FIFA 09
Fifa 09 is undoubtedly the pinnacle of football games you’ll find either on your PC or console. Fifa games have traditionally been a top favorite compared to Pro Evolution Soccer (though some might disagree); with a fully licensed game it’s hard to compete against.
It has to be said that Fifa 09 graphics are hard to ignore, they just get so much better every year. Gameplay has also improved tremendously, with AI perfected now that players actually request for the ball in spaces when you’re in possession. When a player is offside you will also notice defenders raising their hand in appeal to the linesman.
All these small elements add a whole new dimension of realism to the game. Unlike the rather arcade-like Pro Evolution soccer, Fifa 09 actually forces you to play with a slow and measured pace and is the best way to create goal-scoring chances. This can be a pain for some; slow build up isn’t an attraction for fast-paced gamers, which is why some might still prefer the arcade like Evolution Soccer.
All in all personally you might prefer playing Fifa 09. The sense of realism to the game is second to none, plus its much easier to score hear than in previous version as the keeper is much more easier to score against. Fifa 09 continues to dominate on the world stage across all platforms and nothings stopping it at the moment.
Popularity: unranked [?]
Left 4 Dead
Walk into any cybercafe nowadays and there you see it, half of the place hooked onto the most talked about first-person shooter. Left 4 dead is basically about 4 people, called the Survivors, battling their wits against hoards of zombie-like aggressively infected people, simply called the Infected.
Left 4 dead is built based on multi-player co-operation although it does have a single player mode which actually is quite weak. During the game you will have to battle your way to a series of safe houses which then leads to a rescue point in each of the game’s four scenarios.
Other than the bots issue, the game is great fun to play. You are constantly pushed to the edge, having to deal with low health and low ammo. Having said that there are a number of awesome items you can use throughout the game, from pipe and Molotov bombs and weapon-turned propane tanks and gas canisters. There is simply no better feeling than to blast off zombies with a group of friends pumped with the adrenaline rush. Moreover the multiplayer mode is very much replayable, with events unfolding differently every time you play them.
However there are still several soft spots to the game. One instance is the AI. Playing with bots can seem rather passive and you will have to lead the way anyhow even if you’re low on health. Another low point is the fact that there are only four scenarios, which is considered very little. With normal difficulty you can finish the game in 20 to 30 minutes.
Having said that Left 4 Dead is undoubtedly one of the best multi-player games you’ll find in town. Its strong audio effects and solid visuals make it a highly tensed game throughout. It’s reminiscent of typical Hollywood zombie movies that catches you on your seat. This is definitely recommended for you hardcore gamers out there, just make sure your friends tag along too.
Popularity: unranked [?]