September 25, 2008
KONAMI REVEALS NEW GAME INFORMATION AND
LICENSE DETAILS FOR PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2009
Konami Digital Entertainment has released
new screenshots
and confirmed game features and in-game licensing details for the upcoming
soccer title, Pro Evolution Soccer 2009. Following the recent announcement of
Konami’s multi-year agreement to feature UEFA’s Champions League competition in
Pro Evolution Soccer 2009, the publisher has also revealed today a strong
selection of other licensed teams for use in the game. The Dutch Eredivisie and
French League 1 will both be represented in their entirety, with full jerseys,
player rosters and affiliated elements. Additionally, key clubs such as FC
Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, FC Porto, Liverpool and Manchester United,
will also be represented in their official liveries as well. Other additions
include teams such as Zenit St. Petersbourg and Brondby IF, with more teams to
be revealed soon. Konami has also added a number of new national sides to Pro
Evolution Soccer 2009, including Northern Ireland, Netherlands, England and
Italy.
In addition to the newly revealed licensed teams
and leagues, Konami has also confirmed that several new stadiums will be
included Pro Evolution Soccer 2009. Recreated versions of the Stade de France,
Stadio Olimpico di Torino and the new Wembley Stadium will be included for the
first time in franchise history. These new agreements confirm Konami’s
commitment to constantly adding new licenses to the PES series.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 will be released for
PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer
entertainment system, Xbox 360®, PC, and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system
November 11th, 2008, and the Wii™ in 2009.
Game Summary:
Pro Evolution Soccer is back for 2009! The terms "PES" and "Winning Eleven" have
always been synonymous with realism and superior gameplay, but this year PES
will further narrow the gap between the game, and the real thing! New stadiums,
players motions and gameplay modes will bolster a game already focused on
providing an exciting soccer experience. In 2009, Pro Evolution will once again
push the limits of soccer gaming. If it were any more real, you’d be on the
field!
Key Features:
- Exclusive UEFA Champions League Mode
utilizing all the elements and attributes of the competition (PLAYSTATION®3,
Xbox 360®, PC) - Improved graphics for an ultra-real
experience - With smarter AI system your team mates will
be constantly seeking out open space, taking intelligent lines toward the
goal and on defense and also actively calling for the ball! - New, more realistic camera angles for your
preferred perspective of gameplay - New teams, players and stadiums
- Improvements to the fan-favorite Master
League Mode - New exciting and immersive Become a Legend
Mode and online playable Legends Mode will add new dimension to PES (PS3,
Xbox 360, PC) - Updated rosters from your favorite club and
national teams - PS3, Xbox 360 and PC – Using a supported USB
camera, import data to create your own player or team emblems - Great improvements in ball control, passing
and your teammates reactions are more in tune with how teammates react in
real life - PSP wireless play will unite PES gamers on
the go!
