those dirty Aussie accents right out of that production. Get this post-apocalyptic American action like it should be,”
— Samoa Joe
“No, I would tell them this, man. Listen, if you would like to see cars laden with machine guns battling each other across the greater breadth of the United States. If you want to see a wacky action comedy where some of the craziest stunts and the things you’ll see on TV will be present, watch Twisted Metal.”
— Samoa Joe
Darker Themes Define the Upcoming Season of Twisted Metal
The upcoming season of Twisted Metal takes on a noticeably darker atmosphere compared to its predecessor. Samoa Joe acknowledged that the tone mirrors the shift seen in the PlayStation 2 game Twisted Metal Black, focusing more on mysticism and a serious storyline. The new episodes align with a tournament setting where higher stakes contribute to the grimmer mood.
“I would. And I think the tone and the shift and stuff, I think coincides with how the series itself kinda travelled along its lifetime, where it became a darker subject matter and not so much ‘outlandish car shooter from the future.’ I think a lot of the tones and a lot of the mysticism you see arriving this season and become a factor, so yeah, I think the tone definitely shifted to a little bit more darker. But I think that’s to be expected, especially with the tournament and the stakes that come with that.”
— Samoa Joe
Update on Samoa Joe’s AEW Comeback Timeline
Samoa Joe has not appeared in AEW since being stretchered out of the ring at AEW All In: Texas, following an altercation involving the Death Riders. Although many fans speculated about his condition, Joe confirmed he is presently undergoing concussion protocols and taking his recovery seriously. He expressed hope that medical professionals will clear him soon, allowing for a return to the ring.
“Obviously, we’re working through concussion protocols right now, something that I’m going to take very seriously. And you know we’ll see, hopefully doctors will clear me sooner than later. We can make amends for things that maybe shouldn’t have gone on.”
— Samoa Joe
Potential Plans for The Opps and Trios Titles During Joe’s Recovery
Regarding the fate of the AEW Trios Titles and the possibility of a replacement while he recovers, Samoa Joe stressed that decisions rest with The Opps stable. Though he acknowledges that changes might be necessary down the line, he emphasized waiting on medical guidance before making significant moves.
“I think the decision on what happens to Trios Titles is firmly in the hands of The Opps. And I don’t think that’s an issue. As for being replaced, I mean, you know what, we’re gonna wait and we’re gonna find out where we’re at with the doctors first. Then we’ll make those very drastic, very life-altering decisions. But it would be a little bit premature to do that now.”
— Samoa Joe
The release of Twisted Metal season two on July 31 will give fans a chance to see Joe’s new role while AEW followers await his eventual return to wrestling. His health and full recovery remain a priority, with the wrestling community watching closely for developments.
