Game Boy · Sports
Soccer
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | GameTek |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by TOSE and published by GameTek, Soccer arrived on the Game Boy in 1991 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Football International.
It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi. Among the 92 Game Boy sports games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
TOSE also made Kirby's Block Ball, Hyper Lode Runner and Bases Loaded for the Game Boy.
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 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Soccer cheats & codes
1 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Cpu Never Scores | 01001CC2 |
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Soccer walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Soccer.
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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.
Soccer FAQ
When did Soccer come out on the Game Boy?
Soccer was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Soccer?
It was developed by TOSE and published by GameTek.
Is Soccer multiplayer?
No. Soccer is a single-player game.
How long does Soccer take to play?
As a sports game, 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 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.