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After seven years, WWE 2K18 now functions properly on a Nintendo Switch, specifically the Nintendo Switch 2. WWE 2K18 was released in 2017, marking the return of WWE games to Nintendo platforms after a four-year hiatus from releasing games on these platforms. Unfortunately, WWE 2K18 had massive performance issues on Nintendo Switch, rendering the game essentially unplayable. That has all changed thanks to the upgraded hardware of the Nintendo Switch 2. Many YouTube content creators have uploaded footage comparing the performance of the video game between platforms, showing that it actually runs as orignally intended on Nintendo's latest console. Fans can find an example of side-by-side comparisons courtesy of RGT 85. 2K Games has already confirmed that the WWE 2K franchise will be returning on the Nintendo Switch 2. Learn more about that here. Fightful Gaming will keep you up-to-date with the latest wrestling video game news. Also, check us out on Twitch for video game streams and more.

Bayley is back with a vengeance. Bayley returned on the June 9 episode of WWE Raw by attacking Becky Lynch. This act was revenge after the new WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion confessed to assaulting Bayley before WWE WrestleMania 41, which resulted in Bayley being replaced by Lynch alongside Lyra Valkyria at WrestleMania 41 Sunday, allowing them to win the WWE Women's Tag Team Titles. Becky managed to get away from Bayley during the attack on June 9 before being planted with Bayley's finisher. Becky and Bayley have a long history together as two of the Four Horsewomen of WWE, but now, Bayley is looking to make Becky Lynch her bitch, as she proclaimed on X. Gonna make The Man my bitch #WWERaw — Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) June 10, 2025 Becky Lynch once turned on Bayley early in their NXT careers. Bayley would return the favor by turning heel for the first time, betraying Becky in 2019. Now, the cycle repeats, but as they head into these upcoming matches, whenever they occur, Bayley is once again the beloved fan favorite. Fans can find Fightful's coverage of WWE Raw by clicking here. Check out the post-show podcast for a full review here.

Metro Boomin wants to record Ron Killings' new theme song. When Ron Killings, aka R-Truth, returned at WWE Money in the Bank, Metro Boomin proclaimed that he shed a tear. Now, he wants to be instrumental in this next chapter of Killings' career, taking to X to say that he wants to help craft a new theme song for the former NWA World's Heavyweight Champion. In his post on X, he even tagged Triple H and WWE and said, "I beg." Please let’s do the new @RonKillings theme @WWE @TripleH I beg — Metro Boomin (@MetroBoomin) June 10, 2025 Fightful Select has more details on R-Truth's WWE return. In recent months, Metro has expressed his desire to create themes for WWE Superstars. On the June 9 episode of WWE Raw, R-Truth announced that he would be using his real name from now on. Additionally, he changed his hairstyle, which had been a defining feature of his character for years. Find out more here.

JBL comments on the return of Ron Killings to WWE. For about one week, it was believed that WWE wrestling fans had seen the last of R-Truth in WWE. Truth shared on June 1 that his WWE contract would not be renewed, but after a week of support and love from not only wrestling fans but also his peers, Truth returned at WWE Money in the Bank, attacking John Cena in the main event. John Bradshaw Layfield had previously called Truth's departure a bizarre decision by WWE, and now, on the latest episode of Something to Wrestle, JBL is reflecting on how happy he is to see him back. "I was very surprised to see it, but I was very happy to see it. I don't know what happened. People are debating whether the whole thing was a work or not. It sounds like it wasn't. I couldn't care less. I know it's fun to debate, is it a work? Did they have the whole thing planned? I really don't care. I think it's fun. You know, he was gone. Fans said they wanted him back. He comes back, gets this huge ovation. I'm glad he's back. Sounds like he signed a great deal. I'm very happy for him. He belongs there. I mean, he's one of the best characters WWE has had in the last 30 years," he said. During a press conference following WWE Money in the Bank, Triple H said that Truth's return was "all part of the show." JBL says he appreciates that Triple H tried to keep some of the intrigue and mystery alive. However, he ultimately feels that the press conferences are a no-win situation because of the constant shifting back and forth between in-character responses and those based in reality. "I think those press conferences are horrible. I hate them because there's no way to win with those things, because you want to either stay in character or not stay in character. It's hard to do both. It's hard to work and then also shoot on those things. I don't get the press conferences." Ultimately, JBL is pleased that Ron Killings is receiving his recognition and the opportunity to understand how much he means to the wrestling industry while he is still an active competitor. "This is the 17th year [Killings has consistently been a WWE roster member]. You wonder, 'Do people like my character? Is it worth it?' All of a sudden, something happens, and the whole world comes out and vouches for you, and the fans are chanting, 'We want Truth.' I mean, that's pretty cool to have that happen. Not many guys get to understand how much they are loved and appreciated while they're doing the job. Truth got that. That's pretty cool." R-Truth appeared on the June 9 episode of WWE Raw and officially declared that he would be using his real name moving forward. He also cut off his hair, which had been a signature look of the character for years. Learn more here. Fightful Select has much more information regarding Truth's near departure and subsequent return to WWE. Subscribe today for early access to breaking news and more. If the quote in this article is used, please credit the original source with an H/T to Fightful for the transcription.

