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Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PC)

Description: Genre: Sports / Manufacturer: Konami / With the Pro Evolution Soccer series renowned for its fluid, realistic gameplay, ... more

Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PC) ... the new game builds on the implementation of Teamvision with additional key advances. As with previous releases since its inception in 1996, the ball is again treated as a separate entity, with the timing of shots entirely down to the player, while the new AI ensures that defenders work to close down space and block efforts on goal. Similarly, distribution of passes works along the same lines, with players using the space available to them to switch the ball. Close control has also been enhanced with more control when dribbling the ball, and a number of subtle moves added to bypass defenders and move the ball into space.

Newest Review: ... upgrade, but unfortunately it seems that the new looks have been at the expense of what PES has always been about, the ... more

... football. Perhaps this product was rushed to be finished in time for the Christmas rush. Apparently one of the leading designers of the came has come forward and apologised for this years version, so it seems Konami didnt put as much effort into this one. However this is their first effort in the new 'next-gen' sector which has enormous potential. Certainly PES2009 will have to be a whole lot better than this to keep fans loyal....more

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Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PC): Beauty is only skin deep. (948 words)
by netrocyn - written on 20/02/08 (Very useful, 47 readings)
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Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer has always has a strong fan following on both console and PC alike. The PC platform has traditionally made it easier for modders to create patches for the game, to fill in the gaps that Konami leave, in search of the perfect footballing experience. PC owners have often felt short changed in the past with PC versions of PES being rough conversions of the console editions. This has led one or two compatiblity and control issues over the years, and leaving the PC PES players feeling ignored slightly. The latest offer is in an important milestone in the series, as it sees the adaptation of so called 'next-gen' technology, promising better ...

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