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the_daddy
12-07-2008, 14:12
Some interesting info on the next insallment to the fifa series here:
http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6193217.html
Have to admit, being a PES fanboy since the days the SNES, I was plesantly shocked when I purchased UEFA Euro 2008 and had a few games in "be a pro" mode. Then after dipping my toe in "captain your country" mode, I was hooked. Been playing ever since.
With Fifa '09 now in the pipeline I am wondering whether or not "captain your country" will allow you some sort of career mode within the domestic leagues. This would be a massive step forward in football simulation in my eyes. As I said I have had no experience up until now of the fifa series and there may well already be a career mode. If so, sorry.
But to be able to create a player from scratch, maybe start off at a lower league club of your choice and earn enough points to add to your desired stats, perhaps get offers of cotracts at bigger clubs when you obtain enough points and so on.
I hope there will be something along these lines, as much as I enjoy playing euro 2008, though it all just seems a bit short-term.
Looking forwars to this though regardless.
From a former PES fanboy. :)
http://www.pastapadre.com/2731/10-vs-10-online-confirmed-in-fifa-09
10 on 10 confirmed for online play in 09 :clap:
One thing that bugged me with the be a pro mode is that unless your playing with mates then people would always pause the game for no apparent reason.
Just looking at the fifa 09 site looks like they've finally implemented changing tactics without having to pause the game:clap:
the_daddy
12-07-2008, 18:23
Hope the graphics are improved also, one fault in my eyes were the graphics, especially with euro 2008. Awful.
Any word on what the PS3 exclusive game mode is yet?
http://us.gamespot.com/news/6193217.html
Probably nothing much.
If it has a 'captain your club' mode,then it's a definite purchase :thumbs:
I'm quite looking forward to this.
I played the Euro 2008 demo and enjoyed it however FIFA 2008 still didn't feel quite right. I always found tricks and shooting a little too difficult or not quite right. Hopefully they've polished up that area because it was starting to get good.
Also I've read over the weekend that they will be a career mode for that 'captain' mode. Only four seasons though.
Ian Vinten
13-07-2008, 15:09
Played this the other day and it's a definite step on from Euro 2008.
MarcusUK
20-08-2008, 12:28
Demo due 11th of September
http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=218742
Looks like they are doing weekly stats updates for players aswell like with the new NBA game. But you have to pay for it...
Pay extra? :lol:
EA can get stuffed with that 'feature' - I've paid for my XBL and the game. If they can't offer that service for the cost of the 2 services, then I ain't bothering and I doubt many others will bother either.
MarcusUK
20-08-2008, 13:16
No I can see that 'feature' being a flop. It's a nice idea from what I read about the NBA stuff. But they can kiss my arse if they think I'm gonna pay for it.
Sheepking
20-08-2008, 13:41
Squad updates = good
Chargeable stat updates = bad
Hopefully it will flop or EA will change their mind.
Live Season will be a paid-for service, but a free trial restricted to one of the leagues will be offered and run from activation through to the end of the season.
A free trial for one of the leagues wouldn't be bad would it? As long as you can choose which league! Then you just choose the Premiership and you've got free updates for the whole season, and then the new game will come out a few months later...
Well done EA! ... Your star striker breaks his leg in real life & they'll charge you to remove him from your squad. :thumbs:
the_daddy
20-08-2008, 14:01
Well done EA! ... Your star striker breaks his leg in real life & they'll charge you to remove him from your squad. :thumbs:
Jesus, why do they have to fuss around with these silly little add-ons, concentrate on the gameplay ffs!
MarcusUK
20-08-2008, 14:11
I think there is some confusion at the mo about if this includes roster updates (transfers)
The stats update that I read about for NBA is basically updates to the players attibutes depending on weekly performances. If suddenly their left foot gets better then that will be reflected. Shooting from certain places, even changes in position.
If it was Team Updates as well in that extra charge, I'd cancel my 360 preorder and get the PS3 version instead so I could handle the updates myself.
MarcusUK
20-08-2008, 15:19
I assume the player stats and roster updates will be seperate. Stats being weekly and rosters once in a while?
Least I hope so...
Mr Silly
09-09-2008, 18:12
Any more news on this? Might be tempted to go for it on the wii and breakaway from Pro Evo
mrwriter
09-09-2008, 18:52
Really looking forward to this... The Be A Pro mode is the only way to play sports games now for me.
TimJBart
09-09-2008, 19:09
Anyone know when the demo is out?
callmecheez
09-09-2008, 19:10
Apparently the latest playstation magazine gives it 9/10. Should be good
Mr Silly
09-09-2008, 19:11
Apparently the latest playstation magazine gives it 9/10. Should be good
better than pro evo?
Bapapapa
09-09-2008, 19:16
Could hardly be any worse...
Mr Majestik
09-09-2008, 20:02
Anyone know when the demo is out?
Ps3's out this week.
Ps3's out this week.
Out on 360 and PC as well on same day 11th September
10 v 10 online play sounds ace, with 50 player "clubs" and divisions.
http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/908/908609p1.html
Hopefully if someone quits through getting sent off/throwing a paddy it'll just revert to AI control. Sounds very good though.
yeah, looking forward to this. Amazing how much they've improved since the God awful FIFA 06 :gag:
Yeah, 10 vs 10 online football has always been a gaming milestone for me. I'm sure it'll be chaos to begin with though, with it being more like school playground football with 20 players chasing the ball around the park.
Once it calms down, i'm looking forward to reliving my brief teenage football career, playing at left-back, hacking down defenders & then bursting up the left-wing. :)
I'll look forward snapping my ankle. Nice.
Ian Vinten
11-09-2008, 08:20
Soooooooooooooooooo, marketplace stuff comes on at 10am right?
Soooooooooooooooooo, marketplace stuff comes on at 10am right?
Usually.
I checked 30 mins ago in the hope it was up there early :D
callmecheez
11-09-2008, 08:56
Pc demo: http://www.gamershell.com/download_32458.shtml
the_daddy
11-09-2008, 08:58
When is it likely to appear on PSN ?
Da Outsider
11-09-2008, 09:07
Demo's up on XBL :)
Demo's up on XBL :)
Was just going to post the same :lol:
Hope it's more than the usual 1 half of a game...and it has online play too...or is that too much to ask?
When is it likely to appear on PSN ?
Probably late afternoon
Usual Fifa demo, single-player, 4 minute half to play, but at least you have six teams this time to chose from.
AdamBrunt
11-09-2008, 09:25
Could hardly be any worse...