Mick Foley praises the creativity of W*ING Kanemura. During a Q&A session at GalaxyCon Oklahoma City, WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley was asked about the best wrestlers he's worked with in terms of creativity. Foley praised Shawn Michaels for how well their styles gelled together, but also put over W*ING Kanemura for how many good ideas he had when they wrestled each other in Japan. Mick Foley would say that Kanemura had so many good ideas that he wouldn't feel the need to add his input. "Shawn Michaels and I did some really creative stuff in Mind Games 1996, and our styles blended seamlessly, even though they were very different. He let me come up with some of the weird stuff on that one, and we just put it together. It was our first singles match, and it was one of the best matches I've ever had. "Also, there's a guy named W*ING Kanemura who wrestled for FMW in Japan, and I have to tell you, he had so many great ideas when I showed up in Japan that I just said, 'Sounds good to me,' and had zero input that match maybe for the first time in a long time because I like to have input. But if somebody's stuff is really good, yeah, I'll do it. It's just like if I do a TV show or a small movie. If the dialogue is good, I don't feel the need to rewrite it." Mick Foley was recently quoted as saying that one of the biggest regrets of his career was not working a long-term singles program with either Shawn Michaels or Bret Hart. Read those comments here. Foley doesn't name him here, but he has said that his match with Randy Orton at WWE Backlash 2004 is his favorite match of his career. Read those comments here. Should you use any of the above quotes, please credit the original source and link back to this article, giving Fightful credit for the transcription.

Uso is grateful that his son got to experience the ride with him. After 52 days as World Heavyweight Champion, Jey Uso's reign came to an end on the June 9th WWE Raw in Phoenix, Arizona. In the main event, Uso was choked out by GUNTHER, who is now a two-time World Heavyweight Champion. After the show, Uso, joined in the ring by his son, spoke to the crowd (via @Heyyitsrenaee on X). He's grateful his son got to be on the road with him this past weekend. Uso also gave props to GUNTHER and said they will run it back. “Ladies and gentlemen, this is my youngest son, Jace. I’m so happy -- I brought him on the road with me this weekend. Y’all seen him a couple of times on videos with me. Even though I lost, I’m so glad he was here with me, traveling the road with me. I really wanna say I’m sorry to my son. I’m sorry to everybody here. I fought my ass off. GUNTHER is that dude. One of the best athletes, one of the best pros I ever stepped foot in the ring with. At the end of the night, I got hella respect for that man, so give it up for GUNTHER. But I’ma run it back. I’ma run it back. Aye Phoenix, y’all are lit. When I come out and do my entrance, I can feel the vibe in every other city. Aye, tonight though, tonight, y’all was turnt up. I wish everyone could experience what we get to experience back there, like walking through these curtains. I’m very, very blessed, man. I stay humble in front of y’all. I love what I do, I don’t ever take this for granted, all right? I love all of y’all. Parents, appreciate y’all’s hard work, spending money to bring y’all’s loved ones to a show. Kids, aye kids, real talk, tell your parents you love them, right? Listen to ‘em. Something simple as picking up after yourself means a lot. You feel me? You all heard me say this a couple of times because I got kids. Pick up after yourself, say your prayers, wash y’all’s ass when it’s bedtime, don’t get no attitude, brush y’all teeth, you know what I’m saying? Did you brush your teeth this morning? Okay, well, good. Real talk, love y’all. One time for the one time. Four letters…” Uso had one successful defense of the World Title. He defeated Logan Paul at Saturday Night's Main Event. His first defense was against Seth Rollins and Rollins won via disqualification. If the quote in this article is used, please credit the original source with an H/T to Fightful for the transcription.

Corey Graves is grateful for the opportunity to call WWE x AAA Worlds Collide. Corey Graves, alongside Lucha Libre legend and former WCW United States champion Konnan, called the action for WWE x AAA Worlds Collide on June 7. Reflecting on his experience on X, Graves said that he was starting to lose passion before the opportunity, and was not only grateful for the chance to call the event, but also for the reminder that a rough patch doesn't have to be the end. Sometimes, you run low on passion. But then, something like this weekend happens. Gracias por permitirme entrar en tu mundo, @luchalibreaaa. I only wanted to do your culture & business proud. Thank you to @Konnan5150 for dropping the important knowledge and being a genuinely first class human being. He loves this more than any of us will ever understand. Can’t wait until the next one. Thanks to you guys, for reminding me that a rough patch isn’t the end of the road. Pro Wrestling Sometimes, you run low on passion. But then, something like this weekend happens. Gracias por permitirme entrar en tu mundo, @luchalibreaaa. I only wanted to do your culture & business proud. Thank you to @Konnan5150 for dropping the important knowledge and being a genuinely… — Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) June 10, 2025 The event is currently labeled as the most-watched live stream in WWE YouTube history. Learn more here. Check out event results here.

