After years of absence from the WWE 2K franchise, Matt and Jeff Hardy collectively known as The Hardy Boyz are officially returning to the series. The announcement came directly from both brothers via the official WWE Games social media account, with Matt confirming: “The GOATs, Matt and Jeff, The Hardys, The Hardy Boyz, are officially in WWE’s 2K26.”

For longtime fans of the franchise, this is a significant moment. Matt Hardy has not appeared in a WWE 2K title since WWE 2K20, and Jeff Hardy’s last appearance was in WWE 2K22 marking a gap of six and four years respectively. This will also be the first time both brothers have appeared together as a tag team in the same WWE 2K game in several years.

This guide covers everything you need to know: whether they are in the base game, how the Ringside Pass works, how to unlock the Hardy Boyz step by step, which game editions already include them, how to farm RXP efficiently, and a full breakdown of what to expect from Season 4.

Are the Hardy Boyz in the WWE 2K26 Base Roster?

No. The Hardy Boyz are not part of the WWE 2K26 base roster. This is one of the most common questions being searched right now, and the answer is a definitive no. When you launch WWE 2K26 on March 13, 2026 and browse the roster, you will not find Matt Hardy or Jeff Hardy available to play.

Their inclusion in the game is tied entirely to the Ringside Pass Season 4 DLC, which releases separately in July 2026. If you purchased the standard edition of the game without any special edition upgrade or seasonal pass, you will need to purchase Season 4 separately when it becomes available.

This distinction matters because some fans assumed the Hardy Boyz announcement meant they were included at launch. That is not the case.

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When Do the Hardy Boyz Release in WWE 2K26?

The Hardy Boyz are unlocked in WWE 2K26 via the Season 4 Ringside Pass, which will be released in July 2026. Purchase for $9.99 or buy the Attitude Era/Monday Night War Edition. Both will unlock in the first 20 tiers by earning RXP.

For reference, the full Ringside Pass release schedule across all six seasons is as follows:

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What Is the Ringside Pass in WWE 2K26?

The Ringside Pass is WWE 2K26’s version of a battle pass system a significant departure from the traditional DLC model used in previous entries of the franchise. Rather than releasing character packs that players could purchase and immediately access, 2K has introduced a tiered progression system where content is unlocked through gameplay.

Here is how it works in practical terms:

The Ringside Pass features 40 tiers with a Free Track and a Premium Track running simultaneously. Both tracks are unlocked in parallel — meaning if you reach Tier 10, you earn the rewards from both tracks at the same time, provided you have purchased the premium version.

In total, each Ringside Pass season contains 120 rewards across both tracks 60 on the free side and 60 on the premium side. Content includes playable superstars, personas, arenas, championships, CAS (Create-A-Superstar) parts, VC (Virtual Currency), MyFACTION packs, and Island banners.

The key points to understand:

• The Free Track is accessible to all players at no additional cost and includes WWE Legends, VC, and MyFACTION content.
• The Premium Track requires purchasing the Ringside Premium Pass (approximately $9.99 per season) and contains all new DLC superstars, arenas, personas, and cosmetic items.
• DLC superstars such as the Hardy Boyz are locked to the Premium Track only they cannot be unlocked through the free tier.
• Seasons do not expire. If you have not completed Season 3 when Season 4 launches, you can still go back and finish it at any time.
• RXP is required to progress through tiers. You collect it by playing matches in nearly all game modes while connected to the internet.

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How to Unlock the Hardy Boyz in WWE 2K26 — Step by Step

Follow these steps to unlock Matt and Jeff Hardy once Season 4 goes live in July 2026:

Step 1 – Verify Your Edition or Purchase Season 4
Step 2 – Wait for Season 4 to Go Live (July 2026)
Step 3 – Activate the Season 4 Ringside Pass
Step 4 – Earn RXP to Unlock All Hardy Boyz
Step 5 – Claim Both Superstars from the Pass Menu

As you reach the relevant tiers, visit the Ringside Pass menu and claim your rewards. Both Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy will then become available across all applicable game modes.

Which WWE 2K26 Edition Already Includes the Hardy Boyz?

Before purchasing Season 4 separately, check which edition of the game you already own. Two editions include Season 4 as part of their package:

If you own the Attitude Era Edition, Ringside Pass Premium Seasons 1 through 4 are already included. This means the Hardy Boyz will unlock for you in July 2026 without any additional cost.

With the Monday Night War Edition, you’ll get all six seasons, making it the ultimate version with all year’s scheduled DLC superstars.

If you own the King of Kings Edition, you only received Season 1 (which covers the AAA Lucha Libre superstars). You will need to purchase Seasons 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 individually if you want the full roster.

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RXP Best Modes Ranked

Each Ringside Pass tier requires 800 RXP. A standard match earns approximately 110 RXP. To unlock all 40 tiers from scratch, you would need roughly 290 matches which across a seven-week season works out to approximately six matches per day.

The goal is to reduce that number by taking advantage of bonus RXP sources.

RXP Mode Rankings

Victories earn more RXP than losses across all eligible modes. Even a small differential adds up over hundreds of matches throughout the season.

Frequently Asked Questions