Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 is the ninth part of the cult Japanese series, and in it the developers were engaged in what is commonly called polishing the basics. Artificial intelligence has become more noticeable: partners open up more intelligently, defenders adjust according to the situation, and the computer builds attacks through passes, and not through blind crosses. The animations and behavior of players without the ball have also been improved, making the match look less mechanical. Shooting and dribbling have been reworked towards greater freedom: you can beat your opponent in a few touches, rather than along strict lines, and this makes attacks more varied. Multiplayer has also been updated, so online meetings are more stable than before. In single-player modes, everything is familiar: Master League with full-fledged club management, “Become a Legend” for those who want to live out the career of one football player, licensed European tournaments and national teams. The game is aimed at realism: haste is punished, and measured play of the ball brings results. Separately, it is worth noting the balance of difficulty: at high levels the opponent becomes smarter, but does not receive unfair advantages, and this is appreciated even by those who have been playing in the series for a long time. Commentary and the sound of the stands add tension to matches, and changes in time of day and weather affect the picture, although not radically. In addition to seasons, there are tournaments and cups where you can test your team in a short format. The cover was decorated by Lionel Messi, and this corresponded to the spirit of the game - technique, speed, work with the ball. The PES 2010 remains a piece that is valued for its honest physics and clear match logic, without unnecessary effects or controversial innovations.