eFootball PES 2021

Konami

Rank: #5 / 16
Released: 2020
Studio: Konami
Genre: association football video game

At a glance

eFootball PES 2021 is Konami’s association football game and an updated edition of eFootball PES 2020, with player data and club rosters refreshed for the season. It released for Windows on September 15, 2020. The listed modes include single-player, multiplayer, online PvP, co-op, and shared or split-screen play, with both competitive and cooperative options available online and locally. The game also includes in-app purchases. Its store information notes that some licensed league and team data required a post-release update, which needs an internet connection to download; some rosters were also due for later updates. The listed Standard Edition myClub content includes Player Contract Tickets and Premium Agents over ten weeks, along with a 2,000 myClub Coin purchase bonus. PES 2021 LITE is described as a free-to-play version, also with in-game purchases. The game is developed and published by Konami, and its genre is sports.

Who it is for

It suits football fans looking for solo, online, or shared-screen play, including co-op and PvP. Players who want the listed myClub content should note that it is tied to the account used to claim it.

What is good

Single-player, multiplayer, PvP, and co-op modes
Online and shared-screen play are listed
Free-to-play LITE version is available
Standard Edition includes myClub items and coins

What to know first

Some licensed data needs an internet update
Some team rosters update after release
In-app purchases are listed

Verdict

PES 2021 offers several ways to play, from solo matches to online and shared-screen competition or co-op. Keep the post-release data updates and in-app purchases in mind.