The Wii U was launched in the UK today to all those eager Nintendo fans. Also released today on the Wii-U was EA Sports’ popular FIFA 13 videogame. Which can only mean that there is going to be some new way to play which utilises the Wii U’s hardware and features (similar to the way FIFA 13 used Kinect on Xbox 360).
“We’re very proud to be offering our most popular sports franchise to a brand new audience,” said Andrew Wilson, Executive Vice President, EA SPORTS. “The FIFA development team has created new and different ways to play utilizing the GamePad and we believe fans will really enjoy the unique experience they can get only on Wii U.”
FIFA 13 features innovations utilizing the GamePad that create new ways to play and immerse fans in the action on the pitch. During a match, simply shake the GamePad to activate the shooting zone, touch the screen to pick a spot precisely on goal, and fire away. With free kicks and penalties, look through the GamePad screen for the player’s on-field perspective to aim the ball, and then let fly. Take control of a specific defender by tapping on the player using the touch screen or tap on an attacking player and watch your closest defender mark or tackle him in this newest edition of FIFA .
FIFA 13 features new modes exclusive to the Wii U. Take the reins as manager in all of the main game modes and make key strategic real-time decisions using the GamePad. Control all of your players with the Interactive Radar and create your own defence-splitting runs. Analyse match or player stats, including the opposition in real-time to make managerial decisions and then change any facet of a team’s tactics without interrupting the game. Experience the thrill of managing your favourite club in Manage Match, directing players from the sidelines and even giving half-time talks to get you players in line to win a match.
Compete with friends in Co-op Mode, Career Mode or Tournaments with one player managing and up to four others playing. You can also go online and play head-to-head in FIFA Seasons, one of the most popular modes in FIFA , competing in ranked online seasonal play with promotions and relegations. Plus, connect and interact with friends like no other FIFA title. Use the Friends tab to see your friends online and invite them to play using touch screen typing and real-time messaging.
Developed by EA Canada, FIFA 13 on Wii U is rated PEGI 3+.
