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FIFA Soccer 09

 PlayStation 3
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 112 Ratings

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  • Summary: Powered by the third generation of the EA SPORTS football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ballPowered by the third generation of the EA SPORTS football engine, FIFA 09 features more than 250 core gameplay additions and enhancements that deliver the most responsive, intelligent and realistic action ever for the series. Enjoy turning defenders with more controlled dribbling and ball control, snapping off precision shots with improved first-time shooting mechanics and firing beautifully timed passes with greater accuracy, placing the ball exactly where you want it. With new player momentum physics the speed and weight of the player determines everything from the distance of a slide tackle and the power of a header to the severity of player collisions and the height of a player’s jump. Plus, players now behave according to their physical attributes with larger, stronger players dominating collisions, battles for control of the ball, and position in challenges for two player headers. FIFA 09 features new Custom Team Tactics that gives you all the tools to become a first-team coach. For the first time, go inside the game engine to customize the positioning and support play of your teammates and decide exactly how your team will play in any situation. Now you are the player, coach and manager! You have the power to adjust and customize tactical settings so CPU players and your team perform just like the real-world team plays or how you think it should play. Save your tactics and then make strategic decisions to exploit your opponent’s weaknesses, all on-the-fly. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Console Monster
    93
    The beautiful game. That's what football is all about, and that's what FIFA is all about. With 30 fully licensed leagues, over 15000 players and a shed load of other features, FIFA 09 has really set the bar high and I fully expect them to dominate this genre for years to come.
  2. Gameplanet
    90
    A truly spectacular soccer title with exceptional player animations, ball handling and gameplay to boot. The AI will provide a significant challenge, but the implementation of one of the most advanced and complete online modes will mean that this game will truly last you a long time.
  3. VideoGamer
    90
    The best FIFA game ever made. Over to you Konami.
  4. IGN UK
    89
    FIFA 09 returns to the pitch full of swagger, and it does it’s very best to deliver on EA Sport’s promise of creating the definitive football title. An exacting game on the pitch and an overwhelmingly comprehensive one off of it.
  5. Worth Playing
    88
    Without a doubt, FIFA '09 is the most fun soccer title I've ever played.
  6. Playstation Universe
    85
    With FIFA 09, EA Sports has the reigns of the soccer industry firmly within its grasp, delivering a prominent title that will appease the large majority of fans of The Beautiful Game.
  7. G4 TV
    80
    FIFA 09 is the culmination of lots of great features, like robust online support, stat tracking, and the excellent Be A Pro mode, that have been marinating for quite a while. This is the first time they’ve all come together to form a very tasty mix of soccer action.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. ASGaming21
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    A great back to the past FIFA game. The gameplay and graphics really make this a great football game. If you sold the game, it's worth buyingA great back to the past FIFA game. The gameplay and graphics really make this a great football game. If you sold the game, it's worth buying it and revisiting it… Expand
  2. ChrisC
    Jan 17, 2009
    10
    best football game in the series so far. much improved over FIFA 08, but it still has a few hiccups like a lack of certain weather effects best football game in the series so far. much improved over FIFA 08, but it still has a few hiccups like a lack of certain weather effects promised(snow) and a rare glitch where late subs come on invisible. Online play is Perfect. The only downfall I can find is the other players, may they be bad captains in Be A Pro who kick you for no reason or people with slow connections giving terrible lag. As long as you avoid playing quick ranked matches you should not have a problem playing online, and there are many other better ways to get into a ranked than the quick one.… Expand
  4. SteveV.
    Jan 27, 2009
    9
    This game actually got me interested in soccer! It is a ton of fun to play, and pretty easy to get into, even if you have never played aThis game actually got me interested in soccer! It is a ton of fun to play, and pretty easy to get into, even if you have never played a soccer game before. It becomes really enjoyable to play with and against other people. The live season updates could work better, but otherwise its a fantastic game!… Expand
  5. TheFiddler
    Jul 1, 2012
    8
    FIFA Soccer 09 and FIFA Soccer 07 were my itnroduction to the FIFA series and I played them both around the same time, there were some obviousFIFA Soccer 09 and FIFA Soccer 07 were my itnroduction to the FIFA series and I played them both around the same time, there were some obvious things in which 09 was superior, graphics, passing, and general controls, but the games are still very similar. Both are amazing sports game, and soon after playing 09 I realized that FIFA has to be hands down the best of the well known sports games franchises. Instead of focusing on adding new features and becoming clunky, which plagues some other sports titles, it seems to me that every year FIFA improves on any shortcomings of previous installments with the occasional cool new features. Considering how cheaply you can find FIFA 09 now, there's no reason not to have this game, or some FIFA title in your collection. Even if you dislike sports games, you and your friends can have loads of fun playing this game.… Expand
  6. Krizuwe
    Nov 19, 2013
    7
    El peor fifa junto al 08 con mucha diferencia de ps3, aunque hay que entender que eran los primeros de esta consola, la jugabilidad no es nadaEl peor fifa junto al 08 con mucha diferencia de ps3, aunque hay que entender que eran los primeros de esta consola, la jugabilidad no es nada del otro mundo, el fifa 06 es mejor que este y eso que el otro es de ps2, aun así, gran juego...aunque a estas alturas es un poco absurdo jugarlo, solo para amantes de el mismo xDD bueno pues eso...por cierto... gráficos pésimos...hasta los de nintendo 64 son mejores :S… Expand
  7. namDa65
    Jan 17, 2012
    6
    Buying this game for 2.50 used is still not worth it. After playing fifa 10 and 11, you really cant go back. I would rate the game lower, butBuying this game for 2.50 used is still not worth it. After playing fifa 10 and 11, you really cant go back. I would rate the game lower, but I can't seem to give decent games below a 6.… Expand
  8. PhlipS.
    Oct 6, 2008
    1
    Thought this was going be the year for fifa going by the positive reviews on here, but got it home and was bored after 5 games as scored a Thought this was going be the year for fifa going by the positive reviews on here, but got it home and was bored after 5 games as scored a lot of goals which looked the same. Does not match the depth and gameplay of PES 2009. Also only take into account PSM3's review as they are the only reliable source so far.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PS3 Game of 2008
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#45 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2008