Why Brazil?

Downtown Sao Paulo

When Konami were planning the first look event, the venue of the event is usually one of the first things that needs to be nailed down. After much thought, the decision was to have the event in Brazil. It wasn’t just as simple as the wonderful weather, picturesque views and relaxing beaches defining the decision, although I’m sure those things helped! It was a culmination of various factors, one of which being the huge success of the franchise in that part of the world.

Estádio do Pacaembu in Sao Paulo

As we reported back in April, PES 2012 has developed a massive following in Latin America, and in a bid to highlight the recently announced success Brazil was seen as a perfect backdrop. The Brazilian league is also renowned for its skill, pace and excitement, a trio of elements that coincide with the new emphasis of PES 2013. This coupled with the fact Brazilian sensation Neymar is a cover star in the US, and of course the Copa Libertadores license is exclusive to the PES series, it all starts to add up nicely.

It was also a great opportunity to reward those who have supported the series more vigorously than others, and with the South American press there in force, it meant the fans who have made PES the only football game worth playing in their backyard will have fantastic coverage of their beloved series.

A picture from inside the stadium

So there you have it! Hopefully I convinced you there were more than enough professional reasons for picking Brazil over other potential countries. Nothing to do with the weather & beaches…honest…

Stay tuned over the next week for more information on the event that took place. Tomorrow, we’ll be revealing the members of the PES Team who traveled from Japan, and bringing you closer to the team who made the game!

Don’t miss it!

More discussion than our usual podcast layout, Adam and Alan discuss as much as possible without breaking those dreaded embargoes, in a lengthy episode this week.

Listen how Adam carefully dodges around questions, paints a wonderful picture of the event in Brazil as a whole, and divulges plenty of info on his experience during his time out there.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

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Huge thanks to Silverstone from the boards for the heads up. He came across a link which sends you to Konami’s pre-E3 conference page, which mirrors what they did last year.

Pre-recorded conference, with new PES 2013 trailer? Watch this space!

**First embargo for info and impressions from the event is at the end of May**

As you all know, Adam is representing the community at Konami’s PES2013 press event which is being held in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Below are some pictures and tweets compliments of the man himself. We will updating this post as the event unfolds, so check back to see if anything new crops up..

”Just got up and getting ready. Got a lot of work to do before we get together again. This is going to be a long and eventful day. #PES2013”

”So here’s where the magic is going to happen tomorrow. Setting up the room, and going through rehearsals now #PES2013”

”Here’s a pic of @JonMurphy_PES talking to US PES team leader Tim (well, Tim’s back)”

”Here’s Hosoda (top left) and Hatsumi (right of Hosoda) going through the script with the translators. #PES2013”

”I know ppl want to hear stuff about the game, but I have to be careful what I tweet. No vids or screens before embargo late this month, tho.”

”Also need to add, spent the evening with the guys from the PES team. All legends. Naoya Hatsumi, Manorito Hosoda and Toru Kato.”

Steve Merrett :

”Lots of PES 2013 planning going on. Videos looking great, and i reckon people will be impressed #PES2013Brazil”

Jon Murphy :

”Look who I just bumped into…”

Wednesday

Head to the PES Facebook Page for other pictures from the event.

”So we’re going to be posting some pics around the event very soon, stay tuned to Facebook and twitter! #PES2013Brazil”

”Ok today is when it all goes off. Expect lots of info on official Facebook and @JonMurphy_PES account. Let’s get it on! #PES2013Brazil”

”Enjoying the event. Talking to everyone and some great feedback and impressions. So far so good! #PES2013Brazil”

”Mr @JonMurphy_PES with the WEP team for interviews. Busy! More (better) pics coming on Facebook soon #PES2013Brazil”

Steve Merrett :

”You know those advances in PES 2013 you wanted? Yep, there they are… #PES2013Brazil”

”Did someone say ‘already better than FIFA’? A couple, actually… #PES2013Brazil”

Jon Murphy :

”#PES2013Brazil Licenses won’t be discussed yet. We may have some more info at E3..”

”Presentation going well. Exciting Player ID skills on display”

”gameplay tests about to start. I’ve been playing for ages and you can be so expressive”

The Official Konami Site for the Pro Evolution Soccer franchise is giving away a signed Cristiano Ronaldo jersey.

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But not on behalf of WENB, he’s going on behalf of the PES community. He’ll be working with PES sites around the world, providing each site with information each of their community cares about the most, meaning you’ll be checking sites around the world to get the whole picture.

Below is a list of sites we’re representing out there:

Danish Site:

PES Danmark

English Sites:

Evo-Web
Only Pro Evolutions
PES Gaming
PES Kings
Profifalution

French Sites:

WE Are PES
PES Soccer

German Sites:

Pro Feeling
ProRevo
WENB Germany

Greek Site:

WE Hellas

Indonesian Site:

MaenBola Game Cafe

Israeli Site:

PES-Il

Italian Site:

PESfan Italy

Malaysian Site:

Kickers

Serbian Site:

PES-Serbia

Spanish Sites:

Elotrolado
PES Kings Spain

South American Sites:

PES News Brazil
PES Sudamerika Argentina
Portalbfv
WENB Americas

Ukraine (& Russian) Site:

PES Online

In case you’re wondering, the press tour is in Brazil this year to celebrate the enormous sales success of the game in that part of the world.

If you’re part of those sites keep an eye on them over the next few weeks for lots of PES 2013 information. If you don’t visit them, make sure you keep an eye out from now on.

We’ll be updating you from the tour as much as we can, but certain embargoes will be in place. Keep an eye on Adam’s twitter account for daily updates next week.

We’re almost there, soon we’ll know what PES 2013 is all about!

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SUFF IS BACK! Finally. Along with Alan, they discuss the announcement, and break it down for you all. What else?!

Enjoy!

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Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH this morning shed light on the next free downloadable content for PES 2012.

The download will be released for PlayStation(R)3, Xbox 360(R) and Windows PC on April 27th, and enhances the game’s use of the Copa Santander Libertadores licence. The DLC will introduce a dedicated ‘Copa Santander Libertadores 2012’ game mode, with all the 38 teams, rosters and the official ball for the 2012 competition brought fully up to date.

The DLC also refines selected parts of the game for a more fluid gaming experience. April 27th suddenly seems a lifetime away!