Dr. Colker and his practice suit are targeting the firm and Ann Callis. Physician and celebrity doctor Carlon M. Colker and his practice are seeking a default win in Connecticut federal court. Per a motion (via Law360), they are looking for a victory against an alleged nonresponsive law firm over comments a partner made amid a discovery dispute that is connected to former WWE employee Janel Grant's sex trafficking lawsuit against WWE and Vince McMahon. Colker and Greenwich-based Peak Wellness Inc. are motioning for a clerk's default, which is when a court clerk officially records that a defendant has failed to respond or participate in the case within a specific timeframe. Colker and his practice are saying that Holland Law Firm LLC has yet to respond to their complaint from May 2nd or anything else, despite being notified about it. The suit is targeting the firm and attorney Ann Callis, who is representing Janel Grant in her suit against WWE, Vince McMahon, and formerly John Laurinaitis. Laurinaitis was dropped from the suit after agreeing to cooperate and provide evidence against Vince and WWE. It is alleged that Callis made defamatory comments during an October 2024 press conference. Colker and Peak Wellness Inc. claim Callis accused them of not sticking to medical and ethical standards while treating Janel Grant. Per Grant's suit, she went to Colker for help with physical and emotional damage that was done by Vince McMahon. She noted that McMahon and WWE paid tens of thousands in medical expenses. On the same day that Holland Law Firm was notified about Colker and Peak Wellness' complaint, Connecticut Superior Court Judge Colleen Zingaro denied a motion to dismiss Grant's suit for a bill of discovery. The judge learned that she established that the information she was seeking may support state-level causes of action against Colker and Peak Wellness, including various conspiracy counts and actively helping commit fraudulent acts. During the aforementioned press conference in October 2024, Callis said Colker instructed Grant to take "mystery pills" and provided her with treatments of "unknown contents." Those were remarks that Colker and his practice called "demonstrably false." Here's a passage from their suit: Since issuing her false, malicious, and defamatory statements, numerous media outlets and public figures have amplified Callis's statements, significantly exacerbating the damage to plaintiffs' reputations. Callis's false statements have been viewed, shared, and discussed by millions of individuals worldwide, including prospective patients, professional colleagues, and potential jurors. Law 360 reached out to representation for Colker/Peak Wellness and reps for Holland Law firm, but neither responded. Colker and Peak Wellness are represented by Dennis M. Durao of Karsten & Tallberg LLC, and Alejandro Brito and Lara Juliette Fernandez of Brito PLLC.

Two new segments have been announced for the June 12 episode of TNA iMPACT! TNA Wrestling announced on X that TNA International Champion Steve Maclin will be featured on the next episode of TNA iMPACT! He will be "sounding off" after defeating Mance Warner to retain his championship at TNA Against All Odds. Additionally, they have confirmed that Jason Hotch will compete against Leon Slater in X-Division action. TNA International Champion @SteveMaclin sounds off THURSDAY at 8/7c on AXS TV in the US, Sportsnet 360 in Canada and TNA+ worldwide after successfully retaining against @ManceWarner at #TNAAgainstAllOdds. #TNAiMPACT pic.twitter.com/CupNhxs4Ju — TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) June 10, 2025 Two of the X-Division's brightest face off as @TheJasonHotch takes on @LEONSLATER_ THURSDAY at 8/7c on AXS TV in the US, Sportsnet 360 in Canada and TNA+ worldwide. #TNAiMPACT pic.twitter.com/BuBYCOwYmN — TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) June 9, 2025 This joins the previously announced return to the ring for The IInspiration's Jess McKay and Cassie Lee. Check out the full card below: TNA iMPACT! (6/12) The IInspiration (Cassie Lee & Jess McKay) in action Steve Maclin set to appear Jason Hotch vs. Leon Slater Fightful has live coverage of TNA iMPACT! on AXS and TNA+ every Thursday. We also have a podcast that breaks down all the action after the show airs on our YouTube channel

And new. Following his tag team win over Logan Paul and John Cena at WWE Money In The Bank, Jey Uso had a tough task on Monday’s episode of Raw, as he once again squared off with Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. This was Gunther's rematch after losing the belt to Uso at WrestleMania 41. After a lengthy main event bout, Gunther and Uso traded sleeper holds for an extended period of time, allowing 'The Ring General' to eventually make Uso pass out with the submission. GUNTHER DOES IT! -- Jey Uso has been dethroned by the Ring General. -- pic.twitter.com/LZRYohaIcp — WWE (@WWE) June 10, 2025 Gunther ended the show by celebrating with the belt as Uso and his son sat in defeat at ringside. With the loss, Uso's title reign comes to an end at the 52 day mark. Throughout his stint with the title, Uso defended the belt against names like Seth Rollins and Logan Paul. Fans can stay up-to-date with Fightful’s coverage of WWE Raw by clicking here. After the conclusion of the show, head over to our YouTube channel to catch a full review of all the action.