WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2008
From THQ
From the most successful wrestling game series of all time comes the next phenom in sports entertainment, WWE Smackdown! vs. Raw. Two worlds will collide as the most elite Superstars square off on the Nintendo Wii. WWE programming comes to life with authentic Superstar Voice Over and commentary throughout the season mode An abundance of new gameplay mechanics give full control over all aspects of the game including new chop battles, submission reversals, match tactics and upgraded Royal Rumble controls. The Divas are hotter than ever with an enhanced Bra and Panties Match, and to polish off the robust roster, from the halls of immortality, come a handful of the most celebrated legens ever to lace up their boots. The influential Smackdown! Series has evolved into one single definitive experience that is WWE Smackdown! vs. Raw. Smackdown! vs. Raw will have all new gameplay mechanics including a chop battle, pre-match stare down, new grappling position, test of strength and submission reversal system. Make HBK tap out in the Sharp shoot, vanquish HHH in a cage match, defeat six legends with the legend-killer Randy Orton - these are just a few of the 60 challenges that await! Opportunity to choose if you want to fight dirty or win over the crowd, adding more strategy and personality to each match Outstanding graphics upgrade Improved Royal Rumble mechanics ESRB Rated T for Teen
Ok yes they took out quite a bit of the special matches and other options, but it doesnt take away the overall fun of this game. I haven't really played the predecessors too much however (the last Smackdown I owned was Here Comes the Pain) but the overall game play seems very similar. I will admit that the instruction booklet is no help about how to execute the moves, the biggest thing that makes it hard to figure out is how you move the wiimote and nunchuk will effect what move your wrestler executes. I had a lot of fun with this game, even though you feel the moveset is somewhat limited, using different combinations and direction (holding A, B or moving the Direction Stick has you whip the controller around causes the differences between punches and grapples).
Features
* The heart of the Smackdown! Series is the Season-Story mode with the addition of authentic Superstar VO and commentary.
* For the first time ever in a WWE game, fans can compete online in head-to-head action.
* New storylines with bigger double-crosses and over-the-top surprises.
* Create a Championship Belt and then set up your own PPV to defend it. Be careful - lose a match and lose your Championship, as it will transfer to the other player's memory card!
* New WWE Legends, including one of the all-time greats, Andre the Giant!
Wii - WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2008
