Not even a Tibetan mountain goat was surprised today as 08 was confirmed for (deep breath) 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PC, PS2, DS, and mobile platforms - a release this autumn being on the cards.

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Ronaldinho will be the star of the box, according to a press release from this morning, while Sergio Ramos and Miroslav Klose are also getting involved in the industrial strength promotional drive for the new soccer title.

One point of interest; this is the first FIFA outing set for the and - so it will interesting to see if these particular editions are in any way distinguishable from the myriad of others.

Stars like Frank Ribery and Florent Malouda and presently being involved with the game's motion capture, which will be a key part of the new title, producer Joe Booth promising "a next gen experience that not only looks authentic, but that captures the emotion, finesse and beauty of the game."

More FIFA 08 as it weaves into our area.

By Luke Guttridge