Mike Tyson returns to the ring in WWE '13

Mike Tyson will be a playable character in WWE ‘13, available to those who pre-order the game.

Following on from last year’s pre-order incentive, in which early buyers received a playable version of The Rock, THQ has announced the “baddest man on the planet” for this year’s title.

For those who are unaware, Tyson first made a WWE appearance in 1998, where he confronted Stone Cold Steve Austin in the superb ‘Attitude Era’. Since then, sporadic appearances alongside tag-team DX were culminated with his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame earlier this year.

”As one of the most dominant champions in boxing history and one of the most memorable guests to ever be featured on WWE programming, Mike Tyson led an incredible revolution that changed the way fans perceive the sport,” said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President, Global Brand Management, THQ.