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  <pubdate>Thu, 23 May 2013 05:07:15 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Manager 13]]></title>
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   <pubdate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA 13]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p>FIFA 13 is the most complete version of the soccer sim to date, and is a strong rival to <taglink type="program" country="en" id="3342271">PES 2013</taglink> in the battle to be king of the soccer games. There have been several improvements over <taglink type="program" country="en" id="323809">FIFA 12</taglink>, which help to make this version even better.</p><p><h3><strong>First touch control</strong></h3></p><p>The new first touch control system will revolutionize the way you receive the ball. Control will become a matter of skill rather than something automatic. In FIFA 13, trapping and controlling the ball are influenced by variables such as positioning, responsiveness and the attributes of the player receiving the pass. Improper control of the ball could let your opponent in or cause the ball to run out of play.</p><p>This change is similar to when tactical defending was introduced into FIFA 12. Even experienced FIFA gamers were annoyed at first by the switch but mastering it felt oh-so satisfying. It’s likely to be the same with first touch control in FIFA 13, and hopefully, like tactical defending, there will be an option to turn it off, if you need time to get used to it.</p><p><h3><strong>Attacking AI</strong></h3></p><p>The lack of options and opportunities when attacking was one of my main problems with FIFA 12. The AI (artificial intelligence) of the attackers has been improved in FIFA 13, and players will now move around intelligently depending on their location, what’s happening in the build-up and where the spaces are.</p><p>In addition, some attackers will be better than others at avoiding being caught offside, while others can perform smart tactical movements to punch holes through for the wingers or fullbacks to run onto.</p><p><h3><strong>Impact engine</strong></h3></p><p>The impact engine is the technology that’s designed to make collisions between players more realistic. This engine has been enhanced in FIFA 13 to remove bugs. It includes a new series of animations to enhance the realism even further.</p><p>There will be better jostling between players, who can now use their shoulders and arms to help shield the ball or to tackle an opponent. Physical challenges affect speed too in FIFA 13, with attackers being slowed or thrown off balance slightly if they get knocked while in possession.</p><p><h3><strong>Dribbling</strong></h3></p><p>In FIFA 13, the ability to go past an opponent with a simple change of direction disappears. New moves and refined touches are introduced that allow you to select to use the inside or outside of the foot. This will be a real delight for technically-savvy FIFA players, and will bring more skill into beating your man.</p><p><h3><strong>Tactical free kicks</strong></h3></p><p>With free kicks in FIFA 13 you can have to three players around the ball. You can now create new patterns and unpredictable kicks, fake shots, and drag players out of the wall.</p><p>From a defensive perspective you can add players to the wall, or instruct one of them to come off to intercept a rebound. You can also sneakily move the wall forward a by a few inches. However, if the referee notices this, you risk getting a yellow card.</p><p><h3><strong>Graphics, career mode and multiplayer</strong></h3></p><p>FIFA 13 brings some tweaks to 3D modeling of players’ faces through the use of Dimensional Imaging. The resemblance to the computer characters’ real-life counterparts is therefore even more accurate than ever.</p><p>FIFA 13 boasts an extensive career mode, in which you assume the role of coach, player and manager of your team. In terms of online multiplayer, EA has promised – without yet revealing details – an important update to the Head to Head season.</p><p><strong>Overall, FIFA 13 promises to be one of the most comprehensive, realistic soccer games we've seen.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA 13" href="http://fifa-13.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA 13</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA 07 Demo]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>FIFA 07</strong> has long been superseded by <taglink type="program" country="en" id="323809">FIFA 2012</taglink> but for those that remember what things were like in the early days, FIFA 07 provides an interesting trip down memory lane.</p><p>Like all the FIFA games, <strong>FIFA 07</strong> is about as realistic as it gets for soccer sims since it has the licensing to use the names of real players unlike its closest rival Pro Evolution Soccer. FIFA 07 was something of a watershed for the franchise however because it involved a complete overhaul of the game engine meaning you need to employ real world tactics and think like a real player and manager in order to win matches.</p><p>The sound effects were significantly improved with realistic chanting and fan songs plus for the first time, FIFA 07 featured a new online mode that enables you to play against real-life supporters of other teams in the EA Sports Interactive Leagues. The realism even extends to a real-world schedule i.e. when they play, you play. The graphics meanwhile were good for the time but they now look rather dated.