Pro Evolution Soccer 2015

Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 from Konami is the part where the series once again gathered its strength after a difficult period. Matches have become harder: the ball behaves more predictably, and losses out of the blue happen less often, because the pass depends on the strength and position of the body. The shots have been reassembled, and now a goal from long range is achieved only when it is actually calculated, and not just pressed. The developers placed an emphasis on physics and sound: the movement of players became more believable, and the atmosphere of the match became denser. The stands react to events, the stadiums look and sound differently, and the commentators adapt to the course of the match. Thanks to the PES ID technology, stars are recognized by their habits: some are better at rebounding, others look for space at speed. The modes are familiar: Master League for those who want to manage a club, “Become a Legend” for personal history, myClub for card collectors. A Champions League license adds weight to tournaments, and online matches are prized for their fair physics and clear goalkeeper behavior. In addition to single-player modes, there is myClub: a collection of cards from which a dream team is assembled, and players are obtained through agents and tournaments. Due to the system of contracts and recuperation, the roster has to be constantly updated, and this adds additional worries to the season. In Master League you don’t need to wait for such hassle - transfers, training and the right choice of tactics for a specific opponent are more important. Neymar occupied the cover and advertising, and this emphasized the direction of the series: technique, dribbling, quick decisions. The PES 2015 is a solid, no-frills piece that you come back to when you want football that requires attention to detail.