Fernando Torres signs for PES 2010
Liverpool and Spain striker joins Lionel Messi as the face of PES 2010
After seeing Lionel Messi and Fernando Torres in the trailer together, I think we’d all come to the same conclusion but this is confirmation that Torres will be the other cover star. There's some new gameplay details tagged on at the end of the press release which are well worth reading, along with a couple of tasty new screenshots.
For me, the Torres headshot is just as impressive as the Messi screenshot that was released back in May. The shirt texture is there for everyone to see and even the birthmark on his neck, which I didn't even know he had until looking at this screenshot, has been reproduced accurately. The stadium in the background looks more vibrant and less like a concrete bowl, but that probably has something to do with the weather conditions of the game when the shots were taken. The original file name indicates that it was taken on the 20th May, around the same time as the the E3 screenshots were produced.
The other screenshot is the familiar 'ariel challenge' shot, with the excellent lighting and shadows on display again. One thing I'll bring up is the crowd and the effect this 'dynamic lighting' is having. In PES 2009 the crowd would be a lifeless monotone sea of grey but now they actually look a crowd should from a distance. The added colour and shadows cast from overhanging tiers help bring the crowd to life, so it isn't just on pitch visuals that have improved.
Onto the press release and the gameplay advances. The player characteristics sound a lot like the current attribute stars, but with potentially more influence on the game and players behaviour. Apart from penalty kicks and long throw ins, I've never noticed any drastic changes when giving a player a special star in previous PES games; maybe these new traits will add a new dimension to gameplay and help separate the elite players from the rest.
There's a bit more info on these tactical bars which will give the editing gurus something new to tweak to improve the realism, and confirmation that Master League will include both the Champions League and Europa League. Jon Champion and Mark Lawrenson return to the commentary box for PES 2010 with a new script to add some much needed depth to the commentary.
Could it be Liverpool's year?
Torres now joins an illustrious list of footballers to grace the cover of PES. Starting in PES4 with Francesco Totti and Theirry Henry joining referee Pierluigi Collina on the cover of the game, the cover stars have usually gone on to have a very successful season with their club team. Liverpool fans will be hoping that Torres will help spearhead their title challenge next season as they look to secure their first league title in nearly twenty years.
In the season Henry first appeared on the cover of PES, he went on to score thirty goals and despite missing out on the Premier League title he managed to win the FA Cup with Arsenal. The following season he remained on the cover, this time opposite Chelsea captain John Terry with both players have stellar seasons for their respective clubs. John Terry lifted Chelsea’s first league title in fifty years and appeared in many team of the year selections, including the FIFPro and FIFA World Cup selections. Thierry Henry also had one of his best seasons at Arsenal scoring thirty-three goals and breaking Arsenal’s all time scoring records, along with being named the Football Writers Association’s Footballer of the Year for the third time.
PES6 saw a slight break in the trend with global cover star Adriano having one of his worst seasons on and off the pitch. Despite winning the Serie A title with Inter Milan he only contributed six goals and was chastised in the media for his party habits. The ‘other’ cover stars around Europe did manage to find success however. John Terry again appeared on the cover in England and Didier Drogba appeared for the first time on the cover of the French version of the game. Both players had a good season with Chelsea as they completed a domestic cup double winning both the FA and League Cups.
In recent versions of the game, the cover stars have gone on the have the best season of their career. Cristiano Ronaldo graced the PES 2008 cover and went on to be named World Footballer of the Year. Scoring forty-two goals for Manchester United, he led the line as they won both the Premier League and the Champions League titles, and personally won nearly ever award possible from the press and his contemporaries, both domestically and internationally.
Lionel Messi again appears on the cover of PES 2010 after debuting on the cover of PES 2009. We all know what kind of a season he has had this year, completing an historic treble with Barcelona, scoring thirty-eight goals and a shoe in for the World Player of the Year awards.
Liverpool fans will be hoping that Fernando Torres will be able to replicate these successes and help Liverpool win that elusive league title they are so desperate for. Who knows, maybe this year is Liverpool’s year?
After seeing Lionel Messi and Fernando Torres in the trailer together, I think we’d all come to the same conclusion but this is confirmation that Torres will be the other cover star. There's some new gameplay details tagged on at the end of the press release which are well worth reading, along with a couple of tasty new screenshots.
“Liverpool and Spain striker joins Lionel Messi as the face of PES 2010, as Konami lifts lid on even more gameplay advances
Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH has announced that Liverpool FC and Spanish international striker Fernando Torres is to join Lionel Messi as the cover stars of PES 2010.
Torres, 25, has enjoyed an incredibly successful season both at club and international level, and will now join UEFA Champions League winner Messi on the front of PES 2010’s packaging and marketing materials. Fernando Torres was born in Madrid in 1984, and gained acclaim by helping Spain win the Under 16 UEFA European Championships in 2001 scoring the only goal in the final against France. His pace and prowess in front of goal saw him signed by Atlético de Madrid as an 11-year-old, making his mark in the first team from the age of 17 and scoring 82 goals in 214 league appearances for the club. This form took him to Liverpool for a £26m fee in 2007, where his prolific strike rate has continued and has seen him cement his place in the senior Spanish national squad. Torres was a pivotal figure in Spain’s successful EURO 2008 campaign where he again scored the only goal in the final against Germany.