</p><p>The gameplay in FIFA 07 was improved with more intelligent AI that make your players play and act more realistically on the pitch, the way they find space and the way they pass and shoot the ball. If playing isn't enough, then you can take on the challenge of Manager Mode where you can buy and sell players, set wage thresholds and make important tactical decisions. However, this is relatively limited especially when you compare it with FIFA Manager 2012.</p><p><strong>With over 10,000 players in 27 leagues around the World, FIFA 07 set the standards that we see today in FIFA 12.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA 07 Demo" href="http://fifa-07.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA 07 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Manager 12 Demo]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>FIFA Manager 12</strong> is the latest version of the classic soccer sim in which you take charge of a club and attempt to lead them to glory.</p><p>In FIFA Manager 12 you are responsible for all aspects of the evolution of your team. As coach, you need to take care of the players, organize training, and prepare strategies to help win all the competitions you're entering.</p><p>In addition to the tactical functions of a football coach in FIFA Manager 12 you must attend to other important matters, such as finance, new contracts, transfers, budget, management of image rights of the club, official communications with the press, etc. You don't have to run everything yourself though, and there are assistants available to automate some of these tasks.</p><p>There aren't many significant improvements to report in FIFA Manager 12 from the previous version, other than updated teams and player data, and graphical improvements to the 3D match view.</p><p>On the subject of the 3D match view, the graphics engine in FIFA Manager 12 is a long way short of <taglink type="program" country="en" id="323809">FIFA 12</taglink>. Animation can be choppy and up close the players are quite hideous, even bearing a resemblance to zombies with their strange red and green eyes! Bizarrely, there's no in-game sounds in FIFA Manager 12, which leaves matches feeling a bit flat.</p><p>Still, watching matches in FIFA Manager 12 is arguably more entertaining than in <taglink type="program" country="en" id="329516">Football Manager 2012</taglink>, and we were very impressed with the in-game interface, which allows you to change tactics and strategy, and shout instructions to the team and individual players without leaving the match.</p><p>The also program contains hundreds of clubs, with more than 41,000 players and the top leagues in the world to choose from.</p><p><strong>The complexity of FIFA Manager 12 is a bit daunting at first but luckily it doesn't take long to find your way around the game.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA Manager 12 Demo" href="http://fifa-manager-12.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA Manager 12 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <pubdate>Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[Copa 6.1.0]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p>COPA is the best manager for the Germany 2006 World Cup! *Automatic score updates. *Pool bet organizer. *Game schedule for your local time. *Team and individual scoring stats.</p><p>*Automatic place calculation even in the least probable situations (compliant with FIFA 2006 regulations). *5 languages (Spanish, English, French, German, Dutch).</p><p>Download <a title="Copa 6.1.0" href="http://copa.en.softonic.com"><strong>Copa 6.1.0</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA 11]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>FIFA 11</strong> is the latest installment of EA’s popular series of <strong>soccer games</strong>. It includes a number of great improvements on FIFA 10 that make it a ridiculously realistic simulation of the real thing and a worthy competitor for <a title="" href="http://pro-evolution-soccer-2011.en.softonic.com/">Pro Evolution Soccer 2011</a>.</p><p>Having been blown away by the previous version of FIFA, we found it hard to imagine how EA could possibly improve its slick soccer sim. However, after a few matches of this demo version it’s clear that the changes aren’t merely cosmetic.</p><p><strong>Refined gameplay</strong></p><p>The enhancements to the gameplay in FIFA 11 make it feel a lot more like real football. The new <strong>Personality+</strong> system means that players move and act as they do in real life. This means, for example, that Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney will charge around after the ball when he’s not in possession; while his strike partner Dimitar Berbatov is more content to stand around waiting for something to happen!</p><p>Other tweaks to the AI help to make FIFA 11 the most enjoyable version to-date. For instance, on crosses, it’s now normal to see more than one player coming up for the ball. You’ll also notice that the players are a bit faster than they were in FIFA 10.</p><p>Another important change in FIFA 11 is the <strong>ability to control the goalkeeper</strong>, which feels very natural and adds an extra element to the gameplay.