Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 now enriched with vitamin Lionel Messi

by: Nathan - posted: 8/6/2008 11:35:00 AM

I'm beginning to wonder if it is necessary to announce the release of a new sports title in an established franchise. Would it not be safe to assume that another title will be released? But then again that would but a lot of PR people out of a job and I don't want that. Anyway. Konami has announced they will be releasing Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 later this year for the PlayStation 2&3,PC DVD, PlayStation Portable, and the Xbox 360 (sorry wii owner you'll just have to play with Mario and friends). PES 2009 is supposed to be even more realistic looking than last years title (maybe not so much on the PSP and the PS2) and will feature unspecified new additions (gameplay? features?). This year's PES "poster boy" will be Argentinean forward Lionel Messi who was named Sl Latino's World Player of the Year in 2007 (player not playah). The press release actually has more information on Mr. Messi than the actual game itself but then again everyone knows how soccer video games are right?

KONAMI ANNOUNCES PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2009
 
World's Best-Selling Soccer Video Game Franchise Coming This Fall To The PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®, PC-DVD, PlayStation®2, and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system
 
Argentinean Forward Lionel Messi To Be Face Of The
Latest Edition Of The World's Best-Selling Soccer Video Game Series

 

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - August 5, 2008 GOOOOOALLLL! Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., today announced it will release Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 in North America for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and PC DVD-ROM. Slated for a fall 2008 release Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 combines the attention to detail that has been the series' hallmark with extensive new additions that are certain to cement the franchise's reputation as the world's definitive soccer title for any format.
 
Known by millions of fans for its superior gameplay and incredible realism, PES 2009 will further bridge the gap between PES and the real thing. The game has undergone a stunning graphical update to ensure its players look more like their real-life counterparts. Similarly, all-new options allow users to tailor the game to their own tastes, while new stylish moves, innovative control schemes and key online elements further the realism.
 
Adding to the authenticity, Argentinean forward Lionel Messi will be the face of the latest version of the multi-million selling Pro Evolution Soccer series. Regarded as one of the most exciting talents of the modern game, the 21-year-old is a ever-present fixture on both the Argentinean national team and his club team, FC Barcelona. Having played for Argentinean and Spanish youth reserve teams since he was five, Messi ultimately became the youngest player ever to compete in the top Spanish league during October 2004. Since then, he has led FC Barcelona to the 2005-06 UEFA Champions League title, was named SI Latino's World Player of the Year in 2007, and has been runner-up to prestigious awards including the France Football Player of the Year, and the World Soccer Footballer of the Year. As part of the deal, Messi will appear on the packaging and point-of-sale materials for Pro Evolution Soccer 2009.
 
"Most modern players are aware of the realism and skill of the Pro Evolution Soccer series," commented Messi. "It is a game that truly mirrors the pace and control of real football, and as a die-hard fan of the series, I am delighted to be working with Konami on the latest version."
 
"Pro Evolution Soccer has always been the game of choice for soccer enthusiasts due to its ultra realism and superior gameplay and there is no player in the world more suited to be on the box than the talented forward from Barcelona, Lionel Messi," said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment. "Lionel is one of the most exciting and accomplished players in the world and we look forward to working very closely with him to promote the most advanced PES title ever developed."
 
PES 2009 will be released for PlayStation®3, PlayStation®2, Xbox 360®, PC-DVD, and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) in Autumn 2008. Press photos of Lionel Messi are available upon request.
 
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