'PES 2017' update, latest news: Free updates coming soon in October and November
"Pro Evolution Soccer 2017" or "PES 2017" has some treats in store for all of its players. Developer Konami announced that they will be releasing new updates.
According to reports, the game will be getting update 1.02 and 1.03. The first one will be launched before October ends and it will be bringing along with it 39 characters with facial features that have been enhanced to show a more realistic look of the real-world soccer players. Fans can expect Wissam Ben Yedder, Mario Lemina, Aymeric Laporte, Victor Wanyama, Denis Suarez and other more.
Aside from that, player-specific attributes will also be added to make the gameplay even more truthful. This means that gamers will play with characters that will really demonstrate the soccer players' styles of playing. If they have a favorite character in the roster, they can be assured that it will be an improved replica.
Reports also said that update 1.02 will introduce new official boot styles to the game. There will also be new advertising hoardings.
As for the update 1.03, Konami announced that it's scheduled to be release sometime in November. It's made purposefully for the Sony's upcoming PlayStation 4 Pro which will be coming with 4K resolution and 60 fps support. The update will allow the game to be playable in the advanced console and will come with better visuals. It will also offer seamless gameplay because of its frames per second setting.
Moreover, reports said that update 1.03 will synchronize real-life soccer developments. Included are Liverpool's home, the Anfield Stadium and the Signal Iduna Park stadium. There will also be Liverpool songs and chants including "You'll Never Walk Alone." The update will also come along with some bug fixes and kit addendum.
The PS4 Pro is set to launch on Nov. 10 and will be priced at $399 but both the October and November updates of "PES 2017" will be available for free. For more information, fans will have to stay tuned.