WWE SmackDown vs RAW 2007 for PS2 and Xbox 360 takes wrestling action to new heights with refined controls and more advanced mechanics. To become a champion in the ring, mastering the SmackDown vs RAW 2007 controls is essential. This guide will walk you through the key commands, from finishers and reversals to grapples, special moves, and Ultimate Control Moves.
Key Controls for WWE SmackDown vs Raw 2007
Here’s a breakdown of the PS2 and Xbox 360 controllers' buttons and their actions in SVR 2007:
| Action | PS2 | Xbox 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Control Superstar | L-direction | L-direction |
| Run | Triangle | Y |
| Enter/Exit Ring | X | A |
| Pin Opponent | R-down | R-down |
| Perform a Finisher | L1 | LB |
| Strikes | Square | X |
| Quick Grapple Attacks | R-direction | R-direction |
| Clean/Dirty Grapples | Hold R1 + R-up | Hold RB + R-up |
| Submission Grapples | Hold R1 + R-down | Hold RB + R-down |
| Category 1 Grapples | Hold R1 + R-left | Hold RB + R-left |
| Category 1 Grapples | Hold R1 + R-right | Hold RB + R-right |
| Irish Whip | R1 + X | R1 + A |
| Taunt | dpad | dpad |
| Change Target | select | back |
| Reverse Strike | L2 | LT |
| Reverse Grapple | R2 | RT |
| Reverse Finisher | L2 + R2 | LT + RT |
| Pick Up Weapons/Search for weapon under ring/Remove Turnbuckle/ | X | A |
Cage Match and Hell In A Cell Controls
| Action | PS2 | Xbox 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Climb Cage | L-direction + X | L-direction + A |
| Escape from the cage (once at the top) | X | A |
| Diving attack off the top of the cage | L-direction + Square | L-direction + X |
| Shake cage while opponent is climbing out | Square | X |
| Throw opponent off of cage | R-direction | R-direction |
| Drop from cage | R1 | RB |
| Escape through Cage Door (when opponent is against turnbuckle in the lower left corner) | R-direction | R-direction |
| Climb HIAC | Run toward cell | Run toward cell |
| Break HIAC Roof | Perform Strong Attack or Slam | Perform Strong Attack or Slam |
| Enter/Exit HIAC Door | X or Triangle | A or Y |
| Climb down from top of Cell | X | A |
| Throw opponent off of the Cell (standing near edge of cell) | R-direction | R-direction |
Ladder Match Controls
Tag Team Controls
FAQs about SmackDown vs Raw 2007 Controls
- How do you perform a finisher in SmackDown vs RAW 2007?
Once your momentum meter is full, press L1 (PS2) or LB (Xbox 360) to perform your finisher. You can also store your finisher for later use. - How do reversals work in SmackDown vs RAW 2007?
Press L2 (PS2) or LT (Xbox 360) for strike reversals and R2 (PS2) or RT (Xbox 360) for grapple reversals. Timing is crucial, press them just before the opponent’s move lands. - How do I interact with weapons?
Press X (PS2) or A (Xbox 360) near a weapon to pick it up, or to search for a weapon under the ring. - What are Ultimate Control Moves in SmackDown vs RAW 2007?
Ultimate Control Moves give players the freedom to decide when and where they want to lay the SmackDown on their opponent. To perform an Ultimate Control Move, you must first be in a grappled state. Once in a grappled state, press the R button to initiate the Ultimate Control Move. Follow the instructions along the Heads Up Display (HUD) to select a grapple move. After a grapple has been selected, press the right analog stick in the direction as indicated along the HUD. Each Superstar has four Ultimate Control Moves for each one of their four strong grapple holds.
With this comprehensive guide to SmackDown vs RAW 2007 controls for both PS2 and Xbox 360, you’re ready to enter the ring and fight your way to the top. Master the controls, use the new features to your advantage, and become a true WWE legend!