The Official Xbox 360 Thread

Lord Kangana · Post by **Lord Kangana** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:12 pm

Batman wrote:Just back from town, bought Saints Row for £4 from CEX, then I was walking back to the car and I found a copy of FIFA 08 on the floor, in the box, still sealed. I picked it up, hung around for 10min to see if anyone came to claim it, they didn't, so I took it home.

Result.

If it was in a plastic computer game box, with a Cd inside that said FIFA 08 on it, its mine. When can I collect it?

Batman · Post by **Batman** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:22 pm

Which town though.......

Lord Kangana · Post by **Lord Kangana** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:50 pm

Batman wrote:Which town though.......

The one we've both just been shopping in of course

Batman · Post by **Batman** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:53 pm

Naturally

Playing it now, Jesus Christ FIFA is shit.

FD · Post by FD » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:59 pm

Batman wrote:Naturally

Playing it now, Jesus Christ FIFA is shit.

My wager is that Fifa 09 is better than Pro Evo 09.

You need to play EURO 08 to understand why.

Batman · Post by **Batman** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:02 pm

Dunno, Pro Evo has brought in the admittedly superb 'Be a Pro' career mode this time.

You start off in a youth team and perform well and get offeres from clubs to make your way up the career ladder including internationals etc.......sounds good to me.

FD · Post by FD » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:03 pm

You've completely mistaken them mate. It's FIFA that has done that, not Pro Evo. They started it in Fifa 08, elaborated it in EURO 08 (full captain your country mode, level up etc so to speak) and in 09 they are going that route again but even more in depth, including 10 vs 10 online mode.

If Pro Evo have done it and I've missed it in the news, they've ripped off Fifa (literally ripped it off, even the name of the mode), as I say, Fifa started that in 08 but to see it properly in action you need to play EURO 08.

Batman · Post by **Batman** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:08 pm

Oh I know FIFA have done it, but I think it's the only good thing about FIFA, so in the hands of the Pro Evo team I think it could be even better.

Not sure of the name of the feature, but it's the same thing.

FD · Post by FD » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:10 pm

You got a link to it mate, first I've heard of Pro Evo copying it?

Also, until the PES team can get a game out that doesn't lag like shit in just 1 vs 1 online then they can keep their broken, unfinished game.

I'll be playing Fifa 09 Be a Pro online, 10 vs 10 and I can't wait.

Konami lost me with last years version of PES which imho was just awful.

Batman · Post by **Batman** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:11 pm

http://www.pesfan.com/news/?id=7133253

Pro Evo Live League UK have interviewed a mole who has apparently already played PES 2009, and in the interview a few new bits of info have come to light

With regards to the gameplay, would you say it resembled PES6 or PES2008, and what aspects differ.

The gameplay is PES2008, the way it should have been. You can no longer run straight through everyone with Etoo or Ronaldinho without any effort but you can beat players by running if you time your moves correctly. It is very realistic and the AI in defence and attack is massively improved.

The refereeing in PES2008 was abysmal, has it got any better? (please elaborate with examples i.e bringing play back etc)

The refereeing is probably the same although the collisions are much better so the decisions are often correct. The diving works better too. Managed to win a pen with an expertly timed dive over a defenders outstretched leg - looked class.

PES2008 definitely favoured the attacking side with scoring being particularly easy. Is this the case in 2009?

Shots don't seem to be as easy as 2008 and the keepers cover their area much better. Obviously if you get up to them and pass across them its easy but that's the same in real life. The defence also like to play cat and mouse with the offside trap so it’s harder to get in to create the easier chances.

Have we finally moved into the "Next Gen" or are we still polishing a turd (graphics wise)

The graphics are similar but the lighting effects (floodlights/sun etc) are spectacular. It really adds to the feel of the game, definitely the best I have seen in a sports game but I haven't seen Fifa 09 yet

PES2008's goalkeepers were total garbage. Please tell me they've improved.

They seemed to have improved but after only a day, I can't be 100% sure. I haven't seen one soft shot being fumbled and tapped in though so that's a good thing.

Who are the officially licensed Premier League teams?

Liverpool & Man Utd although most sides have nearly every player's real face.

Please list the leagues included.

The same as last time, England, France, Spain, Holland & Italy

Any major non leagued teams removed or added?

Off the top of my head I think the only change is Zenith St Petersburg replacing Bayern Munich

Off the top of ur head, how many stadiums are there, and which famous ones are new? i.e stamford bridge etc

There are 19 stadiums, the only new one I remember is Wembley, although I suspect Old Trafford & Anfield will be there as part of the licensing agreement with the 2 clubs

You mentioned "become a legend" mode. Can you explain this in more detail? & how it relates to the "new exciting online mode"

You create a player and start off at a team - A made up side (Think it's a youth side). You control just yourself (With the Be a Pro mode camera from FIFA). As you play your player improves in stats and sides become interested and make offers for your services, I had Hull & Everton after me.

When you save your player stats, you can then take him online to team up with other "legends". This adds a whole new side to the game as you can actually play in a side day in day out and have leagues set up etc. I haven't really got far into it but it is a great addition in my opinion.

does this imply that u can play online with other ppl playing inthe same team as u???

yeah. I am not sure how many you can have but I have heard its 7 vs 7, don’t quote me though as this is 2nd hand info (tough I’m quoting you anyway!)

