As of 2026, obtaining the full version requires specific methods because it can no longer be purchased directly from official retailers.

A community-driven method involves using the older PES 2021 LITE (which was free) and applying specific "bypass" files to unlock the full game's features, such as Master League and Become a Legend. Keeping the Game Current: 2024/25 Season Updates

Websites like PES Futebol provide community-made files that update the 2024/25 season rosters, player stats, and team kits (e.g., adding Mbappe to Real Madrid).