Sequel to Here Comes the Pain. Six-person simultaneous play once again returns so that would-be wrestlers can make the most of a pair of Multi-tap peripherals and every single one of 2003's game modes have returned to action too. Match types include Hell in the Cell, Slobber Knocker, Table Matches, First Blood, and the brand-new Parking Lot Brawl mode.

Visually the game has been given a boost too. Character models and attire in particular have a lot more detail than they did before, with a continued emphasis on facial recreation and animation.

Old-school fans should also be pleased to know that legends have been reinstated for the roster as well, with a stronger focus on big name stars and classic personalities, including John Cena, Randy Orton, Booker T, Ric Flair, Batista, Triple H, Chris Jericho, Rico, and Charlie Haas.

- Superstar Voice Over and commentary. The heart of the SmackDown! series is the season/story mode. Prepare for the evolution of the SmackDown! season mode with the addition of authentic Superstar VO and commentary
- Innovative gameplay mechanics. 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
- Situational Challenges. Make HBK tap out in the Sharp shooter, vanquish Triple H in a cage match, defeat all of the legends with the legend killer Randy Orton, these are just a few of the 60 challenges that await
- Fight Dirty or Fair. This will give players the opportunity to choose if they want to fight dirty or win over the crowd. This system will add more excitement, strategy and personality to each match
- Sex appeal. New enhancements to the bra and panties match so it plays and looks like a real WWE bra and panty match