</p><p><strong>Handballs are introduced for the first time</strong> in FIFA 11. When a defender is positioned in the line of a shot he may stick out his hand to block it. The frequency of handballs is a little higher than it would be in real life, but you can disable them, or define that they don’t occur in penalty situations.</p><p>FIFA 11 also features a <strong>more refined passing system</strong>, giving you more control over ball distribution. The <strong>Pro Passing</strong> feature lets you measure passes more precisely by weighting them. The repertoire of passes has been beefed up too, and you can now perform swerve passes, flicks, driven lobs and apply backspin to balls.</p><p>One of the changes we didn’t like is the <strong>new penalty kick system</strong>, which is based around a power-bar. Stopping the pointer in the right place is very difficult because it takes a while to respond to your button press. This makes scoring penalties in FIFA 11 a difficult thing to do.</p><p><strong>Graphical tweaks</strong></p><p>At first glance, FIFA 11’s graphics don’t look that different to the ones in the last version. Once you start seeing replays or close-ups, however, you realize that player likenesses are now more realistic. EA modeled player faces using photographs, and facial expressions are now more varied and change according to the player.</p><p>Another neat addition to FIFA 11 is the <strong>ability to upload your own audio</strong> for use within the game. You can record your own chants, add audio files of actual team chants, and define the music that a team runs out to.</p><p><strong>Game modes</strong><br />FIFA 11 is still stacked with lots of game modes, including officially licensed leagues, exhibitions, training and Be a Pro. The one significant change this time out is the rehashing of the Manager mode, which is now known as Career mode, and integrates with Be a Pro. This is now more involved in that you start out as a player before becoming a player coach and eventually a fully-fledged manager.</p><p><strong>These interesting new features, combined with super intelligent gameplay, make <strong>FIFA 11</strong> the quintessential soccer sim.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA 11" href="http://fifa-11.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA 11</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Online  Beta]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>This beta of FIFA Online has now closed, and the service is no longer available to play. However, you can download <taglink type="program" country="en" id="3332176">FIFA Online 2</taglink>, which is a different game altogether but with similar gameplay.<br /></strong><br /><strong>FIFA Online</strong> is a free web-based version of the popular <strong>soccer simulator</strong>. The game allows you to play matches against computer AI or take on real life players over the internet.</p><p>Considering the amount of money EA must make from <a title="" href="http://fifa-10.en.softonic.com/"><strong>FIFA 10</strong></a>, it's amazing that the games publisher has chosen to release FIFA Online as a free game. It's not as fully fledged as the latest incarnation, and graphically it's more similar to <a title="" href="http://fifa-08.en.softonic.com/"><strong>FIFA 08</strong></a>. Not that we're complaining though!</p><p>FIFA Online includes a multitude of different <strong>game modes</strong>. You pick your favorite team from a large selection of leagues and clubs (all with real life player data) then you must lead that side to glory. You can play single-player leagues, online tournaments with strangers, friendlies against friends, and even choose to play in the FIFA World Cup 2010 tournament.</p><p>FIFA Online has a lot of depth to it. There's a fairly detailed management mode in which you must set formations, negotiate contracts, deal with player injuries and suspensions, and more.</p><p><strong>In it for the money</strong></p><p>Of course, EA didn't make FIFA Online as a goodwill gesture to players. It made it to make money. Players are invited to buy tokens that are used for everything from unlocking certain game modes to helping a player to recover quicker from an injury.</p><p>Of course, the polished 3D graphics, full voice commentary and the sheer size of FIFA Online take its toll in terms of system requirements. You'll need a decent processor (upwards of 1.8GHz, ideally) and a fast internet connection if you want to avoid lags and frame rate.</p><p><strong>It's still in beta stage, yet FIFA Online already shows signs of ushering in an exciting new generation of football games.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA Online  Beta" href="http://fifa-online.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA Online  Beta</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Manager 10]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/87000/87974/fifa6.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Football Manager is generally regarded as the best <strong>soccer management game</strong> out there. In recent years though, FIFA Manager has made up some ground on its rival, and this latest incarnation is the most impressive to date.