FIFA Soccer 12

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  1. f_torres
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Best game ever. Soundtrack goes unbelievably hard. It just hits me like a rock, ooohohh ohh oh ohhoooh! So good! Wow!
  2. Ardho
    Aug 29, 2021
    9
    FIFA 12 provides a good update from the previous game, smoother gameplay, good career mode, better graphics, more tricks, the best FIFA in my opinion
  3. eva3si0n
    Dec 12, 2020
    7
    The last normal FIFA in the series in which at one time there were no flaws (you can still take into account FIFA 17). The new game engine has freshened the series, and even the 7-generation consoles have developed it, PS3 of course everything is hard. But the technical performance is simply terrible, even after so many years in the game a bunch of bugs on the Career menu. Every 30-40The last normal FIFA in the series in which at one time there were no flaws (you can still take into account FIFA 17). The new game engine has freshened the series, and even the 7-generation consoles have developed it, PS3 of course everything is hard. But the technical performance is simply terrible, even after so many years in the game a bunch of bugs on the Career menu. Every 30-40 minutes, when manually saving the interface, the game simply breaks.… Expand
  4. Duke_Nukem
    Feb 27, 2017
    8
    This is in my opinion the best FIFA game since Fifa '99 on the PlayStation 1. Pro Evolution Soccer has always been the better football game on the PlayStation 2, but i have to admit that FIfa 12 and PES 12 on the PlayStation 3 are almost on par. Both games are very fun to play!

    My favorite football game is still PES 2 (followed by PES 2008) on the PS2, but on the PS3 i like to whip in    This is in my opinion the best FIFA game since Fifa '99 on the PlayStation 1. Pro Evolution Soccer has always been the better football game on the PlayStation 2, but i have to admit that FIfa 12 and PES 12 on the PlayStation 3 are almost on par. Both games are very fun to play!

    My favorite football game is still PES 2 (followed by PES 2008) on the PS2, but on the PS3 i like to whip in both PES 12 and Fifa 12. PES is still the indisputed king of football games though, since the gameplay is much more realistic and feels less scripted in PES games than in any of the Fifa games.    … Expand
  5. PeterAlexander
    Jan 6, 2016
    8
    FIFA 12 acts as one of the best additions to the franchise. Improved passing gameplay was the best innovation, allowing for much more skill based matches. With the games' focus on the game mode 'Road to Division One,' FIFA 12 was one of the most exciting instalments to date.
  6. Frenchman
    Sep 12, 2014
    7
    Still one of the best soccer game to fate in my opinion, I am still playing it and enjoying it on my PS3, I tried FIFA 13 and 14 and it was not worth it to me. I don't play online anymore and I don't even know if you can still access it, but if you are looking for a cheap soccer game go for it, you will have to spend time adjusting yourself the rosters if you want something realistic. TheStill one of the best soccer game to fate in my opinion, I am still playing it and enjoying it on my PS3, I tried FIFA 13 and 14 and it was not worth it to me. I don't play online anymore and I don't even know if you can still access it, but if you are looking for a cheap soccer game go for it, you will have to spend time adjusting yourself the rosters if you want something realistic. The gameplay is a good compromise between arcade and simulation, it is challenging while still fun. Lot of leagues and teams as usual. September 2014, still playing it...… Expand
  7. SpiltAuras
    Jun 25, 2014
    5
    This is where Fifa started to go downhill, they perfected it within a certain model in no. 11 and then failed spectacularly in trying to change it, they get more and more unplayable and ridiculous every year now. This is definitely where they started to pay for the high scores in the critics section.
  8. Meth-dude
    May 3, 2014
    7
    I am not a big fan of fifa in general but this game,just wow.Amazing graphics,great controls,but,the only bad thing about the game is the modes.But,for a fifa game i recommend it.