Any word on online lag yet?

I don't work on the online section of the game but I am assured that the lag is 100% a thing of the past and this years will be the smoothest yet.

Of the big names, who has been greatly improved stat-wise, and have any of the silly super slags been downgraded?

Most of the stats are the same as last year (not completely finished yet) but Arshavin is better but not amazing. The slags dont need to be downgraded as the collisions are calculated better so its just a matter of defending them right. In my opinion your league wouldn't need to remove any players as Messi can be handled by a competent defender as long as you time your challenges.

If you had to be disappointed with one thing, what would it be?

There are a couple for me (But I could be over critical). Crossing seems to be a bit floaty (from corners) and the shooting has completely changed again so it needs a good practise again. Shooting like PES 2008 will result in you scoring 0. This isn't so much a bad thing but a nuisance.
Also on the be a legend mode the user is unable to create a goalkeeper or defender to play with which is a shame

I am disappointed that Bayern have gone and the master league hasn't changed - even the menus are the same.

Overall its the best footy game out there by a country mile up to now. Roll on October for the release

So, what do you think of this?
The same Master League again, but 'Become a Legend' seems to be the mode where much development time has been spent.

FD · Post by FD » Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:17 pm

To be honest mate, until that's confirmed, I'll believe it when I see it.

Prufrock · Post by **Prufrock** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 8:13 pm

FD wrote:You've completely mistaken them mate. It's FIFA that has done that, not Pro Evo. They started it in Fifa 08, elaborated it in EURO 08 (full captain your country mode, level up etc so to speak) and in 09 they are going that route again but even more in depth, including 10 vs 10 online mode.

If Pro Evo have done it and I've missed it in the news, they've ripped off Fifa (literally ripped it off, even the name of the mode), as I say, Fifa started that in 08 but to see it properly in action you need to play EURO 08.

Thinks its fair enough seeing as the last six(ish) Fifa's have been complete rip offs of and old pro evo, particularly the standard controller set up. Wasn't this be a pro thing, or a different Fifa thing a straight (admittedly renamed) rip off of the master league? Ive never liked Fifa's, RIDICULOUS gameplay (on the last one my cousin scored three free kicks in 10 mins from 35 yards against me, there is no dribbling at all. Prop Evo is by far the football purists game imo, and thats what i am (aside from supporting our 'hoof ball' tema, but i cant help that!)

Daxter · Post by **Daxter** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 8:17 pm

At least Fifa improves every year. I'm with FD, in that if you've played EURO 2008 it's clear to see that Fifa 09 is going to outshine Pro, which having played the last couple of versions does not get better.

boltonbhoy1978 · Post by **boltonbhoy1978** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 8:21 pm

i used to be a big pro evo fan, but since they came over to xbox they dont seem to be as good as they use be. fiffa 08 is by far the best series and shits all over pro evo this year, and if fifa 09 is as good as euro 208, then pro evo have got a lot of work to do, and they better get the online play sorted, i will still get both as i always do, but at this moment intime, fifa is the DADDY for football games.

hisroyalgingerness · Post by **hisroyalgingerness** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 8:55 pm

Snatched FIFA Street toneet

it's decent enough

Rated R Superstar · Post by **Rated R Superstar** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 10:47 pm

Soul Calibur IV out tomorrow. Anyone buying?

boltonbhoy1978 · Post by **boltonbhoy1978** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 10:49 pm

NO.......

FD · Post by FD » Fri Aug 01, 2008 1:49 pm

boltonbhoy1978 wrote:i will still get both as i always do, but at this moment intime, fifa is the DADDY for football games.

This will be the first year I don't buy a pro evo. They've taken the piss out of us for too long now, the last 2 versions of the game were a joke and they are only trying so hard now because they know they have to since FIFA hasn't pulled level, but pulled ahead...imho of course.

Had Soul Caliber since last week (Promotional copy) but can't be bothered turning the 360 on at the moment.

Enjoying Pixeljunk EDEN on the PS3 though.

Might fire up the 360 for some Civilization Revolution, such a brilliant brilliant game.

General Mannerheim · Post by **General Mannerheim** » Fri Aug 01, 2008 5:24 pm

FD wrote:
boltonbhoy1978 wrote:i will still get both as i always do, but at this moment intime, fifa is the DADDY for football games.
This will be the first year I don't buy a pro evo. They've taken the piss out of us for too long now, the last 2 versions of the game were a joke and they are only trying so hard now because they know they have to since FIFA hasn't pulled level, but pulled ahead...imho of course.

Had Soul Caliber since last week (Promotional copy) but can't be bothered turning the 360 on at the moment.

Enjoying Pixeljunk EDEN on the PS3 though.

Might fire up the 360 for some Civilization Revolution, such a brilliant brilliant game.

might have a butchers for that on the old pre-owned shelf ont way home!?

boltonbhoy1978 · Post by **boltonbhoy1978** » Fri Aug 01, 2008 5:45 pm

anyway going back to fifa, found a few videos which might interest you.

http://www.fifasoccerblog.com/2008/07/f ... ideos.html

http://www.videogameszone.de/aid,654223 ... s_FIFA_09/

http://www.fifasoccerblog.com/2008/07/n ... eview.html

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