“Everyone knows that when it comes to football simulation, Konami’s PES series is by far the most realistic title available,” commented Torres. “The new game looks absolutely stunning, and I look forward to seeing myself in action in PES 2010.” “Fernando Torres has established himself as one of the most exciting strikers in the game,” added Jon Murphy, PES European Team Leader. “He encapsulates everything that is good about the modern game, showcasing both pace, skill and vision – three elements that play a major part in PES 2010 as a football simulation.”
In addition to the announcement of Torres’ involvement, Konami has also unveiled key new additions to PES 2010’s content:
* ·Enhanced Realism: PES 2010 delivers a pace of game in tune with football played at the highest level. Triangulation of passes and use of off-the-ball runs are key to breaking down the opposition, forcing the player to use the strengths of their team mates to create scoring opportunities. Gone are ‘soft’ goals that can be used to break the deadlock; instead, only working the channels and the precision play expected of great players will make a difference.
* ·Player Characteristics: Key skills of the many players have now been attributed names, allowing users to incorporate them into their play strategy. Cover star Torres, for instance, is renowned for his ability to receive a pass in the penalty area, and to drop the ball to a teammate in a good position for a goal-scoring opportunity. As such, he is labeled a ‘Fox in the Box’ and Goal Poacher’, in line with his prowess in both scoring and setting up goals. Player characteristics are more vividly reproduced by these names.
* ·Instant Tactical Switching: Konami has already unveiled its new tactical bar system related to PES 2010’s attacking and defensive elements, but can now reveal additional information. Each team has unique settings matching their real-life playing styles. Torres at Liverpool, for instance, will recreate the Merseyside club’s sophisticated play and high numbers in attack, their pressing from midfield, strong defensive line, and width across the pitch. For the offense, the default settings support wide attacks and the aim to move in the back of the opponent’s defense line. The user can summon the bar instantly during a match to adjust team tactics to enhance their defence or strengthen attacks.
* ·Master League: The Master League now incorporates both the Champions League and Europa Leagues in its content, offering a complete season for players to enjoy. Success in the Master League will see players streamed into these competitions. The lure of European football can also be used to attract stronger players to your side, with transfer dealings and contracts now significantly more realistic in their use.
* ·Commentary: PES 2010 reunites Jon Champion and Mark Lawrenson in the game’s virtual commentary box, but in a more effective way than before. The commentary is now more tied to the action, with comments detailing player ability, significant match history and analysis, within a more concise and detailed delivery designed to mimic the presentation of games.
Konami is committed to delivering the most realistic football to date, and will make further announcements regarding PES 2010’s exciting, innovative content in the run-up to the game’s Autumn launch. Key details on the game’s DLC, online elements and options will follow shortly.”
Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH has announced that Liverpool FC and Spanish international striker Fernando Torres is to join Lionel Messi as the cover stars of PES 2010.
Torres, 25, has enjoyed an incredibly successful season both at club and international level, and will now join UEFA Champions League winner Messi on the front of PES 2010’s packaging and marketing materials. Fernando Torres was born in Madrid in 1984, and gained acclaim by helping Spain win the Under 16 UEFA European Championships in 2001 scoring the only goal in the final against France. His pace and prowess in front of goal saw him signed by Atlético de Madrid as an 11-year-old, making his mark in the first team from the age of 17 and scoring 82 goals in 214 league appearances for the club. This form took him to Liverpool for a £26m fee in 2007, where his prolific strike rate has continued and has seen him cement his place in the senior Spanish national squad. Torres was a pivotal figure in Spain’s successful EURO 2008 campaign where he again scored the only goal in the final against Germany.
“Everyone knows that when it comes to football simulation, Konami’s PES series is by far the most realistic title available,” commented Torres. “The new game looks absolutely stunning, and I look forward to seeing myself in action in PES 2010.” “Fernando Torres has established himself as one of the most exciting strikers in the game,” added Jon Murphy, PES European Team Leader. “He encapsulates everything that is good about the modern game, showcasing both pace, skill and vision – three elements that play a major part in PES 2010 as a football simulation.”
In addition to the announcement of Torres’ involvement, Konami has also unveiled key new additions to PES 2010’s content:
* ·Enhanced Realism: PES 2010 delivers a pace of game in tune with football played at the highest level. Triangulation of passes and use of off-the-ball runs are key to breaking down the opposition, forcing the player to use the strengths of their team mates to create scoring opportunities. Gone are ‘soft’ goals that can be used to break the deadlock; instead, only working the channels and the precision play expected of great players will make a difference.
* ·Player Characteristics: Key skills of the many players have now been attributed names, allowing users to incorporate them into their play strategy. Cover star Torres, for instance, is renowned for his ability to receive a pass in the penalty area, and to drop the ball to a teammate in a good position for a goal-scoring opportunity. As such, he is labeled a ‘Fox in the Box’ and Goal Poacher’, in line with his prowess in both scoring and setting up goals. Player characteristics are more vividly reproduced by these names.