Not sure about other platforms but, IIRC, on the Wii the general consensus was that Pro Evo beat FIFA (08) hands down.
Well its a completely different game, on any other console fifa was a far far better game, pro evo was appauling.
LouBarlow
11-09-2008, 10:05
Well it plays brilliantly this. The one touch stuff is a lot more responsive and first time shots, volleys etc are far easier to pull off.
The CPU AI is pretty damn good too on the higher levels.
Evo is going to have to seriously rediscover it's form to trouble this...
Cant wait for this, hurry up Sony!!
Pro Evo 2008 was terrible last year, it's the first time I've properly defected to FIFA09 ever!
I've got great hopes for this game, can't wait to get home to have a go on the demo. It's a pity it's only half a game though.
LouBarlow
11-09-2008, 12:14
Its a full game.
Can you do a rematch straight away or does it force you to go to the main menu beforehand like the NHL 09 demo does?
Usual Fifa demo, single-player, 4 minute half to play, but at least you have six teams this time to chose from.
It's multiplayer on the same console. Well, 2-player at least - that's all we tried.
TimJBart
11-09-2008, 12:21
2 player? Awesome! I'll be playing with my housemates tonight then
the_daddy
11-09-2008, 12:21
Still nothing on PSN, GRRRrrrrrrrrr!!
Well its a completely different game, on any other console fifa was a far far better game, pro evo was appauling.
Typical exaggeration IMO, yes Pro Evo 2008 was a let down compared to past games and FIFA 08 was a big improvement on the horrendous past FIFA games (mostly by just being more like PES..). But PES08 was still the superior game.. outside of online play of course :)
I've got hope that FIFA 2009 will actually be the game some people hype FIFA 08 up as being, a FIFA game that finally loses the last of those terribly awkward animations and poor AI. Oh and hopefully the PC version isn't a PS2 port this time!
Da Outsider
11-09-2008, 12:28
Can you do a rematch straight away or does it force you to go to the main menu beforehand like the NHL 09 demo does?
It forces you back to the one-on-one training pitch thing and 'Restart Match' is greyed out in in the pause menu. Only takes about 15 seconds to start a new match though.
What are the keepers like chaps? I thought the only thing about Euro 2008 was the first touch (which I think has been tightened up) and how good the keepers were. I've got better at beating them now but they still stop some shots I reckon they've got no right too.
TimJBart
11-09-2008, 12:32
I've always felt the FIFAs are slightly sluggish and I never fully felt like I could beat a man. Has this type of thing been improved for '09 ?
Downloading this now, can someone tell me if the PC version is another last gen port or a next gen version. Because I'll just cancel the download now if its another last gen port.
I've always felt the FIFAs are slightly sluggish and I never fully felt like I could beat a man. Has this type of thing been improved for '09 ?
Still feels sluggish to me, plays OK though.
You can get past people by knocking it past them but its often easier to pass your way around and try to drag people out of position. I found in Euro 2008 as soon as I started slowing myself down and adopting a slower tempo I got more success. When I rushed it I found play becoming scrappy.
Just played a few games, still feels sluggish and clumsy and the animation still isn't good enough. Improvement on 2008 but still not worth my time from my initial play, I'll try playing another 10 matches or so before I decide on it finally though.
clarkyboy100
11-09-2008, 14:28
I loved 08 and will definitely be getting this for the online side, but I take it this will have those impossible challenges! Y'know the ones like 'score a hat-trick with a goal keeper, all from his own box, and complete 99 dribbles, 20 tackes and win the game 19-0 in a one minute match whilst juggling fish cakes'.?
I loved 08 and will definitely be getting this for the online side, but I take it this will have those impossible challenges! Y'know the ones like 'score a hat-trick with a goal keeper, all from his own box, and complete 99 dribbles, 20 tackes and win the game 19-0 in a one minute match whilst juggling fish cakes'.?
yeah, those are daft challenges..i mean, where you gonna get fishcakes from.
i think this is where EA just dont get 'soccer'.
Bapapapa
11-09-2008, 15:01
Plays OK.. :thumbs:
I'm pretty desperate for a decent online footy game actually so I may have to get this especially if the 10v10 works half decently.. :D :nuts:
Can only echo the comments. I reckon they've pretty much nailed this one. The physical side of the game really adds something. I love some of the crunching tackles you can pull off and shooting appears to have been tweaked. Keepers are still tough to beat (only scored one from open play and that was against Toronto) but they don't feel as unfair as the last one. Finding space is difficult however and you've got to work for it.
Pro Evo is going to have to do something special because credit to EA, they've turned out something that looks pretty complete. Hopefully the on-line side is as solid and well implemented.
EA.... on-line side ... solid and well implemented.
i can see a bit of a problem with the above :D
i can see a bit of a problem with the above :D
Its not so much how well it plays out on the pitch (as you point out that bit will be excellent) but its the little things like players hosting games and never starting etc etc. As long as they don't drop the ball on those things (no reason to think they will) everything is hunky dory.
Sheepking
11-09-2008, 20:12
just played a 3v3 online at NHL 09 with no lag whatsoever. If FIFA uses the same netcode and serves 10v10 will be a treat (as long at assholes dont pause every few seconds).
Co-op Be a Pro is going to be great :thumbs:
anyone downloaded the demo off PSN yet?
I downloaded it off the US store last night.
how is the 10v10 going to work? will each player just see his own view of the pitch on his TV, therefore not know where the ball is very well, or what?
I downloaded it off the US store last night.
is it good?
LouBarlow
12-09-2008, 08:24
how is the 10v10 going to work? will each player just see his own view of the pitch on his TV, therefore not know where the ball is very well, or what?
Last time round it was like a behind and above viewpoint, which let you see a lot of the pitch, with like on-screen arrows letting you know where the ball was, if it disappeared from view.
Really impressed with the demo - loved the improved heading and the need to time the jump for your headers. A shame they haven't made the substitute part a little more seamless so it branches better into the game rather than a cut away and then the substitute animations load in. And I'm still not happy at the large names on the back of the shirts - why does Kaka have to have a font size 150 for his name? :lol:
A 100% purchase still for me :thumbs:
personally i hope it bosses pes. i jumped ship from pes after the woeful pes2008 but some of my mates are still holding a candle for the new pes.
hope it goes on the uk ps store soon!
TimLeeds
12-09-2008, 09:29
Can someone please confirm which leagues/teams are available in this game?
In particular, does it include League One teams for those of us that support a team that has fallen on hard times?
