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As far as sports-based games go, no franchise comes close to <\/span>FIFA<\/a>. <\/span><\/i>The series has kept things at a very high level for the most part, which is remarkable considering the longevity of this franchise. This has allowed it to be among the best IPs owned by EA Games,<\/a>\u00a0a trend that continues to this day.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Still, there have been a few unmemorable <\/span>FIFA <\/span><\/i>entries that haven\u2019t been well received. These have suffered from a range of issues, such as a shoddy presentation or repetitive elements. Then again, the high points of the series most certainly deserve special mention, so here are the best and worst <\/span>FIFA <\/span><\/i>games ever.<\/span><\/p>\n

Updated December 22nd by Jack Pursey:<\/em><\/strong> Thankfully, the series’ yearly releases\u00a0mean that there will always be a wide selection of licensed games to choose from if in the future\u00a0EA have to use the old approach of\u00a0Pro Evolution Soccer\u00a0<\/em>and change player names like Neil Lennon and Paul Ince to Neil Lemon and Paul Once<\/a>. For this reason, and because\u00a0FIFA 21\u00a0<\/em>has recently released which (spoiler alert) will definitely be appearing in this list, we have decided to add more excellent\u00a0FIFA\u00a0<\/em>games to play, and more that you should avoid.<\/p>\n

15 <\/span>Best: FIFA\u00a094<\/h2>\n
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Although nostalgia does play a part in this pick, it’s certainly not the only reason for its inclusion. As would be expected, the game feels very bare-bones today, but the simplistic gameplay is still as addictive as it was back\u00a0when the game was released in late 1993.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the infamous gameplay mechanic of being able to run away from the referee when he’s trying to book a player is still bizarre and oddly enjoyable today.<\/p>\n

14 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 2004<\/h2>\n
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Although many people believe that\u00a0the last handful of lackluster\u00a0FIFA\u00a0<\/em>entries could dethrone\u00a0EA’s series from the top of the soccer gaming pyramid, it’s still highly unlikely to happen as\u00a0Football Manager\u00a0<\/em>appeals to a different market and\u00a0Pro Evolution Soccer\u00a0<\/em>is still a good distance behind in terms of sales. In late 2003, however, it was looking as though\u00a0Pro Evolution Soccer\u00a0<\/em>was going to topple its licensed competitor.<\/p>\n

Pro Evolution Soccer\u00a0<\/em>3,\u00a0also known by the equally convoluted title\u00a0World Soccer Winning Eleven 7,\u00a0<\/em>released at the same time and scored a whopping 93 on Metacritic<\/a>. Suffice to say that EA’s bland\u00a0FIFA 2004\u00a0<\/em>only helped the rise of Konami’s unlicensed series.<\/p>\n

13 <\/span>Best: FIFA 2001<\/h2>\n
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The first game to release on the PlayStation 2 did exactly what fans worldwide were hoping for, it used the next-generation hardware to create the most realistic sports simulator yet.<\/p>\n

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FIFA 2001<\/em> is one of a handful of key games in the\u00a0series that\u00a0drastically improved upon its predecessor and made significant changes to the gameplay.<\/p>\n

12 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 21<\/h2>\n
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The ever-growing complaints about how stale the\u00a0FIFA\u00a0<\/em>series has become became very vocal in October 2020 when\u00a0FIFA 21 was\u00a0<\/em>released with very little improvements from\u00a0the previous year’s\u00a0entry.<\/p>\n

FIFA 21<\/em>‘s Nintendo Switch iteration<\/a> was particularly bad as despite being released on the console at full price, it had no gameplay updates for the second year running<\/a>.<\/p>\n

11 <\/span>Best: FIFA 14<\/h2>\n
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The first game to appear on the Xbox One and PS4 is also one of the highest-rated\u00a0FIFA\u00a0<\/em>games on\u00a0Metacritic,\u00a0with an excellent score of 88<\/a>\u00a0on Xbox One.<\/p>\n

EA\u00a0wasted little time in reinventing FIFA 14<\/em> on the consoles<\/a>, as they changed the gameplay engine from the Impact Engine to the Ignite Engine; offering a completely new feel to the game.<\/p>\n

10 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 16<\/h2>\n
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Around the time of this title\u2019s release, its rival was making bigger strides. <\/span>Pro Evolution Soccer 2016<\/span><\/i> is consistently compared<\/a> to <\/span>FIFA 16<\/span><\/i>, and for good reason. That\u2019s because <\/span>FIFA 16<\/span><\/i> lacks in harmony between fast-paced gameplay and fluidity. This is where its rival shines.<\/span><\/p>\n

This game gets praise for bringing in women\u2019s football. However, there\u2019s not enough depth to be found in gameplay due to the clunky\u00a0dribbling and handling of the football.<\/span><\/p>\n

9 <\/span>Best: FIFA 13<\/h2>\n
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Although it can be a bit lacking in innovation, <\/span>FIFA 13<\/span><\/i> is nevertheless an enjoyable feature. This due to fun additions like Ultimate Team mode. This allows gamers to combine the greatest players in their own personal fantasy team.<\/span><\/p>\n

