Product Description

• Enhanced Realism: PES 2010 delivers a pace of game in tune with football played at the highest level. Triangulation of passes and use of off-the-ball runs are key to breaking down the opposition, forcing the player to use the strengths of their team mates to create scoring opportunities. Gone are 'soft' goals that can be used to break the deadlock - instead, only working the channels and the precision play expected of great players will make a difference.
• Player Characteristics: Key skills of the many players have now been attributed named, allowing users to incorporate them into their play strategy. Cover star Torres, for instance, is renowned for his ability to receive a pass in the penalty area, and to drop the ball to a teammate in a good position for a goal-scoring opportunity.
• Instant Tactical Switching: Each team has unique settings matching their real-life playing styles. Torres at Liverpool, for instance, will recreate the Merseyside club's sophisticated play and high numbers in attack, their pressing from midfield, strong defensive line, and width across the pitch. For the offense, the default settings support wide attacks and the aim to move in the back of the opponent's defense line. The user can summon the bar instantly during a match to adjust team tactics to enhance their defence or strengthen attacks.
• Master League: The Master League now incorporates both the Champions League and Europa Leagues in its content, offering a complete season for players to enjoy. Success in the Master League will see players streamed into these competitions. The lure of European football can also be used to attract stronger players to your side, with transfer dealings and contracts now significantly more realistic in their use.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #132 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Konami
• Released on: 2009-10-23
• Platform: Xbox 360
• Format: Unknown format
• Dimensions: .26 pounds

Customer Reviews

Massive Improvement
Pro Evo 2010 is a huge improvement on the previous two disappointing editions. Pro Evo 2009 was a very frustrating game, too many bugs and bad AI meant I could't enjoy playing it single player. Comparatively Pro Ev0 2010 plays like a dream, furthermore this is the first Pro Evo in a three years that actually has a new learning curve. It is difficult at first which shows that it has been tweaked and improved and now requires new skills.
The first most obvious improvement are the graphics which are the best in any football game there has ever been, the players' faces often look uncannily like their real life counterparts. Zoom in on Wayne Rooney after a goal and you will see how fantastic the graphics really are. The players move like their real life counterparts too and it adds a great feeling of authenticity. The stadiums look fantastic and there are plenty to choose from including, thankfully, Old Trafford which is finally back in the game.
Another noticeable improvement is that the game has been slowed down somewhat, taking way the excessively arcadey 'running on rails' pace of the previous two games. Passing has been tweaked slightly and the ball is now more difficult to control, so you may lose the ball or let it run off the pitch a few times while you get used to it. You can use the defenders physicality to your advantage more, which is more realistic and makes the game more challenging. It is not longer so easy to run through a whole team like a bull as Wayne Rooney, or dribble your way through an entire defence as Messi or Ronaldo. It can be done of course, but not at an unrealistic rate, the game now demands more of you, more skill and concentration.
Teamvision 2.0 brings a far better artificial intelligence to the game, the players improved movement now means you can rely on your AI team-mates to make good runs allowing for some sublime attacking play; likewise defending is no longer so frustrating. The computer doesn't force you to hack an opponent down from behind any more, your defender don't wander inexplicably half as much as in 2009. I now enjoy playing single player again and it can be challenging and immensely satisfying. I love the new 'gameplan' system which allows you customise your players approach to the game meticulously with a series of sliders, you really see this take effect on the pitch. The players' 'natural abilities' are now governed by a card system which is another excellent feature which allows for a more tactical approach.
The Master league has had a much needed overhaul and is the deepest for many years. You now have a youth team to nurture, sponsors to appease, customisable training and coaches and real currency to spend. They have gone all out with the Champions League presentation this year and it feels very authentic, this game mode is very involving and its great that it's now available in Master League.
Of course there are still faults in any game and I should mention these. The commentary is absolutely abysmal, laughable infact, it is completely unacceptable and there is no excuse. Hear the commentary in FIFA or FIGHT NIGHT ROUND 4 and you'll know that good commentary is possible. The voice acting is awful, the script a joke and it is about time it was improved. As ever it would be nice if they could get more team licences in the game, there are simply not enough, even just the big four in the premier league would be nice.
Overall though I'm very pleased with pro Evo 2010, the gameplay is so fluid, fun and satisfying and this edition is a huge improvement on the poor efforts of recent years. A step in the right direction!

Yes!! Yes!!! Yes!!
I personally feel that Pro Evo's wheels came off after their 2008 offering and last years efforts must go down as a huge let down by Konami. FIFA certainly stepped up to the mark and I for one converted to FIFA for their 2009 offering. Pro Evo 2010 however is a return to form and a massive step in the right direction.
Taking nothing away from FIFA 10- in my opinion Pro Evo 10 is the best football game on the market at present. I would be lying if I said that FIFA 10 did not offer some of the features Pro Evo could benefit from ( I like to chose my celebration, do fancy skills and of course chose from all the licenced teams) but what FIFA lacks is the fun game play that this Pro Evo has in abundance.

2 days in and I am already looking forward to a long winter of playing this game. The online play (my main reason for buying the game) is much improved and at present -2 days and 87 online games in- I am yet to experience any lag what-so-ever. Games come quickly and the ranking system keeps you going back for more- or that could be just me and my competitive nature!!

Super graphics, much greater AI and a varied menu of options fuel an engine of a super charged football game.

In summary, I feel this is Pro Evo's best offering to date. Tick a boo Konami.

Apologies to my wife- you won't be seeing much of me in the near future.

Sublimely satisfying gameplay
This is a massive improvement on the previous two poor efforts. Graphically it can be jaw dropping, likewise the game play is unrivalled and allows for some exciting fluent football, key modes such as UEFA Champions League and Master League have been improved upon. This edition is a positive step in the right direction for Pro Evo, a lot of of the annoyances and frustrations of the 2008 & 2009 have been banished. The most involving and widely improved Pro Evo in three years.