Claimed to be the first true next generation sports experience for handhelds, FIFA Soccer is all set to be launched for the upcoming PS Vita this February. This title incorporates console gameplay as well as HD graphics, while supposedly offering the largest feature set ever created by EA Sports for a handheld game.
According to a post on the official PlayStation blog, the same physics-based and data driven technology that controls FIFA titles on the PS3 will make its way into the Vita version. Furthermore, a total of eight different game modes will be on offer. These include 11 versus 11, Be a Pro, Tournament Mode, Career Mode and head-to-head online. Five hundred officially licensed clubs will form a part of this game.
Matt Prior, Producer, FIFA Soccer for PS Vita, explained on the blog, “Also right in the game is the popular FIFA Career Mode, where you play or manage your way to glory through an authentic experience that mimics the real-world game. You begin as a real or created player and evolve into a player-manager and manager – or just begin at the top and enjoy a 15-season career in the real world of soccer. What else? There’s Head-to-Head Online play, a fun Training Mode, Be a Goalkeeper Mode and lots more.”
This title has been designed to exploit the new technologies of the Vita and makes use of its front and back multitouch screens to render a unique gameplay experience. The Touch Screen Shooting and Touch Screen Passing traits in the game will supposedly help players to have more control over the ball. The Touch Screen Free Kick system would enable them to swipe their fingers to aim and curl the shots around the wall.
FIFA Soccer will be released as a launch title for the PS Vita on February 21, 2012.