Kane’s iconic 90s look has sparked countless tributes in the indie wrestling scene, and a dedicated WWE 2K25 gamer has reimagined these in the virtual ring. While the rest of the world eagerly waits for WWE 2K25’s official release on March 14, those who secured the Bloodline and Deadman editions are already diving into the latest WWE 2K experience. This year, the 2K Showcase Mode spotlighting the Bloodline and the introduction of a new multiplayer Island are grabbing attention, but the game’s classic character creation suite remains a beloved feature.
A fan-favorite activity within WWE 2K25’s robust character creation suite is bringing to life classic wrestling legends not officially included in the roster, like Kane’s famed masked debut from the late 90s. Fans who cherished the Big Red Machine’s glory days were disappointed with recent WWE 2K versions that only offered his modern masked and 2010 unmasked variants.
Fortunately, die-hard fans can still craft Kane’s original mask and suit in WWE 2K25, along with various tribute color schemes adopted by other wrestlers outside WWE. Reddit user SuperGwarioBros creatively showcased several of these, including a faithful recreation of Kane’s 1997 look, as well as the indie wrestler known as Blue Kane, the candy-themed Kandy Kane, the vibrant Gayne, the stark white Kokane, and a green version called “Hurrikane,” nodding to his former tag-team partner The Hurricane.
Speaking of Kane’s quirky counterparts, fans on Reddit have humorously likened the lineup of color-swapped Kanes to a mixture of Power Rangers and Mortal Kombat ninjas, with some even jestingly suggesting that English footballer Harry Kane might join the fray.
Although many long for Kane’s 1997 version to be a standard part of WWE 2K25’s lineup, the anticipation for the game remains high. Fans are excited about potential dream matchups, including a fantasy clash between Kane and TNA legend Abyss. With more surprise roster updates and DLC on the horizon, WWE 2K25 players have already started relishing the excitement and mayhem that the new wrestling sim brings to the table.
For those diving into WWE 2K25, there’s plenty to explore beyond crafting characters. The game includes an impressive roster spanning multiple generations with legends and contemporary superstars alike. The latest Showcase highlights The Bloodline’s storied saga, and for the first time, players can experience intergender matches, a long-awaited feature. Whether enjoying the unpredictable branches of MyGM or exploring strategic new Universe modes, WWE 2K25 offers wrestling fans more than enough to keep them entertained.