Official WWE SmackDown vs RAW 2009 Discussion Thread

[JohnCenaFan28]

IGN.com has listed the following wrestlers for the SD! vs. RAW 2009 video game which is set to be out in November.

Triple H
Shawn Michaels
Batista
Rey Mysterio
John Morrison
The Miz
Chris Jericho
Jeff Hardy
Matt Hardy
Randy Orton
Mr. Kennedy
The Undertaker
John Cena

YAY! John Morrison and The Miz!

UPDATE:
Beth Phoenix is the next superstar to be added to the WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2009 video game. Santino Marella was announced yesterday. I’m unsure if there will be a Glamarella connection in the game though.

UPDATE:
- Both Cryme Tyme and Umaga are the latest names announced for the Smackdown Vs Raw 2009 video game.

[legolas4792]

no surprise except the pleasant surprise of miz and morrison hopefully they add more people though

[tommy]

You know that on top of that at least CM Punk and Edge will be added...

[Punisher]

nice some people that might be around when the game comes out

[Black Widow]

:o they actually put a tag team who are champs in the game

[Bad Boy]

well, u know THQ... they will cut out many of the imp guys just before the release...

[JohnCenaFan28]

The WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2009 video game will be the first in the series to feature a playable Inferno match. Not many details have been released about how the match will play out, although Playstation magazine says it will be “hot.” Well I’ll be blown!

Source: Wrestlezone

[Black Widow]

this belongs in Gamers Control. as does the tna one since the sd v raw 08 threads are in thread Gamers Control, but ill let admin decide

[JohnCenaFan28]

We have found some early screen shots of the upcoming Smackdown vs Raw 2009 video game which is due to hit stores this November. You can view the photos at http://ps3obsession.com/ps3images.php?gal=4

Source: Wrestlezone

[JohnCenaFan28]

The following is a press release from THQ:

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. - July 3, 2008 - THQ Inc. and JAKKS Pacific, Inc. today announced that World Wrestling Entertainment® Superstars Triple H and Shawn Michaels will be featured on the cover of WWE® SmackDown® vs. Raw® 2009. The accolade marks an unprecedented fifth time that fan-favorite Triple H has appeared on a cover for the leading fighting videogame franchise, while storied veteran Michaels will make his cover debut.

“Triple H and Shawn Michaels have made headlines over the years when they unite as the infamous ‘D-Generation X’ tag team in WWE programming,” said Cory Ledesma, senior creative manager, THQ. “We selected them for the cover as a means to celebrate the unprecedented level of tag team functionality we will deliver in WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009. Our tag team matches will allow players to experience the true task of working together, and our new Road to WrestleMania® Mode will feature the franchise's first co-op tag team storyline."

About WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 upholds the franchise’s commitment to delivering the definitive videogame simulation of live WWE programming. The Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, PlayStation 2 system and PSP system versions of the game will unleash a brand new tag team experience, allowing players to build momentum and attributes, eliminate opponents with high impact double teams and finishers, as well as get the “hot tag” for the win. The franchise’s renowned creation system offers a brand new Create-A-Finisher option, while a new Road to WrestleMania Mode paves the way to WWE’s biggest event of the year and lets players experience co-op storylines for the first time. WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 also extends the virtual WWE gameplay experience with robust online capabilities, including the highly anticipated debut of downloadable content.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 for Wii builds upon its inaugural offering by significantly expanding its match type options, giving players more ways to enjoy the platform’s unique pick-up-and-play experience. The game also takes full combat sports entertainment to the next level by giving players more Superstar control with interactive entrances and victory scenes. WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 for Wii will also include a wide variety of new weapons, the debut of online gameplay and much more.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 for Nintendo DS returns with new gameplay controls that utilize the stylus and D-pad to deliver a compelling handheld fighting game experience. The redesigned Season Mode takes a role-playing approach, allowing players to interact with Superstars, upgrade their abilities and complete missions on a quest toward legendary goals. In addition, a larger Superstar roster, new match types and the inclusion of Create-A-Superstar will provide players with a variety of intriguing options to enhance gameplay.

More information about WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 can be found at www.smackdownvsraw.com and www.thq.com.

Source: Wrestlezone

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