{"id":1936,"date":"2017-11-08T10:16:43","date_gmt":"2017-11-08T09:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-pro-evolution-soccer-2018\/"},"modified":"2025-06-16T19:19:13","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T17:19:13","slug":"review-pro-evolution-soccer-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-pro-evolution-soccer-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

PES 2018<\/strong> continues to face challenges in several areas compared to FIFA 18<\/strong><\/a>. The menu design remains dated, and while the commentary has seen marginal improvements, it still suffers from repetitiveness and, at times, factual inaccuracies. During one match, the commentators’ observations were completely disconnected from the on-screen action. Graphically, the game scales to 4K on PS4 Pro but lacks HDR support. Animations are refined, and player collisions during headers are visually impressive. However, facial models appear somewhat less realistic than those in the competitor’s title. Konami has announced a collaboration with Arsenal to improve the fidelity of player likenesses.<\/p>\n

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The single-player mode offerings are limited to classic options, including Become a Legend. Online functionality is also less stable compared to EA’s offering. Furthermore, due to a smaller player base, matchmaking times may be longer in PES 2018<\/em>, with the exception of FIFA 18<\/em> on Nintendo Switch, which features a restricted online experience lacking the ability to challenge friends online. The limited number of official licenses in PES 2018<\/em> also detracts from the overall immersion, although unofficial patches are available to rectify team and player names, faces, and kits.<\/p>\n

However, PES 2018<\/em> distinguishes itself from FIFA 18<\/em> in one key area: gameplay feel. PES<\/em> has consistently delivered a compelling and fluid on-field experience, characterized by responsive, intelligent, and creative player behavior. The game continues to produce emergent and unexpected moments, and the satisfaction of scoring a remarkable goal remains unmatched.<\/p>\n

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The contest between FIFA 18<\/em> and PES 2018<\/em> can be likened to a match between a technically superior team and an underdog exhibiting exceptional teamwork and passion. While FIFA 18<\/em> possesses numerous advantages, PES 2018<\/em> delivers a more enjoyable gameplay experience. This ultimately makes PES 2018<\/em> the preferred football game this year; its engaging gameplay is the defining factor.<\/p>\n