FIFA 06 (PS2)

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desertcart.co.uk Review In a nutshell: It’s been a national institution for over decade now and the latest FIFA game is finally here, with lots more attacking gameplay, more customisation, more attention to detail, more online and offline multiplayer options and the deepest manager mode ever for the series. The lowdown: With Konami’s Pro Evolution Soccer series snapping at its heels with ever more voracity, suddenly it’s FIFA that’s got something to prove. The answer for this year’s edition is a new emphasis on attacking play, with a suite of new tackling, dribbling and shielding controls. Naturally, it’s got all the new stats for the 05/06 season, but with the new create-a-player option you can change the facts to fit you. Also new is a 15 year career manager mode to prove your footballing skills don’t end when you’re off the pitch.Most exciting moment: Winning the treble after 15 years of hard graft in the all new career mode.Since you ask: According to cover star Wayne Rooney, the FIFA series is popular with many other premiership players, especially when travelling together for away matches.The bottom line: The best FIFA game, if not the best football game, ever. Harrison Dent Manufacturer's Description EA Sports FIFA 06 brings the total football experience to your fingertips. It delivers a combination of attacking gameplay, complete customisation, pure authenticity and the deepest manager mode ever.Intuitive gameplay enables you to command every move of your player with pinpoint accuracy. Passing, shooting and tackling are now more responsive than ever and enable you to trap, shield and dribble like a world-class footballer.Experience 90 minutes of heart pumping football; feel the team chemistry of your side and the sense of momentum shift as you battle for supremacy on the pitch. As the midfield maestro you'll control the overarching strategy of the game, dictating the pace and performance of your players as you execute strategic decisions on-the-fly using the tactical play button configurations.Master the most immersive management mode ever. Sign sponsors, scour the transfer market and buy players to build the perfect squad. Uncover the stars of the future or drop the strugglers and make some extra money. My FIFA now gives you the tools to create a star player and customise every aspect of FIFA 06 to fit your individual playing style and preferences.FIFA 06 delivers the most comprehensive line-up of official, licensed leagues from around the world of football with an unprecedented level of real clubs, kits, stadiums and players. FIFA 06 gives you as much football as you want, whenever you want. Key featuresAttacking gameplay:Battle your rivals as the midfield maestro using physical play and on-the-ball skill. All-new tackling, dribbling and shielding with the ball give you complete control on the pitch, while tactical button configurations mean you can execute strategic decisions on-the-fly during play.All new manager modeDetermine the fate of your club in the 15-year Career Mode. Control club budgets, manage coaching staff, decide on tactical formations or search a new, fully-functional transfer market for star players of the future.Pure authenticity: The definitive officially-licensed football game, FIFA 06 contains over 21 leagues, 10,000 world-class players and the latest 05/06 statistics. Experience all-new multimedia videos that highlight the golden moments and heritage of football history, past and present.All-new FIFA lounge:Play offline with up to 8 players in the FIFA Lounge match-up system. Set up competitions via match central, then take on your friends to find the ultimate champion. If you rank high enough you'll be granted special rewards that you can use to gain the competitive edge in your next match.Complete customisation: Shape FIFA 06 into your own personalised football world. With the all-new Create-A-Player you can now design a star from scratch, customising everything from his passing ability to his appearance and body-type. Then take it one step further and use the My FIFA and Team Management tools to set each aspect of the game to fit your individual playing style and preferences.Online Play:Play online against up to 2 other players or even enter the FIFA Interactive World Cup to challenge football fans from all around the world. Discover if you've got what it takes to be the best.