Sega Master System · Sports
Great Soccer
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by SEGA, Great Soccer arrived on the Sega Master System in 1985 as a sports game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as World Soccer.
It belongs to the Master System's earliest wave of games. Other notable Master System releases from 1985 include Hang-On, Spy vs. Spy and Teddy Boy Blues. Among the 48 Master System sports games in our database, it ranks #20 by legacy score.
SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Great 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
- you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Great 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Great Soccer cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Team 2 Never Scores | 00C1-2000 |
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Great Soccer walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Great Soccer FAQ
When did Great Soccer come out on the Master System?
Great Soccer was released for the Sega Master System in 1985.
Who made Great Soccer?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Great Soccer multiplayer?
Yes. Great Soccer supports up to 2 players.
How long does Great Soccer take to play?
As a sports game, Great 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 Great 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.