Calling all soccer fans! You know who you are!+Pes proevolution
Alright lets get this ball rolling Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 has finally been released and is currently being underestimated for its formidable realism and feel for gameplay.
Pro Evo has always been a soccer franchise under the radar; usually outshined by the FIFA franchise. But I am finally giving this game a voice and hope to spread the great qualities of soccer this game really has.
The graphics could use a bit of work; but the visuals are not whats important here. The smooth feel of the game really gives you a sense of "freedom" on the pitch. There is an option at the tip of your fingers for a manual shot literally at any point in the game without having to switch settings in options: Simply hold the left trigger and you are automatically in full control of your passes for deadly acuracy; shooting as well.
I absolutely love the soundtracks in this game, most are upbeat bachata rythms, some euro or techno; but what really sold me is that they have soundtracks from oldschool konami games available to add to your playlist. I'm talking the soundtrack for the very first castlevania game! The list goes on!
Some quick pros:
Ability to save goals and replays.
Full customizability of plays and formations.
Most realistic feel for a soccer game.
Classic teams are available.( Classic Italy, Brazil etc.)
Another MAJOR thing in PES is the A.I. capabilities. Your players have a feel of distinct "character," and when they are affected by certain situations in the game they undoubtable express their emotions of anger, frustration, etc.
Defensive lines are always looking to play offside traps and are relatively on point with positioning and man marking, the complete opposite of FIFA's retarded A.I. system. The goals are shocking, exciting and there is hope to put the ball anywhere in the net. Passing is smooth and intelligent, and shooting has a great feature besides the manual pass where the bar when your player is anticipating his shot power is actually right under their feet. So you arent looking at the bottom of the screen before you can shoot. This enables you to read and feel you play better and take more accurate shots because your shot focal point is all decided right on the player. Also giving you a more personal interaction with your player.
My biggest dissapointment with the game that really frustrated me was I cannot play with a friend on the same system online 2v2, there is no|"guest," option!? I don't understand because on the games copy it says online multiplayer 2-4? I am praying for a patch with a guest option.. like seriously?
All in all great game; I favour it over FIFA.
4/5 stars
