EA has announced that FIFA World, a free-to-play PC version of the popular FIFA series, is set to launch a new game engine supposed to give fans an even better, more realistic, football experience. The engine is supposed to remove the barriers of having access to a console or a high-powered pricey PC, and brings the world of FIFA to more gaming and football fans around the globe. Available in 9 languages, fans with an average gaming system and a internet connection can play FIFA World for free with real players, clubs and over 30 officially licensed leagues.
Since its originally announcement at Gamescom last year, FIFA World has seen more than 3.5 million registrations from over 180 countries register to play the Beta, with over 45 million total matches played. Based on fan feedback, over 20 major updates have been made (including gamepad support) as well as Accomplishments - a new feature that challenges and rewards fans for recreating defining moments.
“In FIFA World we have created a live service platform that allows us to fundamentally change the game by adding new features and modes through regular updates, all while keeping fans engaged with dynamic live content that follows the real world of football. After almost a year of working closely with our fans we are very excited for our biggest update yet - a brand new game engine,” said Executive Producer Mike McCabe.
The development team at EA Canada has adapted some FIFA fan-favorites with various features to bring FIFA World’s new game engine to life. With smarter AI , teammates can now adapt to your style of play by making better attacking runs in the opponents half. Improvements to Defensive AI have also being made that result in better marking and run tracking. First Touch Control and Complete Dribbling have been implemented and redefine how players control and run with the ball. A Player Impact Engine also brings real world physics to the game. Upgrades and improvements have also been implemented to the Keyboard and Mouse Controls making Tactical Free Kicks easier than before.
To complement the new game engine, fans can expect a number of updates in the coming months with new features such as video sharing, which will allow fans to upload their goal replays directly to YouTube, as well as roster updates, new kits, boots and club badges, as well as the addition of the Turkish Super Lig.
Players interested in participating in the Open Beta can start building their club in FIFA World for free by registering here.
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