Synopsis

EA’s most authentic recreation of the nation’s favourite sport steps onto the pitch in FIFA 09.

Players can enjoy the years of upgrades and new features that have been put into each rendition of the FIFA series, many of them new to this edition. A new collision detection system gives the player hundreds of new collision animations, and each will be different, determined by speed, player strength and other attributes. This means that stronger footballers have the strength to knock down smaller opponents or use their body and arms to win close fought challenges. Players can also shield the ball as they move using their arms to push off a defender. Players who use this risky tactic run the risk of being caught by the watchful referee.

Be a Pro mode returns once more, now expanded with multiple seasons and the Be A Pro camera that tracks a chosen player on the pitch. Be a Pro - Seasons lets players either choose a professional player or create their own, slowly developing their skills on the pitch until they become a national football treasure.

FIFA’s yearly football title improves on its predecessors with some unique new gameplay features and the return of many old favourites.