FIFA Manager 09 Demo

While the FIFA Soccer series provides players with a manager mode as well, it is heavily oriented toward the actual in-game simulation, rather than offering a complex and complete set of managing options. That is why the separate Manager franchise has been created in the first place, since it allows for much more in-depth coordination and a way larger database.

FIFA Manager 09 aims to improve on what was already there and add a variety of new options, all of which should make the game much more complex. Thus, beside the usual update regarding team and staff rosters to all of the available clubs, this episode also delivers a wide range of new additions that expand the gameplay possibilities and make it easier for you to apply the desired tactics.

To start off with, it is worth mentioning that the 3D match engine has received quite the generous update, especially when it comes to the way you are able to interact with it and the fluidity of the animations. A new camera position has been added, which enables you to get a bird-eye view over the field and notice your strategy in action, as well as any flaws in the formation.

In order for you to take full advantage of your team, every player must be used at full potential, which means that the formation must accommodate his favorite position. Financial bonuses also work, since morale is just as important as skill when the match day rolls over. In this installment, a “Live Stats” section has been added, which displays information about the match and the players in real-time.

Finally, the user interface has been tweaked and changed as well, in order to make it as simple as possible for you to jump from one section to the other and even customize the environment to fit your requirements. As usual, the live ticker can be adjusted to include the preferred RSS streams, which keep you updated about the desired subjects and never miss an important event.

FIFA Manager 09 does exactly as advertised and provides you with everything you might need in order to impose your own tactics and strategies on the desired team, in order to witness the results. As always, the series keeps on evolving, thanks to the constant updates and feature additions.