WWE 2K26 Update 1.017 Dropkicks Ringside Pass Season 5 With New Roster Additions on September 9
Visual Concepts has pushed out WWE 2K26 update 1.017/1.16 on all platforms now, and this is to bring Ringside Pass Season 5!
New SuperStars await wrestling fans, as well as Chapter 3 of The Island, alongside new store bundles, bug fixes and more.
This also brings a slew of new wrestling moves and taunts as well, with the complete info available below.
WWE 2K26 Ringside Pass Season 5 Update on September 9 Brings New Characters
Players who own Ringside Pass Premium Season 5 will instantly unlock 4 playable Superstars right at Tier 1, led by one of the most requested characters this year: the Very Nice, Very Evil Danhausen!
Making his highly anticipated WWE 2K debut, Danhausen arrives to headline Season 5! The self-proclaimed WWE Hall of Famer brings his signature charm and theatrical taunts to WWE 2K26. Master his comical in-ring arsenal featuring signature moves like the Very Evil Pump Kick, Very Nice Very Knee-vil, and the ominous You Are Cursed freeze motion to leave your opponents spellbound. Prepare to hand over all of your human monies as Danhausen instantly becomes your go-to roster pick.
Aside from Danhausen, the other remaining SuperStars added today include:
- Bam Bam Bigelow – The Beast from the East is back! Returning to the franchise for the first time in seven years, Bam Bam Bigelow brings his iconic flame-covered gear and agile heavy-hitting offense back into the ring. Known for combining crushing power and astonishing agility for a Superstar of his size, Bigelow comes equipped with signature moves including Greetings From Asbury Park and Diving Headbutt.
- Brie Bella – Adding star power to the women’s division, actual WWE Hall of Famer Brie Bella makes her return to WWE 2K26. Whether you’re recreating classic Bella Twins moments with her sister Nikki using their signature tag team entrance, or forging a fresh championship path, it’s time to go full “Brie Mode” on your opponents.
- Pagano – Diving into WWE 2K for the very first time, AAA Superstar Pagano brings his chaotic style of extreme lucha libre straight from Mexico. Pagano brings high-flying offense into the ring, unleashing moves like the Barrel Roll Tope, Springboard Codebreaker, and Violence Party.
As you progress through the Premium Track of Season 5, you will have the ability to unlock 2 show-stopping Personas:
- Bianca Belair WrestleMania 41 (Tier 33): Featuring the EST’s stunning WrestleMania 41 look.
- Randy Orton ‘05 (Tier 40): Rewind the clock to the height of the “Legend Killer” era, complete with a brand-new entrance and his “Burn in My Light” theme song.
The Ringside Pass Season 5 Premium Track also includes new gear such as:
- Neon Mask
- Neon Skull Cargos
- Ruthless Aggression T-Shirt
- Wrestlefest Hoodie
- Black Mini Skirt
- Randy Orton Shorts
- Hart Foundation Jersey
New Moves:
- High Kick Combo
- Suplex Facebuster
- Springboard Phoenix Splash
- Tequila Shot
Available for all players in the Free Track of Season 5 are these 3 Personas along with earnable VC and MyFACTION content as well:
- Alexa Bliss ‘25
- Drew McIntyre ‘10
- Triple H ‘99
Chapter 3 Comes to The Island via WWE 2K26 Update 1.017
General
- Stability and Performance Improvements
The Island
- Chapter 3!
Stephanie McMahon is BACK and her actions are loud and clear — The Island belongs to HER. With a team of veteran Enforcers at her side – Randy Orton, Charlotte Flair, Natalya and – shockingly – Cody Rhodes – the Orders of Tradition, Shadows, Anarchy, and even Malice are up against a threat like they’ve never seen before.
- Ranks Season 3
- Leaderboards Season 3
- Bug fixes
- New shop and bundle items
- Gameplay
- Support for new moves and taunts for Ringside Pass Season 5
Hopefully, more WWE 2K26 support comes outside of these Ringside seasonal updates.
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