FIFA 08 Demo Impressions thread (should be out 10AM GMT)

LEBATO - IS WRONG
LEBATO
Since 6931 Days
Posted by Jin187
When I first played the demo, I thought exactly the same thing but after spending a bit more time with it (After I stopped trying to play it like it was Pro Evo), I worked how to use the close control button better and I can now see how if it is mastered, dribbling can be bundles of fun (without using any ticks).

From what I can tell, Fifa 09 tops Euro 2008 is every department, theres so much more depth to the gameplay, especially in terms of passing. I think the game is awesome.
Download the Euro demo and say that again.

The only department it is superior at is the shooting.
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blmbox
blmbox
Since 6140 Days
I dunno, I'd say heading is better as well because you have to time it in order to get a good head on the ball. Also, tackling is a bit easier to do than in Euro 2008, so I'd say that's an improvement. Apart from those things though (and the shooting), Euro 2008 is superior.
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Jin187
Jin187
Since 6553 Days
Posted by LEBATO
Download the Euro demo and say that again.

The only department it is superior at is the shooting.
I never deleted the demo, I played it while I was waiting for the Fifa 09 demo to download, Its good, dribbling is definately easier on Euro 2008 which I must admit, at the moment I do prefer Euro 2008 in terms of dribbling. But that is only because I havent mastered the art of dribbling in Fifa 09 yet, each time i play it, i get better with it and understand how it works.

Shooting, Heading, long/short passing, opponent A.I, team mate A.I, player runs, tackling are all better in Fifa 09, I really dont understand how anyone can disagree, Its not even a question of preference. if you know about how football is played in real life, you will clearly see that Fifa 09 feels much more like the real thing.
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blmbox
blmbox
Since 6140 Days
Okay, my opinion of this game is actually growing every time I play it. PES demo has to truly deliver if I'm going to buy that instead of FIFA 09.
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Jin187
Jin187
Since 6553 Days
Posted by blmbox
Okay, my opinion of this game is actually growing every time I play it. PES demo has to truly deliver if I'm going to buy that instead of FIFA 09.
Try playing it on 2 player, that is when it truly shines, you can have some really fantastic matches, its so good!
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rob230
rob230
Since 6219 Days
According to FSB the demo build is quite old, and he's played the final build which is much better.. either way it's a day 1 purchase for me
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blmbox
blmbox
Since 6140 Days
Posted by Jin187
Try playing it on 2 player, that is when it truly shines, you can have some really fantastic matches, its so good!
Yeah, I've played 2 player with my bro more than I have on my own. Scored some cracking team goals. You can get some good matches, but the game's flaws are highlighted even more in 2 player (e.g. lack of response and sluggish controls).

The game is still very good though. Judging solely on the gameplay, I would be 50/50 with regards to whether I'd buy it or not. But the fact that there is:

- Be a pro: seasons
- 10 vs. 10 online
- 'Clubs'
- On form statistics
- Great soundtrack (Ting Tings, Foals and Muse FTW)
- Authentic presentation

All of that means that I am likely to get the game. Also, as rob230 correctly stated, the demo build is old and Suff (from FSB and WENB) has played the near final build. He said that it is much better than the demo in practically all departments.

This doesn't mean I'm definitely getting FIFA 09. I just hope that the PES 09 demo comes out before FIFA 09, so that I can compare the two and decide which one I am going to buy. PES 09 has to be outstanding if I am going to buy it, because my bro will anyway so I don't want to buy my own copy unless it is truly amazing.

It's great though, because I get to play both of them. :P
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UrukHaiPT
UrukHaiPT
Since 6336 Days
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/fifasoccer0...

10vs10 multiplayer. Looks so crazy :D
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sixtoo
sixtoo
Since 5721 Days
Posted by UrukHaiPT
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/fifasoccer09/video/6197561/fifa-soccer-09-gameplay-movie-6

10vs10 multiplayer. Looks so crazy :D
lol, looks like the 10v10 is goin to be awesome! I love how it was 6 on 2, no defending on that goal, lolol. Then the player runs into the guy doing the robot. LOL.
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blmbox
blmbox
Since 6140 Days
I'm going to be a disciplined central midfielder. :P

With this 'Clubs' mode (if anyone knows about that), do you create your own player for it? I take it you do.
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Viginti_Tres
Viginti_Tres
Since 6311 Days
I have the same feelings about this as most of you. The gameplay feels sluggish and unresponsive, very slow too. Euro 08 was lightyears ahead and I really had my hopes up fot this one. Looks like neither of these games get my money.
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Jin187
Jin187
Since 6553 Days
Posted by Viginti_Tres
I have the same feelings about this as most of you. The gameplay feels sluggish and unresponsive, very slow too. Euro 08 was lightyears ahead and I really had my hopes up fot this one. Looks like neither of these games get my money.
Was playing it with my friends last night (2v2), first few games, they hated it, thoughts were exactly the same as yours, a few games later, they learnt how to play it, then started to enjoy it. A few more after that, they now love it and are all buying it.
Posted by UrukHaiPT
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/sports/fifasoccer09/video/6197561/fifa-soccer-09-gameplay-movie-6

10vs10 multiplayer. Looks so crazy :D
That version seems faster then the demo, 10v10 looks awesome, it will take ALOT of practice to function well as a team, cant wait!!
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GriftGFX - He can also<br>ban your ass!
GriftGFX
Since 6809 Days
Posted by Jin187
Fixed.
Oh come on, Madden is pretty good.

lol
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daandegekste
Since 6581 Days
I only download these demo's because of the the cool interactive menu screen...
To me it's more fun then the game itself.
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UrukHaiPT
UrukHaiPT
Since 6336 Days
Posted by Jin187
That version seems faster then the demo, 10v10 looks awesome, it will take ALOT of practice to function well as a team, cant wait!!
Hmm, i might be wrong, but i think i readed somewhere we can change speed of game? Theres slow, normal and fast...

It certainly looked they moved faster on the video, so maybe the demo is kinda old.
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Jin187
Jin187
Since 6553 Days
Posted by GriftGFX
Oh come on, Madden is pretty good.

lol
:D
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