  9. Krizuwe
    Nov 19, 2013
    9
    Bueno como empezar...graficamente mejora un poco conforme al 11, pero sigue sin ser real en las caras...innova bastante con el ultimate team, con los clubes pro online y las temporadas cara a cara, tambien con el modo manager o inlcuso con los desafios que te ponen, lo de mejorar tu virtual pro y poder jugar con el en practicamente todos los modos en un puntazo, tecnicamente en jugabilidadBueno como empezar...graficamente mejora un poco conforme al 11, pero sigue sin ser real en las caras...innova bastante con el ultimate team, con los clubes pro online y las temporadas cara a cara, tambien con el modo manager o inlcuso con los desafios que te ponen, lo de mejorar tu virtual pro y poder jugar con el en practicamente todos los modos en un puntazo, tecnicamente en jugabilidad es un juego supremo, supera en todo al fifa 11, aunque me jode mucho la defensa tactica, no me gusta, tampoco que cuando vas ganando y se van, te lo cuentan como victoria por 3a 0..si, pero no puedes ganar trofeos...eso jode mucho, por lo demas una vez mas fifa supera a pes, veremos el año que viene...… Expand
  10. skyminster
    Jul 30, 2013
    9
    FIFA 12 is the best FIFA game up to date of what I've played. It's incredibly addictive and you don't want to stop playing it, you just, well, can't. I love the stats, numbers and strategic elements of this game, I also like the customization options, these things all come together in Career Mode. Career Mode, the mode that I've spent about 200 hours of my life on, it's so good, andFIFA 12 is the best FIFA game up to date of what I've played. It's incredibly addictive and you don't want to stop playing it, you just, well, can't. I love the stats, numbers and strategic elements of this game, I also like the customization options, these things all come together in Career Mode. Career Mode, the mode that I've spent about 200 hours of my life on, it's so good, and addictive! I also really like the inclusion of the Virtual Pro, I've only got mine to 78/79 so far as centre attack midfielder/right midfielder, his main skills are with skill moves, speed and passing. I love studying players' stats and playing around with them. Now, with the actual FIFA game playing, it's definetely improved with the last one, with the shot taking, dribbling, defending (with the inclusion of the standing tackle) and the differences between the players it really picks out the unique abilities of the individual players. My favourite players to play as are short, fast, smooth with dribbling and skillful wingers, like Hazard and Ribery. The best centre forward to play as has to be Ibrahimavic, although he isn't particularly skillful, he's fast, strong, can get past defenders easily and can score some amazing goals. My favourite midfielder is Hazard, he's amazing. My favourite defender is Dani Alves, he's quick, can tackle very well, and is very skilful and good at crossing on the wing. The best goalie is definetely Casillas. So I give this game a... 95/100!… Expand
  11. logicsense
    Oct 31, 2012
    10
    Played FIFA since 1997. This game takes it to a new level with improved and newly defined defense as well as fine tuned Ultimate Team - a very nice addition to an already solid game.
  12. Ramsey11
    Sep 20, 2012
    9
    very very good football game i am very impressed. the only bad thing is the glitches when the people clash into each other but other than that it's a very well done game. 9/10
  13. adamedoe
    Aug 26, 2012
    10
    The best soccer simulation ever. It surpasses by far the closest competition they got ~ PES 12 ~ which doesn't compare at all. The impact engine is genius, dribble are fluid, shoots are accurate. This is the ultimate soccer game I've ever seen.
    There's only another FIFA that could beat it!
  14. gregthreet
    Jul 1, 2012
    5
    I have to admit, I have watched as FIFA has slowly become better and better each year. Last year was great, so that's why they probably haven't changed anything. Its the same game. If you are reading this and are like, "but the new pro++ stuff and there's more precise shooting and people have changed and..." shut up. The gaming community have raped call of duty for not changing its gameI have to admit, I have watched as FIFA has slowly become better and better each year. Last year was great, so that's why they probably haven't changed anything. Its the same game. If you are reading this and are like, "but the new pro++ stuff and there's more precise shooting and people have changed and..." shut up. The gaming community have raped call of duty for not changing its game engine so why hasn't anyone attacked this, £40 for a game which you are likely to already have? It un-acceptable. Its the same good game though so you can't fault that.… Expand
  15. ultimatefifa12
    May 12, 2012
    8
    Fifa 12, for me is a fantastic film, the ultimate team mode is better than ever and the realistic injuries and defending make you feel your watching real football from the stands. There is room for improvement such as the constant glitches where players run into each other. Plus i think its wrong that EA make you pay for fut 12 packs, it is just making more money than they need.Overall iFifa 12, for me is a fantastic film, the ultimate team mode is better than ever and the realistic injuries and defending make you feel your watching real football from the stands. There is room for improvement such as the constant glitches where players run into each other. Plus i think its wrong that EA make you pay for fut 12 packs, it is just making more money than they need.Overall i thinks its a great Fifa game but still room for improvement… Expand
  16. uk_nuk
    May 12, 2012
    9
    best sport game ever made!fifa 12 have everything the reefere is cool but the players can shoot a ball in the goal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! in fifa 98 you coulnt
  17. ShiroPT
    May 7, 2012
    9
    I used to be a PES fan, but this game changed my opinion.The tricks are really nice so as the graphics.It got a nice online mod and coach/player mod.Really enjoyed the game, but there are some glitches, such as goalkeeper taking the ball away from his goalkeeping box.
