It has been nearly a decade since the release of Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 , yet the game remains a gold standard for gameplay purists. However, one of the biggest criticisms leveled at Konami’s masterpiece was the lack of fully licensed stadiums. While the gameplay felt like chess on grass, the visual presentation—specifically the generic stadiums—often broke immersion.
The real-life Santiago Bernabeu is undergoing a massive €1 billion renovation, including the addition of a retractable roof and a 360-degree digital scoreboard. While PES 2017 cannot simulate the moving roof trusses, of this update has back-ported models from eFootball 2024 to give the stadium a "next-gen" feel within the old Fox Engine. PES 2017 NEW SANTIAGO BERNABEU STADIUM UPDATE
The attention to detail—from the specific Madrid skyline to the heated bench textures—shows how passionate the PES modding community remains. It removes the final lingering complaint about the game's presentation. It has been nearly a decade since the