Introduction

FIFA 22! The game that keeps us glued to our sofas as we argue with our friends about whether Ronaldo is better than Messi. Designed to appeal to footy fans and weekend football warriors alike, FIFA 22 is a sequel that continues to pedal the fine line between innovation and comfort, much like your favorite pair of socks. And with new features and polished graphics, it might just be time to ask yourself whether you're really ready to hang up your boots (or controller) and get outside.

Gameplay

Let’s start with the bread and butter. FIFA 22 introduces 'HyperMotion Technology' (cue dramatic soundtrack), which captures the movements of twenty-two real players in motion-capture suits. Yes, real human beings running around chasing a ball while looking like they're auditioning for a Marvel movie! This means that the in-game animations are more lifelike than ever, with over 8.7 million frames of data... which sounds incredibly detailed, but to be honest, I can barely count to 10 on a good day. The result? Players weave, dodge, and tackle in ways that feel more organic and less like robots on a power trip. Just remember, with great power comes great responsibility—nobody wants to be that guy who kicks the ball out of bounds because they miscalculated their timing! In Career Mode, players can now be managers, form their dream squad or even create their own club from scratch. Yes, the power is in your hands to design the ugliest kits imaginable and still win the league! The career aspect has seen a level-up with more emphasis on player development, allowing gamers to earn experience points and grant perks to their players. It’s like Dungeons & Dragons but with significantly more kicking and considerably less chance of rolling a natural one. Oh, and let’s not forget about Ultimate Team, where you can obtain player cards and build your dream team—if you have the patience of a saint or the wallet of a bank manager. With the new “FUT Heroes” cards, you can reminisce about legends of the past and actually cry happy tears for not winning anything in real life. Who knew digital card collecting could be so cathartic?

Graphics

Moving on to the visuals, FIFA 22 looks gorgeous on the PS5. The graphics engine, powered by Frostbite 3, puts your average soap opera in the shade. Fields glisten under the lights, players' facial expressions are more intense than the last time your crush ghosted you, and you can practically feel the tension in the stadium—even if your living room looks like a mess from last Saturday’s gaming tournament. The cinematic cutscenes during matches add a whole new level of immersion, making you feel like you’re right on the pitch... minus the sweat and tears, unless you blew your last goal in the dying minutes of the game.

Conclusion

Overall, FIFA 22 is a delightful recipe of nostalgia and innovation, sprinkled with a dash of hilarity and a handful of virtual footy magic. It’s perfect for casual players looking for quick matches, or hardcore fans willing to delve into the nitty-gritty of the career mode. While EA might still be figuring out how to convince you to spend actual money on virtual packs, one thing's for sure—this game will keep you entertained for hours. So, dust off your controller, wrap yourself in your favorite team's jersey, and get ready to become the next football legend (or at least not the worst player in your friend group). Cheers to another year of FIFA—now if only Life had a "reroll" feature for awkward social situations.

See Latest Prices for FIFA 22 on PS5 on Amazon