FIFA 06

This product is also called FIFA Soccer 2006 in , FIFA Soccer 2006 in , FIFA Soccer 2006 in , FIFA 06 in Europe.

Background

Soccer fanatics can now take the TOTAL SOCCER experience anywhere with FIFA Soccer 06. Delivering an unprecedented combination of attacking gameplay, pure authenticity, and challenging mini-games, the sport of soccer has been taken to the next level. More intuitive gameplay lets you control every move with pinpoint accuracy, enabling you to pass, shoot, and tackle with more responsiveness than ever before. Featuring the most comprehensive line-up of licensed leagues, players, and kits from around the world, FIFA Soccer 06 delivers the TOTAL SOCCER experience anywhere you want it.

Gameplay

Experience a newly enhanced gameplay engine that delivers extremely responsive controls and greater level of depth. New physics and animations mean that players will now react more realistically to every tackle, shot or pass of the ball.

For the first time you'll see and feel the joy, anguish and pain of 90 minutes of football in a videogame. Through the power of HD technology the detail of the players is now accurately recreated in fine detail. Examine the threads in the club badge or watch as sweat runs down the player's face during a match.

Stadiums now burst with life and atmosphere. All-new 3D crowds pack the stands singing authentic anthems sampled from real matches. The edge of the pitch will now also include team coaches pacing the touchline plus the full preparation for every substitution and even the referee's assistants tracking the action as the match unfolds.

Team formations and strategic decisions are now managed on-the-fly during the match using a newly designed interface. An innovative, integrated menu system means you no longer have to interrupt the flow of the game to make substitutions or change tactics.

Take part in the European Qualification rounds for the World Cup or create your own tournaments to showcase all the new improvements. FIFA 06: Road to FIFA World Cup gives you the opportunity to admire the detail of 72 teams, 1,700 players in nine different stadiums from Europe and the rest of the world. Prepare to lead your country through qualifications and the road to FIFA World Cup

Features

• ATTACKING GAMEPLAY:
  As the Midfield General battle your rivals using physical play and on-the-ball skill. All-new tackling, dribbling and shielding with the ball give you complete control on the pitch.
  
• ALL-NEW MANAGER MODE:
  Determine the fate of your club in the 15 year career mode. Control club budgets, manage coaching staff and decide on tactical formations or search a new fully-functional transfer market for potential star players of the future.
  
• PURE AUTHENTICITY:
  The definitive officially licensed soccer game, FIFA 06 contains over 21 leagues, 10,000 world class players and the latest 05/06 statistics. Experience all-new multimedia videos that highlight the golden moments and heritage of soccer history past and present.
  
• ALL-NEW FIFA LOUNGE:
  Play offline with up to 8-players in the FIFA LOUNGE match up system. Setup competitions via Match Central then take on your friends to find out who's the ultimate champion. If you rank high enough you'll be granted special rewards you can use to gain the competitive edge in your next match.
  
• COMPLETE CUSTOMIZATION:
  Shape FIFA 06 into your own personalized soccer world. With the all-new Create-A-Player you can now design a star from scratch, customizing everything from his passing ability to his appearance and body-type. Then take it one step further and use My FIFA and Team Management to set each aspect of the game to fit your individual playing style and preferences.
  
• ONLINE PLAY:
  Play online against up to 2 other players or even enter the FIFA Interactive World Cup to challenge soccer fans from all around the world. Discover if you've got what it takes to be the best.

International release dates:
Europe: Sep 30, 05
Japan: Q4 2005
Australia: Q4 2005

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