Wrestling Games

[vivisectvi]

Snuka looks like no one.

Yeah he looks wierd. I just wish it was someone more interesting like Yokozuna or even someone we've never had before like Barry Windham or IRS. I'm still crossing my fingers that we have Savage and Warrior on this list this year! I plan to have an epic three way feud between Savage, Roberts & Warrior if that roster wish is fulfilled!

 

[MillenniumMan831]

Will these legends be available from the get go or will you have to accomplish a bunch of challenges to unlock them? Hopefully, they can be unlocked with codes.

 

[vivisectvi]

Probably both - codes and/or challenges. I think they did that in previous years.

 

[Danville_Wrestling]

I'd love IRS to be a Legend, but I'd settle for Yoko too.

 

[Sabre]

Funk needs a mini game of how many times can you retire before the clock runs out.

 

[KOAB]

Hopefully Dennis Stamp is in as Funk's manager like Hornswoggle for Mr. Finlay.

 

[DrVenkman PhD]

No PSP for Jake Roberts this year!

 

[Vigo]

I'm thinking of buying it this year but have two concerns.

1. The whole create-a-wrestler attribute thing. I want confirmation that I can assign how many points I want to them right off the bat.

2. When you download a created wrestler you should be able to change things like their theme. It shouldn't let you reupload it but you should be able to make changes for your own personal use.

 

[vivisectvi]

1. From what I understand, that's what they've said.

2. Also confirmed.

 

[vivisectvi]

This site should give you all the info you need: http://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/svr2011.php?section=info

 

[BorneAgain]

Huh, don't know why Raven's a legend in this game or why he's Samoan, but its a nice surprise.

 

[DrVenkman PhD]

Notice the ECW "minitron" behind Funk. Pretty much guarantees that ECW is the locked brand we saw in the Universe Mode video.

Makes sense and probably the case, but it seems like it's just the ECW Arena stage being used in Funk's video.

Odd how Snuka gets introduced as a Hall of Famer but Funk doesn't.

 

[Mattdotcom]

Well, Snuka only murdered a woman while under contract whereas Funk once called Vince a "yankee bastard" so...

 

[HSJ]

Anyone picking up the AAA game? I'm interested, but not $60 interested.

 

[Baby Shoes]

Anyone picking up the AAA game? I'm interested, but not $60 interested.

That's the same way I feel. I'm hoping to snag it around $30 in a month or two hopefully. I haven't really heard a whole lot on it either so I am going to wait it out, maybe see if I can snag a free rental somewhere.

 

[KOAB]

it looks like the tna game only with mexicans

 

[vivisectvi]

I'm interested, but like you said, not $60 interested. I'll also wait until it's $30 or less.

 

[Baby Shoes]

it looks like the tna game only with mexicans

That's what I thought and I while I enjoyed the TNA game more than I thought/more than most, that game dropped in price so fast, I am guessing this one probably will too. GameStop tried to trick me by offering a La Parka mask as a pre-order gift but in a couple months I can probably still buy the game and a better quality La Parka mask for cheaper than doing the pre-order.

 

[Broward83]

Was it just me, or did Jake's intro music seem way softer than Snuka and Funk's?

 

[vivisectvi]

Smackdown vs Raw 2011: Yoshi Tatsu Entrance

Smackdown vs Raw 2011: Gail Kim Entrance

 

[vivisectvi]

German review but some good gameplay footage:

Smackdown vs Raw 2011: GamePro Review(German)

 

[MillenniumMan831]

http://espn.go.com/espn/thelife/videogames/blog/_/name/thegamer/id/5674231/thq-talks-smackdown-online-royal-rumbles-daniel-bryan?readmore=fullstory

Not a bad little article. Nothing terribly newsworthy but worth a peek.

 

[Baby Shoes]

Interesting article, although sad to find out we will not see more DLC than the ones already planned. I'm pumped for Barrett and Gabriel but much like in the wrestling folder, every other NXT/Nexus guy would be more interesting than Otunga.

 

[Mattdotcom]

You don't understand. David Otunga is married to in a relationship with Jennifer Hudson.

 

[DrVenkman PhD]

The Wade from this game they showed on Raw in the Bragging Rights match-up graphics looked a CAW model.

 

[vivisectvi]

Yeah I saw that too. Hopefully that's all it was.

 

[Haws Bah Gawd]

Glad 2 other people noticed that. I was thinking his character model looked an awful lot like a rushjob CAW.

 

[DrVenkman PhD]

In fact, looking at a screencap, his tattoo is clearly (I hope) something they threw together in CAW. I was just hoping that wasn't going to be his DLC game model.

 

[vivisectvi]

Yeah I'm betting you're right, Venk. Probably something they had to put together fast for promotional purposes.. I don't even think that DLC pack is due until around X-Mas to begin with.

I bet the CAWS.ws mutants are freaking out about this right now.

 

[vivisectvi]

Updates regarding DLC..

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Oct 12, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced details surrounding the new downloadable content purchase program for WWE® SmackDown® vs. Raw® 2011, the forthcoming simulation-based experience from the company's World Wrestling Entertainment® videogame portfolio. Fan Axxess will enable WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 owners to obtain select downloadable content released throughout the life of the videogame for a one-time anticipated purchase cost of 800 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE® for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft or $9.99 on PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

The downloadable content will include a number of playable WWE Legends, WWE Superstars and WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, playable arenas, a WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer, instant access to all unlockable content and an in-game badge to recognize the videogame's biggest supporters.

"The Fan Axxess program for WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 offers consumers a very attractive value proposition to significantly enhance the virtual WWE experience," said Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President, Core Games, THQ. "We have some of the most passionate fans in the industry, and we are pleased to offer them an opportunity to access premium gameplay content, customization features and recognition for their loyalty for one price point." About WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 -- Fan Axxess Elements The first downloadable content package for Fan Axxess, currently scheduled for release this holiday season, will include WWE Legends British Bulldog and Lex Luger; WWE Superstars Wade Barrett™, David Otunga™ and Justin Gabriel™; WWE Diva Layla®; alternate ring gear for WWE Superstars Shawn Michaels® and Shad®; and a playable WWE NXT™ arena. The downloadable content package will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 560 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $6.99 on PlayStation Network.

The second downloadable content package for Fan Axxess, currently scheduled for release in early 2011, will include alternate ring gear for WWE Superstars John Cena®, Undertaker® and CM Punk®, as well as a playable WCW® arena. The downloadable content package will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 240 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $2.99 on PlayStation Network.

The WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer will enable players to determine the overall rankings and attribute levels of every WWE Legend, WWE Superstar and WWE Diva in WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011. While the videogame will ship to retail outlets with pre-established in-game Superstar ratings, this feature will give players even greater customization freedom to define their own personalized visions of WWE. The WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 80 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $0.99 on PlayStation Network.

Players will also be able to quickly access more than 60 unlockable items in WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011, including playable WWE Legends, WWE Superstars and WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, playable arenas, WWE Championships and more. Instant access to all unlockable content will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 80 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $0.99 on PlayStation Network.

http://www.cnbc.com/id/39627182

That's right! WCW arena in pack #2! I hope it's the Nitro set!

Should note that new copies of the game come with a code for what is essentially DLC pack #0: Chris Masters and alternate attires for Kelly Kelly & Rey.