Official game production for the PlayStation 2 (PS2) ended just as the franchise shifted away from the "SmackDown vs. Raw" branding. While there is no official game titled for the PS2, the legacy of this era lives on through the final official release and the dedicated modding community. The Transition: Why the Name Changed
: Custom UI designs to mimic the look of WWE '12 . How to Play These Games Today
For those wanting to experience the official pinnacle of the series on PS2, you can still find copies of WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 on GameFAQs or purchase physical discs from retailers like Amazon.
If you are looking for the "top" official wrestling experience on the PS2 from this era, is the final and most advanced entry available for the console.
: Adding superstars who were prominent in 2012, such as CM Punk (during his 434-day title reign) or Ryback.
: It introduced the "WWE Universe" mode, which dynamically created rivalries and matches, and featured the "Road to WrestleMania" storylines for superstars like John Cena and Rey Mysterio.
Official game production for the PlayStation 2 (PS2) ended just as the franchise shifted away from the "SmackDown vs. Raw" branding. While there is no official game titled for the PS2, the legacy of this era lives on through the final official release and the dedicated modding community. The Transition: Why the Name Changed
: Custom UI designs to mimic the look of WWE '12 . How to Play These Games Today
For those wanting to experience the official pinnacle of the series on PS2, you can still find copies of WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 on GameFAQs or purchase physical discs from retailers like Amazon.
If you are looking for the "top" official wrestling experience on the PS2 from this era, is the final and most advanced entry available for the console.
: Adding superstars who were prominent in 2012, such as CM Punk (during his 434-day title reign) or Ryback.
: It introduced the "WWE Universe" mode, which dynamically created rivalries and matches, and featured the "Road to WrestleMania" storylines for superstars like John Cena and Rey Mysterio.