Total Soccer Manager GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Sports

Total Soccer Manager

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2001
GenreSports
DeveloperAnco
PublisherUbisoft
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Total Soccer Manager is a sports game released in 2001 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Anco and published by Ubisoft.

It belongs to the GBA's earliest wave of games. Other notable GBA releases from 2001 include Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Sonic Advance and Advance Wars.

Total Soccer Manager 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
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Total Soccer Manager 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Total Soccer Manager gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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Playing GBA games today

The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.

Total Soccer Manager FAQ

When did Total Soccer Manager come out on the GBA?

Total Soccer Manager was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2001.

Who made Total Soccer Manager?

It was developed by Anco and published by Ubisoft.

Is Total Soccer Manager multiplayer?

Yes. Total Soccer Manager supports up to 2 players.

How long does Total Soccer Manager take to play?

As a sports game, Total Soccer Manager 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.

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.

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