The difficulty is relatively high for this entry compared to others. This makes it one of the more challenging games EA has brought<\/a>\u00a0to the table, contributing\u00a0to the entertainment value in a big way. Updated player kits are also more noticeable in this game, benefiting from its visual appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n

8 <\/span>Worst: FIFA Football 2005<\/h2>\n
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A worthy attempt for touch-based gameplay is available in <\/span>FIFA 05. <\/span><\/i>Unfortunately, it comes across as more of the Nintendo-esque amateur style sports game<\/a> than an authentic one. Dribbles and passes are sensitive here, which ends up making them something of a chore.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s far too easy to steal the ball from someone, but it\u2019s just as easy to lose. Due to this, matches in higher difficulties or against more adept challengers are more frustrating than enjoyable.<\/span><\/p>\n

7 <\/span>Best: FIFA Football 2003<\/h2>\n
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Never underestimate the power of ambiance, especially when it comes to football. This entry is the first one to really set the stadium alive with elaborate celebrations and a truly vibrant crowd.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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This game is also user friendly in both difficult and easy modes. For novices, the lower difficulty opens up many opportunities to score goals to their hearts\u2019 content. The challenging level settings allow for one to execute techniques, bringing a certain satisfaction to successful strikes. <\/span><\/p>\n

6 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 08<\/h2>\n
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Much like the problem with Tennis games,<\/a> the issue with <\/span>FIFA <\/span><\/i>titles occasionally has to do with tedious repetition. <\/span>FIFA 08<\/span><\/i> falls into this trap, being far too over-the-top in all aspects. Everything from player reactions, gameplay style, and character models are exaggerated.<\/span><\/p>\n

Manager mode seems to have been put together in haste, as it\u2019s very straightforward with no imagination. Be a Pro Mode is a good addition but suffers from weak A.I, making playing as one player come across as a disadvantage. <\/span><\/p>\n

5 <\/span>Best: FIFA 11<\/h2>\n
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The addition of many new features ensures <\/span>FIFA 11<\/span><\/i>\u00a0is fondly remembered. A refined dribbling system, Manager mode that cuts out unnecessary fluff, Pro Passing that gives accuracy to passes, and more all make for a smooth gaming experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

It can get carried away in its aim to be more realistic, but this can be overcome due to the efficiency in gameplay execution. After all, mastering the styles of the players brings a professional mentality that makes <\/span>FIFA 11<\/span><\/i> a can\u2019t-miss title.<\/span><\/p>\n

4 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 06<\/h2>\n
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At the time of the game\u2019s release, the 2006 FIFA World Cup was in everyone\u2019s minds. Perhaps this is why the exclusive world cup-based football game is far better than this <\/span>FIFA<\/span><\/i> one. In this game, everything feels like an exhibition match.<\/span><\/p>\n

It lacks that extra polish in its features to justify an official <\/span>FIFA <\/span><\/i>game classification. Most of the matches have a \u201cmeh at best\u201d execution. Graphics, too, fail to set the stage on fire despite\u00a0riding in towards\u00a0the end of the sixth generation of consoles.<\/span><\/p>\n

3 <\/span>Best: FIFA 12<\/h2>\n
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One can only hope that other sports franchises bring in improvements <\/a>of the same caliber that <\/span>FIFA 12<\/span><\/i> did. It erases the lack of originality that plagued its predecessor. The most appealing feature is the Manager mode, which now feels like a world of its own.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The gameplay is such that gamers playing on the same team can feel like a real unit thanks to helpful A.I teams with higher skills that actually come across as being a cut above the rest. This sets a high bar for excellence, and those up to the task can proudly claim to be pros in <\/span>FIFA 12<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

2 <\/span>Worst: FIFA 20<\/h2>\n
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Any game, despite good features, is a flop if it\u2019s too buggy. <\/span>FIFA 20<\/span><\/i> suffers hard from this, and there are problems like unexplained switches in player positions on the field. The game also throws in lackluster teams to play against, with players that are clearly not the first choice somehow making it into the squad.<\/span><\/p>\n

As for gameplay, this is more of the same, which easily makes it the least appealing <\/span>FIFA <\/span><\/i>game to date. Even a little bit of flashy presentation might have redeemed it partially, yet this is a ho-hum entry at best.<\/span><\/p>\n

1 <\/span>Best: FIFA 10<\/h2>\n
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This entry\u2019s legacy is such that it\u2019s among the greatest EA games of all time.<\/a> Everything from the soundtrack, ambiance, gameplay, and presentation are all polished to a shine. The focus is also very much on the field, as the pace is kept at an exhilarating level.<\/span><\/p>\n

Improvisation is encouraged in playing techniques, and it\u2019s always fun to see a new way of scoring goals. Due to the quick style of play, gamers are kept on alert at all times, which means there are no dull moments to be had here.<\/span><\/p>\n

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