</p><p><strong>FIFA Manager 10</strong> is perhaps a better choice than Football Manager 2010 if you're a newcomer to management sims. The FIFA game holds your hand a bit more, guiding you through the nuances of all of the strategic elements and explaining how to access all of the menus. The user interface is colorful and attractive with well laid-out menus and visual aids. Features such as a news Website, magazine, and an 'Ups and Downs' that helps you track the performance of your youth side, are very well presented and give the game that polished look you associate with the FIFA game series.</p><p>You start a game in FIFA Manager 10 by creating a profile, where you not only set your personal details, but also choose a team and define your targets for the season. Once you're up and running you'll need to pay attention to all aspects of the running of the club, such as team tactics, coaching, youth team, transfers, dealing with the press, and even controlling the merchandising and running of the club shop. Such is this level of diversity, FIFA Manager 10 often feels more like a series of different strategy games joined into one.</p><p>For the first time ever, FIFA Manager 10 comes with an online mode, although this is, unfortunately, absent from this demo version.</p><p>FIFA Manager 10 consists of almost 4,000 clubs and there are 37,000 players available. yet somehow it manages to feel a lot lighter and less overwhelming than some of its opponents. Mind you, it doesn't feel as in-depth as Football Manager 2010 in terms of the options available to you.</p><p><strong>In effect, FIFA Manager 10 wins the prize for 'style', while Football Manager 2010 triumphs in the 'substance' stakes.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA Manager 10" href="http://fifa-manager-10.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA Manager 10</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA 10]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p>FIFA 09 is arguably the king of <a title="Soccer games on Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/windows/soccer">soccer games</a>, and the pinnacle of the series' renaissance. That means that there are big expectations for <strong>FIFA 10</strong>, the latest version of the EA classic.</p><p>While it's visually not far removed from its predecessor, the FIFA 10 PC demo will demonstrate some "under the hood" changes that really improve the game. The biggest is the introduction of <strong>360 degree control</strong>. Your players no longer move in just eight directions, but whatever way you want. This makes control a much more subtle, and gives you greater flexibility and the ability for much more creative play.</p><p>FIFA 10's <strong>player animation</strong> has been totally revamped - they move with real character now and dribbling looks great. Your teammates have also had an <strong>intelligence upgrade</strong>, making them act more naturally, and thus less likely to do what you want them to.</p><p>FIFA 10 management has also been upgraded, perhaps in response to the richer experience in the Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer. FIFA 10 players now come with 'ambition', which affects their decisions - if your team is full of defenders, it might be difficult to convince another to join, as not playing much is rarely what a player wants to further his career.</p><p><strong>A cleaner and more subtle game than its predecessor, FIFA 10 is quite an improvement, and another step towards a totally realistic football experience.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA 10" href="http://fifa-10.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA 10</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[Championship Manager The Challenge 2010 Demo]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/86000/86055/champ10.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Championship Manager is the daddy of management games, and the 2010 version has everything fans have come to expect, as well as some nice updates to keep things fresh.</p>
<p>It's an incredibly deep game, with tons of teams from leagues all over Europe, transfer markets, training and more. This is not a casual game, it requires a lot of time and effort even before you get to your first match.</p>
<p>You have complete control over the squad, contracts, buying and selling and training. Everyday in the game has lots of decisions for you to make. The interface will be recognizable to anyone who's played Championship Manager, but can be confusing to the new comer. There doesn't seem to be any tutorials, although there is a help button.</p>
<p>The game action looks pretty good, with nice crowd effects. It's not as pretty as FIFA, but the view and commentary are great for helping your management decisions. During a game there is lots to do, from subbing, to team talks and tactics. There's also a ton of statistics to pour over.</p>
<p>This demo runs for 6 months of a season, and until the 18 September 2009, you can register for an online competition to see if you're better than other Championship Manager players. </p>
