Sports - Act 1 - FIFA

The FIFA series has long been the primary choice for football enthusiasts, offering a virtual experience that aims to replicate the thrill and excitement of the beautiful sport. One of the standout features of the FIFA series is its comprehensive licensing, allowing players to control their favorite teams and players from around the world from actual and real football clubs and international teams. The attention to detail in recreating authentic stadiums, player recognition technology and accurate team kits adds an immersive layer to the game. The feeling of leading your favorite club/country to victory, scoring spectacular goals, and celebrating with iconic animations are reasons why football fans love this game so much. As mentioned before, FIFA is the only football game, made by “EA Sports” game studio that owns the rights and copyright to player names, team names, etc. This is the reason other football games like “PES” cannot have teams and players with these names, which eliminates the authenticity factor and is the reason why almost all players prefer FIFA over PES. Other than that the game mechanics get updated every year, while some players hate this, others enjoy and welcome the challenge of the game being more realistic. From the traditional Career Mode, where players can take charge of their favorite clubs and shape their destinies, to the fast-paced action of online multiplayer in Ultimate Team, there's something for every player.

However, the FIFA series has come under fire for its lack of meaningful innovation and iterative gameplay. Each year's release often feels like a mere roster update, which is the number one complaint of players, with minimal improvements to gameplay mechanics and visuals. This lack of innovation can lead to a sense of stagnation and disappointment among players who expect more substantial changes with each new installment. Other than that, the micro-transaction system and loot boxes have raised concerns about the game’s fairness, leaving a sour taste for some players. While the game has its issues every year, it is still a great game unrivalled in the genre.

FIFA series review rating (7.75/10)