FIFA Master 08 Released!
October 29, 2007
Rinaldo’s FIFA Master is back with 3 new tools for your game of FIFA 08.FIFA Master is the recognised world leader in the design of tools and utilities for editing the FIFA series of games. If you are one of the 200,000 and more users that chose the FIFA Master tools for FIFA 07 you already know that they are top for quality. If you are new to the joy of editing FIFA…you are in the right place!
All Rinaldo’s tools will be FREE for FIFA 08 (but you can donate to Rinaldo’s chosen charities if you wish).
Today he starts with the launch of his FIFA Master Mini Site and his first 3 utilities for FIFA 08:
- DB Master 08
Generic editor for database files of FIFA 08 - FAT Master 08
Regenerate FAT and BH files for FIFA 08 - File Master 08
Explore the file system of FIFA 08, import and export any file.
Rinaldo has also informed us that he is currently working on Creation Master 08 and he should have the first version for you in a few weeks.
Captain Armband Installer.
October 29, 2007
Pkbomb has created an excellent utility for installing different armbands for the captains. In your FIFA 08, you simply have to click in the band you want to use.
Download Captain Armband Installer:
http://files.filefront.com/CaptArbandinstallerrar/;8897716;/fileinfo.html
Kit Raptor 08 v1.5 and FATH Rebuilder.
October 29, 2007
KitRaptor allows you to import brandnew kits for your FIFA 08 game that you’ve downloaded from the Internet (in *.bmp, jpg oder png format).
**Please note:** After importing stuff into FIFA 08, you must run FATH BUILDER otherwise your game will crash!
Author: Ariel Santarelli.
Download Kit Raptor v1.5:
http://www.letsplayfifa.com/downloads/getfile.php?fileID=210
Arsenal.com offers PS3 and FIFA08.
October 26, 2007
Whatever it is, now is your chance to put your question to Arsenal’s captain because Arsenal.com and EA Sports are teaming up to bring you an exclusive live webchat with William on Tuesday afternoon, October 30.
The webchat will take place at the training ground. Live audio coverage will available for FREE on Arsenal.com.
We’ll be accepting questions during the webchat but you can send your question to William in advance by e-mailing us. As an added incentive there are some great EA Sports prizes up for grabs for the most imaginative questions.
The best question will win a PS3 Console plus the new FIFA 08 game. Ten runners-up will win the FIFA 08 game on PSP, XBOX 360, PS2 or PS3.
NB. Please include your name and location in your e-mail plus which format of the FIFA 08 game you prefer.
Source: Arsenal.com
Rabona tutorial for FIFA 07 and 08.
October 24, 2007
User No_11_ from SoccerGaming forums explains how to do a Rabona in FIFA07 and FIFA08 with any player.
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“…And rabona for all.” A few weeks ago, in FIFA 07, i found out that any player can make the rabona.It works in fifa 08 too.When you pass to another player, if you tap the cross button and aim 90 degrees more or less from the point that the ball is coming to another player, you can make the rabona. Video: As you can see, you can do those moves only when your receiver is standing still. Other than that, i’ve allready explained how the rabona can be executed. More info here: http://www.soccergaming.com/forums/showthread.php?t=148495 |
MonkeyDragon Series
October 23, 2007
Monkeydragon series, contains the following tools:
1) 08 ADBoard Deluxe (beta version)
+ Import/export adboards.
+ Gallery: save your adboard.
+ Import many ID at the same time.
+ Support 1GA,2GA (256×64,512×128).
2) 08 Boot Deluxe 2.0
+ Import 60+ boots at the same time
+ Players’ boots database
+ Fixed some bugs
3) 08 Ball Working
+ Import ball
+ Ball Gallery: 30 balls
+ Team’s ball ID for consultation
4) 08 Background Maker
+ Make background
+ Gallery: save your background
5) 08 Cinematics Patch 2.0
+ New formation intro cinematics (1.Engel
+ New stadium intro for Old Trafford, Stamford Bridge
+ Unlock player goal celebration (sometimes you will see it)
6) 08 Gloves Manager
+ Import gloves for Goalkeeper
+ There are 19 quality gloves by Efrain Santana for you
7) 08 Menu Maker
+ Make Logo, banner, mini kit, face, loading stadium background , stadium, manager face…
8 ) 08 Popups Manager
+ Import popups
+ Import indicators
+ Fixed previous bug in version 1.0
9) 08 Turf Maker
+ Make turfs
+ Choose turfs detail
+ Choose turfs stripes
+ Tutorial how to make your own turf
10) 08 Sound Patch
+ Increase sound effect in game
11) Theme Patch
+ There are 5 themes together with 08 MonkeyDragon Series Setup.exe, install theme you want in that pack.
- Download Monkeydragon Series v1.0: Basic Version v1.0
- Update Monkeydragon Series to v1.1: Update to v1.1
Fifa Street 3 Announced.
October 22, 2007
Electronic Arts have today announced that FIFA Street 3 is currently in development for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3, with a release date set for Spring 2008.
Download the trailer in higher resolution (MOV File):
http://www.gfo2007.de/downloads/getfile.php?fileID=293
The game which is being developed by EA Canada will be released under the EA SPORTS BIG brand and will feature over 250 of the world’s top footballers (soccer players) representing 18 international teams. FIFA Street 3 uses the same game engine as NBA STREET Homecourt with some AI from FIFA 08 thrown in for good measure. Every player boasts their own, distinctive style of play with unique abilities to match. Whether you’re after brawn, brains, silky skills or crunching tackles to complete your team, the perfect street player is out there. Choose from Tricksters, Enforcers, Playmakers and Finishers to give you different options on the ball and make your mark on the street.
