A Comprehensive Review of EA Sports' Latest Offering: The FIFA 14 Demo Experience

EA's latest football simulation, FIFA 15, has finally made its way onto the digital stores as an eagerly anticipated demo. For those who haven't yet had their fill of virtual kickoffs and goal celebrations, we've put together a comprehensive review to guide you through this early taste of next-generation gaming.

FIFA 14 vs FIFA 13: What's New?

Before diving headfirst into our hands-on experience with the new game engine, let's take a quick look at what fans can expect from EA Sports' latest offering. The biggest change since last year is undoubtedly the introduction of a more realistic ball physics system. No longer will shots sail through goalpost like cannonballs; instead, you'll need to master accurate shot placement and trajectory if you hope to find the back of the net.

Another notable addition is improved passing mechanics, allowing for greater control over precision passes both short and long range. Defenders now also seem more responsive when challenging opposition players for possession in midfield – providing an added layer of realism that will test even the most skilled FIFA veterans.

With these significant updates under our belts let's move onto how well they've been implemented within this year's title...

Gameplay & Graphics

Upon first booting up the demo, it quickly becomes apparent that EA have taken great strides in enhancing both gameplay and graphics. The new engine provides crisp 1080p resolution at a smooth 60 frames per frame rate making every match feel fast-paced yet still maintainable even on lower spec hardware.

The menus themselves are also now more intuitive than ever before; with improved navigation options such as quick matches, career mode selection etc., finding exactly what you're looking for couldn't be easier. The only minor complaint here is that some users may find certain menu screens slightly cluttered due to the abundance of information being crammed onto screen.

Overall though EA's efforts in elevating both visual fidelity and overall user experience have paid off handsomely, making FIFA 15 feel like a true next-generation gaming experience rather than just another incremental update over its predecessor...

In conclusion, while there may not be earth-shattering new features or gameplay mechanics introduced with this year's title; EA Sports' continued focus on delivering an authentic footballing experience will surely please fans of the series who are looking for more realistic representation of real-world soccer action. Whether you're a die-hard FIFA fan eager to get stuck into Ultimate Team mode or simply want to try out the new features before committing your hard-earned cash, we highly recommend downloading and giving this year's demo a spin.

Rating: 8/10

Will You Be Trying Out The New Demo?

Have you preordered FIFA 15 already? What are some of the most anticipated changes in store for next-gen gamers like yourself? Let us know down below in the comments section!

Fifa 15 demo review