WWE Raw vs WWE Raw 2
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
WWE Raw brings the excitement of the iconic television series to the Xbox and PC, delivering a robust wrestling experience with a full 2002 roster. Developed by Anchor Inc and published by THQ, it marked the debut of WWE games on the Xbox platform and the final WWF-branded title before the name change.\n\nPlayers can enjoy both single-player campaigns and split-screen multiplayer, battling friends in fast-paced, action-packed matches. As a pioneering title, it set the stage for future wrestling games while offering a nostalgic look at early 2000s wrestling entertainment.
WWE Raw 2 delivers enhanced graphics, realistic AI, and a story mode that puts you in the middle of the action. Play across eight detailed arenas with 3D crowds and special effects that bring the WWE experience to life. Choose from a variety of match types including Hell in a Cell, TLC, Royal Rumble, and King of the Ring, and create your own superstar to dominate the season mode. Split‑screen multiplayer lets you battle friends in classic exhibition or season challenges.
- Authentic 2002 WWE roster
- Split-screen multiplayer
- Variety of match types
- Robust career mode
- Large roster of authentic WWE superstars
- Variety of match types including Hell in a Cell and TLC
- Robust create‑a‑superstar system
- Split‑screen multiplayer for local competition
- No online multiplayer
- Outdated graphics by modern standards
- Limited AI difficulty options
- Graphics dated by modern standards
- Limited platform availability
- AI can become predictable in later matches
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Step into the ring with ECW legends, new submission system, and classic WWE arenas.
The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataBoth games cost the same and offer split‑screen local multiplayer, but WWE Raw 2 adds more superstars, arenas, and match types, while the original WWE Raw has a career mode and roster import from PC.
Key differences
- •Roster size: Raw 2 > 60 superstars vs. Raw's 2002 roster (unspecified count).
- •Match variety: Raw 2 includes Hell in a Cell and TLC; Raw offers singles, tag, steel cage only.
- •Create‑A‑Superstar: Raw 2 has a dedicated system; Raw only mentions career mode and roster import.
- •Release date: Raw (2002) is older; Raw 2 (2003) may have slightly newer mechanics.
- •Critic score: Only Raw 2 provides a score (70/100); Raw has none listed.
Gameplay & fun factor
Raw 2 adds new controls, Hell in a Cell, TLC, and a create‑a‑superstar mode, expanding gameplay depth.
Platform availability
Both are Xbox titles only; no other platforms mentioned for either.
Price & value
Both priced at $49.99 with one‑time purchase.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Both support single‑player and split‑screen local multiplayer; neither offers online.
Content & replayability
Raw 2 provides >60 wrestlers, 8 arenas, and more match types, increasing replay value.
Difficulty & accessibility
Raw mentions limited AI difficulty options, implying simpler difficulty; Raw 2 notes AI can become predictable but is more advanced.
Graphics & performance
Both described as dated by modern standards; no specific graphics advantage noted.
Choose WWE Raw if…
Buyers who prioritize a career mode and PC roster imports over extra match types.
Choose WWE Raw 2 if…
Buyers who want a larger roster, more arenas, and diverse match types.
Common questions
Do either of these games support online multiplayer?
No; both only support single‑player and split‑screen local multiplayer.
Which game has more wrestlers and match variety?
WWE Raw 2 offers more than 60 licensed superstars, 8 arenas, and special matches like Hell in a Cell and TLC.
Is there a price difference between the two titles?
No; both are priced at $49.99 as a one‑time purchase.