DHGF: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D is a technically impressive launch title, even if it requires you to play using a less than ideal camera angle in order to appreciate the 3D effect. The 3DS’s new thumbstick lends itself well to the controls, and the ability to modify your strategy using the bottom screen does wonders for the strategic aspect of the game. There’s also an impressive level of depth for a portable sports title, though the lack of any sort of tutorial creates a noticeable barrier of entry for newcomers. Series veterans should be able to dive right in, but the lack of online play limits the mileage this game carries. If you already own one of the console versions of this game, there’s little reason to pick this one up also.
Konami’s flagship soccer title, Pro Evolution Soccer: 2011 3D, arrives on Nintendo’s 3DS. Is it top of the league or in danger of relegation?
The Pro Evolution Soccer series wasn’t exactly a regular on Nintendo’s first dual-screen wonder, but Konami’s latest installment brings the series out of handheld retirement with new 3D features to boot.
"I've never been a big follower of the Pro Evolution Soccer franchise, but I know enough to conclude that the series excels at providing a realistic and deep take on the sport. Certainly bringing such an established franchise to the 3DS with all of its features could only work in favor of the direction Konami wants to take with PES moving forward. I had my doubts, of course. Even if this particular title didn't suffer from the port treatment seen in other 3DS launch titles, I was unsure what to expect from this game. After having played it for several hours, though, I can honestly say Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D is a great first effort from Konami." -- Wiiloveit.com
GameZone's Lance Liebl reviews Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D for the Nintendo 3DS. He gives his thoughts on the graphics, gameplay, and features of this worthy soccer entry into the 3DS game library.
This looks pretty good. It's a shame there's nothing really here for gamers who want to mix things up with other players, though.
