FIFA 08

At a risk of stating the obvious, the FIFA series has certainly had its fair share of ups and downs over the years. While always beautiful on the eyes and ears, the FIFA line likewise featured a fair slew of scoring cheats, long load times and management flaws. No wonder the 'FIFA vs. PES' debate continues to live on.

In FIFA 08, however, EA finally hit paydirt. The game's rock solid artificial intelligence plus physics-based control scheme - at last! - puts the series on par with the realism of Konami's offering. You're going to have to earn every goal in FIFA 08, and simultaneously note individual player skillsets, right/left foot dynamics and pitch condition. Last, star player skill moves are both easy to execute while realistic in their likelihood of success.

Thankfully, 08 didn't neglect FIFA's audio/video legacy in accomplishing the above. The player models - even on the PSP - look sharp, ditto the eclectic international soundtrack powering it. Play-by-play remains a FIFA strength, the same for crowd chants and ambiance.

In sum: if ever there was a FIFA title deemed a 'must purchase,' this one is it. It is a strong upgrade over 07, moreover plays like a dream across several platforms. (The PS3 version is a sight to behold.)

i would definitely suggest this game if you are a fan of soccer. the only negative i would bring up is the fact that there is a feature that will automatically switch to a player that is closer to the opposing teams player with the ball. its a great idea but it can be annoying when you are moving one way with a player towards the guy with the ball and suddenly it changes to someone else and your going the wrong way because it switched. luckily it can be turned off. the only flaw i have found in the game is that the comments made by the announcers don't always correspond with what actually happens or it is said after the fact.

Le compré este juego a mis hijos para q se interesen más en los deportes y nada más y nada menos que con el deporte rey, el que más naciones apasiona: el fútbol. Gran realismo en los comentarios y jugadas. Buena compra.

The control of players has been greatly improved compared to 07, but sometimes it's still too stiff, not very real. Overall, I would recommend this game, but maybe not at $40 a piece, i think it should be cheaper.

I personally enjoy FIFA but when my friends tried it I was surprised to hear they enjoyed it too.