Notably, J. League Jikkyou WE 2000 shares 95% of its code with Winning Eleven 5 (the first PS2 WE ), meaning many consider it the pinnacle of the PS1-era engine.
While the graphical fidelity of the PS1 meant players looked somewhat blocky by modern standards, the likenesses were impressive for the year. You could recognize the shaggy hair of a young Shunsuke Nakamura or the imposing frame of a veteran striker. j. league jikkyou winning eleven 2000