: A new analog-based system allowed players to apply varying pressure or attempt to escape more dynamically.
: Jeff Hardy made his long-awaited return to the franchise.
The ECW Invasion: A Retrospective on WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2008
: The roster included Hall of Famers like Stone Cold Steve Austin , The Rock , Bret Hart , and Rick Rude . Modes of Play Why WWE Smackdown Vs RAW 2008 Was Good!
: Powerhouse, Technical, High-Flyer, Brawler, Dirty, Hardcore, Submission Specialist, and Showman.
The hallmark of the 2008 edition was the introduction of , designed to make superstars feel unique.