Abstract: Bucking a sport game trend that sees mild tweaks and updated rosters as the only justifications for $60 price tags, EA Sports seems to have noticed that gameplay mechanics taken for granted for far too long ought to be addressed.That's certainly the ca...
Abstract: True to EA SPORTS fashion, FIFA 09 is little more than a marginally upgraded version from last year’s outing. That being said, FIFA 09 is an excellent footballing experience. Moreover, the few upgrades that were made seem to be concentrated in the gam...
A fleshed-out Be a Pro mode online and offline; improved skill moves; "clan" support; real-time stats.
More of a refinement than the leap that FIFA 08 was; Be a Pro isnt totally perfect.
In the past generation of console hardware, the face-off between FIFA and Konamis Winning Eleven/Pro Evolution Soccer was an exercise in one-upmanship. One would come out with improved features, then the other would topple it. Debates raged between so...
Abstract: This game has some great moments as well as some that are not so great. It is still, though, a first-rate soccer game that dazzles at times. The new features really give the game a boost, but there is still work to do. This is a great game and fun to p...
Published: 2008-10-08, Author: Guy , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: UK REVIEW--Its been a busy 12 months for EA Sports and football games. FIFA 08 was a genuine revolution for the series, with a more realistic pace and improved AI adding some much-needed depth to the gameplay. UEFA Euro 2008 came six months later, fur...
Realistic gameplay with plenty of depth, Be a Pro online mode is great fun, Huge number of solo and multiplayer game modes, Unparalleled presentation and attention to detail.
AI is a bit too good at getting the ball, Expensive Adidas Live Season updates, Frequently laggy online play, Some dodgy AI goalkeeping.
FIFA 09 plays better than ever before, and a wealth of new modes and features add plenty of longevity. ...
Abstract: Yes, you read that right: the FIFA series is now better than PES. (In my opinion, of course). And thats what its all about really, opinions, as Im sure the PES-hardcore are already laughing at that statement. However, FIFA is such a complete footbal...
Graphics, improved AI, smoother game play, ball physics, Be a Pro mode, Adidas Live Season
Issues with advantage rule, manager mode numbering system, Adidas Live Season requires payment for more than one league
FIFA 09 isn’t perfect, but it remains the best football game around. The improvements to gameplay, ball physics and AI combine to produce a rewarding experience and the new game modes are excellent and provide hours of fun. ...