The first obvious difference is the cover. With Messi, EA have definitely made a far more attractive concept than with ugly Wayne Rooney. When I looked at the cover of Fifa 12, I thought of how rubbish Britain can be. Teams like Stoke City, and things like shell-suits. However, with Fifa 13, I think of sexy Barcelona and flamboyant pass and move football. Do you see the difference?
Another visual difference is the interface. With Fifa 13, we find a much brighter interface, which focuses more on the game modes rather than your arena player. And on the subject of the arena, it takes much more of a backseat role than in Fifa 12. Now before games your player takes part in Skill Games, tests on aspects of your game. Although these games can often be fun, I found myself bored by them after about 5 minutes of playing a single one, as it gets repetitive quite quickly. However on occasion I found myself trying to get to the next level which means that at least the skill games have an aim.
Another new feature in the game is the ability to buy items using credits, which are gained along with XP. I think this is a great new feature which adds replay value. Some of the items on sale include retro kits, and consumables which allow you to change the name of your Ultimate Team.
On the subject of Ultimate Team, I'd like to talk about the new Seasons feature which I love. This feature is basically like Head to Head Seasons, but with your Ultimate Team. It is fun and whenever I switch on my Xbox I also want to play Seasons. However there is the distinct lack of matchmaking, in that your League One Bronze Team could face an all gold team. I suppose this will lead to people leaving behind those kind of squads, which will be disappointing.
Career Mode has also undergone changes, including the new international manager feature. However EA Sports clearly found it essential for us to know all of the made up transfer gossip, so they've added a pop up feature which is very in your face and also annoying.
The most outrageous decision is however still to come. EA have changed Kick Off. Now when you want to pick up and play with mates, you have to consider whether your preferred team is in-form. This adds a new dimension to the game, and means that, often the seemingly better team doesn't win.
Gameplay has also changed, as the much heralded attacking intelligence means that you find yourself with far more possible passes as you attack. However I have noticed many of these available players are often in offside positions, so you do need to think before you pass. And the graphics? Well, as usual the graphics are excellent. The other day my brother asked 'Which teams are on TV?' whilst I was playing the game.
Would I spend £40 on it? Well I think that yes, you should as it is a game which has definitely improved upon last years effort, and because it is a game which leaves little to be desired in any field.
So, overall I would give Fifa 13 a 9/10
+ Interface
+ New Ultimate Team Features
+ New XP rewards system
+ Attacking Intelligence
+ Graphics are great, as usual
+ International Manager is a fun new addition.
- Kick Off can be annoying as you have to check who's in form
- No matchmaking on UT Seasons.
Do you agree? Do you disagree? Let me know below.
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