Better all around, really psyched to see the new AI and 1st touch control mechanics, and the billion other improvements to season play and all that. Downloading the demo now on PC, it's on Xbox and PS3 networks too.

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New gameplay features
Player impact engine

The "player impact engine" expands physical play from simple collisions to off-the-ball battles between players. Defenders will be able to push and pull for position, and use their size and strength to win possession or force opponents into poor touches and decisions before the ball arrives.

Tactical free kicks

FIFA 13's "tactical free kicks" provides the tools to create dangerous and unpredictable free kicks, by utilising the most skillful players on the pitch. The player will be allowed to position up to three attacking players over the ball and utilise dummy runs and more passing options to create elaborate free kicks. Opponents can counter by adding or subtracting players to the wall, creeping the wall forward, or sending a bullet man to intercept the pass or block the shot.

Attacking intelligence

All-new "attacking intelligence" enables players to analyze space, work harder and smarter to break down defenses, and think two plays ahead. Players now possess the intelligence to create, curve, or alter runs in order to capitalize on openings as they occur, make runs that pull defenders out of position in order to open passing channels for teammates and better position themselves for new attacking opportunities.

Skill games

New mini skill games in FIFA 13 enable you to test your skills in dribbling, shooting and passing in the arena, letting you attempt to gain the highest score and challenge the scores of your friends, whilst also helping you develop your FIFA 13 playing skills. These include games such as chipping the ball into a target, dribbling around obstacles, or passing to teammates under intense pressure.

Differences around stadiums

The fans in FIFA 13 have become louder when a certain team is on the attack, chants will become more clear and on the sideline you will see the manager giving instructions and the subs warming up.

I'm definitely getting this. (the full game, not just the demo). GameStop has a pre order special where you get a Messi steel book or some shit. Whatever. I like free stuff.

Go Blues!!!

Definitely getting this, the new free kick controls grabbed my eye. Saints or GTFO

is Tristram's team on this?

so far it's incredible, they added mouse controls which took some getting used to but it's a cool idea, only using that because i don't have a controller at work. i'll be playing the shit out of this later. the live match feature that has current player form and rosters, and the skill courses are awesome. THE PASSING, 1ST TOUCH, AND BALL BEHAVIOR IS SO MUCH MORE REALISTIC.