One of the most memorable moments in wrestling happens when the ring collapses during a match, and you can recreate this spectacle in WWE 2K25. Just like The Big Show and Brock Lesnar did on SmackDown, or when Braun Strowman and Bronson Reed pulled it off recently, it’s a moment that wrestling fans cherish. In WWE 2K25, this dramatic event occurs in a specific scenario and features a unique animation that concludes the match.
Earlier versions of the game allowed players to execute this spectacular move similarly. Once successfully performed, the match immediately ends, declaring the victor as the one who executed the decisive maneuver. You can execute this action in various gameplay modes, from the newly introduced The Island to MyFaction and MyGM. However, certain conditions must be met before you’re able to break the ring.
How to Break the Ring in WWE 2K25
A Suplex from the Top Turnbuckle
The secret to breaking the ring in WWE 2K25 lies in choosing the right superstars. Just like in actual WWE matches, the ring will give way only when the heaviest wrestlers land forcefully. Breaking the announcer’s table or barricades also adds excitement, providing a thrilling conclusion when done correctly.
To successfully break the ring, you must perform a suplex from the top turnbuckle. No other actions will facilitate this effect. First, you need to push your opponent into the corner and then lift them onto the top turnbuckle. From here, pressing the appropriate button to initiate a grab move allows you to execute a suplex from the top rope, assuming your chosen superstar has the capability.
Some superstars have unique top turnbuckle moves that won’t lead to breaking the ring.
However, most superstars lack the required weight to shatter the ring. The wrestler taking the suplex must be a super heavyweight for a chance of breaking the ring. This limitation also affects the choice of wrestlers able to perform the suplex, as many carry too little weight to lift a super heavyweight opponent. To maximize your chances, it’s best to select a super heavyweight to execute the move.
Who Can Break the Ring in WWE 2K25
Only Certain Super Heavyweights Can Break the Ring
In WWE 2K25, wrestlers are categorized by weight, and only super heavyweights can trigger the ring collapse. This applies to all superstars weighing over 300 pounds as part of the extensive roster for this year’s game. However, not every super heavyweight can break the ring when suplexed from the top turnbuckle. Players can edit wrestlers’ weight and stats within WWE 2K25, allowing full customization of those capable of executing the necessary moves.
The Undertaker is classified as a super heavyweight but will not cause the ring to break, regardless of who performs the suplex.
The confirmed superstars that can break the ring when slammed from the top turnbuckle are Andre The Giant, Braun Strowman, Bronson Reed, Ivar, Otis, Rikishi, Umaga, Vader, and Yokozuna. This list may expand as more wrestlers are introduced through downloadable content throughout the year. However, in most specialized match types, breaking the ring is impossible, such as in Royal Rumble or Ladder matches where the integrity of the ring is essential, as well as any cage match scenarios.
While most heavyweight stars, including Roman Reigns and Randy Orton, possess the strength to execute this move, others may not. Additionally, attempting the move right at the start of the match is not allowed, as it will be blocked each time. However, if you inflict enough damage on your opponent to show significant wear on their body map, you’ll be set up for success. Focus on targeting a specific body part of your opponent using several different moves.
Breaking the ring in WWE 2K25 is one of the game’s most visually exciting features, bringing a dramatic end to a match, but you must utilize the heaviest superstars to pull it off.