<p><strong>Championship Manager is the perfect choice for the detail-obsessed serious player, as it's hard to imagine what more a management game could offer. However, for the less serious player, it's a daunting challenge!</strong></p><p>Download <a title="Championship Manager The Challenge 2010 Demo" href="http://championship-manager.en.softonic.com"><strong>Championship Manager The Challenge 2010 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2010 Demo]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/86000/86022/pes1.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p><strong>Pro Evolution Soccer</strong> is a long running <strong><a title="" href="http://en.softonic.com/windows/soccer">soccer game</a></strong> that puts you right in the action of the beautiful game.</p><p>The last couple of years have been a bit disappointing for Pro Evolution Soccer and its fans. The title has been criticized for its failure to innovate, and subsequently it has lost its crown as the king of football games to the increasingly fluid and more realistic, FIFA series.<br /> <br />As a result, this season is perhaps the most important in the history of Pro Evolution Soccer . Naturally, we were pretty excited to see how it plays and, for the first time in years, the new version of Pro evolution Soccer doesn't manage to disappoint.</p><p><strong>Off the ball</strong></p><p>One thing that was widely panned in Pro Evolution Soccer  2009 was the menu system. The set-up menus looked like been built in half an hour by a four-year-old. Navigating the in-game tactics and formation menus on the other hand, was like trying to crack the entry code on the front door of the Pentagon. Thankfully, things have been improved greatly in Pro Evolution Soccer  2010. Although the garish pink and black color scheme remains, all the menus are better organized and more 'professional' than the previous version.</p><p>The tactics and formation system has been treated to a complete overall, and it's a thousand times better than the previous Pro Evolution Soccer fiddly series of menus. Team tactics are controlled using slide bars, to precisely set elements such as pressing, defensive line, counter attacking etc. Preview windows explain exactly what will happen to your line-up as you make changes to these tactics.</p><p>Player 'cards' are another feature that's been talked up in Pro Evolution Soccer 2010. Each player has a series of cards when you view his stats that show you instantly the areas he is good in (e.g. free kicks, goal poaching, heading, etc.) This system is far easier on the eye than having to focus on huge lists of stats, like you had to in the previous Pro Evolution Soccer.</p><p><strong>On the ball</strong></p><p>Of course, as with real football, the most important stuff happens on the pitch. And here, thanks to a completely revamped game engine, Pro Evolution Soccer is more realistic than ever before. In fact, it’s almost too realistic.</p><p>The player likenesses are better than ever before, naturally. Faces are rounder, limbs are less jagged, and the animations are fluidly lifelike. Not only this, but individual players techniques and physical attributes are accounted for in Pro Evolution Soccer 2010. Take a shot as Henry and it will be an Henry-style strike; Make Rooney run and he’ll run like Rooney; Fall to the ground as Drogba and he’ll go down like Drogba (however, we didn't find a way to make Drogba swear at the camera or attempt to intimidate the referee - features we hope to see in the final version).</p><p>The 'feel' of Pro Evolution Soccer is still as absorbing and you’ll be able to pick it up and play it in much the same way as you have with the last 10 or-so versions.  However, there have been plenty of tweaks to the gameplay to make it more realistic. The first is that it feels a little more sluggish. The ball feels much heavier than before, and it doesn’t quite zip off the surface like it used to. What’s more, turning and dribbling like you’ve got treacle on your boots.</p><p>Collision detection has been smartened up in Pro Evolution Soccer 2010, and you can’t just expect the ball to stick to your foot once it’s been delivered. Mis-control it and it can go flying off your toe into row-Z, or worse still bounce of your toe into row-Z, or worse still bounce of your shin and into the path of an oncoming striker.</p><p><strong>No doubt the new gameplay features will infuriate you at first and you’ll feel like it’s ruined the game for you. Remember though, that it always takes a while to settle into a new Pro Evolution Soccer, and once you’ve got used to it, you’ll be praising the ingenuity of the developers for creating such a realistic and challenging simulation of the beautiful game.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2010 Demo" href="http://pro-evolution-soccer-demo.en.softonic.com"><strong>Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) 2010 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Manager 09]]></title>
   <link>http://fifa-manager.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/75000/75908/fifa02.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Most soccer games are about playing an actual match against the computer or another human opponent. Other soccer games, however, focus on the business side of soccer, which, believe it or not, can be even more challenging.</p>
<p>FIFA Manager 09 is one of those business-style soccer games, and I'd dare say it's one of the most highly detailed I've seen. As in any other soccer management game, your aim is not really playing games, but rather successfully running a soccer team in every single aspect.</p>
<p>This means that you have many factors to take into account, from your team's physical condition to the achievement of objectives set by the board of directors. You must take care over your public image in the media and even your personal life – spouse and children included. You'll have to schedule training sessions, decide on player transfers, work on finding sponsors and find time to spend with your family.</p>
