Pro Evolution Soccer 2015
- November 13, 2014
- Konami
PES stands alone, and this year finally delivers on the next generation of consoles. A great looking, immensely satisfying kickabout.
Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 is a sport game that offers both single-player and multi-player modes. The game is centered on the mantra "the pitch is ours" and focuses on total control, responsive controls, and finely balanced gameplay. Through reworked key elements, PES 2015 aims to provide maximum player satisfaction with every pass, shot, and run on the virtual pitch.
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
Cloud
NVIDIA GeForce NOW
PlayStation
Playstation 3
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- Excellent gameplay that feels realistic and emphasizes tactical play.
- Improved player animations and individuality, making top players behave like their real-life counterparts.
- Deep editing and tactical options that allow for a personalized gaming experience.
- Poor presentation with laggy menus and dull commentary.
- Lack of official licenses for many teams, affecting authenticity.
- Online play suffers from connectivity issues and is not as polished as the offline experience.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay in Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 is highly praised for its fluidity, realism, and intelligent mechanics, making it a standout choice for football enthusiasts. Despite some criticisms regarding commentary and confusing menus, the core gameplay experience is considered excellent and well worth the purchase for fans seeking a simulation-style soccer experience. The game successfully balances stunning graphics with engaging on-field action, solidifying its reputation as a top contender in the genre.
“Gameplay is fantastic; player movement and ball mechanics are more fluid and realistic.”
“On gameplay alone, it is well worth purchasing, and for football fanatics who want actual passing football, look no further.”
“Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 brings a mechanically crafted and intelligent game of football to these new consoles that even a lack of official licenses or boring commentary cannot take away from its addictive and brilliant gameplay.”
“The commentary is horrendous, and the new myClub mechanics are pretty confusing, and the tutorial isn't of much help.”
“It will be interesting to see how the game evolves after launch and whether Konami can deliver the long-term support so necessary to keep its fans happy as it further refines the core mechanics.”
“Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 brings a mechanically crafted and intelligent game of football to these new consoles that even a lack of official license or boring commentary cannot take away from its addictive and brilliant gameplay.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their high quality and impressive player likenesses, contributing to a visually appealing experience. However, some critiques highlight that while the in-game graphics are excellent, the overall presentation suffers from uninspired menus and a lack of licensed teams, which detracts from the immersion. Despite these issues, the next-gen graphics and fluid gameplay are noted as standout features that enhance the overall enjoyment for football fans.
“In-game graphics are excellent, as are most player likenesses.”
“Next-gen graphics and slick presentation, fast, fluid gameplay, more game modes, cracking soundtrack.”
“With stunning graphics and some of the best football gameplay you'll experience, PES is certainly a must-have for any football fan.”
“The graphics quality is disappointing, especially considering the limited innovation in the master league.”
“While the game boasts next-gen graphics and slick presentation, it ultimately falls short in delivering a truly immersive visual experience.”
“The overall presentation feels lacking, with graphics that do not meet the expectations set by modern gaming standards.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with a cracking soundtrack that complements the next-gen graphics and slick presentation, enhancing the overall fast and fluid gameplay experience.
“The soundtrack is absolutely cracking, perfectly complementing the fast and fluid gameplay.”
“The music enhances the overall experience, making every moment feel more immersive.”
“With next-gen graphics and a slick presentation, the music truly elevates the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is marked by occasional glitches and persistent issues, particularly in online play, which fails to meet expectations. Additionally, longstanding flaws, such as unengaging commentary, continue to detract from the experience.
“There are a few glitches here and there, and online play is still not as good as it should be.”
“Old flaws like boring commentary still persist, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to enjoy the content.”
Critic Reviews
Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 Review
While still suffering from a lack of licenses, Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 makes up for it with some of the best simulation style soccer gameplay in gaming.
80%Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 Review
PES stands alone, and this year finally delivers on the next generation of consoles. A great looking, immensely satisfying kickabout.
90%The best PES game in years
After several years of seemingly going through the motions, PES 2015 absolutely nails the football side of things whilst making small advances other departments. There is still work to be done for next year, but for now, where it matters most, PES is on the up.
90%
