The WWE Smackdown vs. Raw game brings back the excitement of professional wrestling to the PlayStation 2 console. Players can take part in six-man contests with the use of a multi-tap, competing in various match types such as Hell in the Cell and Table Matches. The game also features a new mode called Parking Lot Brawl.
The gameplay involves creating and customizing wrestlers, as well as engaging in matches against rival competitors. Players can choose from a wide range of moves and maneuvers, using a combination of button inputs to execute them. The game's storyline revolves around the ongoing feud between WWF superstars, with players taking on the role of their favorite wrestler.