Producer: Konami
PES 2016 intends to keep the title of "Best Sports Game", obtained in 2014 at international sector events attributed to it by the most prestigious media, continuing to lead the way in the digital reproduction of the "Best Game in the World". The series aims for a return to its roots to ensure maximum exaltation in the matches between users and proudly presents PES 2016 and its unrivaled playability to keep faith with the mantra "The Field is Ours".
With a further evolution of the well-known game engine Fox Engine able to make the action shine on the playing field, the utmost commitment to creating the best possible football experience, a completely redesigned Master League, every aspect of the game has been refined for a unparalleled product.
New Gameplay - Exciting news designed to reassert the PES series unparalleled in terms of gameplay
- Advanced Collision System - The physicality of modern football has been perfectly implemented in PES 2016, which will make use of a heavily improved collision system capable of calculating how footballers interact with each other creating unique animations depending on the type of impact
- Air Contrasts - Thanks to the new physics system, aerial battles will be a unique experience this year. The left analog stick will be used to oppose physically stronger players or to find the best position so as to have the best in aerial tackles
- 1v1 control - PES 2016 It will also introduce substantial improvements in player control in one-on-one, offering an even greater range of motion. Response times have been improved and allow users even more faithful control in extremely small spaces, also benefiting from new feints that allow sudden changes of direction to disorient the opposing defenders. The 1-on-1 situations have therefore undergone a huge step forward allowing even more dynamism on the pitch. As well as in reality where the field offers the most skilled and courageous the possibility of high-level plays, players will be able to exalt themselves with precise actions, maneuvers adaptable to their style to get the better of the opponent. Right technique and timing can unbalance the defender allowing great plays as they are imagined.
- Perfect Defense - Tackling with the right timing will be essential to secure the ball. The ball will be in your possession immediately, making the outcome never predictable and offering constant opportunities on the break.
- Sophisticated Player AI - Thanks to the innovative and improved team game management it will be possible to set choral actions for 2-3 players based also on the tactics established for your team. The playmates will no longer be dependent on manual changes to make quick 1-2 but will move around the field in an intelligent way, using the spaces as in reality to create opportunities
- Goalkeeper ID - With the intent to improve quality and add unique individuality in performance, new goalkeeper parameters have been added, which now range from Block, Sweep, Dive and Deflect. This aspect allows to give new character to the extreme defenders who will behave in a realistic way with respect to their real counterparts; some will be more adept at grappling or punching sweeping while others will be more effective at blocking close-range shots.
- Management of Celebrations - A brand new addition to the series, players will now also have full control over the celebrations after scoring, so as to maximize their exhilaration after a scoring! After a goal, the buttons will appear on the screen to select the player's typical celebration or the preferred one.
Fundamental Changes - Significant new improvements made to key modes and features.
- A new Master League - The famous Master League mode has been revolutionized, now allowing users to immerse themselves in the world of managerial football like never before. Every element has been redesigned from the ground up: from the new game menus to an exciting and new transfer system, PES 2016 sees one of the series' signature modes redefined to ensure the best single-player experience possible
- New visual improvements - Thanks to the evolution of the Fox Engine, the graphic aspect now enjoys a level of detail never achieved before. You will be able to see splashes of rain as the player glides to gain possession, or the turf that rises as the ball is kicked. In addition, among the many other improvements there will be a new light rendering both in daytime and at night and realistic textures of the field.
- Dynamic Climatic Conditions - For the first time in the PES series, dynamic weather conditions have been introduced, thus giving the possibility for example to see it start raining during the match. Along with more and more realistic ball physics, rain affects the way you play the game with fast passes, and a greater difficulty in blocking the ball for less technical players. The defender who is caught in 1v1 may slip or fall in an attempt to catch the attacker. This feature will be available in all offline modes including the Master League, becoming a fundamental element in the progress of the match.
- Player Movements - Trying to make the movements on the pitch more and more realistic, three times more animations have been added than in the previous chapter. This important addition will greatly affect the performance of the goalkeepers, who will be able to count on many new movements in the parades, as well as for the other roles that will benefit from a wide range of options regarding shooting, passing, dribbling and tackle. Other animations have also been introduced when a player protests after a foul not given, or against a teammate for not having received the ball. The new 1-on-1 control system will benefit from these improvements, with players being able to disorient opponents with feints (foot and body) that will cause the defender to become unbalanced or even fall!
- New balloon physics - In recent years the PES series has stood out for a huge improvement in the management of the physics of the ball, and, with the version PES 2016, new levels of quality will be achieved in terms of realism. Every rotation, touch or bounce of the ball has been calculated with real-time physics, making every moment of the match unique and unpredictable.
Improvements in Quality - Tons of elements have been improved in response to fan feedback.
- myClub - Since the myClub mode was introduced in PES 2015, it has been updated weekly, and, in PES 2016, will come back further refined based on fan comments. Improvements include the introduction of a player level system and players exclusive to this mode. GPs earned through matches or with myClub Coins will ensure a realistic team management experience. The manager will be selected, the coaches will be evaluated, creating a strategy based on what the team goals are. Build your team. Create your own legend!
- Extended and Dynamic Shots - The new angle of the frame will allow a better view of the playing field, allowing a better strategy and an increased effectiveness in aerial contrasts and giving the possibility to see the missing marks of the players thanks to the new and sophisticated AI. Depending on where the ball is on the playing field, the camera will tilt and zoom to allow for the ideal shot during the game.
- Comment - New commentators have been added in the English and German versions, with Peter Drury and Marco Hagemann joining the PES team. Many new phrases and anecdotes for the Master League have been recorded, highlighting new players inserted in the squad, improvements in performance and team performance.
PES 2016 he also kept the exclusive license to use the UEFA Champions League club competition, recently announced. This new agreement for 3 years will allow Konami to have both the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League for clubs with all its options, available in both individual modes and throughout the entire season including qualifiers - with the UEFA European Super Cup featured in the iconic Master League.
The Day One Edition of Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 includes a bonus for gaining an advantage in myClub mode:
- 1 player on loan - Neymar Jr.
- 1 UEFA.com Team of the Year 2014 player
- 10,000 GP in 10 weeks
- 10 salvage items
- 3 player contracts
PEGI: 03
LANGUAGES: Game: in Italian; Box & Manual: in Italian