FIFA 14 Announced

FIFA 14 will enable players to "experience the emotion of scoring great goals" with new features and improved gameplay mechanics. Coming out on current-gen platforms for now.

EA today announced FIFA 14 for the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360. The new iteration will enable fans to "build play through midfield, dictate the tempo of a match and create rewarding opportunities" using several new features like Pure Shot and a brand-new Real Ball Physics system, among others.

Here's a quick rundown of all the new features mentioned in the press release:
 

• Pure Shot - will offer players the the intelligence to adjust their stride and approach angle to find the best position for hitting the back of the net. Well-hit balls feel more exhilarating and rewarding.  New shot types include pure strikes, as well as off-balance and rushed shots.
• Real Ball Physics - will determine the trajectories of balls, enabling players to kick the ball with force from distance, drill low rising shots with accuracy, and blast dipping or turbulent shots, just like real footballers.
• Protect The Ball - will enable players to fend-off and block defenders from the ball while dribbling at any speed, or out-muscle opponents for position before receiving the pass, then turn defenders to carve out opportunities.
• Teammate Intelligence - has been improved on both sides of the ball. New decision-making logic delivers tighter, smarter marking and improved run tracking where defenders recognize opportunities to provide support and win back possession, while attacking players have new ways to outsmart their opponents by creating space for themselves, running along the backline and checking their pace. Major changes to ball control add new tools to win the midfield battles.
• Sprint Dribble Turns - enable players to turn in every direction at sprint speed while preserving momentum, delivering the control and confidence to take on defenders one-on-one.
• Variable Dribble Touches - introduces variety on touches when sprinting. Skilled players will have better touch and more control when sprinting with the ball.

In addition to the new gameplay features, FIFA 14 will also introduce a new Career Mode called 'Global Scouting Network'. Players will be able to "develop and refine a scouting network and search for talent year-round. Scouts can evaluate footballers all over the world to uncover the attributes and traits of every player in the game, in preparation for the transfer windows. Plus, a new hub delivers easy navigation, fewer interruptions and live scouting reports."
EA has not revealed when FIFA 14 will be released, however one can expect it to out during the holiday season. It is also surprising that EA has seemingly skipped next-gen platforms, although they could just be waiting for Microsoft to make the Xbox 720 announcement before they jump on-board.
For more screenshots from the game, check out our gallery here.

What do you guys of FIFA 14 so far? What changes would you like in this installment?