FIFA 12 Demo Available Now, Post Impressions Here (360, PS3, PC)

[SpHSpH]

Do I need to have a GOLD-level XBOX Live membership to download the demo? I have never had GOLD membership - and I have downloaded demos for other games before!

Does the demo become available to SILVER (free) level at some point?

This sucks - why would EA want to prevent a potential customer?

[PeruvianPlaya954]

Quote: Originally Posted by SpHSpH

Do I need to have a GOLD-level XBOX Live membership to download the demo? I have never had GOLD membership - and I have downloaded demos for other games before! Does the demo become available to SILVER (free) level at some point? This sucks - why would EA want to prevent a potential customer?

I know times are rough man, but you need to get with the program. If you can afford an Xbox360 and possibly a $60 FIFA video game, you can get an online membership for $50 for a year.

And to answer your question, I don't think it's being released to silver level. But you can always create a new username and get a free month of gold level.

[rckabillyRaider]

man, I am struggling. Playing on professional (usually play on world class) and I have yet to score a goal! Tactical defending is taking some time to get used to. One thing I notice though, is that the cpu will literally keep possession forever when playing with tactical defending. Gotta play some more

[Super Glock]

Have spent just about all day playing this game and it is great. I am pretty much new to the FIFA series and only played 11 a couple times but I could tell the difference immediately. IMO FIFA 12 is such an improvement.

All I can say is the Holy Trinity (impact engine, tactical defending, precision dribbling) is legit. Little did I know that a soccer game would be my most anticipated game.

[PeruvianPlaya954]

Quote: Originally Posted by Super Glock

Have spent just about all day playing this game and it is great. I am pretty much new to the FIFA series and only played 11 a couple times but I could tell the difference immediately. IMO FIFA 12 is such an improvement. All I can say is the Holy Trinity (impact engine, tactical defending, precision dribbling) is legit. Little did I know that a soccer game would be my most anticipated game.

This type of post seems to happen more often every year from non-soccer gamers who are playing FIFA for first time in a while to see what it's like. Still doesn't give much in-depth impressions/reviews for those die-hards who have been playing for years. Not trying to rain on your parade; just trying to provide some perspective.

[Holt81]

After playing the demo for a bit, I'm gonna get this game when it comes out. Def feels more refined. I have 11 years of playing experience in this sport and while FIFA is not a perfect game like any other game, the demo is showing me a great game of soccer. I'll get into more detail in another post after I spend some more time with it.

I'm on the PS3, had FIFA 11 on the 360 and FIFA 12 on the PS3 looks nice and crisp, specially the player models. Not sure if it's just me or anyone else noticed, the player models, field and lighting looks much better to me. And the camera angle seems different but I really like it.

Can't wait to play the full version.

[Super Glock]

Quote: Originally Posted by PeruvianPlaya954

This type of post seems to happen more often every year from non-soccer gamers who are playing FIFA for first time in a while to see what it's like. Still doesn't give much in-depth impressions/reviews for those die-hards who have been playing for years. Not trying to rain on your parade; just trying to provide some perspective.

I totally agree with you. My opinion is coming from a total soccer noob no doubt, and a veteran of the game may not be nearly as impressed. I am actually glad that I am new to the game because it seems so fresh and impressive to me. It looks like I couldn't of picked a better time to join the series.

[Holt81]

Quote: Originally Posted by Super Glock

I totally agree with you. My opinion is coming from a total soccer noob no doubt, and a veteran of the game may not be nearly as impressed. I am actually glad that I am new to the game because it seems so fresh and impressive to me. It looks like I couldn't of picked a better time to join the series.

Are you brand new to the sport of soccer?