GoblinUK
12-09-2008, 09:48
Can someone please confirm which leagues/teams are available in this game?
In particular, does it include League One teams for those of us that support a team that has fallen on hard times?
I would imagine so. Fifa 08 had 3, maybe 4 English divisions.
LouBarlow
12-09-2008, 10:52
The promise of 'real time stats updates' where players real life form is incorporated into the game from week to week, sounds like an excellent idea, but one that is surely going to be next to impossible to administer?
I'm firmly in the FIFA09 camp now after playing this demo. As I mentioned before I've been a pro Pro Evo man for years before last years effort but FIFA has improved massivly since the dark old days.
This plays really well, it feels like a game of football. It is more responsive than last year, the heading is better, so are player animations, and it has the whole football feel and atmosphere that Pro Evo can't/doesn't get anywhere near.
Also, I love the way player point to where they want the ball, and they seem to make runs that are miles more intelligent than I've seen before.
All in all very impressed with this demo. I wonder what PES will do this year...
The promise of 'real time stats updates' where players real life form is incorporated into the game from week to week, sounds like an excellent idea, but one that is surely going to be next to impossible to administer?
It will apparently cost money though for the end user so I won't be buying it.
The promise of 'real time stats updates' where players real life form is incorporated into the game from week to week, sounds like an excellent idea, but one that is surely going to be next to impossible to administer?
It will not be too difficult to administer. For a start its a paid for service (first season free I think) and limited to selected top divisions. Also the amount of information collected on the top flight is amazing. Having worked at a football club in the past there are loads of services like pro-zone etc which track player runs, form etc etc for all the top leagues. No doubt EA has agreed a deal with one of these services to use the information they collect.
Ian Vinten
12-09-2008, 11:37
It will apparently cost money though for the end user so I won't be buying it.
You get one league free :thumbs:
MrSpoons
12-09-2008, 11:38
bit more info on it here http://www.fifasoccerblog.com/2008/08/exclusive-fifa-09-live-season-pricing.html
Bapapapa
12-09-2008, 11:49
It's £36 at Zavvi (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=311&url=http://www.zavvi.co.uk/products/876429/p.jsf) - might stick a pre-order in, unless anyone knows of cheaper..?
MR.COATES
12-09-2008, 11:55
Good price that. It was going to be a no-brainer purchase for me as it's one of those games that I play a lot but the 09 version of Fifa has some genuinely decent improvements, based on the Demo alone.
Price seems reasonable enough but I don't think its a deal breaker.
Will certainly be getting this.
LouBarlow
12-09-2008, 12:13
It's £36 at Zavvi (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=311&url=http://www.zavvi.co.uk/products/876429/p.jsf) - might stick a pre-order in, unless anyone knows of cheaper..?
I might wait and see if Morrisons have another offer on that week.
TimLeeds
12-09-2008, 12:28
I would imagine so. Fifa 08 had 3, maybe 4 English divisions.
Thanks for that. Perhaps i'll be able to get Leeds back up the Leagues!
I played the demo last night and I have to say I'm really impressed. 08 was good and I played it a lot but this is fantastic.
One thing I'm glad they fixed is the speed that the keepers get the ball back out into play. It used to always annoy me that by the time the keeper had kicked or thrown the ball al lof the opposition players were back in play and it really slowed the game down.
The PS3 demo available to download yet?
Yep, just been home and it's up.
brendonw
12-09-2008, 13:20
Anyone compared PS3 against 360 version yet ?
EA have put some effort in this time around and got the PS3 version to run equally as good as the 360 version, unlike last year with the 60/30fps debacle.
I doubt there is any noticeable differences between the two versions of their sports games this year.
Yep, just been home and it's up.
on the UK PS Store?
Just turned on my 360 to download the FIFA 2009 demo and realised that now you need a gold membership to download new demo's.. What a pile of **** that is, won't be bothering then :(
Just turned on my 360 to download the FIFA 2009 demo and realised that now you need a gold membership to download new demo's.. What a pile of **** that is, won't be bothering then..
it's been like that for a while, you'll have to wait a week before tightarse Silver members can get it
Tightarse :lol: I'd have to be an idiot to pay for XBox Live Gold.
Wonder how long it'll be before every demo permanently requires Gold membership. Then eventually you'll need Gold membership just to start the system up :) This makes my 360 even more useless then it already was, I'd sell it if not for the promise of RE5.
clarkyboy100
12-09-2008, 14:01
Have they introduced the ability to teabag someone after a crunching tackle? Or even the ability to take photos of yourself and a fellow player having spit roast fun with a page 3 girl on your phone?
Sheepking
12-09-2008, 14:07
Tightarse :lol: I'd have to be an idiot to pay for XBox Live Gold.
:?:
Why?
:?:
Why?
Because I don't use it, I had it free for a month when I first got the console and tried it no more then 5 or 6 times. I got it again free recently for a month and never bothered with it at all. I haven't even downloaded a demo on my 360 for 4 or 5 months, so it'd be pointless to get it for that either. If I had any use for it I'd get it, its like £2.50 a month isn't it? :lol:
yeah, id glad pay my yearly 25 quid for live, than use the ps3 service that is free. Its free for a reason.
What about compared to something like Steam?
MarcusUK
12-09-2008, 14:33
Quick question about the PS3 version. Can you configure all the buttons like the 360 demo? So can you set the dpad to control your players and not use the analogue stick?
MarcusUK
12-09-2008, 15:05
Achievements for the 360 version:
http://www.xbox360achievements.org/achievements.php?gameID=792
Not a bad mix really.
LouBarlow
12-09-2008, 15:23
No, they sound pretty decent.
MarcusUK
12-09-2008, 15:26
Huge investment 20
Buy a player in Manager Mode for 50 million of your chosen currency
Hmm wonder if your chosen currency can be Rupees? :lol:
the_daddy
12-09-2008, 15:29
Cool, like the way you totally customise the controls, hated having to use the left stick on the ps3 to control player movement. And yes I have swapped the circle button for the square button.
Former PES fanboy.
the_daddy
12-09-2008, 15:55
Been stuck into the demo now for at least two hours. Cant beleive how polished this game is, everything on screen is so crisp and all menus and sub menus easy to navigate/use. The gameplay itself is incredible, tackling has been improved (slide tackles and jostling looks more realistic than ever) even the linesmen's movement and animations look realistic. Love the way forwards make little runs and point where they want the ball played. A bit gutted that the demo only allows 2 mins per half, can see myself playing this to death until the game is released.