<p>Actual soccer matches in FIFA Manager 09 are limited to a 3D representation, which means you watch the game as if you were watching it on TV instead of controlling the players by yourself. This can be a bit frustrating if you're used to the traditional soccer games I mentioned before, though.</p>
<p>FIFA Manager 09 can feel overwhelming at the beginning due to the excess of information and the impressive amount of issues you need to be aware of. Luckily the game lets you take it gradually, and also helps with you with an extended documentation, on-screen notifications and other tips.</p>
<p><strong>FIFA Manager 09 is a complete soccer management game in which you must take care of every single aspect in your soccer team if you want to be a successful coach.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA Manager 09" href="http://fifa-manager.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA Manager 09</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[Football Manager 2009  Strawberry Demo]]></title>
   <link>http://football-manager-2009.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/75000/75250/foot10.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Football Manager, or Championship Manager as it started life, has been the cause of many a flunked exam, failed relationship, and job loss, such is its addictiveness.</p><p>The annual update to the life-stealing game is here in the shape of Football manager 2009. And as usual, its developers Sports Interactive have thrown even more refinements at it, making it just about as close to the real thing as is humanly bearable.</p><p>Of course, all of the game data in Football Manager 2009 has been updated to include the latest players transfers and league information. In fact, the database is so ridiculously large that you'll probably find the guys from your local park team in there, all complete with profiles, pictures, history, etc. Luckily, the interface is intuitive enough to cope with the sheer range of data, options and functions, using an Outlook-style approach to organize the various different menus.</p><p>Probably the most significant addition to Football Manager 2009 is the new 3D game engine. This means that rather than watching games play out with little discs representing the players, you can now view the action in a more realistic fashion. Granted, the graphics are not exactly Pro Evolution or FIFA standard, but it still gives you much more of a flavor of what's happening in the matches and helps you to analyze individual player performances more easily. There are a range of different views and angles to choose from, including the good old floating discs.</p><p>Your assistant manager in Football Manager 2009 is much more useful than he was in previous versions. He's now able to give you feedback during matches about the way the tactics are going, as well as sorting out training schedules and giving team talks. You'll probably welcome all this help, since this is the most involved Football Manager game in history.</p><p>These days, real life football managers are forced into much more interaction with the media, and the new press features in the game reflect this. Every day, you get reports of transfer rumors involving your players, or players that you're allegedly interested in. Though sometimes annoying, this can be useful for discovering players based on names being bandied around by the papers. In Football Manager 2009 you're also expected to take part in press conferences, carefully choosing your answers to a stream of questions posed by journalists (who, incidentally, are from real-life local newspapers and media outlets).</p><p>All of this means that Football Manager 2009 is the most involved soccer management sim in history and playing it genuinely does feel like a full-time job. In a way this takes away from the addictiveness of the early versions of Champ Manager, where it was much easier just to switch on your PC and play out a whole season in an afternoon. These days, you could feasible spend a whole real-life day playing just one in-game day.</p><p><strong>That said, Football Manager 2009 does offer an unrivalled gaming experience, and the changes to this version make it well worth upgrading to if you have 2008.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="Football Manager 2009  Strawberry Demo" href="http://football-manager-2009.en.softonic.com"><strong>Football Manager 2009  Strawberry Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[UEFA Euro 2008 Demo]]></title>
