WE3 is the pivot point. It’s the game where Konami stopped making an “arcade soccer” game and started crafting the simulation that would eventually become Pro Evolution Soccer .
Winning Eleven 3 is celebrated for its responsive controls and high-tempo action compared to earlier entries in the Konami franchise. : : Short Pass / Pressing (Defense). : Shoot / Power Header. : Long Pass / Slide Tackle / Clearance Header. △triangle : Through Ball / Goalkeeper Charge. R1 : Dash / Sprint. L1 : Switch Player / 1-2 Pass (when combined with Advanced Techniques : Banana Shoot : To curve a shot, press for power, followed by and a direction. Small Curve : When 1-on-1 with a keeper, tap and quickly press L1 for a high-accuracy finish. Manual One-Two : Hold L1 and press to pass, then immediately press △triangle for a return pass into space. Key Game Versions World Soccer Jikkyou Winning Eleven 3: World Cup France '98 : The standard release featuring 40 international teams. Winning Eleven 3 Final Version