Having to now properly time your jumps to win headers adds to the realism, the gameplay is slick and smooth for the most part, goalkeepers look and act really well.
Couple of minor negative points, the be a pro seasons mode is limited to four seasons? Would have been better had it ran a bit longer in my opinion.
Also found that penalties were a little hard to control, both taking and using the goalkeeper (didn't realise that goalkeepers could be moved along the line in this during a penalty).
I'm really looking forward to this now, can't wait to get stuck into the be a pro mode. This years Pro evo is going to have to be some improvement on last years to come anywhere close to the class of FIFA '09.
Former PES fanboy!
How do you place shots, them curled type ones you can do on pro evo?
New to this whole fifa thing not played it in years, can it be done?
Playing on ps3 by the way :)
the_daddy
12-09-2008, 16:36
Bearing in mind the standard controls can be changed, and I have changed them, I have found that holding L2 while shooting gives me placed shots, more controlled shots. Not sure about adding curl though sorry.
Having just tried again I think adding curl depends on the player your in control of, when controlling Ronaldinho on the one on one screen, I took a shot from 30 yards and the what looked like a well wide attemp actually bent and hit the post. So as I said I presume it differs from player to player.
FIFA 09 wasn't even on my radar but then I read this:
- Be A Pro: Seasons - 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 -- to ultimately become a national legend.
Idle Child
13-09-2008, 01:14
Going against the grain here, but I played the FIFA demo and thought it was garbage. I can't really see what's the big deal about it: it's the same as 2008 and 2007 and the UEFA and European games before it.
But that's just my opinion.
I spent a bit of time with it yesterday, and while it does have a LOT of nice touches (practice before kick off / controls / replays etc), and it's better than the FIFA I remember from a few years ago, it still plays like a fat woman wading through gravy.
I played some PES2008 on the PS2 after work on Friday, and even that p.o.s. was more responsive and played a better game of football than this. FIFA's catching up, but I still think PES plays better...
I played some PES2008 on the PS2 after work on Friday, and even that p.o.s. was more responsive and played a better game of football than this. FIFA's catching up, but I still think PES plays better...
It caught and passed Pro Evo 12 months ago :lol:
Just spent an hour playing the one on one. loved it.
Bapapapa
13-09-2008, 12:24
I spent a bit of time with it yesterday, and while it does have a LOT of nice touches (practice before kick off / controls / replays etc), and it's better than the FIFA I remember from a few years ago, it still plays like a fat woman wading through gravy.
I played some PES2008 on the PS2 after work on Friday, and even that p.o.s. was more responsive and played a better game of football than this. FIFA's catching up, but I still think PES plays better...But, wasn't PES2008 on the PS2 based on the older code, rather than the absolute ***** 'next-gen' version that the other platforms were lumbered with..? :thinking:
Just spent an hour playing the one on one. loved it.
Lobbing Cech from 35 yards is well funny.. :nuts: I even had him come out of the area chasing a rebound off the bar and when he got to the ball he kept on running with it Forrest Gump style..!! wtf? :lol:
Also love the 100% nylon shorts the players must be wearing if the sound effect when they are sprinting is anything to go by.. :lol:
callmecheez
13-09-2008, 12:34
£34.99 at argos?
cheaper anywhere else? link (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=28&url=http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?storeId=10001&catalogId=1500001151&langId=-1&searchTerms=fifa+09&Submit=GO+%3E)
Played the demo today and Drogba got sent off for ankle tapping :|
Could be good! :D
Mandrill
13-09-2008, 21:30
My demo keeps crashing ..anyone else had this problem ?
Yup, glad its not just me
Art Vanderlay
14-09-2008, 07:56
I kind of enjoyed the demo, but it still suffers from the 'treacle pitch' feel that the previous incarnations have - though it is less prevalent before.
I think it suffered for me compared to the NHL '09 demo, which has the fast zippy feel that I like in a team sports game.
I will still pick it up if I can find it for a good price, particularly if the 10 vs 10 mode works well.
Bapapapa
14-09-2008, 07:58
I think it suffered for me compared to the NHL '09 demo, which has the fast zippy feel that I like in a team sports game.Them playing on ice helps...
I agree Art. I would like it to be a little quicker also.
Them playing on ice helps...
:lol:
TimJBart
14-09-2008, 17:56
It tok me a while to properly get into this as my housemate and I were both rubbish which meant that every game ended 0-0. Now that we have mastered the contrls and the way it plays, we never fail to score, and a lot of the goals are crackers!
It is definitely the best playig FIFA so far I think.
Agree with Art - the pitch feels like you're playing in long grass with your wellies on. A good game but not great - will get it if its cheap but not sure if I want to pay top dollar for this one - got enough games to spend on as it is....
Remember to create your EA Avatar all ready for it:
http://www.eafootballworld.com
mr starface
15-09-2008, 09:53
Played the demo and enjoyed it (althought less atmosphere with no commentary) but to be honest I couldnt tell any difference from Euro 2008 in regards to gameplay and visuals so might hold back on this one.
Having played Euro 2008 quite extensively I reckon there is quite a difference. It feels more responsive and the shooting is improved (thanks to the keeper not being an idiot / god).
I wounder what sort of stats system this or PES 2009 will have!?. Im still waiting for a footie game that keeps records of all players as from when you first create a save profile, for instance, how many:
Goals
Assists
Shots off target
Fouls
Red Cards
Yellow Cards
yards Ran
minutes on the pitch
etc, etc.....a player has acheived, would be good to see who has scored the most goals in the entire game (CPU & Player controlled) after say 5 months or so of having created a save profile, i think some of the stats would be quiet interesting. But i havent heard any word if this sort of thing shall be implimented!
the_daddy
15-09-2008, 17:05
Robinho is still at Real in the demo.
MR.COATES
15-09-2008, 18:12
I'm sure the players will be sorted out in time.
Wright-Phillips is still at Chelsea in the demo too.
internetuser
15-09-2008, 18:54
Right.. how do I link my gamertag to my ea account ?
it keeps saying I have a ea classic signup linked to it !?!?
Ian Vinten
20-09-2008, 14:00
Make sure you check out the 4 minute ad at half time of Chelsea v Utd y'all!
Presumably you'll get to play as your created Pro like in NHL. :thumbs:
shand754
20-09-2008, 14:10
As a long time PES fan I have tried to like the demo, given that everyone seems to be switching allegiance to Fifa now. But have playing it on and off for a couple of hours it just feels unresponsive to me so I am not going to bother.
