... Just as I was moving away from FIFA to Pro Evolution Soccer, I am once again loving FIFA. After playing the latest Pro Evolution on PC I would say FIFA is better. There isn't a lot of change from last year's Pro Evo, the gameplay seems the same and the graphics are not as good as FIFA 09. ... Read review
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most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability. Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it. With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers. New Animation Sequences: The largest overhaul of the football animation system delivers more responsive, intelligent and realistic physical action and adds depth to gameplay. Players move more fluidly around the pitch.New Collision Detection System: With 360 degree coverage players behave according to their physical attributes. Stronger players now possess the strength to knock down smaller players during collisions or use their body and arms to shield the ball in challenges.Pro Skill Moves: Four new skills give you a total of 32 tricks in your arsenal, making it easier to recreate signature moves of the real-world superstars.Enhanced Shooting Mechanics: Ball-striking enhancements create more respo
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Evolution Soccer. The games mechanics and technical changes have come a long way since its birth in 2003, which has seen 16 versions all striving to be ousted to the forefront of the simulated football world.
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prowess to take your team to the top, either in EA's new 'Be a Pro' or 'Manager mode' and warm up for matches in the new EA arena.Play in over 40 stadiums, of which 23 are real licensed replicasAll new ball physics, curl it like a proNew player models, most realistic FIFA graphics to dateImproved Goalkeeper AICreate and play as your own superstarTake a player to the top in 'Be a Pro' mode
Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. Experience the ... more
most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability.Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it.With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers.
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Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. Experience the ... more
most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability.Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it.With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers.
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FIFA 09 All-Play one of two ways - a Wii-specific take on the classic '11 vs. 11' simulation or over-the-top arcade action with Wii versions of your favorite football superstars. FIFA 09 All-Play is balanced for gamers of any ability to enjoy fun, football action. Choose to play the style that best suits your skills from advanced controls for experienced players to new EA SPORTS. All-Play that enables novice players to focus on fun using simplified controls with AI assistance. EA SPORTS All-Play makes it easier and less intimidating for new players to play at their own level of ability. One gesture and one button press performs all the actions and increases your success rate on shots, free kicks and rebounds. Trouble deciding who to pass the ball to? Let the CPU point you in the right direction with on-screen pass indicators and one-button actions. Panic over picking the corner? Don't worry, just blast away to find the back of the net with instant shots on goal. It's that easy! Plus, the game provides feedback and stats to track your progress. Experienced players using advanced controls can still access all the in-depth controls, now with refined gestures and a precision passing system with point-and-play control. Plus, you can even use a Classic controller or Nintendo GameCube controller for a more traditional FIFA game experience. Play with your Mii alongside your heroes Ronaldinho, Wayne Rooney and other football stars created as customized characters in an arcade version of the beautiful game. Play 8 vs 8 Footii Match mode for addictive pick-up-and-play arcade action suitable for all levels of ability. Steal the ball and make outrageous shots by simply waving your Wii Remote. Plus, Footii Party Games called Table Football and Boot It have been overhauled for more great fun with family and friends. There are over 500 teams all accurately represented with correct kits and crests. Plus Manager Mode debuts with a Wii specific interface, club finances and sponsors, visual sims and dynamic board expectations that change depending on your successes or failures.
Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. Experience the ... more
most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability.Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precisionshots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it.With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers.
Postage & Packaging:free Super Saver Delivery Availability:Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. Experience the ... more
most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability.Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it.With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers.
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Advantages: New improved gameplay, good graphics Disadvantages: Still not perfect
...I was moving away from FIFA to Pro Evolution Soccer, I am once again loving FIFA. After playing the latest Pro Evolution on PC I would say FIFA is better. There isn't a lot of change from last year's Pro Evo, the gameplay seems the same and the graphics are not as good as FIFA 09.
People criticise FIFA for being too easy, which I have noticed in past additions but now you cannot score from really far out every time and also from close-up. ... ...good graphics- definitely go for FIFA 09. If you're just bothered about the gameplay it's a tough one because FIFA has updated it a lot whereas Pro Evo haven't really, but it is still good gameplay.
If you really liked the gameplay of last year's Pro Evo get the new one.
If you want something new and/or the whole package get Fifa 09.
