FIFA Soccer 06

 PC
User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 69 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 69
  3. Negative: 9 out of 69
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  1. PaulH.
    May 27, 2006
    4
    So much promise and yet so little substance. That's how I would describe FIFA06. I actually like the style of gameplay, it's return to it's arcade roots is a very refreshing change from the previously over complex control systems. The presentation is excellent, as always, but again as always it's let down by the core gameplay. When are EA going to realise that So much promise and yet so little substance. That's how I would describe FIFA06. I actually like the style of gameplay, it's return to it's arcade roots is a very refreshing change from the previously over complex control systems. The presentation is excellent, as always, but again as always it's let down by the core gameplay. When are EA going to realise that gameplayers demand a little more than scripted events? Do you like realistic ball physics? Good, so do I and that's exactly why I won't be playing FIFA06 anymore. Everything in the game is scripted, from the insect-fast reactions of AI players interceptions of your cleverly selected passes and through balls to the commentators announcement that the keeper has the ball safe in his hands before it's even halfway to his goal are all clear indicators of the cheap programming practices employed by EA in preference to the real ball physics seen in Konamis far superior series. A huge let down and a massive massive dissapointment. As I said at the start of the review, so much promise but ultimately there is nothing here for the serious soccer gamer outside of the licenses and the presentation. Shame.… Expand

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#52 Best PC Game of 2005
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#99 Most Discussed PC Game of 2005

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. BonusStage
    75
    Though always attempting to up the ante on their long time rival, this year’s FIFA actually seems more of a step back when compared to the 2005 iteration.
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  2. PC Gameworld
    86
    Better than all previous offerings, an awesome football experience, but still not quite on a par with "Pro Evolution Soccer."
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  3. Electric Playground
    85
    The fluid animations and in-depth gameplay will allow experienced and first time players to pick up the game and have fun.
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