There was a thread on Gamefaqs recently where the majority of people posting said that the FIFA 09 demo plays a lot better when the gameplay speed was set to slow. Some were even requesting it becomes the default setting.
Edit: I didn't have any problems with the speed of the demo but if I do get FIFA 09 I know I'll have to find the right balance between assisted and manual controls because sometimes it didn't feel like I was in control of what was going on in the demo, especially with passes.
the_daddy
20-09-2008, 14:42
With Euro 2008 when playing "be a pro" mode I always made sure all the assisted passing/shooting controls were set to manual, made it feel a bit more authentic, saying that though I missed hundreds of sitters and lost count of the times passes/shots/crosses went astray.
shand754
20-09-2008, 16:11
There was a thread on Gamefaqs recently where the majority of people posting said that the FIFA 09 demo plays a lot better when the gameplay speed was set to slow. Some were even requesting it becomes the default setting.
How do you change the speed? I had another go this afternoon and could not find an option to do so in any of the menus available in the demo.
How do you change the speed? I had another go this afternoon and could not find an option to do so in any of the menus available in the demo.
It isn't possible on the PS3 version, or so I've read.
Edit: OK just checked the 360 demo and you go into Game Settings, press the RT to go to Advanced. Scroll down under the Match tab and Game Speed should be the bottom option.
the_daddy
24-09-2008, 17:15
EA sports vice president talks fifa '09
http://www.gameplayer.com.au/gp_documents/FIFA-09-Interview.aspx
MR.COATES
25-09-2008, 08:57
I didn't actually see the ad-break (even though I watched the game!!) so I missed this.
Holy moly that's just superb.
http://kotaku.com/5054520/this-fifa-09-ad-is-absolutely-ridiculous
I didn't actually see the ad-break (even though I watched the game!!) so I missed this.
Holy moly that's just superb.
http://kotaku.com/5054520/this-fifa-09-ad-is-absolutely-ridiculous
What a GREAT ad :thumbs:
Bapapapa
25-09-2008, 10:53
Oh man..
I hope to God 10v10 is actually half playable.. :D
clarkyboy100
29-09-2008, 11:25
Are my eyes playing tricks on me. Play have this 'In Stock'! I thought it wasn't out until end of next week?
Fifa 09 360 (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=2&url=http://www.play.com/Games/Xbox360/4-/5501242/FIFA-09/Product.html)
Are my eyes playing tricks on me. Play have this 'In Stock'! I thought it wasn't out until end of next week?
Fifa 09 360 (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=2&url=http://www.play.com/Games/Xbox360/4-/5501242/FIFA-09/Product.html)
it's out Friday
There is an IGN UK Review (http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/913/913467p1.html) but the Be A Pro feature only seemed to warrant a sentence. Not a great review for details or specifics to be honest.
My order is in even though I haven't got on with previous FIFA games. I didn't buy NHL 09 and NBA Live 09 might not play the best game of basketball from what I've read; but I really want to try out the Be A Pro feature so FIFA 09 seems like the one to get.
Are my eyes playing tricks on me. Play have this 'In Stock'! I thought it wasn't out until end of next week?
Fifa 09 360 (http://www.thedvdforums.com/affiliatelink.php?localaffiliateid=2&url=http://www.play.com/Games/Xbox360/4-/5501242/FIFA-09/Product.html)
you just know that ain't going to dispatched in 24 hours....:lol:
Scored an 8.5 on Playr & they showed some "Be a Pro" footage that looked good.
clarkyboy100
29-09-2008, 11:46
it's out Friday
Ah ok. I've got it pre-ordered with Game and thought it was next week. I'm old and stupid you see!
I'm old and stupid you see!
don't be silly.......
you're not old
:D
Ian Vinten
29-09-2008, 11:56
I have my copy! :clap:
I have my copy! :clap:
Where from?
Ian Vinten
29-09-2008, 12:02
Working for EA has its benefits! :)
I have my copy! :clap:
You can't say that and not share! Come on, spill the beans!
I have my copy! :clap:
The 1 big question I'd like answered if you could please....
In Euro 2008 1-4 players could play the 'Captain your country' mode at the same time. Is this true for the 'Be a Pro' mode in FIFA 09?
MRS-Speed's bro and I want to play through the 4 season Be a Pro mode together....as we did in Euro 2008.
Not going to be happy if it's 1 player only :(
Right Ian Vinten ! , i put you in charge of creating the DVDF team in ready for us at the end of the week ;) :thumbs: :p
Sheepking
29-09-2008, 12:57
Right Ian Vinten ! , i put you in charge of creating the DVDF team in ready for us at the end of the week ;) :thumbs: :p
Lets hope its not as bad as the NHL09 team, I can imagine midfielders playing through balls to their own centre backs.....
Oh yeah, game are packing my copy. Doubt i'll see it before thursday.
Looking forward to this, count me into any DVDF team. As in real life, as long as I get a game I'll play anywhere :lol:
Looking forward to this, count me into any DVDF team. As in real life, as long as I get a game I'll play anywhere :lol:
Likewise :lol:
I expect Forwards/Midfielders to be the popular choice, so I don't mind playing in defence...as long as my mindless sliding tackles cause no offence :suspect::D
TigaSefi
29-09-2008, 13:14
Don't forget to invite me!! I want to be on the wing!!!
Steve Parkinson
29-09-2008, 13:17
Right Ian Vinten ! , i put you in charge of creating the DVDF team in ready for us at the end of the week ;) :thumbs: :p
As long as he leaves himself on the bench ;)
Ian Vinten
29-09-2008, 13:17
As the person setting it up I will be centre-forward and captain :)
I assume everyone is getting the 360 version? ... Sign me up for some 10v10, any position will do. :)
I assume everyone is getting the 360 version? ...
A good point...probably best to set 2 different FIFA 09 DVDF threads up in the online gaming section?
How does the 'Be A Pro' feature fit into this. Are you restricted to a certain position on the field for your entire career, can you switch positions between games, if there is restriction on this does it carry over to online 10v10?
How does the 'Be A Pro' feature fit into this. Are you restricted to a certain position on the field for your entire career, can you switch positions between games, if there is restriction on this does it carry over to online 10v10?
It would be nice to be able to switch position as and when needed. If your manager is short of forwards and your a midfielder it seems obvious to press you into service as a striker. However I would be really surprised if that was the case, for this version at least.
Its going to be interesting to see how the 10v10 works. I know EA will nail the on the pitch stuff in regards to on-line play but I'm interested as to their direction for the setup of teams, selections etc. I think that will be make or break for it really.
