If you have installed Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 and find yourself stuck with Russian text or commentary, you likely have a region-specific version of the game. Simply changing the setting in the main menu often changes the text but leaves the commentary silent or in the wrong language.
Changing the language in PES 2017 from Russian to English can significantly improve your gaming experience, especially if you're more comfortable with English menus and commentary. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for both the PC and console versions. Why Switch to English in PES 2017? pes 2017 language change russian to english better
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 Locate and run Settings.exe Click on the tab at the top. from the dropdown menu. and launch the game. 📂 Method 2: Replacing the Data Files (CPK Files) How to Change PES 2017 Language from Russian
Place the File: Go to your PES 2017 installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Pro Evolution Soccer 2017\Data). Try the in-game cogwheel menu first
If the game was only installed with Russian files, you will need to add the English data files manually:
Steam will automatically download the required English files. Once finished, launch the game.
SETTINGS.DAT.PES menus are notoriously layered. In Russian, terms like "System Data" or "Formation" may not translate directly. Accidental clicks can reset your team, release star players in Master League, or change your controller settings. English removes the guesswork.