eFootball 2024

Konami Digital Entertainment · Konami

eFootball is Konami's free-to-play football game and the successor to the Pro Evolution Soccer series that many Indian players remember from their PS2 days. It launched in 2021, and the 2024 season update listed here is one of its yearly refreshes. Unlike EA's FC games, the base game costs nothing, which is why you also see it on many phones. How it plays eFootball is a slightly slower, more deliberate football game. Passing feels weighty, and a well-timed through ball matters more than raw pace. Its main mode is Dream Team, where you build a squad from player cards. There is also a straightforward local match option for two people on one console, which is what most cafe visitors use. Is it a good cafe pick? It works best for players who already play eFootball on mobile and want the big-screen version, or for long-time PES fans who prefer Konami's style. If you have an eFootball account, you can usually sign in on a console with your Konami ID, but ask at the counter before linking personal accounts on a shared machine. What setup to request A PS5 or PS4 with two controllers. The PC version exists too, but a pad is far more comfortable than a keyboard for this kind of game. Beginner tips Learn the one-touch pass early. In eFootball, quick first-time passing breaks defensive lines better than solo dribbling. When defending, use the match-up button to stay with an attacker rather than lunging in with a slide tackle, which often leaves you a man down. Session length Local matches with default settings take around 10 to 15 minutes. An hour gives two friends several matches with time to switch teams. If you are logging in to Dream Team, add a few minutes for updates and menus. Worth playing? If your group is split between FC and eFootball fans, try one match of each and settle it on the pitch. eFootball is a decent, different take on football, and since it is free-to-play, it is also an easy game to keep playing at home afterwards.