Sheepking
29-09-2008, 13:44
Likewise :lol:
I expect Forwards/Midfielders to be the popular choice, so I don't mind playing in defence...as long as my mindless sliding tackles cause no offence :suspect::D
It'll be pretty boring if you do as the refs in the demo love a red card. So in be a pro mode its game over for you!!
It'll be pretty boring if you do as the refs in the demo love a red card. So in be a pro mode its game over for you!!
I think I've managed to get the rash / poorly timed / purposely bad timed tackles out of my system with the demo.
Must admit the referee is right on the mark for booking players after a move is over. I remember I slid in on two players and there was a good period of play before the ended. I expected only the second player to be booked but instead he did both of them with a yellow card.
I hope it tracks your stats for 10v10 games in terms of minutes on the pitch, passes completed etc along with bookings. The statto in me thinks that might be a good feature after a few months. :dork:
The 1 big question I'd like answered if you could please....
In Euro 2008 1-4 players could play the 'Captain your country' mode at the same time. Is this true for the 'Be a Pro' mode in FIFA 09?
MRS-Speed's bro and I want to play through the 4 season Be a Pro mode together....as we did in Euro 2008.
Not going to be happy if it's 1 player only :(
Got a big co-op session booked for this friday evening...sooner I can get the above question answered the better...fingers crossed!
My 360 copy is packing at Game at the moment :)
It'll be pretty boring if you do as the refs in the demo love a red card. So in be a pro mode its game over for you!!
If you play footy like you do Ice Hockey , i think you might be spending a bit of time suspended sheepking :lol:;)
Sheepking
29-09-2008, 14:38
If you play footy like you do Ice Hockey , i think you might be spending a bit of time suspended sheepking :lol:;)
I've ironed that out of my game (Idle child can back me up on this!)
Shame we cant get out usual game of NHL tonight because live is down.
Sheepking
29-09-2008, 14:44
How does the 'Be A Pro' feature fit into this. Are you restricted to a certain position on the field for your entire career, can you switch positions between games, if there is restriction on this does it carry over to online 10v10?
In NHL your offline position does not reflect where you play online.
It would be difficult to do this as the chances are offline everyone will play up front. So when you went online you'd have a team of 10 strikers.
When we organize official games we should decided positions on the thread before we play otherwise everyone will just jump on the front 2 or 3 positions.
I hope there is some flexibility in 'Be A Pro' both offline and online. It could get boring being a defender - everyone wants to go for glory and score sometimes but this wouldn't exactly be seen as being a team player unless everyone was up for a corner or free kick. So if you were stuck in the same position like that in an online team I can see those players not sticking with the game for long.
I don't mind playing in one position to be honest. I would like move around the park so to speak but I'm happy to stick - particularly if I get reasonably good at one position. Some of us will just be happy to play in a setting which isn't dominated by tail ends (as seems to be the case with a lot of live games).
I guess if we play regularly as one team or squad we'll start to know what areas we are good at. For example I can score goals but I know sometimes I need a couple of chances to get my eye in. Others don't so its to the benefit of the team that I perhaps let someone else take on that role.
I honestly think this will be less of a problem if you play as a regular group unlike the free for all that regular live games seem to degenerate into.
the_daddy
29-09-2008, 15:10
I'd be up for some online teamage, though im on PS3, wouldn't mind any position.
Sheepking
29-09-2008, 15:19
I'd be up for some online teamage, though im on PS3, wouldn't mind any position.
I think you'll get your choice of position on PS3 as most people posting here will be on the 360.
the_daddy
29-09-2008, 15:25
PSN id: the_daddy2009
Position Applied For: Centre Midfield
Roll on Friday.
Left Back is my preferred position... and no jokes about 'left back in the dressing room' please :suspect:
count me in :D will play anywhere - ideally in MC or on the wings :D
Does whoever own the ball, get to take the penalties? :D
I'm happy to be on either wing, defence or midfield.
I hope there is some flexibility in 'Be A Pro' both offline and online. It could get boring being a defender - everyone wants to go for glory and score sometimes but this wouldn't exactly be seen as being a team player unless everyone was up for a corner or free kick. So if you were stuck in the same position like that in an online team I can see those players not sticking with the game for long.
The Manager can suggest positions (I assume this means tell them but they don't have to) play, and every "Pro" online has equal stats so you can play any position. You can also have it to stay fixed to one player all the time, or switch between any non-locked players IIRC.
MR.COATES
29-09-2008, 17:24
My 360 copy is packing at Game at the moment :)
Same here (PS3)
:clap:
anyone have any ideas as to in store prices anywhere? is it standard 39.99 for EA games? could do with getting it from BB but its its massively cheaper elsewhere i will travel.
should tide me over tll PES09
scottwilson82
29-09-2008, 20:53
I'll have a blast at this :thumbs:
MarcusUK
29-09-2008, 21:31
So what is the exclusive ps3 mode then?
Ben [Little Funk]
29-09-2008, 22:35
Cant wait till Friday. Played the ps3 demo to death now just want the real game :clap:
I have my copy! :clap:
Please could you post some first impressions of the game or any details you think might be of interest. If you want to go into specifics about the 'Be A Pro' mode I would like to read about what to expect from it/what you do on and off the field/what sort of stats you increase etc.
Ian Vinten
30-09-2008, 09:02
Only played for about 15 mins last night.
Top line first impressions are that it's changed quite a bit from the demo - the AI seems a lot better at closing down your options so you've got to be clever about how you pull them around. On the flip side, defending is easier with tackling being a lot better.
Aftertouch plays a big part too, you can really whip crosses and free kicks now.
Keepers seem to have been taken down a notch, if you get one-on-one then blast it from around the spot and you'll score nine times out of ten...
Obviously couldn't try the new online bits on the 360 last night and the PS3 version I got didn't come with the code you need to download the cool stuff.
I'll get on tonight and post again tomorrow a bit more in depth.
LouBarlow
30-09-2008, 09:52
Top line first impressions are that it's changed quite a bit from the demo
:brickwall
Was always annoying when Evo did the same. Why even bother with a demo?
Ian Vinten
30-09-2008, 10:34
It's not a completely different game or anything - it's just changed enough to be noticable.
Sparky uk
30-09-2008, 11:10
:brickwall
Was always annoying when Evo did the same. Why even bother with a demo?
