SvR 2008 Demo coming to Xbox live 15 October

[ALL STAR]

http://uk.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/smac...tml?sid=6180141

Thq Announces Playable Demo Availability and Pre-order Retail Incentives for WWE Smackdown Vs. Raw 2008

By THQ

Press Release -- This Content Was Not Created By GameSpot

Posted Oct 1, 2007 10:46 am PT

2007-10-01

WHAT: Beginning today, consumers who pre-order WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 at select retailers throughout North America will receive a copy of the official game demo. By pre-ordering the game, consumers can also take advantage of retail exclusive gift-with-purchase promotions. The game demo will also be available via Xbox Live Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft beginning October 15.

THE DEMO: The WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 playable demo for Xbox Live Marketplace will allow players to experience exhibition match play using the RAW, SmackDown and ECW arenas. Superstars Rey Mysterio, Bobby Lashley, Undertaker and Randy Orton are available for battle in either single player or two-player, head-to-head gameplay. Throughout the demo, players can sample several of the game's new features, including Superstar Fighting Styles and the Struggle Submission System.

THE GAME: WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3, PlayStation 2 and PSP system will let players take the fight into their own hands with the debut of eight Superstar Fighting Styles. Each fighting style has its own unique strategy with exclusive moves and abilities. A brand new Struggle Submission System gives players intuitive and natural control over their WWE Superstars using the analog sticks. Realism and strategy are at the forefront, as players can now control the amount of pressure they apply. WWE 24/7 Mode, which combines the popular Season and General Manager modes, embraces the intensity of the Superstar lifestyle. Multiple character development options, stat tracking and career goals will guide players toward the ultimate achievement of becoming a WWE Legend. In addition, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 includes numerous fan-requested updates, including new rosters, more environmental hotspots, improved out-of-ring action and much more.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 for the Wii features unique controls and gameplay created specifically for the platform, resulting in quick response times and a more arcade feel. Ultimate control is taken to the next level, as players can act out slam, strikes, taunts and finishers as they take place on screen.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 for the Nintendo DS lets players directly control a Superstar's action with the stylus, while situation-based fighting includes over 80 unique holds for a variety of strategic options. Players can also experience a full year of WWE action, storylines and drama in WWE Season Mode.

Edited October 1, 2007 by ALL STAR

[TheHitmanPK]

yeah just picked this up today. Plays good. The fighting styles are hard to adjust as well as the once again tweaked controls. Like Y being finisher and B being irish whip feels weird. I'm still not sure how the fighting style moves work. Its like the same as saving a finisher I think. And anyone wondering the retail demo is only for the 360 version.

[The Don]

Looks like I'm callin EB and seeing if they have the demo.

[crunk]

Sweet.. any more things you you like/dislike when you played it?

[TheHitmanPK]

well I do certainly like the new RKO, but so far my only complaint is just adjusting to the fighting styles. The way you do the special moves differ from each style. Like the Dirty guy fucking with the ref you just go to him and press A. To do a dirty finisher now you must store your fighting style (not finisher) and push RB + Y. I'm pretty sure you can't store finishers anymore. You can only do them when your momentum is up. But back to fighting styles. When I used Rey on the demo he was High-flyer of course. This fight style seems to only have a special springboard attack (in addition to the older) Like you simply lean into ropes with the Left thumbstick and press A then Rey does a Phoenix Splash. Tried to do a move there with Orton and nothing happens. I just haven't played it enough, but it shouldn't take too long to get used to. And another thing I noticed is the regular strong grapples have changed. You can still do RB + RS UP then do four moves from there and RB + RS Down and four moves from there, but RB + Left/Right go straight to an Interactive move (Chokeslam, suplex, etc.) Not sure if that grapple explanation made sense or not, but I still need to play it some more.

[Sunny]

Sweet, found some new information for PS3 owners.

THQ has dropped word that wrestling fans eager to get going on the ring early can now get their hands on a playable demo for the upcoming WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 by preordering the game at select retailers throughout North America. For those still undecided on whether or not to plunk down 60 bucks on the latest iteration, the said demo will also be released on the Playstation Network on October 15th.

Whichever way you choose to get it, the demo is said to feature an exhibition mode and a two-player competitive mode, with the Raw, SmackDown, and ECW arenas available to wrestle in. Playing as Rey Mysterio, Bobby Lashey, Undertaker, or Randy Orton, fans will also get the chance to sample some of the new features, such as Superstar Fighting Styles and the Struggle Submission System.

[Subrick]

Thankfully Cena isn't one of the choices.

[The Crow]

I agree with subrick

Edited October 8, 2007 by JeffHardyFan1223

[Smacktalks]

Only 7 days till it's on Live, I'm looking forward to trying out Mysterio against Lashley to see how the different fighting styles work against each other.