You can view a player’s expected progress curve in the player stats menu. Note that this curve is a prediction; a player can outperform their curve through exceptional match ratings and dedicated training. The Evolution of Football: Understanding PES 2013 Growth
- Minimal attribute gains; possible sudden drops due to injuries.
- Low long-term value; often short-term squad depth.
Impact on team-building and tactics
- Short-term competitiveness: prioritize early-bloomers and physical peak players to win immediately.
- Long-term dynasty: invest in late-bloomers and technical growers for sustained success.
- Squad balance: mix growth types—experienced steady developers for reliability; specialists for tactical roles; young late-bloomers as future starters.
- Financial planning: youth investment requires patience but reduces transfer costs long-term.
- Rotation and training: rotate to give EXP to targeted players; tailor training to accelerate desired attribute growth.
Late Bloomer: Players who may have mediocre stats in their youth but experience significant "explosive" growth in their late 20s, often maintaining their peak performance well into their 30s. Factors Influencing Growth Minimal attribute gains; possible sudden drops due to
Mastering Player Progression: The Ultimate Guide to PES 2013 Growth Types
For many football simulation enthusiasts, Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 (PES 2013) represents the golden era of the franchise. Released over a decade ago, it remains a beloved title, thanks largely to its deep Master League and Become a Legend modes. However, one of the most misunderstood yet critical mechanics governing long-term gameplay is the Growth Type system.
5. Late / Constant (Type 8)
Also known as: "The Freak."
- Balanced: This growth type offers a well-rounded development of a player's attributes, with no particular stat increasing more than others. Players with a balanced growth type will see steady and consistent improvements across the board.
- Speed: As the name suggests, players with a speed growth type will see significant increases in their speed and acceleration stats. This growth type is ideal for wingers and strikers who rely on their pace to beat opponents.
- Power: Players with a power growth type will see large increases in their strength and power stats, making them more effective in the air and in physical battles.
- Technique: This growth type focuses on a player's technical abilities, such as dribbling, ball control, and passing. Players with a technique growth type will become more skilled and effective on the ball.
- Creative: The creative growth type is designed for players who excel in creative and attacking roles. Players with this growth type will see increases in their vision, passing, and dribbling stats, making them more effective at creating chances for their teammates.
- Defensive: As the name suggests, players with a defensive growth type will see significant increases in their defensive stats, such as tackling, marking, and interception.