Pro Evolution Soccer 2009: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 (2008) is a simulator, sport video game developed by Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo, available on PS3, PC, X360. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 82/100 on IGDB.

What is Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 about?

Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 (often shortened to PES 2009, or simply PES 09) is an association football video game in Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer series. It is the sequel to Pro Evolution Soccer 2008. Before the game was released, it was revealed that creator Shingo Takatsuka had given the game a complete overhaul following the serious criticism of the previous title.

The game supports network play with a reduction in lag compared to PES 2008. Lionel Messi is featured as the cover star, although Andrés Guardado features on some versions.

A new game mode called Become a Legend was introduced, which involves creating a player and taking him through a career. The Master League mode saw the introduction of two-tier negotiations, which involve negotiating with the club first and then the player separately. The Edit Mode was also improved.

The game was followed by PES 2010.

Key details

Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 was released in 2008 and supports single player, multiplayer. Platforms: PS3, PC, X360. Developer: Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo.

Should you play Pro Evolution Soccer 2009?

A solid 82/100 aggregate score makes Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 a safe pick for fans of simulator, sport.