* ·Instant Tactical Switching: Konami has already unveiled its new tactical bar system related to PES 2010’s attacking and defensive elements, but can now reveal additional information. Each team has unique settings matching their real-life playing styles. Torres at Liverpool, for instance, will recreate the Merseyside club’s sophisticated play and high numbers in attack, their pressing from midfield, strong defensive line, and width across the pitch. For the offense, the default settings support wide attacks and the aim to move in the back of the opponent’s defense line. The user can summon the bar instantly during a match to adjust team tactics to enhance their defence or strengthen attacks.
* ·Master League: The Master League now incorporates both the Champions League and Europa Leagues in its content, offering a complete season for players to enjoy. Success in the Master League will see players streamed into these competitions. The lure of European football can also be used to attract stronger players to your side, with transfer dealings and contracts now significantly more realistic in their use.
* ·Commentary: PES 2010 reunites Jon Champion and Mark Lawrenson in the game’s virtual commentary box, but in a more effective way than before. The commentary is now more tied to the action, with comments detailing player ability, significant match history and analysis, within a more concise and detailed delivery designed to mimic the presentation of games.
Konami is committed to delivering the most realistic football to date, and will make further announcements regarding PES 2010’s exciting, innovative content in the run-up to the game’s Autumn launch. Key details on the game’s DLC, online elements and options will follow shortly.”
For me, the Torres headshot is just as impressive as the Messi screenshot that was released back in May. The shirt texture is there for everyone to see and even the birthmark on his neck, which I didn't even know he had until looking at this screenshot, has been reproduced accurately. The stadium in the background looks more vibrant and less like a concrete bowl, but that probably has something to do with the weather conditions of the game when the shots were taken. The original file name indicates that it was taken on the 20th May, around the same time as the the E3 screenshots were produced.
The other screenshot is the familiar 'ariel challenge' shot, with the excellent lighting and shadows on display again. One thing I'll bring up is the crowd and the effect this 'dynamic lighting' is having. In PES 2009 the crowd would be a lifeless monotone sea of grey but now they actually look a crowd should from a distance. The added colour and shadows cast from overhanging tiers help bring the crowd to life, so it isn't just on pitch visuals that have improved.
Onto the press release and the gameplay advances. The player characteristics sound a lot like the current attribute stars, but with potentially more influence on the game and players behaviour. Apart from penalty kicks and long throw ins, I've never noticed any drastic changes when giving a player a special star in previous PES games; maybe these new traits will add a new dimension to gameplay and help separate the elite players from the rest.
There's a bit more info on these tactical bars which will give the editing gurus something new to tweak to improve the realism, and confirmation that Master League will include both the Champions League and Europa League. Jon Champion and Mark Lawrenson return to the commentary box for PES 2010 with a new script to add some much needed depth to the commentary.
Could it be Liverpool's year?
Torres now joins an illustrious list of footballers to grace the cover of PES. Starting in PES4 with Francesco Totti and Theirry Henry joining referee Pierluigi Collina on the cover of the game, the cover stars have usually gone on to have a very successful season with their club team. Liverpool fans will be hoping that Torres will help spearhead their title challenge next season as they look to secure their first league title in nearly twenty years.
In the season Henry first appeared on the cover of PES, he went on to score thirty goals and despite missing out on the Premier League title he managed to win the FA Cup with Arsenal. The following season he remained on the cover, this time opposite Chelsea captain John Terry with both players have stellar seasons for their respective clubs. John Terry lifted Chelsea’s first league title in fifty years and appeared in many team of the year selections, including the FIFPro and FIFA World Cup selections. Thierry Henry also had one of his best seasons at Arsenal scoring thirty-three goals and breaking Arsenal’s all time scoring records, along with being named the Football Writers Association’s Footballer of the Year for the third time.
PES6 saw a slight break in the trend with global cover star Adriano having one of his worst seasons on and off the pitch. Despite winning the Serie A title with Inter Milan he only contributed six goals and was chastised in the media for his party habits. The ‘other’ cover stars around Europe did manage to find success however. John Terry again appeared on the cover in England and Didier Drogba appeared for the first time on the cover of the French version of the game. Both players had a good season with Chelsea as they completed a domestic cup double winning both the FA and League Cups.
In recent versions of the game, the cover stars have gone on the have the best season of their career. Cristiano Ronaldo graced the PES 2008 cover and went on to be named World Footballer of the Year. Scoring forty-two goals for Manchester United, he led the line as they won both the Premier League and the Champions League titles, and personally won nearly ever award possible from the press and his contemporaries, both domestically and internationally.
Lionel Messi again appears on the cover of PES 2010 after debuting on the cover of PES 2009. We all know what kind of a season he has had this year, completing an historic treble with Barcelona, scoring thirty-eight goals and a shoe in for the World Player of the Year awards.
Liverpool fans will be hoping that Fernando Torres will be able to replicate these successes and help Liverpool win that elusive league title they are so desperate for. Who knows, maybe this year is Liverpool’s year?
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