The Winning Eleven (or Pro Evolution Soccer) series is widely considered the pioneer of realistic football gameplay. For many gamers, the PS2 era represented the "Golden Age" of the franchise, where tactical depth and smooth, fluid controls reigned supreme over the flashy presentation of competitors. PES 2015 / Winning Eleven 2015 | Taking a look back in 2020

While the world had moved on to the PS4 and Xbox One, Konami did something extraordinary. They continued to release Winning Eleven games for the PS2 in specific regions (primarily Brazil and Japan) long after the console was declared "dead." This article is your ultimate deep dive into the world of the —why it exists, why it’s a holy grail for collectors, and how you can experience it today.