Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3347 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Electronic Arts
• Released on: 2005-09-30
• Rating: Parental Guidance
• Platform: PlayStation2
• Number of items: 1

Amazon.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

Wayne didn't realise falling asleep in a nuclear reactor would have side effects EA were keen to show they were on the ball More Rooney, here having an existential crisis Wayne to go! I only have eyes for Roo! etc. etc.

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.

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Customer Reviews

Another consistant Fifa game!
Again we have another Fifa game which is fine, however there isn't that many new things. Yes, it is better than previous Fifa games for the PS2 and yes, the manager mode is slightly different, however for it to be a real classic there needs to be some more stuff thrown in, things which haven't been tried before on a football game.

I would stick to Fifa 07 for the PSP, this game does have new things on it. But, this is a very good game, the best Fifa so far (apart from 07) but if you are considering buying it, don't. get the in date version (Fifa 07). 8/10

Good game could of improved
when i first got the game i thought the graphics were good and the animations were to. but i find it annoyingly hard to score with the tricky gameplay but the game authentic as usual and the keppers actually dive properly and when you do score they are usually good goals overall good game

FIFA sinks further into poor gameplay....
I, like many people, enjoy football, and indeed, football games. However, FIFA 06 nearly put me off the genre for life...

Let's start with the good points. There is the obvious factor that draws most people in: The incredible amount of teams, leagues and players. EA deserve a pat on the back for another great database. Also, a good commentary team, as John Motson was beginning to get a little bit irritating beforehand. There are some good extras too, especially the add-on of FIFA 94.

Now for the bad points. The gameplay is horrific. It seems that EA have tried to cut down on the amount of dribbling time a player has. Unfortunately, now you have none. It is literally passing the ball as much as possible, and you still end up having it intercepted. What's more, no matter how many chances you have, the opposition will only need one chance to score, and it's always off the rebound. This was all on semi-pro mode, so I switched to amatuer for a bit. Unbelievably easy. There's no happy medium.

The graphics aren't great either. I don't know what all the hype was about.

In conclusion, you're much better of getting FIFA 07, which has considerably improved on this game.