ReviewDetermined to squeeze every last ounce out of the FIFA license Electronics Arts has released yet another footy sim for the PS2--and oddly enough it concerns the World Cup. Taking the essence of FIFA 2002 and modifying it for the worlds greatest tournament EA has restricted the scope of the game offering only two modes of play (full tournament and friendly) and the 32 teams which are taking part in the tournament. That said it still plays the same as its older brother and the inclusion of the new stadia and enhanced sound effects really bring the game to life.Owners of the full-fat 2002 game will want to think very seriously before paying out for this special release but for those whove not come across the franchise before this game has entertainment by the sackload. The prematch build-ups are eye candy to please any jaded palette. In game too the player graphics are nicely detailed and there are some wonderful individual animations covering all manner of swerves and dives. In fact the only thing that really lets the side down is the speed of the game during more hectic midfield moments when the frame rate stutters appallingly--a little poor for a game thats been through so many development revisions. Control is nice and simple and its a breeze to pick this title up and start booting the pigskin around the park within a couple of minutes though mastering the finer points of ball control and the elusive lob in will take a good deal longer. --Chris RussellNote: This review refers to the PlayStation2 version of this game. -- Marketplace.co.ukProduct DescriptionExperience the passion and drama of FIFA World Cup soccer the most-watched event in the world. In 2002 FIFA World Cup youll find all the official stadiums in Japan and Korea. Teams and players appear complete with officially licensed uniforms and legions of fans wave flags throw confetti and cheer their teams to victory. Select your Advanced 22 players and drive the action with exciting single-player action. A new Airplay system makes headers ball-juggling and scissor kicks easier and more intuitive to execute.Marketplace.comThis is the only officially licensed interactive game to use the FIFA World Cup marks emblem mascots and stadiums in Korea and Japan. The game includes star players from the tournament and the brand-new Air Play lets players perform tricks like headers and bicycle kicks with the touch of a button. FIFA World Cup Moments bring the drama of the Cup to life with replays special animations and an all-new music score. Tournament mode lets you play the entire FIFA World Cup from the group rounds to the title game. New stadium environments include team colors flags chants and pyrotechnics.