Pro Evolution Soccer 2017

PES 2017 is the ultimate package for the most realistic footballing experience.

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Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 is a football simulation game, available for Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. As the 16th installment in the Pro Evolution Soccer series, it offers delightful gameplay for 2-players, multi-player, co-op, and single-player modes. The game aims to provide a realistic sports experience through enhanced graphics and improved AI.

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Reviews

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

PES 2017 offers fluid and organic gameplay, with a strong emphasis on passing and player movement, making it feel more realistic than FIFA.
The game features a variety of player styles and improved tactics, allowing for a more engaging and strategic soccer experience.
Despite licensing issues, the ability to edit teams and kits makes it easy for players to customize their experience, enhancing overall enjoyment.

The game suffers from input lag in online modes, making it frustrating for players who prioritize online gameplay.
PES 2017 has fewer licensed teams and real names, which can detract from the authenticity for some players.
The AI can be overly aggressive, leading to frequent fouls and a lack of balance in gameplay, which may diminish the fun for some users.

gameplay
35 mentions
31 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay in PES 2017 is highly praised for its fluidity, smooth mechanics, and realistic feel, often being favored over FIFA 17 by players who prioritize gameplay over licensing. Many users highlight the significant improvements from previous versions, describing it as superb and flawless, while also noting that it offers a more natural experience despite some frustrations with AI opponents. In contrast, FIFA is recognized for its graphics and online play, but players express a preference for PES's gameplay quality.
- “The gameplay is so smooth it feels like whipped cream.”
- “Very satisfying gameplay and the best football game I have played.”
- “Gameplay is absolutely superb.”
- “There is only one thing that would ruin the game: if EA decides to change the gameplay on release day; then they will kill the game.”
- “While graphics look better on PES, the gameplay is better, more difficult, and therefore more entertaining on FIFA.”
- “Has a more natural feel gameplay-wise than FIFA, but lacks modes and is frustrating against AI opponents.”
graphics
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, both FIFA and PES are praised for their graphics quality, with FIFA noted for its vibrant colors and better team variety, while PES is recognized for superior visual fidelity. However, FIFA's gameplay is considered more engaging and challenging, contributing to a more entertaining experience. Players express excitement for future updates that could enhance the graphics and gameplay further.
- “Graphics: both games have good graphics quality, but FIFA adds a lot more color to the game.”
- “And FIFA has better graphics and way more teams.”
- “More realistic gameplay and much better graphics makes this worth the upgrade!”
- “While graphics look better on PES, the gameplay is better, more difficult, and therefore more entertaining on FIFA.”
- “FIFA has better graphics and way more teams.”
- “While graphics look better on PES, the gameplay is better.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of gameplay, noting that scoring from outside is challenging compared to FIFA, which diminishes their overall enjoyment and connection to the game.