The Activision Decathlon Classic
Atari 2600 · Sports
Pelé's Soccer
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1980 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Sears |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Pelé's Soccer is a sports game released in 1980 for the Atari 2600, developed by Sears and published by Atari. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Championship Soccer.
It landed about 3 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1980 include Adventure, Phoenix and Boxing. Among the 44 2600 sports games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
Sears also made Adventure, Breakout and Air-Sea Battle for the 2600.
Pelé's Soccer supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Pelé's Soccer is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
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Playing 2600 games today
Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.
Pelé's Soccer FAQ
When did Pelé's Soccer come out on the 2600?
Pelé's Soccer was released for the Atari 2600 in 1980.
Who made Pelé's Soccer?
It was developed by Sears and published by Atari.
Is Pelé's Soccer multiplayer?
Yes. Pelé's Soccer supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pelé's Soccer take to play?
As a sports game, Pelé's Soccer typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Pelé's Soccer on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.