2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

 PlayStation 3
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 74 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 74
  3. Negative: 10 out of 74
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  1. YasheenD.
    Apr 28, 2010
    10
    Awesome game, they have captured the new stadiums in South Africa superbly. Fluid controls, very polished. Just a really fun game.
  2. Rob274
    Aug 18, 2010
    10
    This is the first FIFA game I have ever played, and I gotta say...EXCELLENT!! This is an obsessing game and love to play again and again!! Many teams to play for and many chances to win!! This game, for me, is the best sport game ever!
  3. MrEmphasis
    Oct 11, 2010
    10
    It is an awesome game has made as if you are in the world cup. The downside is that you can get through the tournament quite quickly. It is a really fun game to play.
  4. Glavas89
    Oct 6, 2012
    8
    The game is fun, both in terms of presentation as well as the playful area. FIFA World Cup 2010 South Africa is a first-class sports simulation. Stadium feeling of pure.
  5. kavilash
    Nov 22, 2013
    8
    this is the only football game i played and still play as this game did create the world cup atmosphere and had some very awesome celebrations and controls wasn't messed up. i'm not a huge fan of football or football games but this game has something special apart from other football games. i spend over a month playing with friends didn't enjoy the single player content much so an 8 isthis is the only football game i played and still play as this game did create the world cup atmosphere and had some very awesome celebrations and controls wasn't messed up. i'm not a huge fan of football or football games but this game has something special apart from other football games. i spend over a month playing with friends didn't enjoy the single player content much so an 8 is perfect from a non-football fan :D… Expand
  6. Tubie
    Oct 28, 2010
    10
    This game captures in great detail the whole experience of what a World Cup is. The game retains most of the core mechanics of FIFA 2010 while adding new features and game modes. If you are a fan of Soccer, you should pick this one up. Even if the World Cup is over.
  7. MeSalman
    Sep 14, 2012
    10
    Very nice game. Graphics are cool. I keep on playing and playing. really fun to play the games. If you are a football person then do play this game. Highly recommended..
  8. Alvokun
    Jan 23, 2017
    8
    It is obviously a more specific FIFA game, as it only includes the World Cup stuff. There are not many reasons to buy this one instead of the regular FIFA, except varying from time to time. Anyway, it is good in terms of gameplay, I liked playing it.
  9. timacritic
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
    Even after 13 years this game feels really realistic. Firstly, the movements of players is better than in FIFA 23 or previous versions. Secondly, the graphics still hold up pretty well. It is still really interesting game to play. Especially if you're interested in national level football as this game includes every FIFA member. Like 200+? Countries.

Awards & Rankings

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#39 Best PS3 Game of 2010
70
#70 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2010

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    70
    Less about providing an expansive footballing buffet of content and more about being authentic Cup paraphernalia, it features no club leagues but instead focuses on guiding one’s preferred international squad through qualification to a virtual World Cup Final. [June 2010 p76]
  2. Armchair Empire
    80
    Even if you’re a fan or owner of FIFA 10 there is something more here for you to enjoy and minor annoyances aside, this is a solid title that will keep you kicking into the wee hours of the morning.
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  3. Game Informer
    85
    The different online options and new penalty taking system are welcome, but aren't enough to let this title stand on its own two feet. [May 2010, p.98]
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