Lightning-fast backs, 300-pound forwards, huge hits, and no pads - this is rugby in its greatest glory. Build team momentum with a shoulder charge and a high-impact collision, or avoid being tackled with creative side-steps ? the power is in your control. New player models of varying height and weight and realistic animations bring the tackles, high emotions, and player actions to life. With unprecedented control over every aspect of the sport, set plays on the ?y, dive when tackling, sidestep big hits, build momentum with a shoulder charge, or confuse the defense with complex fakes and dummies. For newcomers, an interactive Training Mode outlines the eight main rugby gameplay elements including rules, controls, and advanced tactics, allowing the player to easily become more familiar with the game. The all-new Creation Zone allows you to create customized players based on your own likeness, your favorite rugby star, classic players of the game, or any other characters that come to mind. Or if you prefer, choose a real life team and hear the team songs and crowd chants from the major stadiums around the world as they capture the spirit and excitement of rugby. The enhanced Broadcast Presentation brings in new camera angles, sound effects, crowd noise, commentators, and replay controls provide better feel for what is happening in the game. After you hone your skills, make a run for the 6 Nations and European Cup championships or take on teams in the Super 12. With a new look and feel,the time to master the sport of rugby is NOW.