Pro Evolution Soccer 2 (2002)

Developer: Konami
Platforms: PlayStation
Genres: Simulator, Sport
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 7 player ratings

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How it feels

A no-frills, deliberate football simulation that rewards careful tactical play and patient buildup over flashy spectacle.

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About

The PlayStation port of World Soccer: Winning Eleven 6, released for PlayStation 2. The game featured 54 international and 16 club teams (plus seven hidden ones) to participate in several tournaments, from friendship games to the World Cup, with a vast choice of customisable tournaments. Players can create their players with personal statistics, and then put them into any team. They can also play legendary teams, such as Brazil with Pelé or Argentina with Maradona.

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