When Konami shipped PES 2017 in September 2016, they modeled Messi as he looked during the Copa América Centenario: Clean-shaven, short-haired, and with arms completely free of ink. Fast forward to today, with Messi’s legendary World Cup 2022 victory and his current Inter Miami era, the default "2016 Messi" feels like a fossil.
You might ask: Does arm ink affect his curl shots or dribbling stats? Technically, no. But aesthetically? Absolutely. PES 2017 LEO MESSI NEW LOOK WITH TATTOO
The best patches feature 4K face textures with dynamic beard growth. Look for versions labeled "Messi Finalissima 2022" or "Messi World Cup Champion" – these have a rugged, dense beard, not the 2016 stubble. When Konami shipped PES 2017 in September 2016,
Messi’s arms are black/glitched.
| Mod Name | Tattoo Quality | Beard Detail | Hair Physics | Best For | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 4K Ultra (Full sleeves + leg) | Thick, realistic pores | Static but styled | PSG/Argentina kits | | Inter Miami Messi 2024 | 2K High (Missing some leg ink) | Clean stubble + short beard | Custom dynamic (Sider) | MLS fantasy leagues | | Vintage 2019 Tattoo Edition | Full 3D bump mapping | Medium length | Default | Best overall stability | Technically, no
Since PES 2017’s body textures are stored in .dds files or .fmdl modules, modders have custom-drawn Messi’s real tattoos:
The world of football has always been abuzz with excitement whenever Lionel Messi takes to the pitch. The Argentine superstar has been a force to be reckoned with, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the field. And for fans of the beautiful game, there's no better way to experience the thrill of watching Messi in action than through the popular video game series, Pro Evolution Soccer (PES).