Defensive lines moved as a unit, making it harder to exploit simple through-balls.
Released in late 2011, Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 (PES 2012) is widely regarded by fans and critics alike as a pivotal entry in the long-running franchise. Arriving during a period of fierce rivalry with EA Sports’ FIFA series, PES 2012 marked a return to form for Konami. While its predecessor, PES 2011, successfully moved the series into the next generation with a new engine, PES 2012 refined that foundation to deliver one of the most realistic and rewarding simulations of football in the console cycle. PES 2012 - Pro Evolution Soccer
However, the defensive AI became the game’s most controversial element. Defensive lines moved as a unit, making it