World Soccer Winning Eleven 9

 PSP
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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  1. Maxim Online
    90
    Konami's annual soccer franchise, which has scored in the past for its slick controls, wads of teams, and shin-splintin' graphics, returns to the field to affirm its ball-kicking dominance.
  2. GameSpot
    88
    The PSP game lacks a lot of its console counterparts' features, but on the field of play it's still the most realistic soccer game ever made.
  3. netjak
    84
    Although Konami wasn’t able to include online play or the extended replay value of a franchise mode in their first handheld edition of the Winning Eleven franchise, it is by far the best soccer game on the handheld market. The great gameplay, gorgeous graphics, and high level of customization make Winning Eleven 9 for the PSP a justifiable purchase.
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  5. PSM Magazine
    80
    Leading your opponent, playing the ball to space, and plenty of modifier options (chip passes, various dribble moves) are all present and accounted for, giving the game the realistic tempo the series has become famous for. [Mar 2006, p.84]
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  6. GameSpy
    80
    Once a game starts, it's nearly impossible to put down if you're a soccer fan. Anyone who's put in any time on a WE title will be quite impressed with Konami's translation is exceedingly faithful, from the opening cinematics to the overall presentation
  7. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    80
    As a single-match footy game, WE9 is a visceral and satisfying experience that provides a greater sense of connection with the sport than "FIFA" manages. [Mar 2006, p.93]
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  8. Extreme Gamer
    80
    If you really don't care about management and just want to play the game of soccer, it will do fine.
  9. G4 TV
    80
    But at the end of the day, it’s that winning Winning Eleven feel that makes this one as addictive as ever: expectant WE9 owners should anticipate plenty of sore thumbs and “disappointed” spouses in their near future.
  10. PSX Extreme
    79
    If you’re simply looking for the best handheld soccer game, FIFA 06 is the far better choice, due to better visuals more licensed teams, online play, mini-games, and the inclusion of commentary.
  11. IGN
    78
    The action is fluid and intuitive, for starters, and player AI shines. It's amazing that the development team is able to continually refine and tweak the title to continually improve our virtual soccer experience. Still, there is plenty of room for improvement.
  12. Game Informer
    75
    A soccer player with one foot wouldn't be much of a force, and a Winning Eleven game with only one analog stick isn't much of one either. [Mar 2006, p.118]
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  13. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    65
    Just bring a magazine to read while the game loads. [Mar 2006, p.113]
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  14. Modojo
    60
    It's a shame the somewhat barebones package doesn't give gamers more of an excuse to come back to the excellent soccer engine.
  15. Detroit Free Press
    50
    But with fewer buttons on the PSP than on a standard console game pad and only one analog stick to play with, the game's hallmark -- its deep, precise controls -- feels a bit muted.

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#26 Best PSP Game of 2006
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#90 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2006
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#95 Most Shared PSP Game of 2006

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. IbrahimA.
    Mar 2, 2006
    7
    The game has nice graphics it's a very awesome although i'm a big fan of winning eleven on the PS2 but there is a really big The game has nice graphics it's a very awesome although i'm a big fan of winning eleven on the PS2 but there is a really big problem with that game it's so hard to control the player and dribble like you can't make go in the direction you want i guess that's to bad.… Full Review »
  2. Reid
    Feb 15, 2006
    8
    This game is definitely good. The controls are easy to pick up; anybody can start up a game, start dribbling around, make a few passes, and This game is definitely good. The controls are easy to pick up; anybody can start up a game, start dribbling around, make a few passes, and shoot a few shots. Additional moves, like trapping and touch passes, are available for those who have mastered the basic controls. The analog stick feels responsive, and button layout feels just right. What most fans of the franchise will be dissapointed with the lack of "Master League" mode, this is not enough to detract from the fun of the game. The various club leagues and national leagues can be played, as well as an "Internationall League" where you can create your own fantasy league to play in. There's no way to increase your players' skills over the course of the season (aside from editing their actual stats in the game's expansive editing mode) but they do have good days and bad days, affecting their performances respectively. The graphics, from the opening movie to the in-game ones, are superb. Everything is crisp, and the ball is easily detected on the PSP screen. The audience cheers (Like O-lay, o-lay o-lay o-lay), the animations are realistic, and the overall ambience of the stadium is incredible. The refs give out a lot of fouls, however. This does not detract from the game experience, however, as it simply encourages the player to use less slide-tackling and more careful defending. All in all, if you're looking for a solid sports game (at a cheaper price than FIFA 06), then get this game. It will provide you with many hours of enjoyment and entertainment. Even if you're not a rabid soccer fan, lacing up these cleats and stepping onto the field is a real treat. Plus, for those of us that are already frustrated by Madden 06's touchy passing game, this "football" is a welcome diversion.… Full Review »
  3. FelipeM.
    Feb 9, 2006
    6
    The game has excellent graphics, playability is below poor. The PSP's design was definetely NOT made for a game like this. The game play The game has excellent graphics, playability is below poor. The PSP's design was definetely NOT made for a game like this. The game play itself is not great, I am a #1 fan of the Playstation 2 series of winning elevens, but I'm very upset with my purchase. I am trading the game in today. Sorry to the #1 fans (like myself). I have been waiting for this game since I first bought my PSP. VEERY disappointed to say the least... But again, grafics are awesome, the players look extremelly real, it has everything to the a great game. the playability is just not there like the PS2 versions.… Full Review »
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