Developed by EA Sports, the FIFA 09 (DS) is the next level football game. The first thing that can be noticed in the FIFA 09 is the presence of Brazilian super star Ronaldinho on the cover of the game. FIFA 09 (DS) by Electronic Arts offers runs at 60 fps for starters, which makes the game lot more enjoyable than previous DS editions.

The FIFA 09 (DS) has an expanded career mode called Be A Pro: Seasons, where the gamer can choose or create a player and then master an outfield position with the vital aim of becoming a legend in soccer.

FIFA 09 (DS) features the all new Custom Team Tactics that provides the gamer all the tools to become a first-team coach. The gamer can customize the positioning of the players and support the play of the team and also decide exactly how the team will play in any situation. Being the team coach a player has the power to balance and tune 11 tactical sliders for 140 attacking and 40 defending options. The FIFA 09 DS game has been polished and refined with 250 additions for core game-play. More focus has been applied on the game which has led to improvement in time shooting and passing, trapping, tackling variation and faster and controlled dribbling.

Another feature of the FIFA 09 (DS) is the improved goalkeeper intelligence. The goalkeepers can position themselves more intelligently during the game, react to goal shots more practically and also recover from saves quicker. The FIFA 09 (DS) also includes unique Be A Pro camera which re-creates the excitement of racing in on a goal.

This game series from Konami is known the world over for its highly realistic gameplay and incorporation of rational elements. The Pro Evolution Soccer 6 is the latest addition to this PES series. Infused with dramatic changes, upgraded graphics and a completely overhauled system this game is bound to impress you.

The most significant change is the massively upgraded and a smarter artificial intelligence system (AI). Players in the game move to open spaces rather cleverly when they do not have possession of the ball and even indicate where they would like the pass. The actual physical play in the Pro Evolution Soccer 6 DS game has been improved and players have to work to move the defender. The developmental team has refined the shooting system that allows the players more attempts at a snap shot. Many new moves have been incorporated like the capacity to maintain control of the ball even when going into a slide tackle. Due to refined and upgraded dribbling controls players will now be able to dribble backwards. The headers have been changed to allow more movement. Apart from the massive overhaul it features more balanced referees and includes a number of new national teams like Spain, Argentina, Sweden, Netherlands and Italy. The game features an International Challenge, the already popular Master League and random play. The dribbling is easier but shooting and passing depends on the player’s position i.e. don’t expect to score a goal if shot right after a sharp turn.

The inclusion of realistic elements combined with the smarter AI makes Pro Evolution Soccer 6 an extraordinary game that guarantees to enthral you completely.

The soccer has always been one of the greatest sports of all time. Millions of soccer fans spread across the world proves to be a good market for soccer games as well. The fans are excited not just by watching the real game but also by pressing buttons against controlling their favorite players. The very thought of a soccer game would flash names like FIFA 09 and Winning Eleven in our minds. The Real Soccer 2009 is yet another soccer game of the kind that is recognized for the differences that it offers.

The Real Soccer 2009 is all that a portable gaming console would want. The game modes, multiplayer, training and the exhibition options can drive the player to hours of obsession. The exhibition allows the player to select a team and head up with the computer. The multiplayer option allows up to four players to compete using multi-card play. Further, the game modes menu allows the user to select from a variety of options. This includes the type of matches like League, Cup, Penalty Kick and Trophies. Moreover, the Cup allows the player to choose from six different journeys to locations from all over the world.

The League option allows players to pick two teams from the hundred to play through the entire season. Each team in the list has their own stats representing their skill level. This option assists the player in choosing the right team. The penalty kick is a mini game which goes through in a split second which is also a simulation of Real Soccer’s in-game penalty shot. The player gets to choose from six areas of the net and gauge the intensity of the kick. The game could be played in both touch play and traditional options with different moves for offense and defense. It is easy to perform shooting and passing moves which are basic

Though the touchpad option makes the player feel comfortable to move and dodge, remembering which type of stroke invokes a particular has turned out hard. Despite that, the Real Soccer 09 offers a great soccer experience to gamers.

