Well, went out and bought it today. I can't really tell you how the gameplay is like since I can't play it. The menus have been totally revamped, and are strewn about everywhere. Seems a lot of functionality has been removed from the game. 2004 was packed with sliders you could use to customize the game to make it feel more realistic. There are less this year. Music isn't too good. Roster management is better though. As is line and strategy management.
Graphics are amazing. 2005 runs better than 2004 did at the same graphic settings. Now, on to why I can't play. It seems you can't change the controls to whatever you want. It won't accept the Shift or Control key at all. I have been using those keys since '98 and now I can't use em? I tried using other letter keys, but I can't get used to it. Also, if you like using the advanced controls in 2004 which required the modifier, you will have no choice but to use the P key for the modifier. It can't be changed.
So I'll be sitting here with this game until they release a patch so I can play (hopefully they do).
edit: is functionability even a word?
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