eFootball Football Simulator

(Formerly Pro Evolution Soccer/PES)

Developer: Konami
Release: 2021 (Rebranded from PES)
Platforms: PS4/PS5, Xbox, PC, Mobile (Cross-Platform)
Business Model: Free-to-Play (With Microtransactions)

Key Features

✅ Gameplay:

• Focuses on realistic ball physics and player movement ("Hybrid Motion" animation system).

• Faster, more arcade-style than FIFA/EA FC.

✅ Modes:

• Dream Team: Build squads (similar to FIFA Ultimate Team).

• Online Divisions: Competitive ranked matches.

• Limited Offline: No full Master League (as of 2024).

✅ Licensing:

• Partial licenses for leagues (EPL, Serie A, UEFA) – fewer than EA FC.

• Partner clubs like Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester United.

✅ Mobile:

• Surprisingly polished – one of the best mobile football games.

Controversies & Reception

⚠️ Rocky Launch (2021):

• Buggy, missing features, dubbed "Worst Game on Steam".

• Gradually improved but still lacks depth.

🔄 Live Service Model:

• No annual releases – updates instead.

• Slow to add promised features (Master League, etc.).

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Verdict (2024)

• 👍 Try It: It’s free and fun for quick matches.

• 👎 Avoid If: You want deep career modes or full licenses.

• 📱 Mobile: Arguably the best version.

"A work-in-progress football sim with potential but still playing catch-up to EA FC."