The first tests and reviews on Metacritic present a positive picture of FIFA 19.
Still unsure whether you want to get FIFA 19? The first tests and reviews that have recently gone online may help you with your purchasing decision.
Overview of Criticism: The Metacritic page summarizes the first impressions of the game: A total of 25 tests (PS4) contribute to the current Metascore for FIFA 19. As of September 20th, there are still no reviews for the PC version, and only 8 reviews are available for Xbox. Below, we give you an overview.
Praise for graphics, game modes, and “The Journey”
Good results: The average Metascore of FIFA 19 currently stands at 84 points, which is considered very good. This is based on the 25 tests for PS4, which are partially excellent, good, or average – there are no really poor results.
- For example, the site “God is a Geek” awarded a score of 95 and called FIFA 19 the “best football game of the year – perhaps even the best of all time”.
- “Forbes” described the game as “visually stunning, fun, and deep”.
- “PlayStation LifeStyle” (90) stated: “FIFA 19 is much more than just a pure graphic update.”
- “Meristation” gave a score of 90 and especially praised the “superb gameplay and a wealth of high-quality modes”.
- “GamesRadar” referred back to the newly licensed Champions League: Players now have even more opportunities to immerse themselves deeply into the world of football.
- The German GameStar gives a preliminary positive conclusion: The presentation receives top scores, while the game design solely criticizes the behavior of the goalkeepers. “The Journey 3” is also described as very diverse, and the scope of the game is not to be criticized. The only major criticism points to the pack system in Ultimate Team mode, which gives paying players an unfair advantage.
FIFA 19 is “like Diego Costa”
- “Twinfinite” (90 score) was happy about the improvement and balancing of the Ultimate Team mode,
- “Hobby Consolas” (88) found the new modes and the ability to make your own rule adjustments particularly fun.
- The Computer Bild gives a school grade of 1.3 and praises the more authentic tackles and ball receptions. The staging is also first-class, but overall, the innovations are limited.
- However, there was also criticism: “Game Revolution” (80) emphasized that all highs and lows of a football game come together in FIFA. There is still room for improvement.
- “Gaming Nexus” (70) praised the fun of the game, but saw little change compared to the last edition. The neglect of “Pro Clubs” also caused discontent.
- “Power Unlimited” (85) writes: “We give FIFA 19 the same rating as Diego Costa: clinical, sometimes a bit blunt with dirty play, but overall with the ability to draw you into the stadium.”
FIFA 19 ratings at a glance
Here are the ratings from numerous tests for FIFA 19 on PS4:
- God is a Geek – 9.5
- Forbes – 9.2
- Areajugones – 9.2
- JeuxActu – 92/100
- Meristation – 9
- Multiplayer.it – 9
- Vandal – 9
- Computer Bild – 1.3 (School grade)
- Hobby Consolas – 88/100
- Everyeye.it – 8.7
- The Bleacher Report – 8.5
- 3djuegos – 8.5
- Tech Advisor – 4.5/5
- Twinfinite – 4.5/5
- Games Radar – 4.5
- IGN – 8.2
- GameStar – 80 to 85
- Press Start – 8
- Gamer.no – 8
- Metro UK – 8
- Eurogamer Italy – 80/100
- Game Revolution – 4/5
- COGconnected – 79/100
- Jeuxvideo – 75/100
- Gamer.nl – 7.5
- Gaming Nexus – 7
- Digital Trends – 3.5/5
For Xbox One, the Metascore is also 84 – however, only 8 reviews are available.
Overall conclusion positive
FIFA 19 pleases many: Overall, the tone is very favorable. However, it remains to be seen whether the majority of the community will feel the same when FIFA 19 officially releases on September 28.
Because by the release, you can make your own picture of FIFA 19. If you want to take a sneak peek: The FIFA 19 Web App is already live and provides initial impressions from the FUT mode. You can also try out many things in the FIFA 19 demo. In addition, you will find many other articles here with us!
