There are people who like to play soccer and people who like to focus more on the strategic side of it. If you're find yourself in the latter, you're going to enjoy FIFA Manager 08 a lot.
FIFA Manager 08 is EA's latest version of their successful soccer managing franchise. You'll be in charge of the soccer team of your choice, picked up from a huge list of professional soccer leagues. The game features an impressive level of detail, to such an extent that you end up feeling overwhelmed with information. As an example, FIFA Manager not only covers the professional side of your life as a soccer coach, but also enables you to create a personal profile with pictures of your kids.
In all, FIFA Manager 08 is probably one of the most complete soccer managers available, but on the downside, it can take a long time to learn how to play it and therefore, be able to enjoy it.
Be a soccer manager and control your favorite team right from your PC.
Pros
Exhaustive soccer league and team lists
High level of detail: real teams, real players
Cons
Too much information with no help: feels a bit overwhelming
FIFA Manager 08 will feature more leagues, players, competitions (FIFA Confederations Cup, FIFA U-20 World Cup, plus various international club competitions), as well as a large database containing more than 75,000 historical results from various leagues. For the first time in the history of the FIFA Manager series, players must really be scouted, otherwise the stats of players from other clubs are hidden or shown as rough estimates.
Easily accessible
The readily accessible Home screen and comprehensive on-screen help system make it easy to get started. The freely configurable interface provides you with all important information at a glance! Choose five from a total of 20 Widgets to have all important data permanently in view in a clearly laid-out format.
Even more content
Even more leagues, players, competitions (FIFA Confederations Cup, FIFA U-20 World Cup, plus various international club competitions). Also new is a large database containing more than 75,000 historical results from various leagues! >A powerful editor is included in the game.
New stadium editor
An easy-to-use stadium editor that uses a modular construction system with over 400 elements enables you to build ultra-realistic stadiums. Create absolutely unique dream stadiums in a matter of minutes.
"Real" scouting
For the first time in the history of the FIFA MANAGER series, players must really be scouted, otherwise the stats of players from other clubs are hidden or shown as rough estimates. Agencies and a capable staff help you in your work. This feature makes the transfer market even more realistic and exciting.
Regional content
A main focus of FIFA MANAGER 08 lies on regional content: This ranges from a total of 24 Spanish leagues to the Spanish nomination system, includes the 6th English league level and realistic financing by big international investors.
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