   <link>http://uefa-euro.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>UEFA Euro 2008</strong> is a tweaked version of <a title="Download FIFA 08 for Windows" href="http://fifa-08.en.softonic.com/">FIFA 08</a>, designed for the 2008 European Soccer Championships.</p><p>UEFA Euro 2008 plays virtually the same as FIFA 08 aside from a few tweaks. For instance, there's a new 'flick' mode for free kicks (and penalties), where you control the power and swerve of the shot using your right-analog stick. It's certainly an improvement, but still too fiddly and difficult to master.</p><p>Other additions to UEFA Euro 2008 over FIFA 08 include in-game player ratings which update in real-time depending how each individual is performing, and improved collisions, trapping and goalkeeper AI. You even get to see the managers' reactions to goals, free kicks and near-misses.</p><p>Aside from the gameplay changes in UEFA Euro 2008, there are a couple of new game modes. Captain Your Country sees you take the role of your team's skipper and influence the other players while you're out on the pitch, and there's a new online mode called Battle of the Nations.</p><p>Of course, all the official stadiums, real players, kits, balls, haircuts, etc. are there, and UEFA Euro 2008 features 52 European teams. Of course, there were only 16 teams at the 2008 Euro Championships, but by increasing the number EA has helped to add more depth and longevity to this title.</p><p><strong>UEFA 2008 is a great international soccer sim. However, if you already have FIFA 08 it's probably not worth getting</strong></p><p>Download <a title="UEFA Euro 2008 Demo" href="http://uefa-euro.en.softonic.com"><strong>UEFA Euro 2008 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA Manager 08 Demo]]></title>
   <link>http://fifa-manager-08.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/65000/65963/Screenshot_-_10_10_2007___16_18_19.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>There are people who like to play soccer and people who like to focus more on the strategic side of it. If you're find yourself in the latter, you're going to enjoy <strong>FIFA Manager 08</strong> a lot.</p><p>FIFA Manager 08 is EA's latest version of their successful soccer managing franchise. You'll be in charge of the soccer team of your choice, picked up from a huge list of professional soccer leagues. The game features an impressive level of detail, to such an extent that you end up feeling overwhelmed with information. As an example, FIFA Manager not only covers the professional side of your life as a soccer coach, but also enables you to create a personal profile with pictures of your kids.</p><p>In all, FIFA Manager 08 is probably one of the most complete soccer managers available, but on the downside, it can take a long time to learn how to play it and therefore, be able to enjoy it.</p><p><strong>Be a soccer manager and control your favorite team right from your PC.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA Manager 08 Demo" href="http://fifa-manager-08.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA Manager 08 Demo</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[Pro Evolution Soccer 2008]]></title>
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   <description><![CDATA[<p>In 2001 I played my first game of <strong>Pro Evolution Soccer</strong> (PES). It was against my friend Aaron and I won 1-0. Then I won 2-1, then he beat me 1-0 with a lucky goal so I won the next one 6-1. He didn't actually score, I gave him the goal on a piece of paper. Since then every year on Earth has meant a new and improved experience of watching Aaron's sad and aging face. So I like <strong>PE</strong>S. I like it a lot.</p><p>There are two kinds of football gamers, those that want an authentic footballing experience, and people who play FIFA. Pro Evolution Soccer won the hearts of the former with their first release, which managed to make you feel like you were playing a game of football that you could have been watching on television. They got so much right in that first game that subsequent releases have been bemoaned for their lack of 'big' developments. But we have had faster gameplay, more subtle ball control and some great set-piece changes. Now in 2008 Pro Evolution Soccer has 'Teamvision'.</p><p>'Teamvision' is the big news of the latest edition of Pro Evolution Soccer and involves the computer's players owning a kind of 'artificial intelligence' that allows them to adapt and react to your gameplay. So much so that you now need to play in true Kenny Dalglish-style as a kind of player-manager with one eye on winning the match and one eye on making sure your tactics outwit your opponent's. Defenders and goalkeepers are more responsive to danger and attacking players make more intelligent runs off the ball, which is now a special blue Pro Evolution Soccer leather number four if I'm not mistaken - it does seem rather small. Plus there are some nice manager and dug-out shots during the games and goalscorers celebrate with the subs.  You also get extensive editing options if false names still annoy you.</p><p><strong>The retail version of Pro Evolution Soccer came out in November 2008. You can beat all your mates and rest happy for another year.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="Pro Evolution Soccer 2008" href="http://pro-evolution-soccer-2008.en.softonic.com"><strong>Pro Evolution Soccer 2008</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA 08]]></title>