  18. sambadude
    May 6, 2012
    3
    While I will admit this FIFA is easily the most realistic football game around. I will also admit, the stuff that all the people that are paid to review these games are afraid to admit, this game, has so many bugs in it that it's destroyed.
    Player development in career mode is broken, players on other teams will develop much quicker than your players (one player called Leandro, went from    While I will admit this FIFA is easily the most realistic football game around. I will also admit, the stuff that all the people that are paid to review these games are afraid to admit, this game, has so many bugs in it that it's destroyed.
    Player development in career mode is broken, players on other teams will develop much quicker than your players (one player called Leandro, went from 71, to 79 in 1 season, then when I signed him in a new season, he only went to 74). refs make very poor decisions, defenders are lazy, the auto switch rarely switches to the best player for you to use, and even when you press L1 it'll switch to a stupid player. The online is broken, pro clubs lags a lot. The only good aspect of the game is Ultimate Team. But I even had that glitch on me and I lost my entire team. Phoned EA up, they refused to give me the club value coins to get a new squad, so I actually asked them for a refund and they never replied    … Expand
  19. rrunnoe
    May 2, 2012
    10
    After playing FIFA 11 for hours on end, I eagerly anticipated the release of FIFA 12. Fortunately, I was not disappointed. The new game offers all around improvements in gameplay, graphics, online-mode gameplay, and the career mode. FIFA 12 should sit in any sports video games enthusiastâ
  20. yogi721
    Apr 20, 2012
    8
    While the improvements made in the FIFA series in FIFA 12 from FIFA 11 make the game seem way more realistic and fun, there are some consequences for that. FIFA is back with yet another beautiful game with an all new physics engine which showcases more realistic collisions with players and more realistic ball movement. Any player moving from FIFA 11 to FIFA 12 is in for a big wake up callWhile the improvements made in the FIFA series in FIFA 12 from FIFA 11 make the game seem way more realistic and fun, there are some consequences for that. FIFA is back with yet another beautiful game with an all new physics engine which showcases more realistic collisions with players and more realistic ball movement. Any player moving from FIFA 11 to FIFA 12 is in for a big wake up call however, for the entire defensive side of the ball is changed with manual tackles required and no longer a full press with the click of a button. The players ranges in FIFA 12 are much more noticeably longer for there a lot more goals from outside the box. Any FIFA 11 player is going to have trouble dealing with the new defensive scheme for there are barely any instruction besides the small tutorial at the beginning of the game. This has been a recurring issue for the FIFA series to me, there has never been an in depth tutorial on any of the new aspects added to the game which leaves the gamer to basically figure it out on there own. Old time FIFA players like myself had trouble dealing with the defensive change just like the new pk style change in the previous FIFA's. Besides the new defensive scheme EA also added a cup challenge which is kind of like a tournament that you work your way through in order to reach a cup based on the division you are in. The division style is a lot like the skill level in the previous FIFA's but the cup challenge is a totally new aspect of the series. I think it is a great addition to the series, if only they could build a campaign worth play (hint to EA members :) ) Overall FIFA 12 shows us why it is still one of the best sports games out there even though it might take you some time before you can pull your own messi moment online.… Expand
  21. MonsieurMazure
    Apr 11, 2012
    5
    Un bon jeu malheureusement, EA Sport se fout de nous en ne corrigeant jamais de gros problème de jeu, de réseau. Bref bien trop cher pour ce que c'est. Il mérite un pas plus de 6.5/10.
  22. CrazyBaboon
    Apr 4, 2012
    5
    First review ever because I love FIFA 12, HOWEVER it needs just a few fixes...
