9.5/10 (Deducted 0.5 because we still can't skip the VAR replay manually.)
This is the headline feature. Before kickoff, the captain doesn't just stand there. There is a new procedural animation where the captain shouts, points to the badge, and the team huddles for 3 seconds before breaking. It varies by personality—Leaders like Virgil van Dijk or Marquinhos have aggressive slaps; quiet captains like Kimmich have a focused whisper. PES 2021 NEW CINEMATIC ENTRANCE 2025 UPDATE
The entrance is nothing without the cauldron. The 2025 update introduces volumetric smoke and synchronized flares. When the teams walk out for El Clásico or the Derby della Madonnina , you’ll see actual pyro smoke drifting across the bottom of the screen. The crowd textures have been upscaled to 4K, meaning no more blurred faces—just a sea of chanting, moving supporters. It varies by personality—Leaders like Virgil van Dijk