A new game. Every year there is a new numbered part. Sometimes, after the release of the next "Fife", you could even count down some milestones in your life. Autumn, the weather is deteriorating, but for me, as a fan of EA's football simulator, it's waiting time for another football game with the hope that something will improve there. And there were often such improvements. Small at times, but still improvements. And here we are on the threshold of "FIFA 09".
The game was pleasantly surprised by a noticeable improvement in graphics. It seems that it is in this game that the graphics for the PC format have finally moved forward a little. The players began to look more realistic, their movements became smoother, and the facial animations, although still scary, became much more expressive. Special attention is paid to the details: the wet hair and the rain-shiny faces of the players create the atmosphere of a real match. And when players breathe in winter, steam comes out of their mouths, which adds realism to the game.
Innovations in weather effects deserve special mention. For example, heavy rain not only adds to the entertainment, but also affects the gameplay: the ball slides on the wet lawn differently, and players can make mistakes in control. These details add depth to the gameplay and emphasize the desire of the developers to create a more realistic football simulator.
The work on AI is also commendable. The actions of both your rivals and your team members have become more logical and meaningful. Football players choose their position better, make more informed decisions in difficult situations and react faster to developments. This made the matches more dynamic and exciting. But you shouldn't flatter yourself. They are still quite clumsy and can freak out on the field.
Traditionally, the FIFA 09 series offers an extensive selection of championships, cups and tournaments. Players can plunge into the competitions of national leagues, major international tournaments and guide their favorite team through all stages of the competition. For fans of football statistics and tactics, this is a real pleasure.
FIFA 09 has offered notable improvements, especially in the graphics and realism of the matches. However, most of the changes remain cosmetic rather than revolutionary. Despite this, the game provides enough new details and features to keep the attention of football fans and fans of the series. This is a step forward for the franchise, I personally think so, but not so significant as to radically change its perception. But I still liked the game.
8 out of 10.