    -- I wasn't a huge fan of '11 because (I believed) the defense was simply too easily done by just hitting/holding the X button. Tackling was just too easy in '11. I do believe that more work needs to be done on Defense however the '12 game provides not enough ability to 'press or shadow' players...a missed    First review ever because I love FIFA 12, HOWEVER it needs just a few fixes...
    -- I wasn't a huge fan of '11 because (I believed) the defense was simply too easily done by just hitting/holding the X button. Tackling was just too easy in '11. I do believe that more work needs to be done on Defense however the '12 game provides not enough ability to 'press or shadow' players...a missed tackle leaves your defender in the dust. This needs to be changed where players can make and miss tackles but still maintain some sense of stride with the ball handler. -- BIGGEST ISSUE!, I agree with other reviews that the AI is a joke and very predictable. The game unrealistically provides evening out balances or "chance creations" between two opponents of different skill levels. (If I'm better then my buddy, the game and score should more accurately reflect this). Its unreal how many times my defender line spins off of defending when the opponent needs to catch up. Or every single rebound finds its way towards the losing opponent at certain long stretches of the game. At least provide another option that provides less influential AI gameplay and overall fairness in terms of opponents simply being better then others.
    -- Please show replays on penalties in the box
    -- I'd like to see penalty shots easier in terms of more accurately hitting the 4 corners of the net. I still can't get a flat ball in the lower corners but maybe I'm doing something wrong.
    -- Online play with friends seems like it could be better designed in terms of the timing/logistics of changing teams and getting right back into game play action. Overall I think FIFA '12 is a pretty wonderfully done but the AI takes control away from users who have spent time trying to master the game and their opponents. A big part of me feels the defense plays a big role in this, as sometimes is seems to preform well, then all of a sudden defenders tend to drift off when it really matters. I'd give this game a much higher rating if it weren't for the predictability of opponents usually always finding a way to catch up.    … Expand
  23. WRECKINGxBALL
    Apr 3, 2012
    8
    now this is the first time i have bought a fifa 12 (not fifa soccer 12) i am normally a pro evo fan but with pes 11 being just a tad awful and i don't think i will turn back the graphics are great and everything is very responsive sometimes i get annoyed but that's the same with every game my only complaint is the new ut design and the awful refs but no game has perfected them overall anow this is the first time i have bought a fifa 12 (not fifa soccer 12) i am normally a pro evo fan but with pes 11 being just a tad awful and i don't think i will turn back the graphics are great and everything is very responsive sometimes i get annoyed but that's the same with every game my only complaint is the new ut design and the awful refs but no game has perfected them overall a win for FOOTBALL gamers… Expand
  24. Nippur
    Mar 25, 2012
    1
    FIFA is the only football (I'm not from USA) gaming franchise that I like to play since the 90s. Mainly for the licensed teams and players but after FIFA 08 the improved gameplay was noticeable. But I can also tell this is the last iteration I'd buy. The cheating AI that, no matter what you do, scores as if it was scripted and the eternal loading times (more that five minutes to start aFIFA is the only football (I'm not from USA) gaming franchise that I like to play since the 90s. Mainly for the licensed teams and players but after FIFA 08 the improved gameplay was noticeable. But I can also tell this is the last iteration I'd buy. The cheating AI that, no matter what you do, scores as if it was scripted and the eternal loading times (more that five minutes to start a game) are a game breaker experience for me now.… Expand
  25. TheKerbinator
    Mar 16, 2012
    8
    Best fifa there's been since ps2 versions, love having UT from the start and head to head seasons is a good feature. Its still full of bugs and glitches though and at times it can be the most frustrating thing alive and i can often be left fuming at what sometimes my players do. I also just cannot get used to tactical defending and found myself switching back to legacy although this thenBest fifa there's been since ps2 versions, love having UT from the start and head to head seasons is a good feature. Its still full of bugs and glitches though and at times it can be the most frustrating thing alive and i can often be left fuming at what sometimes my players do. I also just cannot get used to tactical defending and found myself switching back to legacy although this then hinders you online when tactical defending is the only option.… Expand
  26. Jayso
    Mar 14, 2012
    7
    FIFA 12 feels like the past few fifa games. even though it has some good new features you could still stick to games like FIFA 10 or FIFA 11 and still have the same feeling as fifa 12. i like to play soccer games and this is definitely an improvement, but i feel like more could be done.
