Despite the praise for its "skilled mechanics," the game was also noted for being "riddled with issues". Common complaints included:

: Because the game is older, it runs well on modern low-end hardware, requiring only 1GB-2GB of RAM and about 9GB of storage. Known Issues

: At the time of release, many users felt PES 2016 had better graphics than its rival, FIFA 16, despite lacking official licenses like the UEFA Champions League. The "Kuyhaa" & "Reloaded" Context

The mention of and Kuyhaa indicates a version that includes specific technical fixes and community-driven content: