FIFA Soccer 96
The third installment in EA Sports' FIFA series featuring improved isometric graphics, all 16 Premier League clubs, and the debut of the 'Virtual Stadium' presentation style. Introduced player attributes and team tactics for deeper gameplay.
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About This Game
Notable for being the first FIFA game to feature real-time commentary from John Motson and Andy Gray. Included 2,500 real players from 12 leagues worldwide with accurate kits and rosters.
Introduced revolutionary features like curved ball physics, sliding tackles, and adjustable game length (5-90 minutes). The SNES version maintained core gameplay while adapting the isometric 'EA Sports Virtual Stadium' view from PC versions.
Considered a major leap forward for soccer simulations, winning multiple sports game of the year awards. The soundtrack featured emerging Britpop bands like Blur and The Farm.
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