Developer Steel City Interactive has sparked speculation about Ryan Garcia's return to Undisputed, the acclaimed boxing simulation game. The controversial fighter was removed from Undisputed just before its official launch, following his expulsion from the World Boxing Council due to offensive social media posts in July 2024. This came after Garcia's April 2024 suspension for testing positive on a banned substance test, though he's scheduled to return to the ring against Rolando Romero on May 2.

On October 3, Steel City Interactive confirmed Garcia's removal from Undisputed, aligning with the WBC's disciplinary action. While Garcia remains barred from WBC-sanctioned titles, his overall boxing suspension has ended, clearing his path back to professional competition.

With Garcia now cleared by the New York State Athletic Commission, evidence suggests his digital counterpart might be making a comeback too. Steel City Interactive recently posted a teaser featuring a boxer's silhouette on their official Twitter account, fueling speculation among fans. While unconfirmed, the timing suggests Garcia's reinstatement might coincide with his May 2 fight against Romero.

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While Undisputed boasts an impressive roster including legends like Muhammad Ali and current champions like Canelo Alvarez, notable absences remain. Boxing icons such as Mike Tyson and active stars like Anthony Joshua have yet to join the game's lineup.

Since launch, Steel City has released several fighter DLC packs, including the controversial addition of internet personality Jake Paul. The most recent 'Iron and Steel' DLC introduced the Klitschko brothers and other heavyweight legends, though it received mixed reactions from the community.

The DLC release sparked debate among players, with many criticizing the focus on paid content over addressing ongoing gameplay issues. Players have reported problems with punch tracking, network desync, and various bugs that continue to affect the boxing simulation experience.

As the gaming community awaits official confirmation about Garcia's status in Undisputed, the potential return adds another layer of intrigue to both the virtual and real-world boxing landscapes. Whether this signals a full rehabilitation of Garcia's image or simply reflects his renewed boxing eligibility remains to be seen.