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  • Steve_OS
    Editor-in-Chief
    • Jul 2002
    • 33303

    #1

    Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

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    PES 2011: Football Evolved

    Total revamp, total freedom, total football


    Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH will deliver a completely new footballing experience later this year with the advent of PES 2011, for PlayStationยฎ3, Xbox 360, PC-DVD, Wii, PlayStation 2 and PSPโ„ข (PlayStationยฎPortable), which sees the publisherโ€™s long-running series undergo the most radical revamp in its history.

    The PES range has long been regarded as offering incredible realism and control, but PES 2011 will reinvigorate the series with the most advanced raft of gameplay additions, control options, and animations to meet the evolution of real-life football. Central to its total freedom of play, PES 2011 introduces a power bar for each player that allows the user to determine the exact strength and placement of every pass and shot. Balls can now be spread absolutely anywhere with utter precision, with long balls into space, short passes to feet and intricate one-twos allowing the player to dictate play and control the tempo of a match.

    This freedom of play is also extended via new AI routines designed to place every move and decision in the playerโ€™s hands. No longer will assisted AI intervene during matches; users will now need to sense and react to threats; and passes will not automatically reach the nearest player. Instead, all-new routines facilitate complete control both of the player and their chosen actions in every respect to give the player sublime control over every movement.

    โ€œIt was time for PES to transform, and PES 2011 represents the most ambitious redesign in the seriesโ€™ history,โ€ commented Jon Murphy, European PES Team Leader for Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH. โ€œWeโ€™ve continued to work closely with the fans to pinpoint what it is about football that PES didnโ€™t do. Total freedom was the priority and all-new animation a must. PES 2011 does both โ€“ indeed, they are directly linked to each other โ€“ and while the new game is recognisably PES at its heart, it is also the most radically improved version ever.โ€

    Key to PES 2011โ€™s new approach is a specially-designed control system that allows total control over every element of play. The triangulation of passes and making space using clever runs becomes paramount, and build-up play is everything. Likewise, dribbling and close control are tougher to master, and the days of making streaking runs through the centre of the park are over, as PES mirrors the real-life football.

    The result is the most complete and realistic PES to date. PES 2011 delivers an evolved experience that still has the key PES ehthos of skill and realism at its core. Likewise, every other aspect of the game has been totally reworked, including:

    โ€ข Total Control: PES Productions has enhanced the 360-degree passing ratio, offering unprecedented levels of control over every pass, shot, throw-in, through ball and lofted through balls. This allows users to pass the ball into space, and move their play with total freedom. Players must precisely weight their passes and second-guess the runs of their team-mates and exploit their movement. Players even can apply pressure on opponents to force them off the ball.

    โ€ข Shot & Stamina Gauge: In addition to the generic power gauge, the Shot & Stamina meter details the playerโ€™s exact level of fitness. Constantly sprinting will affect the playerโ€™s movements and will have an adverse affect on his stats, with passes going awry and a loss of pace.

    โ€ข New Defender AI: Defenders now hold their positions naturally, no longer chasing any ball that enters their area; preferring to close down the attacker and force them into a mistake.

    โ€ข Animation and Player Physics: PES Productions has totally reworked every element of in-game animation. These additions will become clear before even kick-off, with the players enjoying fluid, natural movements, with more realistic acceleration and inertia than ever before. The physicality between players is also improved, which was a priority requested in PES forums. Jostling and blocking now looks stunning, while there is a larger variety of convincing tackling styles. Ambient animation also adds immensely to the in-game atmosphere, as players behave realistically when off the ball, and walk and run with a variety of individual styles.

    โ€ข Speed of Play: The new level of control means that PES 2011 enjoys a more considered pace of play, which varies dependent on situations. The game will burst into life as counter-attacks come into play, but players can dictate the pace via slow build up or exploiting available space to surge forward. It is harder to make long runs from midfield, and successful play will depend on making quick passes to make room.

    โ€ข Aesthetics: PES 2010 showcased the best likenesses in a football game, and PES 2011 ups the ante further. Facial animation has been enhanced, but the key advances are over 1000 all-new animations which have been recreated from the ground up using over 100 hours of motion captured footage. Every aspect of player movement has been reworked, with more organic runs, turns, throw-ins, tackles, and interaction. The way players speed up and slow down is also more natural, while replays display elements of motion blur that bring your saved goals to vivid life.

    โ€ข Tactical and Strategy: The sheer number of options available in the PES series has established it as a remarkably flexible simulation, allowing players to stamp their playing style on each match. The PES Productions team has implemented an all new โ€˜Drag and Dropโ€™ mechanism that can be used in every aspect of team management, not just substitutions or formation changes. These settings are also animated to promote better understanding of the plays that have been altered.

    โ€ข Feint settings: PES has always offered a wide range of subtle skills, feints and turns, but PES 2011 allows users to map their favourite move sequences to the right stick, making them more accessible than ever before.

    โ€ข Master League Online: Master League will offer an all-new challenge, as users are invited to try their hand against other managers online. PES 2011 will mark the online debut for its much-loved Master League element, with players bidding against each other for the worldโ€™s best players, and attempting to build a squad that can compete with the best against online peers all over the globe.

