D+PAD: Ignoring its technical issues, the biggest problem with Ultimate Team is that it's far too easy to manipulate and abuse. When it works, it's great fun and, just like the stickers, will undoubtedly hook many people in – as long as they accept its shortfalls.
To celebrate the launch of EA SPORTS' FIFA 10 Ultimate Team expansion, Microsoft has announced that Xbox LIVE will be home to exclusive football tournaments, events and competitions this weekend. FIFA 10 Ultimate Team is available now to download for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, for only £3.99 through PlayStation Network or 400 Microsoft Points.
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Boomtown writes: "No rivalry in the world of gaming is fiercer than the one between competing football franchises. It almost mirrors the strength of feeling people have for their club. Crossing the divide to support another franchise is a relatively rare occurrence. There are two major derby matches in the football gaming calendar and they feature a bitter enmity which has built up over the last few years. The first is Pro Evolution versus FIFA and the second is Championship Manager versus Football Manager."
