They become elite players extremely quickly. While they might decline younger, you get 5–8 years of absolute peak performance, which is often enough to dominate the league.
Rapid early growth with a prolonged, steady peak.
: "Early" types need as much game time as possible immediately to maximize their short peak, while "Late" types benefit more from a balanced approach to ensure steady development in their early, slower years. pes 2013 growth type best
Equip items in Master League to temporarily bypass growth limitations.
Minimal decline until they hit their early 30s. They become elite players extremely quickly
| Position | Best Growth Type | Why? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Late Bloomer (Type 3) | GKs peak late IRL. A 34-year-old Type 3 GK has 99 Goalkeeping skills. | | Fullback (RB/LB) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | Speed is vital. Type 5 preserves Acceleration & Stamina. | | Centre Back (CB) | Standard (Type 2) | You need consistency. No massive drops. Type 2 CBs are rocks. | | Central Midfielder (CM) | Type 5 or Standard | If he’s a playmaker (Xavi style) = Type 5. If he’s a destroyer (De Jong) = Standard. | | Winger (LWF/RWF) | Early Peak | Most wingers lose pace after 28. Use Early Peak, then sell at 26. | | Striker (CF) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | This is the money maker. A Type 5 CF (Totti, Klose) will score 40+ goals until age 36. |
remains a gold standard for many football simulation fans. While modern titles focus on microtransactions and Ultimate Teams, PES 2013 offered a deep, satisfying Master League experience. One of its most intricate, yet often misunderstood, mechanics is the Player Growth System . : "Early" types need as much game time
Equipping these items permanently boosts the effectiveness of your weekly training distributions, breaking a player's natural growth ceiling. Target High Match Ratings Player development is heavily tied to on-pitch performance.
Growth isn't just about the curve; it’s about management. You can "break" a player's expected curve through:
These players start slow. Frustratingly slow. But they don’t stop growing until they are practically retired. A "Late/Constant" player at age 32 is usually stronger than he was at 26. By age 34, he has 99 in every physical stat that matters.