As someone who hasn��t played EA��s FIFA franchise regularly for nearly a decade, FIFA 16 makes me feel like the series has taken several long strides forward over the last 10 years. From a graphical standpoint the game is a sight to behold, as both players and arenas look fantastic. The game offers a good amount of different ways to play, via its assortment of game modes. Sound and presentation have also taken steps forward, which help in creating a very realistic simulation of the beautiful game, but as a player returning to the franchise after a long hiatus, the most notable and appreciated improvement would have to be the sheer amount of control the player has over the ball.

With an emphasis on realism and authenticity, FIFA 16 also subscribes to a clear footballing philosophy, and the result is a much more balanced, deliberate game that arguably loses a little bit of magic. With a much slower pace overall, players really have to fight for every inch of space, although FIFA 16 does, in fairness, give players more tools than ever to eke out that extra yard. What isn��t in doubt is that EA��s game offers the superior package. Ultimate Team, career mode, online seasons, female players, dozens of leagues and hundreds of teams all with weekly line-up updates, bespoke overlays for Premier League and Bundesliga matches�� the feature list goes on. While on-pitch matters between these two old foes are too close to call, Fifa��s breathtaking scope secures yet another silver pot for an already heaving fifa 16 coins traders trophy cabinet.

I��ve always found the fantasy football of FUT too gimmicky and an unnecessary distraction from the main simulation, but I��ve found myself drawn to it more this year and the Draft mode is fun as it allows you to mess around with different combinations of elite players that would usually be difficult to have in your team. The other new mode is women��s football which features 12 international teams playable in friendly matches and an offline tournament. Cynical as I am, I suspect its inclusion is more about PR than a genuine attempt at progression, but it��s fifa coins traders welcome nonetheless - not least because it adds more variety with its different physicality and style of play.