Game Details

Size1 GB
RegionUSA
GenreFighting /Wrestling
Format7z / ISO
YearDecember 13, 2005
ConsolePSP
WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW 2006 (2005) on the PlayStation Portable holds a special place in handheld gaming history as the debut entry of THQ's flagship wrestling series on the system. Developed by Yuke's and published by THQ, it set a high benchmark by delivering nearly 100% of the content found in the PlayStation 2 console version, complete with voice acting and dynamic grapple systems.


⚙️ Core Mechanics & Gameplay Features

Stamina & Momentum System: Introduces a realistic stamina meter that forces players to conserve energy during long matches. Blowing through stamina results in slow movements, resting animations, and vulnerability to counters.

Pre-Match Mini-Games: Features the Grapple Lock and Clean/Dirty Alignment systems. Building a "Clean" momentum bar unlocks instant, invulnerable comeback moves, while a "Dirty" bar enables low blows and dirty leverage pins.

Full Season Mode: Experience an expansive, fully voiced storyline across both the RAW and SmackDown! brands, including backstage politics, title hunts, and pay-per-view main events.

PSP-Exclusive Features:

🎯 Exclusive Minigames: Includes portable-only minigames such as Texas Hold 'Em Poker (played with WWE superstars) and Eugene's Quiz.

🔓 Cross-Platform Connectivity: Connecting the PSP to a PS2 console via USB allowed players to swap data and unlock exclusive characters like Jake "The Snake" Roberts.

Comprehensive Match Types: Hell in a Cell, TLC, Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, First Blood, and the debut of the Buried Alive Match.

Ad-Hoc Wireless Multiplayer: Play 1v1 or tag-team matches against nearby PSP players locally.

⭐ Short Review: A Landmark Portable Achievement

The Good

Near-Flawless PS2 Parity: Incredible technical feat for 2005—including the exact same Season Mode, commentary (Michael Cole, Tazz, Jim Ross, Jerry Lawler), and roster depth as the console release.

Extensive Content: The addition of PSP-exclusive minigames and custom creation suites provided endless replay value.

The Bad

Lengthy UMD Load Times: Loading transitions before matches and entrance sequences can feel noticeably long.

Frame Rate Drops: Matches with 4 to 6 wrestlers on screen simultaneously (such as Royal Rumbles or Elimination Chambers) cause performance hitches.

Screenshots

WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2006 PSP ISO
WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2006 PSP ISO