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WWE Armageddon 2008
Armageddon (2008) was a PPV presented by Ubisoft's Prince of Persia. It took place on December 14, 2008 at the HSBC Arena in Buffalo, New York. It featured professional wrestlers and other talent from all WWE's three brands: Raw, SmackDown and ECW. It was the ninth and final event within the Armageddon chronology. During the SmackDown main event, WWE Champion Edge defended the title against Triple H and Jeff Hardy in a Triple Threat match. The Raw main event featured the World Heavyweight Championship contested in a singles match between champion John Cena and Chris Jericho. The undercard featured several matches, including CM Punk against Rey Mysterio in the finals of a tournament to determine the number-one contender to the WWE Intercontinental Championship, and Randy Orton versus Batista in a standard wrestling match.
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WWE Armageddon 2008 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by WWE. The event featured a variety of matches with championships on the line. A key highlight was the World Heavyweight Championship match and the WWE Championship match, showcasing the top stars of the brand. The event aimed to provide a thrilling conclusion to the year's wrestling storylines.
Critical Reception
As a professional wrestling event, critical reception is typically focused on the match quality, storytelling, and overall entertainment value. Armageddon 2008 was generally seen as a solid, albeit not spectacular, event with some standout matches, particularly the main events. Fan reception varied, with some matches being praised and others criticized for their outcomes or pacing.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its main event matches and championship storylines.
Some criticism regarding predictability in certain match outcomes.
Generally considered a decent, action-packed wrestling event.
Google audience: Audience reviews for WWE Armageddon 2008 are not readily available in a consolidated format. However, typical fan discussions often highlight the excitement of the championship matches and the performances of top stars like John Cena and Edge.
Fun Fact
This event marked the final occurrence of the 'Armageddon' pay-per-view name in WWE history, as it was replaced by 'TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs' the following year.
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