Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Football sim where you control players through matches using refined mechanics introduced in the 2009 release. The penalty system got reworked, and individual players now have distinct traits affecting how they move and handle the ball. Licensed Europa League competition appears alongside club teams. Animations were expanded to cover more situations on the pitch. Community mode returned, letting players create and share content. Online matches work when connections hold steady. Available on PS2, PS3, Wii, Xbox 360, PSP, and Windows. Messi and Torres feature on the cover. This entry tried to close the gap with its main competitor after falling behind in previous years. If you want granular control over player attributes and tactical setups, the trait system gives you levers to pull.