.co.uk Review
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In a nutshell:
It’s been a national institution for over decade now and the
latest FIFA game is finally here, with lots more attacking
gameplay, more customisation, more attention to detail, more
online and offline multiplayer options and the deepest manager
mode ever for the series.
The lowdown:
With Konami’s Pro Evolution Soccer series snapping at its heels
with ever more voracity, suddenly it’s FIFA that’s got something
to prove. The answer for this year’s edition is a new emphasis on
attacking play, with a suite of new tackling, dribbling and
shielding controls. Naturally, it’s got all the new stats for the
05/06 season, but with the new create-a-player option you can
change the facts to fit you. Also new is a 15 year career manager
mode to prove your footballing skills don’t end when you’re off
the pitch.
Most exciting moment:
Winning the treble after 15 years of hard graft in the all new
career mode.
Since you ask:
According to cover star Wayne Rooney, the FIFA series is popular
with many other premiership players, especially when travelling
together for away matches.
The bottom line:
The best FIFA game, if not the best football game, ever.
Harrison Dent
Manufacturer's Description
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EA Sports FIFA 06 brings the total football experience to your
fingertips. It delivers a combination of attacking gameplay,
complete customisation, pure authenticity and the deepest manager
mode ever.
Intuitive gameplay enables you to command every move of your
player with pinpoint accuracy. Passing, shooting and tackling are
now more responsive than ever and enable you to trap, shield and
dribble like a world-class footballer.
Experience 90 minutes of heart pumping football; feel the team
chemistry of your side and the sense of momentum shift as you
battle for supremacy on the pitch. As the midfield maestro you'll
control the overarching strategy of the game, dictating the pace
and performance of your players as you execute strategic
decisions on-the-fly using the play button
configurations.
Master the most immersive management mode ever. Sign sponsors,
scour the transfer market and buy players to build the perfect
squad. Uncover the stars of the future or drop the strugglers and
make some extra money. My FIFA now gives you the tools to create
a star player and customise every aspect of FIFA 06 to fit your
individual playing style and preferences.FIFA 06 delivers the
most comprehensive line-up of official, licensed leagues from
around the world of football with an unprecedented level of real
clubs, kits, stadiums and players. FIFA 06 gives you as much
football as you want, whenever you want.
Key features
* Attacking gameplay:
Battle your rivals as the midfield maestro using physical play
and on-the-ball skill. All-new tackling, dribbling and shielding
with the ball give you complete control on the pitch, while
button configurations mean you can execute strategic
decisions on-the-fly during play.
* All new manager mode
Determine the e of your club in the 15-year Career Mode.
Control club budgets, manage coaching staff, decide on
formations or search a new, fully-functional transfer market for
star players of the future.
* Pure authenticity:
The definitive officially-licensed football game, FIFA 06
contains over 21 leagues, 10,000 world-class players and the
latest 05/06 statistics. Experience all-new multimedia videos
that highlight the golden moments and heritage of football
history, past and present.
* All-new FIFA lounge:
Play offline with up to 8 players in the FIFA Lounge match-up
system. Set up competitions via match central, then take on your
friends to find the ultimate champion. If you rank high enough
you'll be granted special rewards that you can use to gain the
competitive edge in your next match.
* Complete customisation:
Shape FIFA 06 into your own personalised football world. With the
all-new Create-A-Player you can now design a star from scratch,
customising everything from his passing ability to his appearance
and body-type. Then take it one step further and use the My FIFA
and Team Management tools to set each aspect of the game to fit
your individual playing style and preferences.
* Online Play:
Play online against up to 2 other players or even enter the FIFA
Interactive World Cup to challenge football fans from all around
the world. Discover if you've got what it takes to be the best.