First look at FIFA 13 ... It’s going to get Messi

Inspiring player ... Barcelona ace Messi in game

FANS’ favourite footie game FIFA has undergone its most radical overhaul yet — with Barcelona hit man Lionel Messi its inspiration. 

Despite being the frontman for bitter rivals Pro Evo, the Argentine's silky skills have nevertheless sparked a host of innovations in the explosively popular franchise’s forthcoming 13th instalment.

And the five most important improvements are below.

Attacking Intelligence gives players the most sophisticated artificial intelligence ever achieved.

They have the ability to analyse space, work harder and smarter to break down the defence, and think two plays ahead.

Complete Dribbling enables players to face their opponent and use precise dribble touches combined with true 360° mobility with the ball, so it’s easier to be more creative and dangerous in one on one opportunities.

Champion play ... Man City take on Arsenal in FIFA 13

First Touch Control transforms the way players control the ball, eliminating near-perfect touch for every player on the pitch, and creating more opportunities for defenders to win back possession.

Tactical Free Kicks provides the tools to create dangerous and unpredictable free kicks.

Radical overhaul ... FIFA 13 features five game-changing innovations

And the updated Player Impact Engine expands physical play from just collisions to off-the-ball battles between players.

FIFA 13 will be released this autumn.