[Pyro™]

I'm starting this right now because the SmackDown! vs Raw 2008 info is starting to pop up and this will tidy up the section by sticking everything in one thread.

If you want to stick info from another thread in this thread, you better do it soon because all other threads on SVR 2008 will be removed within 24 hours.

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Fail and Diesel present..

Smackdown Vs Raw 2008.. featuring ECW

OFFICIAL BOXART



RELEASE DATES

USA - November 13, 2007
Australia - November 15th, 2007
Europe - November 8th, 2007

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Playables In WWE 24/7 Mode

1. Batista
2. Carlito
3. Chavo Guerrero
4. Chris Masters
5. Edge
6. Jeff Hardy
7. John Cena
8. Johnny Nitro
9. Kane
10. King Booker
11. Matt Hardy
12. Mr. Kennedy
13. Randy Orton
14. Rey Mysterio
15. Ric Flair
16. Shawn Michaels
17. Triple H
18. Undertaker
19. William Regal

[Diez]

Well let's get some basic background info on the game to start off.

THQ is expanding its wrestling horizons. Expected to formally announce WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 tomorrow, the Southern California-based publisher has confirmed with IGN that the series will be playable on more platforms than ever.

In addition to the PlayStation 2, Sony PSP, and Xbox 360 systems on which it has already appeared, the next iteration of SmackDown will also debut on the PlayStation 3, Wii, and Nintendo DS this fall.

In years previous, Nintendo had typically received original GameCube and Game Boy-specific WWE titles instead of the SmackDown franchise, while the Xbox console had the same type of arrangement until 2006 (when SVR moved over). A PlayStation 3 version of last year's WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 was in development at some point, but was ultimately cancelled due to undisclosed reasons.

Triple H may be injured, but that doesn't stop him in the videogame world.
"We are extremely pleased with the success of the SmackDown vs. Raw franchise and its continued growth to a widespread audience, particularly in our European markets," said Bob Aniello, senior vice president, worldwide marketing, THQ. "With the addition of fresh, innovative game play on the Wii, the tremendous capabilities of the PlayStation 3 system and unique handheld experiences for Nintendo DS and wireless devices, gamers can now truly live the life of a WWE Superstar and choose from numerous ways to play."

In addition to confirmation that the game is coming, THQ has also revealed the first few gameplay details. At the top of the feature list is the inclusion of eight "Superstar Fighting Styles" that differentiates wrestlers from one another. Another key addition is the new "Struggle Submission System" that gives users analog grappling control and the ability to adjust how much pressure their holds have.

The inclusion of ECW arenas, weapons, and superstars have also been verified, as have new rosters, more environmental hotspots, a combined Season and General Manager mode, and touch screen control for the DS version.

For more on WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008, follow the link below for our interview with THQ Creative Manager Cory Ledesma. The first screenshots can be found on our media gallery below.

And the screens, can be found here.

http://media.ps3.ign.com/media/844/844743/imgs_1.html

[wG!]

I love the idea that the conchairto is in the game. Any thoughts on who will be on the cover?

[Pyro™]

Probably Batista and Lashley will be on the left and right with Cena in the middle. That's the most logical assumption I guess as they've been the champs the most over the past while. I don't care if they put Deuce and Domino on the cover as long as it's the same game. ~_~

[Diez]

I imagine something with Cena, HBK, Undertaker, and Trips. Of course, that's me just taking a wild stab at it. I actually have no clue.

A random note, let me just say that I'm so fuckin' glad that they realized this year that the commentary needed a lot of work. To me, that was the number 2 major thing that they needed to improve on. Right behind some certain match improvements.

I'm also glad to hear that they're doing some crap with the animations, and that we can expect a lot of new animations.

[wG!]

The game cover will be good, if they don't include any divas on it. Seriously.

SvR07 commentary was just horrible. It'll be great seeing that they're gonna improve it.

[Pyro™]

Let's hope when Austin hits a Stunner, it's not a chair shot. Shit, commentary was EMBARASSING last year. Not only was it repetitive as hell, but they miscalled about HALF of the finishing moves as other moves. I was shocked.

Didn't they say they were re-animating the entire set of moves this year?

[Diez]

Originally Posted by Pyro™

Let's hope when Austin hits a Stunner, it's not a chair shot. Shit, commentary was EMBARASSING last year. Not only was it repetitive as hell, but they miscalled about HALF of the finishing moves as other moves. I was shocked.

Didn't they say they were re-animating the entire set of moves this year?

I can't remember them saying that, actually.

Of course I could've missed it, but I just don't remember reading that. Anyone feel like providing some linkage, that confirms that fact?

[Sargey]

I haven't heard about that, but it would be good if they did (especially the RKO...in 07 it looks so odd )

[wG!]

Same.

Just came up with the new submission struggle system.

The new Struggle Submission System will play like a cat-and-mouse game, Ledesma said. Rather than have both players sit there while an animation of a figure-four leglock begins, the new system will have both players managing how their character acts during the battle. Using the analog stick, the player performing the move can move the joystick ever-so slightly to add just a little bit of pressure but make a long hold or wrench back on the stick to make the pressure go through the roof during a short hold.