Play J.Cup Soccer Online

J.Cup Soccer came out for the Game Boy in 1990, published by Virgin Games. It was one of many sports titles trying to carve out a space on the handheld, offering a portable version of the world's most popular game during an era dominated by puzzle games and platformers.

You control a team of small, indistinguishable players, moving them up and down the field with the D-pad. The main objective is to score more goals than the opposing team within a short time limit. Passing is automatic when near a teammate, and you shoot by pressing the A button; a power meter determines the strength of your kick. The game moves quickly, with matches that feel frantic and sometimes chaotic due to the simple, direct controls. It captures the basic thrill of a counter-attack in the palm of your hand.