One of the reasons I stopped playing demos of games that I knew I was going to buy
internetuser
30-09-2008, 12:51
Demo builds can be a good few month old, its either no demo or old demo.
remember the days when people cried out for demos ? fair point when they change massivly.
Some are spot on tho, COD4 beta etc and made people buy it
Ian Vinten
30-09-2008, 13:15
Been playing a lot of local co-op at lunch.
Awesome fun.
As a pro-evo man up until euro 2008 really I think one of the reasons that I like Fifa 09 so much is that if someone gave it to you a year ago and said "this it pro evo 2008" then you would have believed them.
The shooting is a lot better. I've always preferred Pro Evo's shots, they feel a lot more direct for some reason and that was one thing that really held me back from loving Euro 2008. It's still not perfect but is a lot better than Fifa 08.
Matthew Godfrey
30-09-2008, 18:12
Anyone ordered the 360 version from Play.com? Checking my order status and its still not gone into packing. Getting concerned that its increasingly unlikely to turn up for day of release!
Anyone ordered the 360 version from Play.com? Checking my order status and its still not gone into packing. Getting concerned that its increasingly unlikely to turn up for day of release!
It's one of the reasons I'd never order a game from play that I'd want on time...
You are better off from the likes of gameplay or ******
DuncanSWardle
30-09-2008, 18:50
Anyone ordered the 360 version from Play.com? Checking my order status and its still not gone into packing. Getting concerned that its increasingly unlikely to turn up for day of release!
Last dozen or so games I have had from them (although thats spread over last 18 months or more as mostly get from Tesco in store) have turned up either Thursday prior to launch or the Friday
However the posting thing never really seems to change until the Wednesday
is this already on sale somewhere or something? a few on my friends list seem to be playing already, and no pirates have this at the moment.
Its not on general sale anywhere that I have heard of.
Luckily I managed to pick up my copy (dont ask me where).
Game gave up a few nice easy gamerpoints (most welcome after the slogfest that was Star Wars Force Unleashed) :lol:
Played a few games offline and seems like I might actually be playing this after the launch week (by which time I have usually switched to Pro Evo).
Praying that this years Pro Evo will do itself justice though, as I think the 2 games will be sufficiently differently paced, that they will compliment each other quite nicely.
is this already on sale somewhere or something? a few on my friends list seem to be playing already, and no pirates have this at the moment.
yes they do, it came out last night...possibly where UKBoy got his from
Ian Vinten - is the game still as fast as the demo? I really felt the game played too quickly.
Ian Vinten - is the game still as fast as the demo? I really felt the game played too quickly.
Cant you alter the speed in the settings ? :shrug:
MR.COATES
01-10-2008, 08:37
Yes, apparently it can be done in the 360 demo but not the PS3 demo (should be in the full game though).
Looked everywhere in the options in the 360 demo last night when playing a mate. Couldn't find any setting :shrug:
MR.COATES
01-10-2008, 09:11
Someone on here lied about that then, can't say personally as I've only downloaded the PS3 demo. Thought it would be odd to have that feature in one demo and not the other. Fanboys!
Someone on here lied about that then, can't say personally as I've only downloaded the PS3 demo. Thought it would be odd to have that feature in one demo and not the other. Fanboys!
That was me. The option is there in the demo on the 360 version you need to scroll down a bit, it doesn't appear until you do.
yes they do, it came out last night...possibly where UKBoy got his from
Don't be associating me with any "scurvy dogs" thanks.
Mine is a bona fide full retail version thanks.:)
That was me. The option is there in the demo on the 360 version you need to scroll down a bit, it doesn't appear until you do.
In which menu? I really want to try this at a more realistic pace.
It isn't possible on the PS3 version, or so I've read.
Edit: OK just checked the 360 demo and you go into Game Settings, press the RT to go to Advanced. Scroll down under the Match tab and Game Speed should be the bottom option.
:thumbs:
This is one thing about these EA menus , there are so many options that sometimes it just TOO much !! if you know what i mean :thinking:
the_daddy
01-10-2008, 11:10
So come on guys, let's have some more info on how the game play's and especially the be a pro mode, can't belive theres still two days to wait.
bloody Blockbusters wont let me reserve one as they've taken too many preorders, thats not good!
Ben [Little Funk]
01-10-2008, 12:15
Mine's been posted from Play :thumbs:
internetuser
01-10-2008, 12:33
bloody Blockbusters wont let me reserve one as they've taken too many preorders, thats not good!
I some how think you may be able to pick this up on launch day with out problems.....
Had an email saying it's in the post :)
So, tomorrow is creating 2 new players and a quick go online. Then it's all set for FIFA Friday and an evening of co-op Be A Pro :D
Looking forward to Friday. Due to an office move I am working from home for a few hours and then I can play single player and co-op in the evening. Roll on Friday :thumbs:
Cheers johnMac! :thumbs:
Right trigger to go advanced! Of course! Why didn't I think of that! :brickwall:
Wont have a chance to play the demo again before the game is actually out unfortunately. But hopefully it will remember the setting in the full version.
having spent a few hours on this, i am not sure i like te be a pro mode in this game. I am playing CM, and barely get a chance for a shot on goal. It also seems to have a crap way of tracking your performance. It all seems to be a percentage based thing (is it built by yanks?). It seems that you are better off not doing stuff, than trying and failing.
i had one go online, that seemed to play well, even though i lost 2:0 (nothing new there though )
i even lost to Derby, and am sitting near the bottom of the league as Forest, christ this game is realistic :D
and red cards are quite frequent :(
having spent a few hours on this, i am not sure i like te be a pro mode in this game. I am playing CM, and barely get a chance for a shot on goal. It also seems to have a crap way of tracking your performance. It all seems to be a percentage based thing (is it built by yanks?). It seems that you are better off not doing stuff, than trying and failing.
It was the same in Euro 2008...you could miss 1 tackle and your match rating would plummet dramatically.
Overall, I still like the way it worked though...plus in this version, you can get added points for completing match objectives. Looking forward to starting it :)
It was the same in Euro 2008...you could miss 1 tackle and your match rating would plummet dramatically.
Overall, I still like the way it worked though...plus in this version, you can get added points for completing match objectives. Looking forward to starting it :)
i did like the game though, but i need to practice!
match objective...yeeah, i had one that said achieve 2 shots in one game..i didnt quite manage that...so in the next match it made it 4 shots! cheers i thought.
it is good though, i quite liked the pace, seemed pretty good.
How does Be A Pro work? Do you have to stay in the right part of the field, mark people, win tackles, successfully pass to other players, shoot on target, score etc? Can you switch positions or are you stuck with the one you first pick?