Features: * Better gameplay - Featuring 250 additions and enhancements to core gameplay, including new animation technology. This greatly improved technology creates more responsive first-time shooting and passing, faster and more controlled dribbling, and improved trapping, and new player momentum physics that delivers realistic player collisions, authentic jostling for the ball, and more variation in tackling. * Custom Team Tactics - Become a first-team coach with the power to tune and balance 11 tactical sliders for 140 attacking and 40 defending options (more than 50,000 combinations) * Be A Pro: Seasons - New mode where you control just one player. Pick or create a professional player and test your football ability over a four season campaign. Master a single position and develop your skills -- passing, shooting, positioning, marking . * Improved Goalkeeper Intelligence - Goalkeepers position themselves more intelligently, react to shots more realistically and recover from saves faster. * Customized Controllers - Create your own bespoke controller configuration, save it and even take it online effortlessly. Assign actions to the buttons exactly how you like them for complete control.
Opinion
This really does feel like the gameplay has been remastered and is completely different to last years installment. Just as I was moving away from FIFA to Pro Evolution Soccer, I am once again loving FIFA. After playing the latest Pro Evolution on PC I would say FIFA is better. There isn't a lot of change from last year's Pro Evo, the gameplay seems the same and the graphics are not as good as FIFA 09. People criticise FIFA for being too easy, which I have noticed in past additions but now you cannot score from really far out every time and also from close-up. The goalkeepers seem a lot better now which is more realistic. Also, you cannot just skip past players-you actually get tackled!
You can also use your mouse as a control, to point, pass, and shoot, which is quite a good feature (once you've got used to it) and it helps make your shots and slide tackles more accurate. There is also a new skill move modifier control which is quite good for certain skills.
When the ball is in the air a new feature of competing for the ball is evident and also vollies are improved.
However it ultimately depends on what you value- if you like good graphics- definitely go for FIFA 09. If you're just bothered about the gameplay it's a tough one because FIFA has updated it a lot whereas Pro Evo haven't really, but it is still good gameplay. If you really liked the gameplay of last year's Pro Evo get the new one. If you want something new and/or the whole package get Fifa 09.
Advantages: Adidas Live Season, Celebrations, Smoother Gameplay, Disadvantages: Very Few!
As far as I'm concerned theres only one game needed to thoroughly enjoy your gameing expereince. After the success of Fifa 08 EA Sports has come back with a stroke of genius, Fifa09!
Fifa is much more realistic this year, in my opinion the greatest sports game made. The commentry runs smoothly, passing is sharper and the glitches are to a minimum. New this season are the celebrations, you can choose your own depending on whether you score or not. Combinations of buttons decide whether you slide on your knees or do somersaults, a classic way of winding up opponents while you put in the third goal of your star strikers hat trick!
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Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful Review of FIFA 09 (PS3)
Advantages: Graphics, Sound, Free online play, Wireless controllers, Sixaxis Disadvantages: Size, Price, Not able to play PS2 games
When I went to buy my PS3 at the end of 2008, I was torn between buying the PS3 and the Xbox 360. I must admit one of the biggest factors between the 2 was the price, the Xbox's price tag was a lot lower, but I wanted online play and online cost a LOT in the long run with the Xbox. However the PS3 was a lot more expensive initially, the online was free, but that wasn't the only reason I chose the PS3...
The Graphics on the PS3 are truly amazing, and I tried it without HD initially, but after hooking it up to my HDTV, I was blown away. One of the first games I played was Fifa09, and I was quite honestly convinced that the start up picture of Ronaldinho, was actually a picture and refused to believe that it was actually computer generated after one of my friends told me! Another game I got for Christmas of that year was Need for Speed ...
Advantages: Interaction, Online, New Aspects Disadvantages: Manager mode not in depth
In my opinion Fifa09 is the mother of football games.
In the past it has been to close to call between Fifa and Pro Evo games, however personally I believe Fifa09 has really pushed the bar up this game, surpassing any Pro Evo football game.
With many new features it's easy to see why Fifa09 is highly recommended and sought after. Computer interaction has been vastly improved, the reactions from the players is easily recognised. The detail is staggering and graphics sleek and sharp. The standard has been set, if you thought it couldn't be that different from 2008 think again.
New features include different aspects of play. Be a Pro offers an exciting challenge where you play in a camera angle length ways (top to bottom) from goal post to goal post rather than left to right. You have the option to select one player who you ...
Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. Experience the most authentic football simulation EA Sports has delivered as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player and customise the game to suit your style and ability.Powered by the third generation of the EA Sports football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it.With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player's jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers.
