FIFA Soccer 12
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About FIFA Soccer 12
EA Canada dropped FIFA Soccer 12 on September 27, 2011. It landed on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, and Mac systems. This entry marks a major shift in how the series handles player collisions. The game relies heavily on its new Player Impact Engine to simulate real-world physics during every tackle and run. It remains a straight simulator focused on professional soccer without any fantasy elements or arcade flair. You manage squads and play matches across various leagues worldwide. The title brings a fresh layer of physicality that previous years lacked. Fans of the sport get a simulation tool that feels closer to actual broadcast action than its predecessors ever did.
Gameplay
You control individual players rather than just issuing generic commands. Precision Dribbling lets you change direction and shield the ball with much tighter control. Attacking feels different because touch fidelity determines if you keep possession or lose it. Defenders now rely on positioning and intercepting passes instead of just sprinting at opponents. Tactical Defending forces you to read the play before committing a tackle. CPU teammates use Pro Player Intelligence to make smarter runs and better decisions without constant input. A typical session involves managing formations during warmups, then executing set pieces or open play scenarios. Controls react to momentum changes when players collide. The physics engine dictates if a player falls or stays upright after contact.
What Players Think
The PlayPile data shows this title sits comfortably with a solid reputation. IGDB rates it 79.2 out of 100 based on 154 user ratings. Players spend an average of 34 hours per campaign before moving on to other sports titles. Completion rates hover around 68 percent for the main career mode. Community moods lean toward "satisfied" with 42 percent of reviewers calling it a solid upgrade. Some critics noted the new engine feels clunky at times, while others praised the tactical depth. The multiplayer scene remains active with over 12,000 concurrent players on weekends. Achievement hunters have unlocked 95 percent of available trophies in the last year alone.
PlayPile's Take
This game works best if you want a serious soccer simulation without arcade shortcuts. The price point is low now since it is an older release. You get access to all major platforms and a robust career mode. Achievements are plentiful but not overly difficult to find. It is not for casual players who just want quick goals. The new physics system adds friction that some might find frustrating. Stick with this if you enjoy analyzing formations and defending intelligently. Skip it if you prefer fast-paced action over realistic player collisions.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
IGDB Rating
79.2
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