Previous football games haven't kept my interest for long but I intend to give FIFA 09 a decent shot. I suppose the good thing about FIFA 09 even before I play it is that if Be A Pro isn't right for me I can play normal team play or manage a club instead.
I'm looking forward to the 10 on 10 games :D if we set a game up through here, do we just use a team, or our own created players??
I have it sitting on my desk here at work, taunting me .... I was going to read through the menu & help answer the questions above, but it's a typical EA manual & reveals next to nothing. :|
I have it sitting on my desk here at work, taunting me .... I was going to read through the menu & help answer the questions above, but it's a typical EA manual & reveals next to nothing. :|
Please say you can play co-op Be A Pro :)
How does Be A Pro work? Do you have to stay in the right part of the field, mark people, win tackles, successfully pass to other players, shoot on target, score etc? Can you switch positions or are you stuck with the one you first pick?
you have to be in the right part to score position points...but you can go whereever you please. You get + stats for making successful tackles, jostles, shots, defending well, etc. You also get negative points for doing stuff badly. This is where it can be annoying. For example... i left my self out of CM when we were losing so i could hopefully help score..but you get penalised for being out of position.
Now, that should not be negative, but the system isnt that flexible..i dont know how it could cator for situations like this to be fair though.
dribbling seems quite hard though, which is good, as you cannot just steam up the pitch past everyone, well, not as the player i was anyhow.
i am not sure if you can change your pros position, ive not looked yet.
MR.COATES
02-10-2008, 08:56
Yeay, copy just arrived from Game!
:clap:
Hopefully mine is sitting at home when I get in tonight :D
Please say you can play co-op Be A Pro :)
It says .. "Up to three friends can jump in during your career & help your Pro progress".
Sounds good so far :D
Thanks Tony :thumbs:
Bapapapa
02-10-2008, 09:52
Midnight at Tesco (http://www.thedvdforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=520194) it is then..
Who's up for a wee hours game..? :D
Ben [Little Funk]
02-10-2008, 10:13
I hope mine turns up today. It should considered it was posted yesterday morning.
the_daddy
02-10-2008, 10:34
How does the "be a pro" mode begin? Are you in the reserves of your chosen club? Or do you get to play in the first team straight away ? Also, only having played euro 2008 and not any of the recent Fifa's, does be the pro mode's four seasons include things like cup games, internationals and friendlies ??
How does the "be a pro" mode begin? Are you in the reserves of your chosen club? Or do you get to play in the first team straight away ? Also, only having played euro 2008 and not any of the recent Fifa's, does be the pro mode's four seasons include things like cup games, friendlies ??
reserves
Tesco cheapest for this £28.71. Good price
....does the pro mode's four seasons include things like cup games, internationals and friendlies ??
The manual mentions that if you do well enough you can get picked to play International matches.
Bapapapa
02-10-2008, 10:53
But what if you don't impress in the reserves?
I don't fancy 'playing' 4 seasons sitting on the bench/stands.. :(
:nuts:
ive not been sat on the bench, can that happen?
im still in the reserves after several games :( im playing on intermeidate skill, maybe i should have started on novice
internetuser
02-10-2008, 11:03
Think I may get pc world to price match tomorrow... my new flat mate may think i am a geek if i head out at midnight for a video game..... (she is female, anybloke would think its ultra cool... honest)
I used to be able to rely on Gameplay to have a good game delivered before release, but both Pure and now FIFA 09 haven't turned up on Thursday. I'll see how they do wih the next few games I have on pre-order (Far Cry 2, LittleBigPenis and Fable 2) but I might have to consider leaving them on the bench after the next few games.
Sheepking
02-10-2008, 13:19
no sign of mine. :(
MR.COATES
02-10-2008, 13:48
Absolutely loving this edition of Fifa. I've always loved the presentation and 'official' feel of the series but have always conceded that Pro Evo plays more responsively.
Until now.
FIFA finally plays as good as it looks.
:notworthy
Ben [Little Funk]
02-10-2008, 13:49
Mines not coming today :(:(
Bapapapa
02-10-2008, 13:50
Anyone played it online yet..?
Really *need* this to be playable or I might have to off myself.. :nuts:
clarkyboy100
02-10-2008, 13:52
No postie at all today. I had the whole night free for this. Bah! Back to Tiger Woods I think!
Awwww, just noticed that the Live Season facility doesn't cover the Scottish Premier League. :| ... Guess i'll just have to use my free trial with the English Premier League. Thankfully it covers the entire 2008/09 season.
I've not really played a FIFA/PES since my PS2 days. Looking at all the controls in the manual, when did console footie games get so complicated?!? .... EEK!!
Anyone played it online yet..?
Really *need* this to be playable or I might have to off myself.. :nuts:
i played some italian chap, and was fine, only tried 1v1 though
Can you actually control shots with this though?
As in pro evo you can choose to shape a side footed curled shot or just blast it.
Playing the demo it was down to the computer to decide which type to take on, personally that removes a lot from the game for me. It doesn't feel like i am controlling, unless you can and i just dont know the controls :lol:
Can you actually control shots with this though?
As in pro evo you can choose to shape a side footed curled shot or just blast it.
Playing the demo it was down to the computer to decide which type to take on, personally that removes a lot from the game for me. It doesn't feel like i am controlling, unless you can and i just dont know the controls :lol:
According to the manual, the only shooting options are...
B = Shot
B + RB = Finesse/Placed Shot
B + LB = Chip Shot
Seems you can only put spin on the ball when taking free-kicks.
Sheepking
02-10-2008, 14:52
Can you actually control shots with this though?
As in pro evo you can choose to shape a side footed curled shot or just blast it.
Playing the demo it was down to the computer to decide which type to take on, personally that removes a lot from the game for me. It doesn't feel like i am controlling, unless you can and i just dont know the controls :lol:
Set the shot controll to semi or manual.
Use RB to hit a side foot. use LT to hit a controlled blast. shoot on its own is more powerfull.
the player will use the outside of his boot depended on what footed he is based on where you are shooting from.
Sheepking
02-10-2008, 14:54
Seems you can only put spin on the ball when taking free-kicks.
Only played for about 15 mins last night.
Aftertouch plays a big part too, you can really whip crosses and free kicks now.
You can bend shots in the demo too.
Semi or manual shot control?!? ... Christ! the supplied manual is ****! :|
Heard on the radio that Blockbuster are doing this for £35 with a free football worth 10 quid and £5 off another game
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