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.

New Screens

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!
  

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