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EA Sports Unveils Revolutionary set of Game-Changing Innovations for FIFA Soccer 13
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – May 15, in the year of our Lord
2012 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today unveiled
five game-changing innovations that will bring revolutionary
changes to EA SPORTS™ FIFA Soccer 13 along with the largest and
deepest feature set in the history of the franchise.
“We are perfecting the best sports game in the world with
innovations that capture all the drama and unpredictability of
the real-world game,” said David Rutter, Executive Producer for
FIFA 13. “These are game-changing innovations that will
revolutionize our artificial intelligence, dribbling, ball
control and collisions to create a true battle for possession
across the entire pitch, and deliver freedom and creativity in
attack.”
The most sophisticated artificial intelligence ever achieved for
the FIFA Soccer franchise will drive FIFA Soccer 13 on HD
consoles and PC. All-new Attacking Intelligence enables players
to analyze space, work harder and smarter to break down
defenses, and think two plays ahead. Players now possess the
intelligence to create, curve, or alter runs to capitalize on
openings as they occur, make runs that pull defenders out of
position to open passing channels for teammates, and better
position themselves for new attacking opportunities.
In FIFA Soccer 13 every touch matters with the most
comprehensive and intuitive dribbling system ever developed.
Inspired by the world’s best player, Lionel Messi, Complete
Dribbling enables players to face their opponent and use precise
dribble touches combined with true 360° mobility with the ball,
so it’s easier to be more creative and dangerous in 1v1
opportunities. Players change direction quicker, are more
explosive accelerating with the ball, and are more effective
shielding defenders for longer stretches. FIFA 13 1st Touch
Control transforms the way players control the ball, eliminating
near-perfect touch for every player on the pitch, and creating
variety and uncertainty around ball control. Factors such as
defensive pressure, trajectory of the ball, and velocity of the
pass now impact a player’s first touch, creating more
opportunities for defenders to win back possession.
The second generation of the Player Impact Engine expands
physical play from just collisions to off-the-ball battles
between players. Defenders push and pull for position, and use
their size and strength to win possession or force opponents
into poor touches and decisions before the ball arrives. FIFA 13
Tactical Free Kicks provides the tools to create dangerous and
unpredictable free kicks utilizing the most skillful players on
the pitch. Position up to three attacking players over the ball
and utilize dummy runs and more passing options to create
elaborate free kicks. Opponents can counter by adding or
subtracting players to the wall, creeping the wall forward, or
sending a bullet man to intercept the pass or block the shot.
FIFA Soccer 13 will also feature:
· Improved Career Mode with major changes developed in response
to requests from the most passionate fans of the franchise.
· New features to enhance the massive EA SPORTS FIFA online
offering, including improvements to the wildly popular
Head-To-Head Seasons mode
· Multiple new features and benefits to EA SPORTS Football Club,
the live service that is the heartbeat of FIFA
· Complete authenticity with more than 500 officially licensed
clubs.
Additional new modes and features will be announced in the
months ahead.
FIFA Soccer 13 will be available in stores world-wide this fall
for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system with
PlayStation Move support, Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment
system with Kinect™, PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment
system, Wii™, PC, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system,
Nintendo 3DS™, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, iPhone®,
iPad®, iPod® touch and other mobile platforms. The game has not
yet been rated.
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