Brock Lesnar Signs New Deal with WWE, Will Appear in WWE Video Game

Brock Lesnar will be making his return to the squared circle. 

According to TMZ.com, the former WWE superstar has signed a new deal with World Wrestling Entertainment that will feature him in an upcoming video game, "WWE:12". The deal will reportedly see him as a "featured star" in the upcoming game.

TMZ.com also reports that developers for the game approached Lesnar in January and asked for his permission to use his likeness for the game and advertising campaign. 

Lesnar agreed to the offer, however he had to get permission from UFC President Dana White, who also agreed.  

"I love WWE and I have nothing but love for Vince McMahon -- I'm totally OK with Brock being in the game," White told TMZ.com.

Lesnar was an employee of the WWE for just two years before pursuing a career in the NFL and the UFC. Lesnar was a big draw for the WWE and brought a lot of mainstream success to the company. Lesnar would eventually make the transition to mixed martial arts and signed with the UFC in 2007, debuting for the company the following year. Since his debut Lesnar holds notable wins over Frank Mir and Randy Couture, and is a former UFC heavyweight champion.

TMZ.com confirmed the first commercial, which will feature Lesnar, is expected to be released today. 

Lesnar is expected to make his return to the Octagon later this year when he faces Alistair Overeem at UFC 140.