: This was the first WWE game on PlayStation 2 to offer online capabilities, though it was limited to Singles and "Bra and Panties" matches . Legacy and Aesthetics
: Carried over and refined from previous entries, preventing lighter wrestlers from lifting heavyweights without significant effort . Key Game Modes wwe-smackdown-vs-raw
: The interface changes based on whether the player selects the Raw or SmackDown brand . : This was the first WWE game on
: Includes a "rope break" mechanic where a wrestler can sustain a submission until the referee's count of 5 . wwe-smackdown-vs-raw
: Features 2003-2004 era pay-per-view arenas and a roster of nearly 70 playable characters .
: Allows players to design their own belts and defend them in custom Pay-Per-Views (PPVs) .