FIFA 09 Demo Available, Impressions Here

[BrianFifaFan]

Quote: Originally Posted by JRod

Qb had some good impression but let me make one clear point. The controls have taken a step back from UEFA EURO. I wouldn't say they are sluggish or unresponsive but they are more like FIFA 08 than PES or EURO. It bothers me after playing EURO and hot that game felt. Turns and movement don't feel as fluid as they should be. It's not that the players feel heavy of 'weighty' but just a lag in control and quickness. Now I don't expect it to be like Konami where 180 degree change was an exploit to get seperation. I hope they address this a little better in the final version.

I have a feeling that its a ratings issue again. Everyone on EURO was an all-star with high ratings, so the game was fast and smooth. Just like Fifa08 these guys don't feel as "crisp" as I think they should. I can see how they rate them a little low so Man Mode wouldn't be all super players, but this kinda messes up online as the guys are semi-dumb on the default ratings. I gripe about the ratings being whack because, even on Fifa08 you could tell a night and day difference between my Man Mode team after 12 seasons and the default online rosters. It made it almost unplayable. I'm looking forward to building up my Devils again and having some mad fun in Man Mode. This game is gonna be awesome! Brian

[JRod]

Quote: Originally Posted by BrianFifaFan

I have a feeling that its a ratings issue again. Everyone on EURO was an all-star with high ratings, so the game was fast and smooth. Just like Fifa08 these guys don't feel as "crisp" as I think they should. I can see how they rate them a little low so Man Mode wouldn't be all super players, but this kinda messes up online as the guys are semi-dumb on the default ratings. I gripe about the ratings being whack because, even on Fifa08 you could tell a night and day difference between my Man Mode team after 12 seasons and the default online rosters. It made it almost unplayable. I'm looking forward to building up my Devils again and having some mad fun in Man Mode. This game is gonna be awesome! Brian

No it's not ratings. It has to do with input and the reaction on the field. I'll get used to it but it's not as silky as EURO.

[Altimus]

Downloading right now, can't wait!

[Meazza]

It's finally on PSN. Downloading now

[BrianFifaFan]

Well, I've played 5 matches so far. I've scored one goal with Ballack in the 80th against Marseille. I won that one 1-0. The other 4 have all gone to penalties with me going 3-1. This is on Pro, as I'm trying to get a hold of everything before stepping up. I'm just amazed by the amount of animations and the ball physics. Much more "sloppy" play. Man, I can't wait. I just hate that I have to send this turd of a console into the shop. Oh well, It ran faithfully without a hitch for over two years......Brian

[Mad 69]

What build is the demo? I'm sure we will see some differences in the final version.

WOW.. the graphics... just... WOW.

This may be the best looking sports game ever, seriously.

Smooth animations, beautiful player models and stadiums... absolutely incredible.

I already loved FIFA's gameplay, and that seems very improved as well.

This is going to be a great year.

[Acid]

I don't like the curve on the free kicks.

It's ridiculous how it moves about 10 feet just as it's approaching the goal.