Play FIFA Soccer '97 on GB Online
Slide tackles send players flying, the THQ Tornados dominate for no reason, and those crunchy Game Boy whistles somehow make it all work. It’s janky soccer that somehow feels right in your pocket.
EA Sports released FIFA Soccer '97 for the Game Boy in 1996, a time when portable sports games were more about capturing the spirit of the sport than delivering a full console experience. It was a solid attempt to bring the FIFA franchise to the small screen, competing with other handheld titles that prioritized quick, accessible play over graphical fidelity.
You control a team of players, moving them up and down the field with simple directional inputs, passing the ball between teammates, and taking shots on goal. The main objective is to outscore your opponent within the time limit. Signature mechanics include sliding tackles, which can dispossess an opponent but risk a foul, and through passes to break defensive lines. The game moves at a brisk pace, and while the AI can be predictable, matches remain engaging due to the straightforward controls. It feels satisfying to score a goal, even with the limited visuals, because the core mechanics of soccer are represented clearly and responsively.
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