   <link>http://fifa-08.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/65000/65215/03-sep-2007_16-29-21.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Everyone knows there are two types of gamer - those that love that <strong><a title="" href="http://pro-evolution-soccer-preview.en.softonic.com/">Pro Evolution Soccer</a></strong>, and those that prefer <strong>FIFA</strong>.</p><p>Until recently, I'd have told you that those in the latter camp are a bunch of idiots who don't know anything about either computer games or football. Since the last couple of releases of the EA game though, I've shocked myself by becoming increasingly impressed with FIFA (largely because it's becoming more like Pro Evo, I would argue). <strong>FIFA 08</strong> is by far the best release to date and it seems that the game has finally come of age.</p><p>FIFA 08's gameplay is more fluid than ever and thanks to some tweaks to the shooting mechanism, defending pressure, player attributes and even the influence of air pressure, it's now a very realistic simulation of the beautiful game. The graphics are smooth, detailed and well animated and the commentary and crowd effects make it seem just like you're watching it on telly. Always having the benefit of licensing on its side, FIFA 08 has a staggering 620 teams from 30 leagues, and a total of more than 1,500 real players at your disposal.</p><p>The management mode from the previous version stays, and FIFA 08 has introduced a new feature that I've been wanting from a football game for a long time. The so-called "Be A Pro: Co-op Season" mode sees you create your own player profile, then play just as that player for the season in a team with your pals, or with others online. It's an interesting experience that gives you the opportunity to prove how good you really are at the game and develop your skills as an individual player.</p><p><strong>With the usual slick presentation and infinitely customizable options, Pro Evo 2008 is really gonna have to go some in order to top FIFA 08.</strong></p><p>Download <a title="FIFA 08" href="http://fifa-08.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA 08</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 04 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[FIFA World Cup 2006 Manager 1.4]]></title>
   <link>http://fifa-world-cup-2006-manager.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/51000/51752/worldcupman_finals.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>FIFA World Cup 2006 Manager is a program designed for all those that will be affected with football fever starting on the 9th of June when the world's greatest football tournament kicks off.</p><p>It works as a match chart that will automatically insert scores from each match and place teams in their correct positions throughout the group and knock out stages.</p><p>Download <a title="FIFA World Cup 2006 Manager 1.4" href="http://fifa-world-cup-2006-manager.en.softonic.com"><strong>FIFA World Cup 2006 Manager 1.4</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Mon, 26 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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   <title><![CDATA[My World Cup 2006 1.3]]></title>
   <link>http://my-world-cup-2006.en.softonic.com</link>
   <description><![CDATA[<img src="http://screenshots.en.sftcdn.net/en/scrn/52000/52404/MyWC2006_800x600.jpg" border="0" align="right" style="margin:0px 5px 5px;" /> <p>Whether you’re a football fan or not, you can’t fail but notice that the World Cup is fast approaching. An exciting way to prepare is to predict the scores and the ultimate World Cup winner. You decide how many goals are scored, who finishes at the head of each group, which teams go on to the second round, and who becomes the next world champion. The most exciting part of it is to compare your predictions with the real scores when the World Cup will be underway. You can try out the official <taglink type="program" country="en" id="52194">Fifa Predictor Game</taglink> or you can test this alternative, My World Cup 2006.</p><p>The program consists of a form on which you can see the 8 different groups and all 48 first round match ups. As you fill in the scores, group statistics and standings are automatically generated. Once your group matches are done, move on to the second round and keep entering scores till you come up with a winner. You can save or print out your score sheet and consult it during the World Cup to see how close you get to actual results. It only takes a few minutes to fill but you can come up with thousands of different possibilities.</p><p>When My World Cup 2006 starts up, choose your favourite team to highlight its name on the form and follow its results. My World Cup includes extra information on the international competition, like pictures for all of the stadiums in Germany and links to the city and stadium official websites. You can also check out the date and time each game will be played by going to the view and schedule menu.</p><p>Unfortunately, My World Cup 2006 completely overlooks the social factor by not letting you save multiple score sheets or sending your predictions to your friends. This is what usually makes sports pools an exciting and durable experience whether with work colleagues or friends.</p><p>My World Cup 2006 is nothing more than a score predictor and you’ll enjoy it if you have five minutes to waste. With an integrated schedule and stadium information it packs a bit more options than regular predictors, however it’s a shame that the program doesn’t let you interact with other users. Still, anybody excited by the upcoming World Cup will find it fun.</p><p>Download <a title="My World Cup 2006 1.3" href="http://my-world-cup-2006.en.softonic.com"><strong>My World Cup 2006 1.3</strong></a> in <a title="Free software downloads and reviews - Softonic" href="http://en.softonic.com/">Softonic</a></p>]]></description>
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   <pubdate>Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0100</pubdate>
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