“We have completely re-invented the FIFA Street franchise by turning the game’s biggest stars into action heroes using art direction that makes you look twice,” said Joe Nickolls, producer on the project.
“The power of the Next Generation hardware gives us the horsepower to break new ground for consumers, making it the perfect stage to enjoy a multi-player, sports action arcade experience. Casual gamers and sports fans can expect a simplified control system that makes it easier to perform spectacular moves and enjoy the game with friends, yet still be a challenging experience for more seasoned gamers.”
Screenshots:
Interview with Kantcho Doskov (Mo-Cap)
October 22, 2007
Doskov is a character animator at Electronic Arts in Burnaby on the hit video game FIFA Soccer. The new version hit the stores last week and Doskov, who’s from Bulgaria originally, gets his inspiration from his workspace.
Soccer Rocks His World
My office space is a soccer fan’s paradise; it’s my paradise. Hanging on the walls are posters of all of my heroes, soccer legends of the past and stars of the present. If I’m ever feeling frustrated or down, all I have to do is look around at all of my soccer stuff, and I instantly remember that I have the sweetest job ever working on the world’s most popular videogame — FIFA 08. I love soccer and I love video games, and being able to do that for a living is awesome.
Ronaldinho in Action
I love the action figure of Ronaldinho that I have on my desk. It was a birthday present from my girlfriend, Kate, who is also a huge soccer fan. Ronaldinho is one of my favorite players and a hero of mine. The action figure reminds me how lucky I was to meet him in person.
Handy Boots
The boots are worn a bit, but they’ve served me really well over the last year. I’ve been using them to play at the turf field we have here at EA. We have a whole soccer league for all the employees to play on. It’s tons of fun. I even took these boots to Spain, and wore them when I was juggling the ball with Ronaldinho at the motion-capture shoot in Barcelona. I also used them when I was motion-captured for FIFA 08 myself. The boots had to be taped up with all those motion sensors, which made it a bit tricky to kick the ball, but you get used to it.
Drawing An Inspiration
The sketch of me playing soccer was drawn by one of my friends from the FIFA team, also an animator. I like having it up on my wall as it’s a reminder for me to keep playing soccer throughout my life. Even though I love watching soccer and being a fan, there’s nothing better than playing the sport itself. It reminds me to keep on playing the beautiful game.
Precious Scarves
The Bulgarian and the Korean scarves hanging above my desk are very precious to me. Naturally, Bulgaria is there as it’s my country of origin, and the Korean flag and scarf are there as my girlfriend is from Korea. She’s a huge soccer fan too, and was in Korea during World Cup 2002, cheering on her country from the stands. My girlfriend became really passionate about soccer after watching Korea do so well in 2002. Coincidentally, I actually met my girlfriend during World Cup 2006 last year, when we were both cheering for Italy. You’ve got to love the World Cup.
A Signed Ronaldinho Shirt
Ronaldinho is also one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. Earlier this year we packed up our EA Canada motion-capture studio and transported it to Barcelona for a motion-capture session with him, Miroslav Klose (Werder Bremen), Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid), Andreas Ivanschitz (Panathinaikos FC), for FIFA 08. I was lucky enough to be there in Barcelona helping to direct the shoot as we captured the players’ movements for our game. It was an incredible experience actually being there, kicking the ball around with one of my heroes.
EA Adds More Online Leagues to FIFA 08
October 22, 2007
Electronic Arts Inc. announced today that the award-winning Interactive Leagues online mode for FIFA Soccer 08 has been expanded to include the Italian Serie A, Spanish Primera Division, and the 2007 MLS Cup Playoffs in North America. The Italian Serie A and Spanish Primera Division will be available to play beginning today while the Interactive Leagues for the 2007 MLS Cup Playoffs will begin next week. The addition of three new leagues brings to seven the number of Interactive Leagues now playable online in FIFA Soccer 08 for the Xbox 360™ videogame and entertainment system, the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2, the Wii™, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and PC. Every match on every platform counts towards the same leaderboard to create a truly worldwide experience.
The EA SPORTS™ Interactive Leagues enables you to represent your favorite club online against your heated rivals throughout the real-life soccer season. You play your games online against anyone in the world according to the real-world schedule. When they play, you play – and worldwide bragging rights are up for grabs. Track your team’s progress as the aggregate results determine your club’s position in the league table. You actually take to the pitch for the glory of your club.
In addition to the leagues announced today, the online Interactive Leagues also includes the Barclays Premier League, Bundesliga, French League, and the Mexican 1st Division. As you join a club, you join a community – play together for the common goal of victory.
Interact with thousands of other fans on a global scale through EA SPORTS™ Interactive Leagues and share the highs and lows that come standard with wearing the love for your club on your sleeve. Every game day you’re matched up with a supporter of your opposing team. Play as many times as you want online during the four day game window. Games start two days before the real-world game and end two days afterwards. All the winners are added up and three points is awarded to the victorious club. If your club wins in real life, it’s your job to make sure that victory is matched online but if your club lost, you and other supporters can try to re-write the result.
Choose one club per league to represent online – support the team whose colors you bleed as well as teams in the other leagues. If you pick a less-supported club, you will have more opponents to match up against and more opportunities to play. Track your team’s progress as the results determine your club’s position in the league table. Here’s your chance to show your support for your club online, and prove which team belongs at the top of the leader board. Play all season long to uphold the glory of your club and top the table!
FIFA Soccer 08 is developed by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C. It is available for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION®3, PlayStation®2, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, PSP® , PC and mobile. FIFA Soccer 08 is rated “E” (Everyone) by the ESRB and 3+ by PEGI.
FIFA 08 Next-Gen Intro.
October 17, 2007
Fifa-Latino have just published a video with the Intro video of FIFA 08 for Xbox360:
