December 13^th, 2005 (3:39pm) - THQ and JAKKS Pacific today announced that WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 for the PSP will begin shipping to retailers throughout North America. Bringing the action, excitement and attitude of World Wrestling Entertainment to the PSP system for the first time, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 joins this fall’s critically acclaimed WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 for the PlayStation 2 to give players one of the deepest and most authentic WWE video game experiences to date in the series.

Developed by Yuke’s Co., Ltd. in Japan, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 delivers one of the most robust titles available to date with exclusive features and content developed specifically for the PSP system. The game can be synchronized with the PlayStation 2 to trade Season Mode progress and created Superstars as well as unlock playable Legend Jake "The Snake" Roberts. WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 for the PSP system also features three exclusive mini-games as well as ad-hoc wireless play for up to four players. Updated Fighting and Stamina systems, impressive graphics, integrated motion capture technology and authentic Superstar voiceovers bring game play to life with unprecedented levels of realism and strategy during matches. The game also includes a power-packed roster filled with new WWE Superstars and Legends, a brand new General Manager Mode and a host of different match types, including Buried Alive, Fulfill Your Fantasy and a Bar Brawl backstage area, which allow players to get closer to the action than ever before.

"As the industry leader in handheld gaming, we are excited to release WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 as the company’s first title for the PSP system," said Kelly Flock, executive vice president of worldwide publishing, THQ. "We are confident the WWE SmackDown vs. RAW franchise will flourish on the PSP system and deliver a definitive WWE video game experience for both long-time fans and newcomers to the series."

"The success of WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 continues with its launch on the PSP system," said Nelo Lucich, vice president of interactive, JAKKS Pacific. "With a host of game play features, an impressive roster of Superstars and exclusive content, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2006 is one of the most comprehensive titles offered for the PSP system and lets fans experience WWE video games in an exciting new way."