FIFA Soccer 09
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Step onto the pitch and play professional football your way in FIFA 09. With 500 new animation sequences and all-new collision and shielding systems --representing the biggest innovations to the game engine in four years -- FIFA 09 delivers more responsive, intelligent and realistic physical action.
A new collision detection system with 360 degree coverage and hundreds of new collision animations 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. Changes to the animation system reward the skillful gamer during one-on-one situations between attackers and defenders.
From the moment you step onto the pitch, FIFA 09 challenges you to think and react like a real football 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.
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PS2 Reviews | Oct 15, 2008
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PS2 News | Oct 14, 2008
After posting record Week 1 sales throughout Europe, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced that EA Sports FIFA Soccer 09 has shipped to stores throughout North America and Asia today, providing soccer fans with a customized gameplay experience that takes advantage of the hardware specifications of each available platform— the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, PC, PlayStation 2, PSP (PlayStation Portable) system and mobile. Read More »
Also known as:
FIFA 09, EA Sports FIFA 2009, FIFA Soccer 2009 / FIFA Football 2009, FIFA 09, FIFA Football 09
Release Region: United States
Release Date: October 14, 2008
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Release Region: Australia
Release Date: October 2, 2008
Publisher: Electronic Arts
- 500 New Animation Sequences -- The largest overhaul of the football animation system delivers more responsive, intelligent and realistic physical action. Players move more fluidly around the pitch. Smaller, nimble players possess quicker first steps and have the advantage in sprints.
- 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.
- New Shielding System -- Player strength and momentum determine outcomes in challenges. Slow the pace of a game with increased control shielding the ball, enabling you to bring support players into the action. Plus, players can push off defenders to create space—at the risk of being called for a foul.
- Pro Skill Moves -- Four new skill gives 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.
- 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 on-the-fly. Now even players new to the game can challenge the best.
- Be A Pro: Seasons -- Pick a professional player or create a player and test your football ability over four seasons. Master positioning, improve your attributes and develop into an elite player. Co-operate with up to three friends fixed to their player on the same team, but compete with those same friends on individual challenges. All performances are tracked through detailed statistics.
- Be A Pro Camera -- The unique player-focused Be A Pro camera debuts on PlayStation 2 to immerse you into the action. The new camera tracks your player, re-creating the excitement as if you were on the pitch yourself.
- Manager Mode -- Featuring new options for pre-season friendlies, and the ability to create formations to customize your club for each opponent.
- Tournament Mode -- Play 61 tournaments, including 42 officially licensed ones, or create one of your own.
- Challenge Mode -- Take on the challenge of overcoming a variety of difficult scenarios to earn rewards and unlockables.
- Complete Authenticity -- Over 500 licensed teams and 30 leagues all accurately represented with correct kits and badges.
