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17-04-2000, 08:47:PM
Here's an excerpt from a review from Console Domain (this is the PSX version)...
"For me, the most disappointing factor here is the long running problem with the ease of scoring. Basically, as you run hell for leather by hammering the triangle button, Track and Field style, a simple press of the shoot button when inside the opponent's area will virtually guarantee you a goal every time. FIFA fans will probably love this simple gameplay, but for me the whole skill element is sadly lacking. Even on the hardest difficulty setting, keepers are easily beaten, although outfield players are much tougher to beat. Similarly, the computer manages to get away with some hideous tackles, with the referee seemingly oblivious. Another retained annoyance is the fact that you can change the difficulty setting during a game, which will obviously assist those who wish to cheat. Most players will be guaranteed an even game against the medium difficulty setting though.
When compared to the current game of the moment – Konami's ISS Pro Evolution, Euro 2000 can appear jerky and its physics seem poorly judged. On the fastest game setting, the action can become too much like a frantic game of pinball, where you just don't get any time on the ball and the action judders along. On the slower settings, the game becomes too laborious. In comparison, ISS plays a much smoother and rewarding experience, where complex passing moves and wrong-footing through balls are a joy to pull off. Also, individual player characteristics are better judged in ISS, where there are more noticeable differences in players' shooting abilities and physical appearance. Although EA claim to have utilised a brand new face texture generator for this game, players still appear too angular-limbed and block-headed. On occasions, I was actually quite scared by some of the freaky mutant faces of players, putting Resident Evil's zombies to shame. One aspect that I have never liked from the FIFA series of late is that the ball can seem too floaty. Even when you blast the ball at the keeper, he will oddly manage to punch it away rather than pull-off a more realistic tip around the post or over the bar. "
Here's the full review link:
http://www.consoledomain.com/psx/reviews/EURO_2000.html
Like I said, I'll wait for the PC demo, check it out....but I'm more excited about May 16th...
"For me, the most disappointing factor here is the long running problem with the ease of scoring. Basically, as you run hell for leather by hammering the triangle button, Track and Field style, a simple press of the shoot button when inside the opponent's area will virtually guarantee you a goal every time. FIFA fans will probably love this simple gameplay, but for me the whole skill element is sadly lacking. Even on the hardest difficulty setting, keepers are easily beaten, although outfield players are much tougher to beat. Similarly, the computer manages to get away with some hideous tackles, with the referee seemingly oblivious. Another retained annoyance is the fact that you can change the difficulty setting during a game, which will obviously assist those who wish to cheat. Most players will be guaranteed an even game against the medium difficulty setting though.
When compared to the current game of the moment – Konami's ISS Pro Evolution, Euro 2000 can appear jerky and its physics seem poorly judged. On the fastest game setting, the action can become too much like a frantic game of pinball, where you just don't get any time on the ball and the action judders along. On the slower settings, the game becomes too laborious. In comparison, ISS plays a much smoother and rewarding experience, where complex passing moves and wrong-footing through balls are a joy to pull off. Also, individual player characteristics are better judged in ISS, where there are more noticeable differences in players' shooting abilities and physical appearance. Although EA claim to have utilised a brand new face texture generator for this game, players still appear too angular-limbed and block-headed. On occasions, I was actually quite scared by some of the freaky mutant faces of players, putting Resident Evil's zombies to shame. One aspect that I have never liked from the FIFA series of late is that the ball can seem too floaty. Even when you blast the ball at the keeper, he will oddly manage to punch it away rather than pull-off a more realistic tip around the post or over the bar. "
Here's the full review link:
http://www.consoledomain.com/psx/reviews/EURO_2000.html
Like I said, I'll wait for the PC demo, check it out....but I'm more excited about May 16th...