The next character coming to the mobile game is Andre Rene Roussimoff, better known as Andre the Giant. He was revealed today via a trailer in an exclusive story by ComicBook before being advertised on WWE Undefeated’s social media channels. Luckily, wrestling fans won’t have to wait long to try out the legendary French wrestler’s moves, as he will be available starting Friday, February 26.
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Also called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” Roussimoff died of a heart attack related to his lifelong medical condition, acromegaly, in 1993. He was known both for his high-profile status as a WWE wrestler and an actor, notably portraying Fezzik the giant in classic 1987 film The Princess Bride.
Andre the Giant’s likeness is still controlled by the licensing agent CMG Worldwide, according to his website. The group says it is “dedicated to maintaining and developing a positive brand image for our client.”
Fans of Andre the Giant only have to wait a few days before they get their hands on his powerhouse character in the WWE mobile game. Roussimoff is not the only high-profile sports icon whose likeness lives on in the realm of video games. Earlier this month it was revealed that MLB The Show 21 will have a Collector’s Edition featuring Jackie Robinson, the African American baseball player who broke the color barrier by playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
WWE Undefeated is available now on Android and iOS devices.
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Sources: ComicBook, WWE, Washington Post, Bleacher Report, Andre the Giant
