A significant bug is plaguing WWE 2K25 players attempting to recreate the thrilling Royal Rumble experience.  WWE 2K25 boasts a wide array of match types, including the coveted Royal Rumble, a spectacle traditionally reserved for the January pay-per-view. Typically involving 30 superstars, the objective is to be the last competitor standing after throwing all opponents over the top rope. The victor typically earns a World Championship opportunity at WrestleMania, as seen with 2025 winners Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair.

The Royal Rumble has been a staple in WWE video games since 1993's WWF Royal Rumble on the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis, continuing through to the latest installment, WWE 2K25.  Winning the virtual Rumble presents a formidable challenge, mirroring the real-life struggle faced by WWE superstars. Those entering earlier in the match must endure a grueling marathon, strategically eliminating opponents one by one. However, a peculiar glitch is hindering some players, making victory in this grand battle royal virtually unattainable.

Recent reports highlight a frustrating issue affecting Royal Rumble matches in WWE 2K25's Universe Mode.  Players have described a scenario where participants inexplicably begin eliminating themselves, preventing new entrants and effectively bringing the match to a grinding halt. This glitch, confirmed by multiple users, has caused significant frustration and disrupted Universe Mode playthroughs.

While glitches are not uncommon in WWE games, the persistence of this Royal Rumble issue, even after recent updates, is surprising.  Some players suggest this problem also extends to other elimination-style matches, where the contest prematurely ends after the third elimination, regardless of remaining participants.  This isn't the only problem plaguing the game. Players have reported various other potentially game-breaking glitches in WWE 2K25, including peculiar spelling errors on Superstar attire, affecting wrestlers like AJ Styles and CM Punk.  The new Island Mode has also drawn criticism for its reliance on local save files, raising concerns about potential progress loss due to accidental deletion or file corruption.

Despite being one of the highest-rated WWE games in recent years, WWE 2K25 still faces several issues requiring attention from the development team.