Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Goal!
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Jaleco |
| Publisher | Jaleco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Goal! is a sports game developed by Jaleco.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
Jaleco also made City Connection, Field Combat and Ninja JaJaMaru-kun for the NES.
Goal! 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Goal! 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Goal! cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Time Modifier (Minutes) | 0714:14 |
|---|---|
| Time Modifier (Seconds) | 0713:63 |
| Team 1 Score Modifier (First Half) | 04F9:00 |
| Team 1 Score Modifier (Second Half) | 04FA:00 |
| Team 1 Score Modifier (Final Score) | 04FB:00 |
| Team 2 Score Modifier (First Half) | 04FC:00 |
Goal! walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Goal!.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Goal! FAQ
When did Goal! come out on the NES?
Goal! was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Goal!?
It was developed by Jaleco.
Is Goal! multiplayer?
Yes. Goal! supports up to 2 players.
How long does Goal! take to play?
As a sports game, Goal! 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 Goal! 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.