  27. juicejuice
    Mar 12, 2012
    10
    FIFA 12 improves on gameplay from the already awesome FIFA 11 by reducing auto tackling and allowing more space to move around the pitch. Defense this year is all about positioning and closing players down, rewarding patience and awarenes over aggression. The new balance between offense and defense rewards tactical and creative attacks. One of the greatest additions to the FIFA series inFIFA 12 improves on gameplay from the already awesome FIFA 11 by reducing auto tackling and allowing more space to move around the pitch. Defense this year is all about positioning and closing players down, rewarding patience and awarenes over aggression. The new balance between offense and defense rewards tactical and creative attacks. One of the greatest additions to the FIFA series in years is the addition of sliders to adjust gameplay parameters in addition to the standard difficulty settings. The sliders are actually very effective and with some tweaking you can get the gameplay exactly as you like it whether it be fast and fun or grindingly difficult. As a hugh relief the microfreezes which hindered FIFA 11 on some models of PS3 are resolved and gone in this years game.… Expand
  28. dariazzo
    Feb 28, 2012
    7
    The two major additions in FIFA 12 are well thought. In the case of tactical defending, it is also well built, but the new impact engine is somehow still in development, thrown into the game as a skipping stone, a placeholder. AI slightly changed for the better, providing a more valuable single player career mode, on the other hand making it impossible to prevail in the infamousThe two major additions in FIFA 12 are well thought. In the case of tactical defending, it is also well built, but the new impact engine is somehow still in development, thrown into the game as a skipping stone, a placeholder. AI slightly changed for the better, providing a more valuable single player career mode, on the other hand making it impossible to prevail in the infamous "legendary" level.
    The main reason why FIFA (as well as other sports simulations) can't represent the best experience if compared to the actual game they are inspired by is the way they are implemented. Improvements, technological new aspects or graphical measures are injected on a too complicated basis, result of many years of development. A stack way too difficult to handle.
    The new online features are amazingly balanced and literally multiply the fun. That is the real improved side of the game, which is by far the best soccer game ever but does not reach the level of realism we are expecting this deep into gaming history.    … Expand
  29. LukeM
    Feb 17, 2012
    8
    The truth is somewhere between the User Reviews and the Critic Reviews here. Whilst the wealth of options, play modes, and liscensed teams make this game stand out, there are two major missteps that hold this Fifa back from greatness. 1st is the general intelligance of the player controlled teammates, which is poor and extremely inconsistent. 2nd is the looseness of the new TacticalThe truth is somewhere between the User Reviews and the Critic Reviews here. Whilst the wealth of options, play modes, and liscensed teams make this game stand out, there are two major missteps that hold this Fifa back from greatness. 1st is the general intelligance of the player controlled teammates, which is poor and extremely inconsistent. 2nd is the looseness of the new Tactical defending system, whilst the new system is certainly a massive step forward it needs tigthening up and developing. At times this game can be fantastic and enjoyable, but too often it can feel empty and inconsistent. However it is still the best footy sim available.… Expand
  30. Lukedfrt
    Feb 2, 2012
    9
    If your a fan of football then this is a must, a massive improvement from Fifa 11 online and in terms of gameplay. The impact engine has its issues but at times it is incredibly realistic and adds to the realism. The only negatives are the scripted games that seem to happen too often. But still if you love football buy this!
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  1. Armchair Empire
    Mar 29, 2012
    90
    All in all, FIFA 12 is another spectacular game in the series. The differences between this game and the real thing continue to be chipped away at, and with the depth of material available in this title you can really submerge yourself into beautiful game.
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  2. Gamer Limit
    Nov 29, 2011
    95
    FIFA 12 takes realism to an all-time high in sports games. The innovative changes in gameplay mechanics, much needed changes to career mode, and additional online modes makes this one of the most complete FIFA packages to date. If you're a true football fan, you'd be remiss to pass up FIFA 12 - even if you own FIFA 11.
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  3. Play UK
    Nov 27, 2011
    86
    There's a feeling that FIFA might be running out of ideas. [Issue#210, p.83]
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