WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2006 is the latest installment in the Smackdown series, continuing the Smackdown vs. Raw era with a yearly title change. The game features an updated roster of wrestlers, including classic superstars like Bret Hart and British Bulldog, as well as many new arenas from recent Pay-Per-Views and a classic arena from Wrestlemania 9.
The gameplay has been enhanced with more moves available to each wrestler and pre-match mini-games to start fights off on the right foot. The player can determine who has the upper hand before entering the ring.
Another addition to the game is the General Manager Mode, where the player takes on the role of a GM trying to book a weekly show. The objectives are to manage costs, keep chosen wrestlers happy and healthy, and put on matches and set up feuds to keep ratings high.
The player can also earn Smackdown Dollars, which can be used to buy new moves, create-a-wrestler items, Legends wrestlers, and even furniture to customize a locker room. Completing challenges and beating the GM Mode will earn trophies for the trophy case.