FIFA 13 is the most complete version of the soccer sim to date, and is a
strong rival to PES 2013 in the battle to be king of the soccer games. There
have been several improvements over FIFA 12, which help to make this version
even better. *First touch control* The new first touch control system will
revolutionize the way you receive the ball. Control will become a matter of
skill rather than something automatic. In FIFA 13, trapping and controlling
the ball are influenced by variables such as positioning, responsiveness and
the attributes of the player receiving the pass. Improper control of the ball
could let your opponent in or cause the ball to run out of play. This change
is similar to when tactical defending was introduced into FIFA 12. Even
experienced FIFA gamers were annoyed at first by the switch but mastering it
felt oh-so satisfying. It's likely to be the same with first touch control
in FIFA 13, and hopefully, like tactical defending, there will be an option
to turn it off, if you need time to get used to it. *Attacking AI* The lack
of options and opportunities when attacking was one of my main problems with
FIFA 12. The AI (artificial intelligence) of the attackers has been improved
in FIFA 13, and players will now move around intelligently depending on their
location, what's happening in the build-up and where the spaces are. In
addition, some attackers will be better than others at avoiding being caught
offside, while others can perform smart tactical movements to punch holes
through for the wingers or fullbacks to run onto. *Impact engine* The impact
engine is the technology that's designed to make collisions between players
more realistic. This engine has been enhanced in FIFA 13 to remove bugs. It
includes a new series of animations to enhance the realism even further.
There will be better jostling between players, who can now use their
shoulders and arms to help shield the ball or to tackle an opponent. Physical
challenges affect speed too in FIFA 13, with attackers being slowed or thrown
off balance slightly if they get knocked while in possession. *Dribbling* In
FIFA 13, the ability to go past an opponent with a simple change of direction
disappears. New moves and refined touches are introduced that allow you to
select to use the inside or outside of the foot. This will be a real delight
for technically-savvy FIFA players, and will bring more skill into beating
your man. *Tactical free kicks* With free kicks in FIFA 13 you can have to
three players around the ball. You can now create new patterns and
unpredictable kicks, fake shots, and drag players out of the wall. From a
defensive perspective you can add players to the wall, or instruct one of
them to come off to intercept a rebound. You can also sneakily move the wall
forward a by a few inches. However, if the referee notices this, you risk
getting a yellow card. *Graphics, career mode and multiplayer* FIFA 13 brings
some tweaks to 3D modeling of players' faces through the use of Dimensional
Imaging. The resemblance to the computer characters' real-life counterparts
is therefore even more accurate than ever. FIFA 13 boasts an extensive career
mode, in which you assume the role of coach, player and manager of your team.
In terms of online multiplayer, EA has promised – without yet revealing
details – an important update to the Head to Head season. *Overall, FIFA 13
promises to be one of the most comprehensive, realistic soccer games we've
seen.*Download *FIFA 13 Preview* in Softonic
