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Electronic Arts redefines soccer simulation gaming with the newest installment of the ongoing FIFA franchise

Electronic Arts redefines soccer simulation gaming with the newest installment of the ongoing FIFA franchise

Vote: (92 votes)

Program license: Paid

Developer: ELECTRONIC ARTS

Version: 1.0

Works under: Windows

Also available for Mac Android

Vote:

Program license

(92 votes)

Paid

Developer

Version

ELECTRONIC ARTS

1.0

Works under:

Also available for

Windows

Mac Android

Pros

  • The new precision control style of ball-handling is a welcome addition. There are also a series of new skills that are sure to challenge players and give them a chance to creatively expand their play style.
  • Engaging story mode that provides dramatic tension and an excellent change of pace.
  • Fantastic, immersive graphics and a visual style that makes it feel like you are watching and playing a real soccer game, not just a video game.
  • The Champion's League addition fills the one gap that the series has always contained.

Cons

  • The game is not a revolutionary improvement over past games; instead, it concentrates on making a series of smaller upgrades. Players looking for a more dramatic improvement will be disappointed.
  • Beginners may struggle to master the new controls and will almost certainly struggle in online play. This includes the new system of shots, ball handling, and passes, leaving very room for new players to learn before playing against others.

FIFA 19 is the latest entry into the legendary soccer video game franchise.

Indeed, some video game franchises are so well known that they are practically viewed as the only ones that matter within their specific franchise, like Madden for Football or the NHL Series for Hockey.

In soccer, it's the FIFA series. And FIFA 19 doesn't disappoint.

FIFA 19 was released by EA Games in September 2018 and is now available on virtually all computer and video game platforms. At the time, the game was released to widespread praise from reviewers, who noted that it featured a slew of improvements over past versions. Many of those improvements still hold up extremely well today.

The game has been described by reviewers and players alike as a natural evolution in FIFA's successful gameplay. This means that a variety of improvements were made to previous versions, rather than a complete overhaul of the successful series.

In the vast majority of cases, this works well. For example, ball handling was improved, and experienced players could ow engage in a series of subtle controller movements that would allow them to successfully engage in deeply intricate ball handling. Reviewers described this new "precision control" as a fantastic way of allowing beginner and expert players to experiment with new play styles and gave them a chance to significantly alter the way they play soccer games.

The game also contained a series of minor improvements, like timed finishing and 50/50 battles that determine how a kick is made and who wins a loose ball. Generally speaking, these improvements were hailed by players as being an exciting addition to an already stellar game series.

Like many other recent sports games, FIFA 19 contains a story mode. This story continues the plot of Alex Hunter, who first made his premier in FIFA 17. In this game, Alex Hunter signs with the Real Madrid club and tries to push himself to become the team's new star player.

When it comes to league management, the most notable improvement of FIFA 19 was the addition of the Champion's League, allowing players a whole new area of league play, players, and clubs to choose from. This addition marked the first time that the Champion's League ever appeared in a FIFA game and gave players a whole new array of options with which to experiment.

It's important to note that the addition of the Champion's League is about so much more than the players and the teams. As it has always done, FIFA takes care to add authentic details like fans, chants, play styles, and stadiums. The FIFA series has always expertly strived to add authenticity to its games. This Champion's League addition does just that.

The graphics in this game remain stellar, but they are exactly what you would expect from a franchise that has been around as long as this one. They are immersive and sharp, to the point that you can see the sweat dripping off of the player's bodies.

One of the most interesting aspects of the game is the way it emphasizes certain statistics in a way that previous versions of FIFA have not. Stamina, speed, and accuracy all matter much more than they have in previous games, forcing players to think more before rushing down the field. Reviewers also noted that it was vital that players fully understand how to use open space, rather than just blindly charging forward and hoping that everything worked out.

Pros

  • The new precision control style of ball-handling is a welcome addition. There are also a series of new skills that are sure to challenge players and give them a chance to creatively expand their play style.
  • Engaging story mode that provides dramatic tension and an excellent change of pace.
  • Fantastic, immersive graphics and a visual style that makes it feel like you are watching and playing a real soccer game, not just a video game.
  • The Champion's League addition fills the one gap that the series has always contained.

Cons

  • The game is not a revolutionary improvement over past games; instead, it concentrates on making a series of smaller upgrades. Players looking for a more dramatic improvement will be disappointed.
  • Beginners may struggle to master the new controls and will almost certainly struggle in online play. This includes the new system of shots, ball handling, and passes, leaving very room for new players to learn before playing against others.