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One other area that could have been added for more gameplay is some sort of true practice mode, which would require new graphics and animations. Dribbling around a set of cones in a set period of time, along with other challenges, would have been a good way to learn player control and have some added fun at the same time. One minor addition that seems to effect gameplay is the new dynamic weather effects.

During one game, a thunderstorm moved in, the rain got heavier, and my tackles became more and more useless against my opponent. Changing lighting conditions also had some small effect on the game, the darkness making it slightly more difficult to control players in the shadows than in the well-lit areas of the field.

The presentation of every moment is TV-perfect. Opponent AI has been seriously improved. Evenly matched games are the most fun because it's a real challenge trying to break down the other team's defense.

In some instances, I can fly down the sideline and lob the ball in for a goal, but with some teams this attack seems all but pointless. Also, it's amazing to see how a really good goalie can stop just about any shot from any angle, and how a highly offensive team can control the whole feel of the game. Teams strong on offense succumb to my strategies easier, but they also quickly figure out how to move the ball on me.

While the graphics and AI seem vastly improved, the other truly noticeable change is the pacing. No other soccer game past or present has nailed the ebb and flow of soccer like FIFA In past years, when the pacing had more in common with an arcade simulation than real soccer, opponents could literally appear from anywhere in a second and take the ball away. This may have helped make the game more exciting and increase the final score, but the fact is that soccer is a low-scoring game that is all about strategy and ball control.

Now, players are given the much more realistic ability to control the ball, move it downfield, and create a play. Longtime fans of the series will probably notice this change immediately. It was great to realize that I could develop a play and pass the ball without constantly battling against an opponent who seemed supercharged with adrenalin.

Everything you hear in FIFA will impress. Gone is the canned, listless commentary from last year that never seemed all that related to what was happening on the field. This year, you can make a great move for the ball and the announcers will praise you. Then, if you immediately lose the ball, they'll correct themselves and say you screwed up. I can't think of any sports game that has gone so far beyond simple recorded scripts. Some good humor has also been mixed in, along with some fairly obscure jargon.

And best of all, after playing about a hundred games I'm still hearing new comments on the game action. Other sounds like crowd chants, players barking at each other especially after fouls , and the "wisp" of a slide tackle all seem clearer and more realistic than previous years.

Rounding out the improvements are a number of scripted sequences that occur after goals, during pre-game warm-ups, and after a foul. These cutscenes are very well done and never seem staged even though they are, of course. I enjoyed scoring a goal just to see what sequence would kick in, and it took a long time before I had seen them all. More atmospheric momentslook at the shadows falling across the player taking that corner. I can hardly think of any negatives in FIFA , though there could have been more gameplay options, and at times the game can be a little too challenging.

With evenly matched games, I found myself getting pretty frustrated when I couldn't even manage a shot on goal. And, as with all sports games, playing with a powerhouse team against a lesser opponent can get old quicklyand the opposite scenario is an exercise in futility. I would have liked the ability to set my opponent's AI to adjust to my playing ability regardless of the other team's ability; something like how a real-life player can adjust for my abilities as they increase.

The game's design also fosters a sense of accomplishment for newbies, as a few button presses can have you looking like Pele. It's kind of similar to being a button masher in a Fighting game. You might get some wins and do some pretty things, but you really don't know how you did it. Once you hit your stride, however, your enjoyment will increase ten-fold. There are plenty of killer moves on offense, but they have to be cleverly implemented to pose a serious threat to the defense.

The goalies are no joke, either, which is the way it should be. Player models are superbly detailed and gracefully animated. All modes international, MLS are there for the taking. If you're looking for a break from the big four hoops, hockey, football and baseball , this is a great choice. Here's another outstanding and seamless transition to the next generation of consoles for EA Sports.

There's no breakthroughs in this edition of FIFA, but that's all right, I'm satisfied with what they did here anyway. Basically, they juiced up the graphics to the point that we see exactly why we bought this new system and added a few other bells and whistles. The excellent visuals come at no price to the gameplay. The players move quickly and smoothly as opposed to Madden, which is somewhat sluggish , and the controls are very responsive.

It's a fun, great-looking soccer game, even though it has some lapses of realism. Look at it. Doesn't it look great? Aren't you just itching to play it already?

I was really torn on the score for this baby, but in the end it has to be acknowledged that this is one of the finest sports games around. Is it better than other similar ones? Does it offer many features? Thanks 1 votes. Original review in Spanish translated with Google Translate. Read the original. Restrictions - You will be able to play with 4 different teams. Size Version Language English. Total Downloads 5, Works with Windows , XP. Developer Electronic Arts Inc.

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