As mentioned, PES 2009 marked the PSP's first true foray into full-match commentary, utilizing . This setup lasted through PES 2010 before Konami re-evaluated its audio direction and brought in a new co-commentator.

When playing PES on PSP, you are often playing community-made mods, patches, or ISO files that update the teams, kits, and squads to modern seasons. However, many of these base files come with original Japanese, Spanish, or no audio at all. Adding English commentary brings several benefits:

By the time PES 2012 through PES 2014 launched, the commentary engine became more dynamic. The system could better string together player names and situational context, such as late-game winners or clinical counter-attacks. However, because Konami shifted focus to home consoles and mobile platforms late in the PSP lifecycle, the official English commentary files essentially froze in time. How the Modding Community Saved the Voiceover

For many, this commentary was the sound track of their adolescence. It played in the background during school field trips. It was the voice that kept you company during lonely rainy afternoons. In an era of 4K ray-tracing and live-service loot boxes, PES on PSP was simple: kick-off, score, and hear Peter Brackley sigh with joy.

Modders often swap the default files for legendary voices to enhance realism. YouTube·Mazdy Projects

Inside the in-game menus, head to Options, audio settings, and ensure the commentary language is toggled to "English" if the patch did not apply it by default. Troubleshooting Common Audio Bugs

Modders extract the S_SOUND file from an official English release and replace the J_SOUND file inside the Japanese ISO using specialized ISO editing tools.

Many of the latest mods for 2025 and 2026 boast "English commentary by Peter Drury," explicitly advertising it as a key feature to attract players. The inclusion of Drury's narration, often alongside analysis from Jim Beglin, is a massive draw. It replaces the older, repetitive commentary with a fresh and modern broadcast feel.

The English commentary experience on the PSP is defined by the distinct voices and styles of the commentators Konami brought in. Each duo brought a different flavor to the game, from the analytical to the iconic.

. Modders painstakingly port his lines from newer console versions to the limited PSP hardware.