FIFA Soccer 09

Publisher: EA SPORTS™

Developer: EA Canada

Category: Sports

Release Dates

N Amer - 10/14/2008

Intl - 10/03/2008

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GameZone's Review

8.0

GZ Rating

Gameplay8
Graphics8
Sound7
DifficultyMedium
Concept7
Multiplayer6
Overall8.0

Reviewer: Brandon Folkers

Review Date: 10/17/2008


FIFA Soccer 09 is undoubtedly a worthy addition to the EA Sports franchise and will definitely please fans of the game

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News

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FIFA Soccer 09 Sells More than 1.2 Million Copies at European Retail in First Week
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EA Sports Delivers Platform Specific Experience For FIFA Soccer 09
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Description

Step onto the pitch and play professional soccer your way in FIFA Soccer 09. Experience the most authentic soccer simulation EA SPORTS has delivered on the PSP as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional soccer player.

Powered by an overhauled animation system and all-new collision system—representing the biggest innovations to the game engine in four years—FIFA Soccer 09 delivers more responsive, intelligent and realistic physical action.

Hundreds of new animation sequences and a new collision detection system with 360 degree coverage enable players to behave according to their physical attributes. Player speed, direction and strength now determine everything from the severity of the collision to the outcome of possession. Plus, contact occurs with shoulders, arms and legs. Stronger players possess the strength to knock down smaller players or use their body and arms to shield the ball in challenges.

Changes to the animation system reward the skillful gamer during one-on-one situations between attackers and defenders. Tuned acceleration attributes enable swifter players to possess quicker first steps and gain advantage in sprints. Plus, four new skill moves -- scoop turns, rainbow flicks, heel-to-heel knocks and ball rolls – give you a total of 32 tricks in your arsenal to perform just like Ronaldinho.

From the moment you step onto the pitch, FIFA Soccer 09 challenges you to think and react like a real soccer player through the popular feature innovation Be A Pro -- now expanded to multiple seasons and featuring the unique Be A Pro camera that tracks your player, re-creating the excitement and rush of racing in on goal. In Be A Pro: Seasons you choose a professional player and then develop his skills at a single outfield position. Complete individual challenges to develop your player attributes and win glory for the squad.

Enjoy top soccer action at your own level of ability with new controls. Passionate soccer fans new to gaming can play like a professional, controlling only the shooting and passing using a two-button control system and gradually mastering all of the controls as they become adept. With new controls and an assist from the AI, anybody can learn at their own pace and still play entertaining matches with more advanced players.

Features

  • 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. Smaller, nimble players possess quicker first steps and have the advantage in sprints. Skillful players have the ability to fake the first touch before the ball reaches the pass receiver.
  • 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. Now perform scoop turns, rainbow flicks, heel-to-heel knocks and ball rolls just like Ronaldinho.
  • Enhanced Shooting Mechanics - Ball-striking enhancements create more responsive and more accurate first-time shots.
  • Be A Pro: Seasons — Pick a professional player and test your ability at one position over four seasons. Master positioning, improve your attributes and develop into an elite player. Master your position, inspire confidence in your teammates and influence the level of their play. All performances are tracked through detailed statistics.
  • Be A Pro Camera -- The unique player-focused Be A Pro camera debuts on the PSP system to immerse you into the action. The new camera tracks your player, re-creating the excitement as if you were on the pitch yourself.
  • Total Soccer Progress Tracker — Track your progress in all game modes to see how much of the game you have completed.
  • New Controls — Pass, shoot, and score using a graduated control system. Start with the simplified two-button control system and then learn more controls at your own pace. Now even players new to the game can challenge the best.
  • Interactive Leagues On The Go!— Play for your club online* against your biggest rivals throughout the season in the Barclays Premier League, Bundesliga, Italian League, French League or Mexican 1st Division and Mexican 1st Division.
  • Soccer IQ 2.0—Test your football knowledge in Quiz mode to earn unlockable content.
  • Custom Formations — Design your own unique strategy to create the perfect formation and tactics. Set each player’s exact position in the formation, and assign specific attacking and defensive runs.
  • Complete Authenticity — Over 500 licensed teams and 30 leagues accurately represented with correct kits and badges.



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