Pro Evolution Soccer 2012

 Xbox 360
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
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  1. Telegraph
    Oct 13, 2011
    70
    The improvements in AI and excellent online modes are a solid basis to continue re-building PES to its former glory, but the weird physics and newfound lack of weight are a concern. It still feels like PES just isn't 100% sure where it should be going.
  2. IncGamers
    Sep 28, 2011
    70
    That being said, PES should still be top of your shopping list if you're after a game that takes the most exciting elements of the beautiful game and concentrates them into one package.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Sep 28, 2011
    70
    While the core game is arguably as fun as FIFA's it just lacks the depth to sustain the challenge. The gap has closed. Can PES regroup and build again to really challenge for the top honours next year?
  5. GamePro
    Sep 22, 2011
    70
    No two matches -- even between the same teams -- ever feel quite the same, and it's that element of surprise that just might, at least offline, make Pro Evolution my go-to soccer game this season.
  6. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 13, 2011
    60
    The simple act of controlling your player is fraught with issues. [Issue#77, p.85]
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  7. Guardian
    Oct 12, 2011
    60
    The frantic and occasional flawed action on the pitch harks back to older PES games. Fifa 12 is the more complete football experience but PES 2012 can still deliver in short hectic doses.
  8. Metro GameCentral
    Sep 28, 2011
    60
    Another disappointing instalment of the once great franchise. Inconsistent level of realism, poor presentation and too few positive innovations.
  9. 1UP
    Oct 3, 2011
    58
    It's too obtuse for a newcomer to the sport, but those who understand the gravity of the phrase, "downloading the right Option File" and all that comes with it, PES 2012 is worth a look, once Konami has finally ironed out its issues.

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#74 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#95 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 62
  3. Negative: 13 out of 62
  1. Isaac_adhd
    Jul 27, 2012
    10
    i played it on pc and on that platform it's fully customizable so i update it monthly with new shoes balls and players. I used to play fifai played it on pc and on that platform it's fully customizable so i update it monthly with new shoes balls and players. I used to play fifa as well but when i found out about pes I never really got back into fia anymore. Pes is 100% manual football... Fifa. is more pre-programmed combinations… Full Review »
  2. gaposto
    Sep 29, 2011
    6
    The best arcade football game ever made. If the player is ready to accept PES 2012 as such then-despite the bugs and horrible-horribe keepers-The best arcade football game ever made. If the player is ready to accept PES 2012 as such then-despite the bugs and horrible-horribe keepers- he will enjoy Konami's offering. If sim is your cup of tea then choose the "other" game plain and simple. Konami decided to end the race against FIFA, at least in the current console generation, opted for mediocre animations and super fast gameplay, but forgot the fix the keepers and some annoying bugs. 4 for sim, 8 for arcade so 6 overall.… Full Review »
  3. LIKE01
    Apr 10, 2018
    10
    God, this is the best game i played in my life, can't forget, my X360 screams for that game, i got a PES 2018, DOES NOT ARRIVE AT THE FOOTS OFGod, this is the best game i played in my life, can't forget, my X360 screams for that game, i got a PES 2018, DOES NOT ARRIVE AT THE FOOTS OF PES 2012… Full Review »
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