Konami today announced it has shipped Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 to retailers in North America for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 for a suggested retail price of $49.99, while the PlayStation 2, PSP (PlayStation Portable), Nintendo DS and PC DVD-ROM will retail for a suggested retail price of $29.99.
The new edition marks the first time that the world’s best-selling soccer video game franchise has exclusively used the Pro Evolution moniker in North America. While the name may be new, Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 combines the attention to detail that has always been the series’ hallmark and has made Pro Evolution the world’s definitive soccer title for any format. Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 contains a host of new features that will make this the most comprehensive version to date, including AI system TEAMVISON, cutting-edge graphics, and an extensive Edit mode.
“Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 marks a major step forward for the most popular soccer video game franchise in the world,” said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing, Konami. “We pushed the envelope to make a title that captures all the subtleties and nuances of an actual soccer match. Next-gen capabilities such as the TEAMVISION AI system and photo-realistic graphics, along with a ton of licensed teams and leagues, combine to make this the definitive soccer game for fans and newcomers alike.”
