Pes 13 Wonderkids -

By: Retro Football Gaming Desk
Topic: Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 – Master League Gems

There are PES editions that come and go. Then there’s Pro Evolution Soccer 2013. Released in a sweet spot between old-school mechanics and next-gen ambition, PES 2013 gave us fluid gameplay, manual passing glory, and — most importantly for Master League addicts — a goldmine of wonderkids.

Today, we’re diving into the 2013 time capsule to unearth the young talents who could define your virtual dynasty for a decade. No fake names, no overhyped potentials. Just raw, 16–20-year-old brilliance.

The undisputed king of PES 13. Neymar had the "Trickster" and "Mazing Run" skills, making him unplayable on the wings. His development curve was vertical. By season three, his dribbling (98), speed (99), and finishing (90+) made him a cheat code. He is expensive (€40M+ release clause), but worth every penny. pes 13 wonderkids

Here’s a starting eleven (plus subs) of the best under-21 talents in the default PES 2013 database. No created players. No cheat codes.

While not a teenager, Lloris is a PES 13 wonderkid in the sense of longevity. Goalkeepers peak late. Lloris has a "Late Bloomer" curve, hitting 97 at age 30. He is the best keeper in the game for a decade.

By The Retro Pitch Team

In the pantheon of football simulation games, Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 (often hailed as PES 6’s spiritual successor) holds a unique place. Released in the fall of 2012, it was the last hurrah for the silky-smooth, pre-Fox Engine gameplay that purists still dream about. But for many fans, the true magic of PES 13 wasn't just the "R2 fake shot" or the manual through balls—it was the Master League.

Specifically, it was the treasure trove of 16, 17, and 18-year-old wonderkids. Gamescom 2012 showcased a generation of digital diamonds who would go on to shape their real-life football futures in wildly different ways.

Let’s look back at the top 13 "wonderkids" of PES 2013 and see how their careers panned out. By: Retro Football Gaming Desk Topic: Pro Evolution

Hazard was the most complete attacking midfielder in the game. Unlike Neymar, Hazard had better balance and passing. His "Cut Back Pass" skill allowed for devastating assists. He starts as a first-team player, but his potential turns him into the best playmaker in the game by age 24.

PES 2013’s unlicensed teams hid some monsters. Look for these fake-name future gods:

Pro tip: In PES 2013, search for players under 20 with “speed” and “stamina” above 75. Train technical stats later. The undisputed king of PES 13