Elite Soccer Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Sports

Elite Soccer

SystemGame Boy
Released1994
GenreSports
DeveloperDenton Designs
PublisherGameTek
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBNOT RATED
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Denton Designs and published by GameTek, Elite Soccer arrived on the Game Boy in 1994 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as World Cup Striker.

It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders.

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Elite Soccer gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

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Playing Game Boy games today

Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.

Elite Soccer FAQ

When did Elite Soccer come out on the Game Boy?

Elite Soccer was released for the Game Boy in 1994.

Who made Elite Soccer?

It was developed by Denton Designs and published by GameTek.

Is Elite Soccer multiplayer?

No. Elite Soccer is a single-player game.

How long does Elite Soccer take to play?

As a sports game, Elite 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.

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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