    PES 2011 also features a myriad of smaller additions, all designed to enhance the overall experience. The gameโ€™s difficulty level has been upped thanks to the greater control on offer, while new camera angles showcase the gameโ€™s stunning visuals and animation. Likewise, in accordance with the strong wishes of the fan base, both referees and goal keepers have been improved in both aesthetic and AI terms, while an all-new commentary process has been implemented that offers a better and less repetitive overview of the proceedings.

    The game will also see the return of Lionel Messi โ€“ arguably the greatest player in the modern game โ€“ as its cover star, and the expansion of its UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League elements, and the addition of the Copa Liberadores, South Americaโ€™s most influential and important club-based competition.

    โ€œThis is just the tip of the iceberg for PES 2011,โ€ concluded Murphy. โ€œWe have some significant announcements still to come regarding game modes and gameplay functions. The first footage of the new game perfectly showcases the new animation and freedom elements that beat at the heart of the new game. We are confident that PES 2011 will both surprise and delight football fans. They are going to have to relearn how they play, as this is a very different game, but I am confident it will blow them all away.โ€

    PES 2011 will be released for PlayStationยฎ3, Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStationยฎ2, PSPโ„ข (PlayStationยฎPortable), and PC-DVD in the Autumn.
    Steve Noah
    Editor-in-Chief
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  • scamden311
    Banned
    • Feb 2003
    • 908

    #2
    Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced

    My jaw is on the ground right now. Its like they listened to my mental wishlist and said yes to every single item.

    The video they released showing the animations with messi is amazing.The movement iis so fluid and natural.

    Omg, I need a delorean that runs on garbage because waiting for this game is going to kill me.

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    • bonannogiovanni
      MVP
      • Oct 2004
      • 1339

      #3
      Link to the video please?

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      • goz
        Rookie
        • Nov 2002
        • 192

        #4
        Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Screenshots Included

        It's about freaking time Konami!!!!!! I hope they also completely overhauled the Keepers animations and not just added one or two different animations. Sounds very promising.

        Peace.

        GOZ

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        • goz
          Rookie
          • Nov 2002
          • 192

          #5
          Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Screenshots Included

          Originally posted by bonannogiovanni
          Link to the video please?


          Top post.

          Peace.
          GOZ

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          • bonannogiovanni
            MVP
            • Oct 2004
            • 1339

            #6
            Thanks, but it doesn't seem gameplay footage to me.

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            • TreyIM2
              MVP
              • Apr 2009
              • 1425

              #7
              Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Screenshots Included

              Originally posted by goz
              http://winningelevenblog.com/

              Top post.

              Peace.
              GOZ
              Good catch. The animations do look pretty good. Konami trying to reclaim the crown? We'll see.
              Just cuz you pour syrup on ish....

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              • Moshood
                Rookie
                • Jul 2007
                • 352

                #8
                Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Screenshots Included

                Excellent!

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                • rckabillyRaider
                  MVP
                  • Jul 2008
                  • 4399

                  #9
                  Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                  did they have to release all this info already?! now I want this game ASAP!

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                  • P2K
                    Banned
                    • Aug 2006
                    • 8845

                    #10
                    Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                    They claim the trailer is actual in-game play.

                    Me? I'm skeptical lol. I'll wait until more in-game footage comes along, but damn! I'M EXCITED!!!

                    Gameplay talk galore. The other game don't do this ****

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                    • BrianFifaFan
                      Semi-retired
                      • Oct 2003
                      • 4144

                      #11
                      Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                      And this just sealed the deal. I see a screen name change coming very soon... If they capture Fifa's movement and ability to do skills with the RS and pair it with their superior depth, it's no contest in my book. I'll be pre-ordering this as soon as I can for PC!
                      Note to Tiburon Marketing:

                      A great product sells itself, no "back of the box" features required! (See Fifa...)

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                      • ezio
                        MVP
                        • Jun 2003
                        • 2853

                        #12
                        Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                        Originally posted by BrianFifaFan
                        And this just sealed the deal. I see a screen name change coming very soon... If they capture Fifa's movement and ability to do skills with the RS and pair it with their superior depth, it's no contest in my book. I'll be pre-ordering this as soon as I can for PC!
                        I agree. Assuming they actually deliver on it

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                        • spit_bubble
                          MVP
                          • Nov 2004
                          • 3292

                          #13
                          Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                          Sounds like they are attempting to eliminate the pinball passing, with weighted passes and stamina effecting ability. Combine that with the new animations and "considered pace of play" and it sounds like it will feel a lot more organic...

                          Right stick feints are a welcome addition...

                          Obviously a lot remains to be seen... Like how the AI plays... Which can really only been revealed with some good hands on time.

                          I'm most curious at this point what South American club teams will be added, to go along with the addition of the Copa Liberadores.
                          All ties severed...

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                          • Tomba
                            TOMBA IS ONLINE
                            • Sep 2006
                            • 8917

                            #14
                            Re: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Features Announced, Trailer and Screenshots Included

                            I have no idea what to expect but fifa world cup 2010 is arguably the best playing soccer game I've played minus the shotty shooting at goal(which can be taken as realistic or just not user friendly)

                            PES needs to completely redo their running animations that's for sure
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                            • MrSimCity
                              Rookie
                              • Nov 2007
                              • 175

                              #15
                              This looks and sounds top notch.

                              The facial expressions on Messi's face here - http://www.operationsports.com/mediaview.php?id=690 are extremely varied, in-depth and accurate for a SPORTS game

                              Each one of those different expressions look like a real person and look like Messi
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