Product details

Abstract

The "06" edition of EA's annual soccer extravaganza features new dribbling, shielding, and tackling moves, encouraging gamers to master the midfield game. Platform-specific mini-games allow gamers to unlock rewards. On the pitch, rules and settings can be adjusted to suit nearly any style of play. As in earlier versions of EA's soccer series, this edition features more than 20 leagues, hundreds of clubs, and thousands of players represented by the exclusive FIFA license.

ESRB rating

Suitable for Persons Ages Six and Older

Full description

EA celebrates its new exclusive FIFA World Cup interactive entertainment partnership with the release of FIFA 06, a game that immerses players into the emotional intensity of the next-generation football. Utilizing the power of the Xbox 360, fans are able to revel in the world' most sophisticated representation of football ever. Experience a newly enhanced gameplay engine that delivers extremely responsive controls and greater level of depth. New physics and animations mean that players will now react more realistically to every tackle, shot or pass of the ball. For the first time you'l see and feel the joy, anguish and pain of 90 minutes of soccer in a videogame. Through the power of high-definition technology you’ll see how the detail of the players is accurately recreated in fine detail. The power of the Xbox 360 truly brings to life 80,000 chanting fans in a stadium and immerses you in the emotional intensity of FIFA World Cup football.

Special features

The FIFA series debuts on Xbox 360 with a new graphic engine, improved physics, and increased animations

Individual player details include real-time facial expressions, beads of sweat, and more

Stadium atmosphere rises to new levels with 3D crowds and anthems recorded from live matches

Choose from 72 teams and compete in the World Cup or in custom tournaments

Challenge soccer fans from around the world via Xbox Live