Play Inazuma Eleven 2 - Kyoui No Shinryakusha - Blizzard (JP)(BAHAMUT) Online

Inazuma Eleven 2: Blizzard came out for the Nintendo DS in 2009, developed by Level-5. It was part of a wave of Japanese RPGs that made good use of the dual screens and touch controls, fitting right in with the handheld's library of quirky, story-driven games.

You control a young soccer captain named Mark Evans, managing your team both on and off the field. The main goal is to recruit new players, train your squad, and win matches to advance the story against a mysterious alien threat. Signature mechanics include using the touch screen to draw paths for special shots and saves, as well as exploring towns and schools screen by screen to find hidden items or trigger story events. The pacing is brisk, with frequent matches that demand strategic use of your team's energy and special techniques. It feels like directing your own sports anime, full of dramatic moments and satisfying comebacks.