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FIFA 19 is a soccer sports and simulation game featuring many different game modes. It is the latest release in the FIFA series of soccer games.
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Pros
Pro Interesting risk-reward mechanic for taking those goal-scoring shots
When going for that goal-scoring power kick, there's an optional second button press at just the right time after your kick has been charged. If executed properly, it's very satisfying to watch the ball go flying past the goalie. If you mess up the timing, you will miss the shot. It's a simple, but effective risk-reward mechanic that gives you pause to whether or not the extra power in your kick is worth it. While it's definitely a skill that takes a little while to learn and master, scoring goals is definitely more powerful and exciting when you get the timing just right.
Pro Greatly revamped ball handling over previous FIFA titles
Ball handling and physics are more realistic this time around, making controlling the ball, kicking, and performing tricks much more rewarding. As the ball bounces and slides around you, you'll have to actively work to maintain control. This makes pulling off a tricky pass or getting through a wall of defenders require a bit of skill and finesse, and as a result, makes ball control much more engaging and requiring more input from you than previous titles.
Pro An authentic and immersive soccer experience
There are many fine details which go into making this a truly great experience for soccer enthusiasts. For starters, the players are based on real league players, all with their own unique look and mannerisms, so you'll be able to play with and against all your favorites.
There are 16 stadiums to play in, and they are all modeled after their real-life counterparts down to every little detail. Crowds packed into the stands will realistically cheer for great plays which pulls you into the action, and helps to bring these stadiums to life.
During actual matches, ball physics are realistic, AI reacts intelligently to plays, and all the players have their own unique stats which helps the action to be varied and exciting. All of these small details (and many more) combine to make this one of the most authentic and immersive soccer games currently available.
Pro House Rules mode is extremely fun and creative
An especially fun mode is House Rules, where you can turn toggle off various rules (such as fouls or offsides) which essentially means you can make the game as chaotic and hectic as you want.
You're also able to set a wide variety of custom rulesets such as the team who scores a goal loses a player for the rest of the game, custom win conditions, make long range goals count for 2 points, only goals scored by headers count, and more. It takes the base fun of a soccer match and turns the fun up since it lets you get as creative as you want.
Cons
Con Ultimate Team Mode is plagued with microtransactions
Ultimate Team Mode lets you custom build your own team, but in order to get all the best players you will have to grind excessively in-game or pay real money. It takes a mode that should be all about having fun building your dream team, but ultimately ruins it by turning it into a frustrating cash shop with microtransactions and random loot boxes.