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eFootball 2022

In PR terms, it's the world's costliest public beta. There's a lithe control system in the wreckage, but it'll take many updates to dig it out.
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31%Game Brain Score
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gameplay, graphics
32% User Score Based on 371 reviews
Critic Score 30%Based on 2 reviews

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eFootball 2022 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by KONAMI and was released on September 29, 2021. It received negative reviews from both critics and players.

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32%
Audience ScoreBased on 371 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
gameplay19 negative mentions
  • The game has shown improvement after updates, with smoother gameplay and better graphics compared to its initial release.
  • The new features, such as player customization and the ability to choose value upgrades, add depth to the gameplay experience.
  • As a free-to-play title, it offers a chance for players to experience football simulation without upfront costs.
  • The gameplay is considered the worst in the PES series, with many players expressing disappointment over the controls and mechanics.
  • The game lacks essential modes like Master League and has limited content, making it feel incomplete and rushed.
  • There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including poor AI behavior and graphical glitches, leading to a frustrating experience.
  • gameplay
    75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the latest installment has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players expressing disappointment over its mechanics, controls, and overall execution compared to previous versions like PES 2021. While some users noted minor improvements and new features, the consensus is that the game feels unfinished, with sluggish controls, poor graphics, and a lack of engaging gameplay elements. Overall, players are calling for a return to the classic gameplay style that made earlier titles successful.

    • “Very exciting gameplay.”
    • “The advantage of this game lies in the gameplay since we.”
    • “On the pitch, the gameplay has massively improved.”
    • “Paid for the pre-order, worst gameplay, now missing from my Steam game library, checked the store and it became free to play. What a waste of money! Is it even possible to get a refund for this useless game?”
    • “Efootball 22 is a broken engine with broken control mechanics that made my player lose the ball easily, and there were a lot of bugs in the game such as poor connection, glitches of players, and glitchy defending.”
    • “The main thing PES always had was gameplay... well, that is gone now.”
  • graphics
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users citing poor quality, unrealistic animations, and numerous glitches. While some players noted that the game runs smoothly on high settings, the overall consensus is that the graphics are a significant downgrade compared to previous versions like PES 2021. Many reviewers expressed disappointment, stating that the graphical improvements promised were not delivered, leading to a frustrating experience.

    • “The game runs very smoothly and I hardly had any bugs; the graphics and animations look very realistic, especially on high graphics settings.”
    • “The game has been greatly involved with the boldest modification in graphics, player movement, and control.”
    • “And the graphics of players are so awesome.”
    • “This version has very bad graphics.”
    • “Models and graphics are bad and bugged, not optimized.”
    • “Terrible 90s shadow quality rendered; I felt like the game is wasting the Unreal Engine and has way worse graphics compared to PES 2021/2020.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of glitches, bugs, and performance issues, including low frame rates and graphical problems. Many players express hope that future updates will address these issues and enhance the overall experience, but the current state is described as very buggy and frustrating.

    • “Glitches everywhere.”
    • “Very buggy release.”
    • “Animations and cut scenes are buggy and unfinished, during matches and otherwise.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while player movement and gameplay mechanics are praised for their fluidity, many users report significant issues with graphics quality and frame rate drops, sometimes falling below 30 FPS. There is a desire for improvements in visual aspects and performance, indicating that while the core gameplay is enjoyable, technical optimizations are needed for a better experience.

    • “The player movement is better, more fluid, and more realistic, although the game needs some optimization on the FPS part; sometimes mine drops below 30. Overall, it's good.”
    • “The game plan and tactics are wonderful, but the performance inside the game is very impressive, and I hope to see improvements in graphics and quality.”
    • “Models and graphics are bad and bugged, not optimized.”
    • “Seriously, why does everyone hate this game? I think the player movement is better, more fluid, and more realistic, even the goalkeeper. However, it needs some optimization on the FPS part; sometimes mine drops to below 30. Overall, it's good, but I know my gameplay time is only 0.2 hours.”
    • “UI: optimized to remove lots of unnecessary actions.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game primarily through unexpected glitches and AI behavior, which often leads to unpredictable and amusing moments. The game's script is noted for its clarity and comedic elements, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that encourages players to joke about their experiences, particularly in comparison to other games like FIFA.

    • “The script in the game is very clear and funny!”
    • “We always make jokes about FIFA gameplay with all kinds of funny moments.”
    • “Update v 1.0.1 is better, but the AI is still funny; I cannot predict who will press when I'm using team press.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized for heavily influencing gameplay outcomes to encourage microtransactions, leading to a negative experience even for a free game. Users recommend avoiding in-game purchases and treating it as a casual entertainment option rather than a serious investment.

    • “The monetization model is frustrating, as it feels like the game is designed to push you towards buying more microtransactions.”
    • “While it's a free game with in-game purchases, the overall experience can be negatively impacted by the monetization strategy.”
    • “I recommend avoiding in-game purchases and enjoying the game as a free entertainment option, especially if you need a break from FIFA.”
    • “You control 1 player, and what the other 10 do is decided by the script/AI, which wants you to win or lose based on what makes you buy more microtransactions.”
    • “The monetization is bad, even considering that it is a free game with in-game purchases.”
    • “Recommendation: do not buy the in-game purchases, and let it be a free entertainment option that you can play when you're tired of FIFA sometimes.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has been criticized for being underwhelming and lacking depth, leading to disappointment among players, particularly given the expectations for a title from Konami.

    • “The story feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I was really disappointed with the plot twists; they were predictable and uninspired.”
    • “The narrative is confusing and poorly structured, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with some users expressing dissatisfaction and labeling certain tracks as subpar.

    • “The music in this game is quite disappointing.”
    • “Some of the tracks are really underwhelming and don't fit the game's vibe.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and lacking in variety.”
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eFootball 2022 is a sport game.

eFootball 2022 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 400 hours playing eFootball 2022.

eFootball 2022 was released on September 29, 2021.

eFootball 2022 was developed by KONAMI.

eFootball 2022 has received negative reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

eFootball 2022 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include eFootball PES 2020, PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2019, eFootball PES 2021 SEASON UPDATE, FIFA 22, Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 and others.