World Soccer GB 2 GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

World Soccer GB 2

SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenreSports
DeveloperKonami
PublisherKonami
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Color in 1999, World Soccer GB 2 is a sports game developed by Konami.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.

Konami also made Metal Gear Solid, Frogger and Spawn for the GBC.

World Soccer GB 2 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing World Soccer GB 2 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

World Soccer GB 2 gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

World Soccer GB 2 FAQ

When did World Soccer GB 2 come out on the GBC?

World Soccer GB 2 was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made World Soccer GB 2?

It was developed by Konami.

Is World Soccer GB 2 multiplayer?

No. World Soccer GB 2 is a single-player game.

How long does World Soccer GB 2 take to play?

As a sports game, World Soccer GB 2 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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