FIFA 12

Nintendo DS · Sports

FIFA 12

SystemNintendo DS
GenreSports
DeveloperEA Vancouver
PublisherEA Sports
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesFIFA
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Released for the Nintendo DS, FIFA 12 is a sports game developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports.

Among the 71 DS sports games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

It is part of the FIFA series; on the DS you can also try FIFA 08, FIFA 09 and FIFA 07. The series also appears on other systems with FIFA International Soccer (Master System) and FIFA International Soccer (Genesis). EA Vancouver also made Need for Speed: Carbon, Need for Speed: ProStreet and 2006 FIFA World Cup for the DS.

FIFA 12 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing FIFA 12 is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

FIFA 12 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing DS games today

Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.

FIFA 12 FAQ

Who made FIFA 12?

It was developed by EA Vancouver and published by EA Sports.

Is FIFA 12 multiplayer?

Yes. FIFA 12 supports up to 2 players.

How long does FIFA 12 take to play?

As a sports game, FIFA 12 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about FIFA 12 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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