Virtual Football Boots - FIFA 11 vs PES 2011
Those of you wanting to get your virtual football fix need wait no longer, as today both EA Sports and Konami release the preview demos for FIFA 11 and PES 2011 respectively - and much like a local derby, this one's going to be fierce!
above: Stuttgart Werder line up in FIFA 11
Both demo releases will hit PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 platforms meaning you can preview the latest tweaks, features and gameplay the two long standing rivals have to offer. Much like previous football game news, we're keen to see which football boots have made it into the respective games, considering the licence deals each publisher has negotiated with the big brands.
above: Messi in PES 2011
Of course, alongside all those shiny new season kits we're sure there'll be a host of current and new football boots for you to pick out - call us pedantic but it certainly makes for an authentic game seeing the right players in the right gear!
It's not just demo day that sees EA and Konami going head to head, as when it comes to the official releases only a week seperates PES 2011 hitting shelves after FIFA 11's 1st October launch. But which one will you be downloading today?