THQ wrestles with next-gen consoles

Wrestlemania 22 takes place this Sunday in Chicago, but one hard hit has already been delivered. THQ announced today that the WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW wrestling series is returning to the ring, and it will take on new competition in the form of next-generation consoles. Scheduled for release this fall, WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW 2007 will appear on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation Portable.

The latest grappler from developer Yuke's takes the fight into new territory by letting wrestlers suplex to their heart's content among the fans in designated areas. Gamers will be able to use objects in the crowd and around the ring to beat on foes. Players can also look forward to an enhanced season mode and new high-impact combos.

For more on the game, check out GameSpot's preview direct from THQ's press event in Chicago.