WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009

 Xbox 360
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 47
  3. Negative: 1 out of 47
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  1. Game Over Online
    74
    Despite a plethora of flaws, SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 remains a capable, if underachieving, wrestling game.
  2. Gamer.nl
    70
    WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2009 combines just what WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2008 already offered but with a Road to Wrestlemania mode, with better character-creation options and a very entertaining Tag Team mode. Simply put, WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2009 is the most complete and best wrestling game on the market and a must have for you spandex loving wrestle fans.
  3. Game Chronicles
    70
    SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 is a solid release for wrestling fans to enjoy, but for the casual gamer thinking about purchasing a new copy, it would probably be better advised to wait to find a used copy or to save the extra dough and get a cheap copy of 2008.
  5. Worth Playing
    70
    In summary, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 drastically improves the graphics and gaming engine once again, though much like the Tiger Woods franchise, if you've played one, you know what to expect.
  6. GameDaily
    70
    Instead of reinventing the franchise, THQ merely tacked on some additions to the formula. That's not enough to wrestle away our $59.99.
  7. D+PAD Magazine
    60
    Though all the usual punches, grapples and reversals are present, the already weak SmackDown system crumbles under even the gentlest of nudges, a situation not helped after being treated to TNA Impact's impressive mechanics earlier in the year.

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#47 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#48 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 50 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 50
  3. Negative: 7 out of 50
  1. Manu962
    Mar 21, 2020
    0
    Quite possibly the worst WWE game ever. Combat sucks, RTWM is garbage and the game is very barebones in game modes.
  2. BaganLeleo
    Sep 5, 2015
    7
    While it isn't a game that you should rush out and buy, it is still fun, and considering you can get it for cheap it is worth it if you pickWhile it isn't a game that you should rush out and buy, it is still fun, and considering you can get it for cheap it is worth it if you pick it up for cheap.… Full Review »
  3. Breegullbeak
    Jan 18, 2013
    7
    Tag team finally plays like it should and Road to Wrestle Mania gives you 5 short story modes. The Career Mode is tedious and the achievementsTag team finally plays like it should and Road to Wrestle Mania gives you 5 short story modes. The Career Mode is tedious and the achievements range from tedious to really easy.… Full Review »
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