eFootball PES 2020 Reviews

eFootball PES 2020 is ranked in the 86th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8.8 / 10.0
Sep 9, 2019

The most realistic chapter of the saga. It lacks licenses, but its control makes up for it. If you are looking for a pure simulator, Konami's title will satisfy your needs, but if you prefer a more direct and faster style of play, it may not convince you. In addition, if you like to play online, you will enjoy because it's specially designed to compete against other players online but it falls somewhat short in terms of game modes.

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Unscored
Sep 10, 2019

PES 2020 looks much better than its earlier counterparts both on and off the pitch, and though the gameplay is still a mix of arcade and simulation, it's more playable and enjoyable than in previous years.

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Hobby Consolas
Redacción Hobby Consolas
Top Critic
87 / 100
Sep 10, 2019

PES 2020 is a great soccer simulator, with some great additions to Master League and new dribblings, but still we miss new game modes other than Matchday and some important licenses and tournaments.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 11, 2019

There’s a lot to like here and on the pitch, Pro Evolution is easily one of the best football simulators on the market. In terms of polish, the game suffers from some aesthetically janky menus and a cumbersome team management screen. The loading times are a little too long, especially during on-pitch breaks like throw ins and corners, while the commentary is pretty woeful all round. Compared to FIFA though, Pro Evo is all about performance, rather than aesthetic, and where it really matters, the game absolutely delivers.

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7.9 / 10.0
Sep 11, 2019

eFootball PES 2020 is spinning it's wheels this year again with no groundbreaking additions to existing modes like it's predecessor and doesn't manage to provide enough incentive over the rest of the game to let FIFA finally lie in the shelf for once.

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9.1 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

Konami scored an amazing goal with eFootball PES 2020, improving an already effective gameplay to make it almost perfect. Evolution has only partially involved the game modes, but the result is the best chapter in the series and a divine football simulation.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

eFootball PES 2020 has gameplay that feels much more realistic, and each game is more about careful approaches than counter attacks. Most of the modes remain relatively unchanged, but the actual game is lots of fun to play as long as you're not having issues with the AI.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

PES 2020 is as good as it ever has been. Although the lack of licenses and dire commentary might put some off, the easier than ever to use edit mode means these ills shouldn't be a problem to fix. eFootball PES 2020 is a near-perfect football sim that deserves your attention.

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Top Critic
Sep 12, 2019

The definitive football sim of 2020. PES 2020 takes what you love about the series and makes it more satisfying and fun, without sacrificing its simulation pedigree.

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Metro GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
Sep 12, 2019

Yet another triumph on the pitch but the lack of attention to new features within myClub means it feels a bit repetitive.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

PES 2020 creates a vibrant drama on and off the pitch through small details that can make a big difference

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Gameblog
Top Critic
8 / 10
Sep 12, 2019

eFootball PES 2020 is faithful to what the two previous games have built. On the pitch, it all feels great, but in terms of content and variety, there's still a lot of work to do...

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IGN Italy
RAFFAELLO "GRUSPOLA" RUSCONI
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9.2 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

PES keeps getting better: a great experience on the pitch, with improved AI and gorgeous animations.

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Spaziogames
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

Best football simulation on the market of this generation. It's like everything is about the pitch and what happens inside. There's still to manage a lack of licenses, but if you manage to get over it, that's the game meant for you.

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GamesRadar+
Top Critic
Sep 12, 2019

A few outdated features aside, eFootball PES 2020 marks an exciting new era for the long-running series.

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8.6 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

By implenting so many changes in its gameplay core, PES 2020 has managed to return this series back to its glory days. Appealing Master League section, along with more licensed teams and eyecathing visuals, all are complementary to the much entertaining gamplay of the game. The only things that keep PES2020 from being a perfect game are some online server problems and weak commentary.

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9 / 10
Sep 12, 2019

Many issues that we already had with previous entries in the PES series remain unpolished, but nevertheless the 2020 version greatly evolved in many aspects, and it is safe to say that PES 2020 is the best football game from Konami in the last 10 years.

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Unscored
Sep 12, 2019

The gameplay is undoubtedly the best in any football game to-date, but in a world where gamers crave fresh content, it’s sadly lagging the competition.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2019

eFootball PES2020 is more than a rebrand that goes skin deep. The game has received a level of polish and refinement that the franchise has needed for years.

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Worth your time
Sep 13, 2019

Football fans around the world, the old king has truly returned. This year's PES delivers an exciting refresh across the board. An immersive and highly satisfying gameplay, refined Master League modes, more licensed teams than ever and an experience that matches its former glory.

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