PES 2011 Patch Going Live on December 21; Free DLC Coming Soon

KONAMI today announced that the latest free update for the PlayStation 3 version of Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 will be available on December 21, 2010. The update looks to fix numerous issues which includes Defender AI, shooting and throw-ins. They also announced that a free DLC pack will be releasing soon for the PS3 and Xbox 360. The DLC will bring new kits, which includes the Ireland national team and various French club teams, and will bring some more licensed boots to the game.

Based on user feedback, new updates include a series of gameplay improvements:

• Defender AI has been adjusted to allow for more consistent pressing
• The difficulty level and success rate for performing Rainbow Flicks has been adjusted to improve gameplay
• Throw-ins can now be passed back immediately
• Cursor switching has been improved including situations when the ball is crossed
• Calculating transfer fees in the Master League has been reworked
• Names above CPU players can now be switched off as they mimic player settings
• Shooting has been tweaked to produce more realistic reactions and results depending on real-time situations
• Chants within the game have been refined or changed

The downloadable pack adds a number of new items to the game. Twelve kits have been updated within the game, including those of the Ireland national team and many French club teams. Similarly, ten new licensed boots styles from manufacturers such as Adidas, Puma, Umbro and Mizuno have been added.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 delivers an experience that adheres to the core values of the franchise: skill, realism and freedom to play. With the 2011 release, the freedom to play element has been extended via new AI routines designed to place every move and decision in the player’s hands. The game is further enhanced with the addition of new camera angles and over 1,000 new animations that have been added to emphasize the stunning visuals, slickness and variety of movement that a top-level match showcases. Featuring cover star Lionel Messi and teams from UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and the Copa Santander Libertadores, a big game atmosphere is guaranteed featuring stunning crowds and a wide range of chants and jeers to give the most lifelike soccer experience to date.

[Source: Konami Press Release]