Just played a couple of games, stood up and let up a big "Hmmmm".
I'm not the biggest FIFA fan, but I desperately WANT it to be good.
First game, Chelsea v Chicago, was typical FIFA fare (for me), frustrating passing, midfield scraps and it felt 100% like playing FIFA09.
Second game, my Barca against Marseille and in this game, I saw about 5 new things!
* The skill dribble is now so much more effective. Was doing a slow dribble out of defence, was closed down and did a little skill move which happened without the old lag of 09 and I was past him - very good.
* I barged someone just outside the box, quick free kick layed off and they hit a hard shot from about 30 yards off the post.
* Play got pulled back for a booking. I know it happened on 09, but advantage play is MUCH better
* Passing feels more crisp now, but its the freedom and speed of movement thats got better.
* GK come off their lines instantly if you hold the charge button down - and they dont stop either, much better.
Overall, I still fear it will be a drag playing as lower league teams, but I think this is definitely 'evolution' rather than 'revolution' and its a better game for it.
I'll keep the pre-order now, but will be interested to see how PES plays on the PS3 in comparison.