There was a time, especially in the late eighties and the early nineties, when Tecmo Bowl consistently used to be ranked among the top 25 games of the generation. The reason behind its gradual decline can be partly attributed to the fact that it is more of a celebratory, self-patting game and consequently lacked the arsenal to challenge games that offer more depth. Back in 1989 when it was first launched, it was quite a craze, as its design was competent enough to become the best football game of on the market. However, in today’s context it seems more of an archival game that is awaiting its time to bid adieu.

The latest offer from the series is the Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff and its design basically revolves on the Super Tecmo Bowl on the NES and Super NES, the ultimate success story of the series. The basic game play still remains the same and its taste may vary from individual to individual depending upon their perspectives. Lovers of the classic Tecmo Bowl experience should love this form also, as it is still pretty solid and simplistic. With very few rules regulating you from unabatedly indulging in this pick-up-and-play football, it can be quite rewarding. However, if you happen to be from the new school of thought who has grown up the 15 years of Madden, there is every possibility that Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff may leave you disturbed. With none of the sophisticated futures that are a part and parcel of the current generation football game, you will feel equally handicapped and frustrated. Take for instance, you cannot switch players during a play, or even employ a directional-aiming pass, which reaps a great deal of the suspense and enjoyment away.

You will nevertheless get a high in the form that each of the 32 teams in Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff is editable right down to the player themselves. Interestingly enough, you must be conservative in selecting names, and not try something like Matt Cassel, which contains the term “ass” in its surname! Funny no?

For all you football fans out there, Madden NFL 08 Gameplay (Part 1) for the DS Lite is now here for you. It is a solid, feature rich football game. This game will entice all Madden football fans, as the game comes with improvements to both graphics and gameplay.

The game has 3D graphics that are clearly visible and the players are in 3D as well. The audio has been refined to include every detail. For example, during the game one can hear the sound of the crowd and the players speaking and commenting on each other. In Madden NFL 08 (Nintendo DS), there are multiple plays to choose from, which you can select from the playbook by flipping the page and pressing a button. The system of read and react works pretty well in the game. It includes the options of play modes and customization.

One can play a single game, set up a playoff ladder, work through a full season, or embark on a multiple-season franchisee. You can play against other players as the WLAN capabilities by supporting online play. You can get a random game going against a stranger or maintain a list of your friend’s codes to challenge them from afar. The wireless connection is fast and speedy as you will rarely experience slowdowns. So, all those football fans who like competing against others can’t go wrong in picking up this Madden DS Lite title.

Did you even think that you could make soccer players play to your whims and likes? How would you like to do it at the touch of your finger? Nintendo DS has FabSoccer coming up slated to release on the 11th of April, 2008 – A fast-paced arcade style (5 on 5) game with the multiplayer option. It has few penalties and absolutely no time outs – you play as you like and make your soccer super stars do what you want them to do. And being a soccer game, it is popular throughout the world, and you can play as many different countries. In the small English city of Coventry sports like soccer are the most popular, and the same holds true for every other city in the UK. The game also has goodies like unlocking your own coaches and goalies; the ability to make teams and fire the non-performers. How would you like these soccer virtuosos like Lionel Messi, Figo, Juan Veron, Landon Donovan and the like playing for your team – you can choose whomever you want when you play the “Big Head” in the game.

Want an adrenaline boost? How about spending a few minutes in the gym with your soccer team-mate buddies and even pepping them up for some extreme action? Yes, even that is possible here. Apart from this, you could earn some training minutes; train your players as you want them to be trained.

Published and developed by Destineer, this game is set to race the charts, especially with the soccer fans all over the world. With the added pleasure of playing on a Nintendo DS, with its touch screen features, It is in indeed a release worth waiting for.