Hall of Famer learned about cover spot only after reveal
Summary
– Booker T says he had no prior knowledge of being on the WWE 2K26 cover
– The Monday Night Wars edition highlights WCW and WWF icons
– Booker reflected on his career longevity and unexpected milestones
Booker T recently revealed that his appearance on the WWE 2K26 Monday Night Wars cover came as a complete surprise.
With WWE and 2K Games actively promoting the upcoming release, one of the featured editions of WWE 2K26 focuses on the Monday Night Wars era, celebrating the rivalry between WCW and WWF during one of wrestling’s most influential periods.
The cover art for that edition showcases several defining stars from both sides of the rivalry, including Booker T, a four-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion and two-time WWE Hall of Famer.
Speaking on his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker explained that he had no advance notice that he would be featured on the cover and only found out once the artwork became public.
He shared that seeing himself included was a meaningful moment, especially considering how unpredictable his career journey has been over the years.
Booker reflected on the grind of his early days, the physical toll of wrestling, and the countless experiences that shaped his run, noting that he never expected his career to have such a lasting impact decades later.
He also expressed disbelief that wrestling remained a part of his life at this level in 2026, admitting that he once assumed his time in the business would have ended long ago.
Booker’s inclusion on the cover served as a reminder of how influential his contributions were during the Monday Night Wars era and how those moments continue to resonate with fans and the industry.
Outside of the video game spotlight, Booker remains active in WWE as the color commentator for NXT on The CW.
He currently calls the action alongside Vic Joseph. He is set to be on commentary for the February 3 episode of NXT, which will feature a Ladder Match to determine a new NXT Champion.
