Award-Winning FIFA Console Quality Gameplay, Graphics, And Game
Modes Available In Stores Now For PlayStation Vita
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) announced today that it has delivered
the first true HD console experience on a hand-held gaming device with
the launch of EA SPORTS™ FIFA Soccer on the PlayStation® Vita
handheld entertainment system, available now in retail stores throughout
North America and Europe. The first game ever developed for the
PlayStation Vita by EA SPORTS features the award-winning FIFA Soccer
console quality gameplay, graphics, game modes and authenticity.
"FIFA Soccer on PlayStation Vita represents a quantum leap
forward for hand-held gaming, delivering the HD console quality
experience in the palm of your hands," said Vice President and Executive
Producer Kaz Makita. "The level of quality that is now achievable is a
very exciting landmark for the FIFA Soccer franchise and in
gaming."
Described by IGN as "a must-have launch title" and by Play Magazine as
"one of Vita's best games", EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer on PlayStation
Vita features the same physics-based, data driven technology that powers FIFA
Soccer gameplay on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system
across eight different game modes. The largest and most complete
experience for handheld ever created by EA SPORTS includes authentic 11
versus 11, Be A Pro, Tournament Mode with over 50 real-world
competitions, a full in-depth Career Mode, and head-to-head online.
In addition, FIFA Soccer features innovations that utilize front
and back multi-touch screens, creating a more responsive, intelligent
and unique gameplay experience. Touch Screen Shooting delivers pin-point
accuracy and removes the element of "hit and hope" from shooting, Touch
Screen Passing opens up the field of play for more creative, precision
passing, and Touch Screen Free Kick Control enables players to swipe a
finger to aim and curl the shot around the wall. The game also features
over 30 officially licensed leagues and 500 officially licensed clubs in
11 v 11 matches in authentic stadiums from around the world.
FIFA Soccer on PlayStation Vita is rated "E" for everyone by the
ESRB. Screenshots are available at http://info.ea.com.
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EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the
world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive
technology, global videogame competitions and breakthrough digital
experiences. EA SPORTS delivers personal access to the emotion of sports
through industry-leading sports simulation videogames, including Madden
NFL football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA JAM
basketball, NCAA® Football, Fight Night boxing, EA
SPORTS MMA, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® golf, and EA
SPORTS Active. For more information about EA SPORTS, including news,
video, blogs, forums and game apps, please visit www.easports.com
to connect, share and compete.
About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA) is a global leader in digital interactive
entertainment. The Company's game franchises are offered as both
packaged goods products and online services delivered through
Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and
tablets. EA has more than 100 million registered players and operates in
75 countries.
In fiscal 2011, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.6 billion.
Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for
critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster franchises such as The
Sims™, Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, Need for Speed™, Battlefield, and Mass
Effect™. More information about EA is available at http://info.ea.com.
EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS Active, The Sims and Need for Speed are trademarks
of Electronic Arts Inc. Mass Effect is a trademark of EA International
(Studio and Publishing) Ltd. John Madden, NFL, NCAA, Tiger Woods, PGA
TOUR and FIFA are the property of their respective owners and used with
permission. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
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