AGOURA HILLS, Calif. - THQ Inc. today announced the company will host a 10-week series of contests for WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 via the game's official Web site at www.smackdownvsraw.com. Each contest, inspired by the features in this year's critically acclaimed addition to the renowned fighting videogame franchise, will invite consumers to create, connect and share their WWE videogame experiences with others from around the world -- all while competing for a variety of WWE-themed prize packages.

The first community contest begins today, encouraging site members to use the game's Create-a-Superstar Mode to construct and name their ultimate Superstars and Divas. Consumers will also submit brief written descriptions to further tell the stories behind their creations. All entries will be received via PlayStation Network for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The entries will be judged on character design, character name and the written description. The winner will receive his or her choice of a WWE sweatshirt and WWE t-shirt from www.WWEShop.com (subject to availability).

For more information on the WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 community contests, including full descriptions of contest rules, eligibility requirements and prizing, please visit www.smackdownvsraw.com.