TVGB: "Every year around September/October, the two juggernauts of videogame football go head to head. EA Canada's Fifa and Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) release within weeks of each other every year. It used to be a case of comparing the two against each other, with both games highlighting each others flaws. Even though comparisons may be made, it appears that what we have this year is two games that are going in very different directions. Whilst the arcade nature of the Pro Evolution Soccer franchise may appeal to some, a more realistic representation of the beautiful game is found in the Fifa series (so from now on, no more Fifa-PES comparisons in this review). This year EA Canada have built on the solid foundations laid by Fifa 08, as well as Euro 2008, and have produced an incredibly realistic game. The improvements that have been made ensure that for those looking for a true football simulation, Fifa 09 is closer to the sport than any videogame has ever come."
